Jagjeevan Ram Railway Protection Force Academy Receives Prestigious ‘Excellent’ Rating for Civil Service Training

Lucknow: The Jagjeevan Ram Railway Protection Force (RPF) Academy in Lucknow has achieved a significant milestone by receiving the prestigious “Excellent/अति उत्कृष्ट” rating from the Capacity Building Commission (CBC). This recognition highlights the Academy’s outstanding adherence to the National Standards for Civil Service Training Institutions (NSCSTI), underscoring its commitment to excellence in civil service training….

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NHA and Maharashtra University of Health Sciences Collaborate to Advance Digital Health Education in India

New Delhi: In a landmark move to bolster digital health education across the nation, the National Health Authority (NHA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Maharashtra University of Health Sciences (MUHS). The agreement, signed in the presence of Union Health Minister J P Nadda, marks a significant step towards integrating digital health into…

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East Coast Railway Adopts Advanced Ballastless Track Technology for Tunnel Projects

New Delhi: East Coast Railway (ECoR) has embarked on a transformative initiative by adopting advanced ballastless track technology in the construction of new railway tunnels within its jurisdiction. This strategic move is poised to enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of rail transport, particularly in the challenging environments of tunnel construction. The initial implementation of…

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Tokyo Paralympics Champion Pramod Bhagat Suspended for 18 Months, to Miss Paris Paralympic Games

New Delhi: Pramod Bhagat, the celebrated para shuttler who won gold at the Tokyo Paralympics, has been handed an 18-month suspension by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) due to multiple whereabouts failures. This suspension, announced on Tuesday, will result in Bhagat missing the upcoming Paris Paralympic Games. The BWF revealed that Bhagat violated anti-doping regulations…

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Odisha Sees Increase in Elephant Population According to 2024 Census

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s forests are witnessing a positive trend in elephant conservation, as revealed by the Odisha Elephant Census 2024. The census, announced on World Elephant Day by Susant Nanda, the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) for Wildlife, shows an increase in the elephant population within the state’s forest divisions. The 2024 census recorded 2,098…

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Odisha Housing Minister Sets Ambitious Urban Development Goals

Bhubaneswar: In a pivotal review meeting held at Kharavel Bhawan on Monday, Odisha’s Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Minister, Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, charted out an ambitious roadmap for the Odisha State Housing Board (OSHB). The discussions centered on the board’s current projects, future expansion plans, and the implementation of key housing schemes across the state….

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Former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik Urges Union Minister for Continuation of UNESCO Kalinga Prize

Bhubaneswar: Former Odisha Chief Minister and Leader of the Opposition in the State Assembly, Naveen Patnaik, has called for the personal intervention of Union Science & Technology Minister, Dr. Jitendra Singh, to ensure the continuation of the prestigious UNESCO Kalinga Prize, a symbol of Odia identity and pride. In a letter addressed to the Union…

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Youth as Catalysts for Change: Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Addresses ‘Impact With Youth Conclave 2024’ in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad: Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, delivered the keynote address today at the ‘Impact With Youth Conclave 2024’ in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The event, jointly organized by United Nations India, UNICEF, UNICEF YuWaah, and Elixir Foundation in collaboration with the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, drew hundreds…

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Ministry of New and Renewable Energy Notifies Guidelines for ‘Incentives to DISCOMs’ under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana

Govt Notifies Guidelines for ‘Model Solar Village’ under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana

New Delhi: The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) has officially released the guidelines for the implementation of the ‘Model Solar Village’ component under the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, a landmark initiative aimed at promoting solar energy adoption across India. The guidelines, notified on August 9, 2024, outline the framework for creating one…

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Union Minister Virendra Kumar Leads Nationwide ‘Mass Pledge’ Against Drug Abuse Under Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan

New Delhi: In a powerful demonstration of commitment to a drug-free India, Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, today led the nation in a ‘Mass Pledge’ against drug abuse under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (NMBA). The event, held at Modern School, Barakhamba Road in New Delhi, saw the participation of…

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