Lyon, France: India has made a remarkable mark on the global stage at WorldSkills 2024, securing four prestigious Bronze medals and 12 Medallions of Excellence. The competition, held in Lyon, witnessed over 1,400 participants from 70 countries, showcasing their skills across various trades. India, competing in 52 categories, stood strong among the best in the…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated the Tuticorin International Container Terminal via video message, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey toward becoming a developed nation. The Prime Minister hailed the terminal as the “new star of India’s marine infrastructure” and emphasized its crucial role in expanding the capacity of the V.O. Chidambaranar…
Bhubaneswar: In a resounding display of support for the ambitious Subhadra Yojana, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida led the ‘Subhadra Swagat Padayatra’ from Unit-III Giridurga Temple to Ramadevi University Square in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. Thousands of women marched alongside the Deputy CM to champion self-reliance and empowerment for women in the state. The event, designed…
New Delhi: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal declared on Sunday that he will step down from his position within the next two days, signaling a call for early elections in November. Addressing a large gathering, Kejriwal shared his decision to resign, expressing his readiness for what he termed an “Agni Pariksha” (trial by fire) and…
Tatanagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today laid the foundation stone and dedicated to the nation various railway projects worth over ₹660 crore in Tatanagar, Jharkhand, via video conferencing. During the event, the Prime Minister also flagged off six Vande Bharat Express trains and distributed sanction letters to 32,000 beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Gramin…
Rajkot: Union Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, chaired a high-level regional meeting on labour reforms and employment today in Rajkot, Gujarat. The meeting, attended by representatives from five western states and union territories—Maharashtra, Goa, Gujarat, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, and Lakshadweep—focused on key…
Cuiabá, Brazil: India took significant strides in enhancing global agricultural cooperation during the G20 Agriculture Ministerial Meetings held in Brazil from September 12-14, 2024. Led by Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Ram Nath Thakur, the Indian delegation engaged in several high-profile bilateral discussions with global agricultural leaders, fostering collaboration in key areas…
New Delhi: The Indian Navy continues to lead in preserving maritime heritage and enhancing seamanship skills through a revitalized sailing tradition. In a significant move, two women officers, Lt Cdr Roopa A and Lt Cdr Dilna K, are set to embark on an extraordinary expedition—Navika Sagar Parikrama II—which will see them circumnavigate the globe aboard…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo met with a delegation of international visionaries at Lok Seva Bhavan today to discuss potential investment opportunities in Odisha’s agriculture and fisheries sectors. The visiting delegation included Karan Patel from Switzerland, Hiten Singhvi from England, Vijay Rana from Mumbai, and Harendra Mahapatra of SAFA Foundation. The meeting focused…
Bhubaneswar: The burgeoning biotechnology sector in India is set to receive a significant boost, with marine resources emerging as a crucial component. On the third day of Global Bio-India (GBI) 2024, a technical session titled ‘Tapping the Blue Economy’ focused on leveraging India’s maritime resources for economic and biotechnological advancements. The session featured a keynote…
