Union Ministers Launch Fourth Tranche of Critical and Strategic Mineral Auction

New Delhi: The Union Minister of Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, alongside Minister of State for Coal and Mines, Satish Chandra Dubey, today launched the fourth tranche of the auction of critical and strategic minerals at a ceremony held at the Scope Convention Centre, CGO Complex. This significant event included several key announcements and…

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Odisha Health Minister Orders Enhanced Surveillance Amid Outbreak of Diseases

Bhubaneswar: Expressing grave concern over the recent outbreaks of Japanese encephalitis (JE), jaundice, and diphtheria in Angul, Sambalpur, and Rayagada districts, Odisha’s Health and Family Welfare Minister, Mukesh Mahaling, has instructed state and district authorities to enhance surveillance and implement strict health measures. During a review meeting held on Monday, Minister Mahaling emphasized the need…

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South Africa Clinches Thrilling Victory Over West Indies to Secure Semifinal Spot in T20 World Cup

Antigua: Tabraiz Shamsi’s three-wicket haul and a measured knock of 29 runs off 27 balls by Tristan Stubbs helped South Africa clinch a cliffhanger victory by three wickets (DLS method) against the West Indies, joining England in the semifinals of the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. In a rain-curtailed match, Aiden Markram’s men held…

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Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches “One Week One Theme” Campaign to Showcase India’s Scientific Successes

New Delhi: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, who holds independent charge of Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, along with various other key roles, today inaugurated the “One Week One Theme” (OWOT) campaign. This initiative aims to highlight India’s recent advancements in various streams of science and technology. “Our goal is to integrate the efforts…

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Odisha Govt to Open Cold Storage Facilities in Every Block to Address Rising Vegetable Prices

Bhubaneswar: In response to the escalating prices of vegetables across the state, Krushna Chandra Patra, Odisha’s Minister of Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare, announced plans to establish cold storage facilities in every block of Odisha. The announcement was made during a press briefing held on Monday. Minister Patra addressed the rising onion prices, explaining that…

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Defence Services Staff Colleges of India and Bangladesh Sign MoU for Military Education Cooperation

Wellington: The Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington, India, and the Defence Services Command and Staff College (DSCSC), Mirpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance cooperation in military education, particularly in the fields of Strategic and Operational Studies. This significant agreement was inked during the official state visit of Bangladesh’s…

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Govt of India Imposes Stock Limits on Wheat to Ensure Food Security and Curb Hoarding

New Delhi: In a decisive move to manage overall food security and prevent hoarding and unscrupulous speculation, the Government of India has imposed stock limits on wheat across all states and union territories. The new regulations, outlined in the Removal of Licensing Requirements, Stock Limits and Movement Restrictions on Specified Foodstuffs (Amendment) Order, 2024, are…

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India Embarks on Groundbreaking Underground Coal Gasification Pilot Project

Jamtara: Under the strategic direction of the Ministry of Coal, Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL) has launched an innovative pilot project for Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) at the Kasta coal block in Jamtara District, Jharkhand. This initiative underscores the Ministry’s proactive diversification efforts within the coal sector, aiming to revolutionize the industry by converting in-situ coal…

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Woman Held in Bonded Labor Tortured with Chili Paste by Employers in Telangana

Nagarkarnool, Telangana: In a shocking incident at Mulachintalapalle Village in Nagarkarnool district, Eswaramma, a woman held in bonded labour for two years, was brutally tortured by her employers, who rubbed chili paste all over her body, including her private parts, to punish her for not reporting to work. Eswaramma and her family had been working…

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Smriti Mandhana Anchors India’s Six-Wicket Victory Over South Africa, Securing Series Whitewash

Bengaluru: In a stellar display of batting prowess, Smriti Mandhana guided India to a commanding six-wicket victory in the third and final women’s ODI against South Africa, clinching a 3-0 series whitewash at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium on Sunday. India chased down South Africa’s total of 215 for eight in 40.4 overs, finishing at 220…

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