Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of World Water Day, the Department of Water Resources in Odisha convened a strategic dialogue to address pressing water management issues and promote sustainable practices. Emphasizing this year’s theme, ‘Water for Peace’, the discussion aimed to underscore the pivotal role of water in fostering stability and prosperity globally. The session, held…
Ahmedabad: The telecom sector in India is poised for a revolutionary transformation, propelled by advancements in cutting-edge technologies such as 5G, M2M/IoT, and allied fields. Recognizing the pivotal role of startups, MSMEs, and academia in this paradigm shift, the Department of Telecom, Gujarat, inaugurated its Telecom Facilitation Centre on March 21st, 2024. The newly established…
New Delhi: The Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) has unveiled a groundbreaking publication titled ‘An illustrated guide to the Lepidoptera of India: taxonomic procedures, family characters, diversity, and distribution’. The book, authored by Dr. Dhriti Banerjee, Director of ZSI, along with Dr. Navneet Singh, Dr. Rahul Joshi, and Dr. P. C. Pathania, scientists of ZSI,…
Thimphu: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was conferred the prestigious Order of the Druk Gyalpo, Bhutan’s highest civilian decoration, by His Majesty the King of Bhutan. The ceremony, held at the Tendrelthang in Thimphu, marked a significant milestone in bilateral relations, with Prime Minister Modi becoming the first foreign leader to receive this esteemed honour. The announcement…
Thimphu: Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a significant visit to Bhutan, where he met with H.E. Tshering Tobgay, the Prime Minister of Bhutan, in Thimphu today. The meeting, which took place over a working lunch hosted in honour of Prime Minister Modi, was marked by warm exchanges and fruitful discussions aimed at strengthening the…
Ghaziabad: The National Telecommunications Institute for Policy Research, Innovation and Training (NTIPRIT), operating under the aegis of the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), recently organized a two-day workshop on “5G Use Case Labs: Awareness and Pre-Commissioning Readiness” at IIT Gandhinagar. The event, graced by Mona Khandhar, Principal Secretary of the Department of Science & Technology, Government…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) convened a consultative workshop in New Delhi today to discuss the status of the Blue Economy Pathways study report. The workshop brought together experts from various line Ministries, including the World Bank, to deliberate on India’s journey towards achieving resource-efficient, inclusive, and resilient growth in its maritime…
Chennai: The upcoming 2024 season of the Indian Premier League (IPL) promises a twist in the playing conditions as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has decided to retain the rule allowing bowlers to deliver two bouncers per over, marking a departure from the traditional single bouncer rule.
New Delhi: The National Zoological Park, popularly known as Delhi Zoo, marked the International Day of Forests on March 21st with a series of engaging activities centered around the theme “Forests and innovation: new solutions for a better world”. The event aimed to raise awareness about the vital role of forests and plants in our ecosystem, as well as to promote sustainable practices for their preservation.
New Delhi: Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari made a significant visit to the Defence Services Staff College in Wellington on March 22. Addressing student officers from both the Indian Armed Forces and Friendly Foreign Countries undergoing the 79th Staff Course, as well as the permanent staff of DSSC, the CAS delivered insights into the challenges facing the Indian Air Force (IAF) and its strategic direction.
