New Delhi: A high-level meeting of the Committee of Ministers was convened today under the chairmanship of the Union Minister of Home Affairs and Cooperation. The session focused on reviewing the current prices of essential commodities, with a particular emphasis on wheat stocks and prices. The committee discussed the procurement status of wheat for the…
New Delhi: The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD), Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, has signed an agreement with the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) to upgrade the Biocontainment Facility and undertake associated repair works at the Chaudhary Charan Singh National Institute of Animal Health (CCSNAIH) in Baghpat. The agreement, signed in…
Pune: In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers from the Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) in Pune have identified a new genus of the Gomphonemoid diatom in the pristine waters of the Eastern Ghats. This newly discovered genus, named Indiconema, showcases a unique suite of features distinguishing it from other members of the Gomphonemoid group, particularly in valve symmetry…
Bengaluru: In a pioneering study, scientists from the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) have uncovered the electronic mechanisms behind a new class of materials known as incipient metals, which exhibit metavalent bonding (MVB) within a single 2D layer of Group IV chalcogenides. This breakthrough has significant implications for energy harvesting and power…
New Delhi: In a bid to further the sapling plantation campaign initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on World Environment Day, June 5, 2024, a massive tree plantation drive was held today at the Asola-Bhati Wildlife Sanctuary. This event was a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, and…
New Delhi, June 20, 2024: Union Minister of Textiles, Giriraj Singh, held a crucial interaction with major industry representatives, Export Promotion Councils, and Associations representing the entire textile value chain today. The meeting aimed to discuss strategies for attracting significant investments, enhancing infrastructure, improving ease of doing business, and boosting job creation, particularly in labor-intensive…
Bhubaneswar: Surama Padhy, a seasoned politician and two-time MLA from Ranpur, has been elected as the Speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly. Her elevation to this prestigious position came through unanimous support from all quarters, marking a significant milestone in the state’s political landscape. Padhy’s candidacy for the Speakership received overwhelming backing after no other nominations…
Bhubaneswar: The India-European Union Trade and Technology Council (TTC) Working Group 2 organized a startup matchmaking event today, featuring twelve high-impact solution providers in battery recycling technologies for electric vehicles (EVs). This initiative underscores the commitment of India and the EU to promote sustainability, foster innovation, and strengthen economic ties. The event, aimed at showcasing…
New Delhi: The first National Additive Manufacturing Symposium (NAMS) 2024 was inaugurated today by S Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), at an event designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the Additive Manufacturing (AM) ecosystem in India. The symposium featured the release of the Additive Manufacturing Landscape Report and…
Mumbai: On the sidelines of the ongoing 18th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF), the Indian Documentary Producers Association (IDPA) organized an Open Forum to address the topic, “Creating New Opportunities for Documentary Funding.” Esteemed speakers from the film industry shared their insights, highlighting the challenges and potential solutions for the financial viability of documentary films…
