Odisha CM Waives Ground Rent for Durga Puja Pandals, Extends Festive Greetings

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced that the state government will waive the ground rent for all Durga Puja pandals across Odisha. The decision is aimed at encouraging puja committees, pandal members, and devotees, easing the financial burden on those organizing the celebrations. The Chief Minister took to social media to extend his…

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Nihon Hidankyo Awarded 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for Advocacy Against Nuclear Weapons

Oslo: In a powerful acknowledgment of the global movement to rid the world of nuclear weapons, the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Nihon Hidankyo, a Japanese grassroots organization formed by atomic bomb survivors from Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The Norwegian Nobel Committee, announcing the award on Friday, recognized the organization for its tireless efforts…

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India Digital Agri Conference 2024 Highlights the Role of Technology in Modernizing Agriculture

New Delhi: The India Digital Agri Conference 2024, co-organized by the Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture (ICFA) and IIT Ropar TIF – AwaDH, took place today in New Delhi, focusing on the transformative potential of digital agriculture in India. The conference, which brought together policymakers, industry experts, researchers, and farmers, served as a platform for…

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PM Modi Meets Lao President Sisoulith, Reaffirms Strong Bilateral Ties

Vientiane: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Thongloun Sisoulith, General Secretary of the Central Committee of Lao People’s Revolutionary Party (LPRP) and President of Lao PDR, during his visit to Vientiane. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the ASEAN Summit and East Asia Summit, focused on strengthening the long-standing partnership between India and Laos. PM…

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PM Modi Meets Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, Strengthens India-Thailand Ties

Vientiane: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held his first meeting with Prime Minister of Thailand, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, on the sidelines of the East Asia Summit in Vientiane. The two leaders exchanged warm greetings and discussed a broad range of bilateral and regional issues, marking a significant step in strengthening India-Thailand relations. During the meeting, PM Modi…

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PM Modi Holds Bilateral Talks with Lao PDR PM Sonexay Siphandone in Vientiane, Strengthens India-Laos Ties

Vientiane: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held productive bilateral talks today with Prime Minister of Lao PDR Sonexay Siphandone during his visit to Vientiane. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 21st ASEAN-India and 19th East Asia Summits, where PM Modi congratulated his Lao counterpart for successfully hosting the major regional events. The two…

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Army Commanders’ Conference 2024 Begins in Gangtok, Focuses on Security, Modernisation, and Technological Advancement

Gangtok: The second Army Commanders’ Conference of 2024 commenced today in a forward location at Gangtok, with senior leadership of the Indian Army gathering to deliberate on key national security concerns and the future direction of the force. The hybrid-format conference, held at a forward position, underscored the Army’s focus on the realities on the…

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Indian Navy Launches Sixth Missile Cum Ammunition Barge, Strengthening Operational Capabilities

Mira Bhayandar, Maharashtra: The Indian Navy took a significant step forward in bolstering its logistical support with the launch of the Missile Cum Ammunition Barge, LSAM 12 (Yard 80), the sixth vessel in a series of eight barges designed for the Navy’s operational needs. The barge was launched by Cmde MV Raj Krishna, CoY(Mbi), during a…

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