Kolkata: Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth today launched the “GRSE Accelerated Innovation Nurturing Scheme (GAINS 2024)” of Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) in Kolkata. This innovative scheme aims to address challenges faced by shipyards and promote technological development through startups created and nurtured in India. It encourages and enables Micro, Small, and Medium…
Paradip: Paradip Port Authority (PPA) has achieved a historic milestone in its operational history, handling an unprecedented 41.12 Million Metric Tons (MMT) of cargo within the first 100 days of the fiscal year 2024-25. This remarkable performance sets a new record for the port, marking a 4.78% growth compared to the 39.25 MMT achieved during…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Government celebrated a significant milestone today during the 130th State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) Meeting, chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, IAS. The meeting led to the approval of 26 projects valued at INR 5,992.92 crores, poised to transform Odisha’s economic landscape and reinforce its status as a premier…
Guwahati: The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying (DAHD), Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Government of India, in collaboration with the host state of Assam, conducted a crucial “Regional Training of 21st Livestock Census on Software (Mobile & Web Application/ Dashboard) and Breeds” today. The workshop, held in Guwahati, aimed to equip State…
New Delhi: A high-level delegation from the U.S.-India Business Council (USIBC), led by Edward Knight, Executive Vice Chairman, met with Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh at North Block to discuss potential areas of collaboration between the two nations. The USIBC represents leading global companies operating in the United States and India, fostering connections between businesses…
New Delhi: As India strides towards sustainability and a circular economy, the innovative concept of “waste to wealth” is gaining traction. By implementing composting pits in temples and involving temple trusts and Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in recycling efforts, significant employment opportunities can be created. Outreach programs educating priests and devotees about not dumping floral waste…
New Delhi: The transformative potential of future technologies, particularly 5G, to revolutionize life in rural areas was the focus of a workshop titled “Transforming Rural Landscape: Designing 5G Intelligent Villages” held here today. Organized by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), the workshop aimed to unlock the potential of 5G technology for rural development. The event…
Raipur: The Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, conducted a comprehensive review of the power sector for Chhattisgarh in a meeting held in Raipur today. The session was attended by several key officials including Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Vijay Sharma, Deputy Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, and…
New Delhi: The consistent efforts of the Department of Consumer Affairs have resulted in a significant softening of Urad prices, bringing relief to consumers. The proactive measures taken by the Central Government have been pivotal in stabilizing these prices while also ensuring favorable price realization for farmers. With the anticipation of good rainfall this season, the…
New Delhi: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, chaired a high-level meeting today to review the dengue situation across India and assess the public health system’s preparedness for dengue prevention, containment, and management in light of the monsoon season and the global rise in dengue cases. During the meeting, the Union…
