New Delhi: London Olympics bronze medallist shooter Gagan Narang has been elevated as the Chef-de-Mission (CDM) of the Indian contingent for the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, starting on July 26. Initially tasked with overseeing India’s operations at the shooting range — which will be far from the main venues, Narang has been named as a…
Manipur: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi visited a relief camp in Manipur today, providing support to people displaced by the ongoing ethnic violence in the northeastern state. The Leader of the Opposition in Lok Sabha interacted with displaced individuals at the camp in Tuibong village, Churachandpur district. Gandhi was also seen greeting local leaders, workers, and…
Puri: The majestic chariots of Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra, and Lord Jagannath—Taladhwaja, Darpadalana, and Nandighosha—arrived at the Saradhabali in front of the Gundicha Temple, completing the first leg of the nine-day-long Rath Yatra. This year’s event was marked by the rare convergence of Netra Utsav, Nabajoubana Darshan, and Gundicha Yatra occurring on the same day,…
Moscow: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Moscow today on an official visit, marking another chapter in the robust India-Russia relations. Upon arrival at the Vnukovo-II airport, Prime Minister Modi was received by H.E. Mr. Denis Manturov, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, and was accorded a ceremonial welcome. During his visit, Prime…
New Delhi: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced a significant upgrade to Delhi’s weather and rain forecast system at a special high-level meeting today, aimed at addressing public concerns during the ongoing monsoon season across the country, including the national capital. Dr. Singh emphasized that the upgraded forecast system would be made more people-friendly to…
New Delhi: India marked a significant milestone in its space ecosystem with the successful launch of Agnibaan, an innovative two-stage orbital launch vehicle. Powered by the country’s first patented single-piece 3D-printed semi-cryogenic engines, the launch vehicle was developed and incubated at IIT Madras, and it promises to revolutionize India’s role in the global space sector….
Itanagar: Manohar Lal, Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, chaired a crucial review meeting of Arunachal Pradesh’s power sector in Itanagar today. The meeting was attended by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein, Secretary (Power) Pankaj Agarwal from the Government of India, and Chief Secretary Dharmendra from the Government…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday instructed the Centre to develop a model policy on menstrual leave for women employees, following consultations with states and other relevant stakeholders. A bench composed of Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra emphasized that the issue was a matter of policy…
Paris: Returning to the scene of her record-breaking mark over 5000m last year, Kenyan middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon broke her own world 1500m record at the Paris Diamond League. Kipyegon clocked 3:49.04, taking 0.07 off the world record she set last year in Florence, in the women’s 1500m final race in the French capital on Sunday….
Patiala: The highly anticipated northern zonal round of the Khelo India Women’s Wushu League is set to captivate audiences, featuring distinguished international athletes Ayeera Chisti and Komal Nagar. This thrilling competition will be hosted at the Netaji Subhas National Institute of Sports in Patiala from July 9 to 13, showcasing the talents of 350 athletes…
