New Delhi: Union Minister of Jal Shakti, C.R. Patil, chaired the 14th meeting of the Empowered Task Force (ETF) on Ganga conservation, reaffirming the government’s commitment to making the river cleaner and more sustainable. He emphasized the need for time-bound execution of projects, strict pollution control measures, and enhanced inter-ministerial coordination. The Minister highlighted the…
Tirupati: The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) marked a major milestone in the preservation and promotion of India’s artistic and cultural heritage with the inauguration of its tenth Regional Centre in Tirupati. Established in collaboration with the National Sanskrit University, Tirupati, the new centre is envisioned as a hub for research, documentation,…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance industrial growth and ease of doing business, the Odisha government has amended key building regulations to benefit MSMEs, IT/ITeS enterprises, and large-scale commercial developments. The Department of Housing and Urban Development notified crucial amendments to the Odisha Town Planning and Improvement Trust (Planning and Building Standards) Rules, 2021 and the Odisha Development…
New Delhi: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, announced that India is developing Technology Parks to support deep-tech startups and strengthen industry-academia partnerships. Chairing a high-level review meeting with senior officials from the Department of Science and Technology (DST), the Minister revealed that four existing technology innovation hubs…
Bhubaneswar: A two-day National Workshop on Sickle Cell and Thalassemia Elimination: Best Practices and Scalable Strategies concluded successfully at Mayfair Convention, bringing together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss advancements and challenges in tackling sickle cell disease (SCD) and thalassemia in India. The valedictory session was graced by Sanjeev Kumar Mishra, Principal Secretary, SSD Department;…
New Delhi: The inaugural edition of the BODHIPATH Film Festival, organized by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), commenced in the capital with a thought-provoking discussion on the power of cinema as a medium to educate and influence society. The two-day festival, held on March 10-11, 2025, brought together renowned scholars, actors, and filmmakers to explore…
New Delhi: In a significant move to strengthen India’s biotechnology sector, the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and the Government of Assam have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment) Policy. This first-of-its-kind Centre-State collaboration aims to accelerate biomanufacturing, drive economic growth, and promote environmental sustainability in Assam….
New York: A delegation from the Government of India, led by Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Annpurna Devi, participated in the 69th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The global conference, which began on March 10, 2025, is dedicated to advancing…
Chandigarh: President of India Droupadi Murmu graced the convocation ceremony of Panjab University in Chandigarh today, commending the institution’s 140-year legacy and its contributions to higher education, research, sports, and culture. In her address, the President praised Panjab University’s distinguished record, highlighting its 17-time victory in the Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Trophy, a testament to…
Bengaluru: In response to the recent gangrape of an Israeli tourist and an Indian homestay owner near the Tungabhadra Left Canal in Koppal district, the Karnataka government has issued new safety guidelines for homestays and resorts operating across the state’s tourist destinations. The circular, issued on Tuesday, mandates that homestay owners must take full responsibility…
