New Delhi: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has recently notified the University Grants Commission (Open and Distance Learning Programmes and Online Programmes) Regulations, 2020, along with subsequent amendments, to ensure the quality and standards of education delivered through distance and online modes. The initial regulations were officially published in the Gazette of India on September…
Bhubaneswar: In an administrative development, IAS officer Vijay Amruta Kulange has been appointed as the Managing Director of OMFED, Bhubaneswar. The General Administration & Public Grievance Department has issued a notification on Tuesday evening. The official notification issued by the department confirms the appointment of Vijay Amruta Kulange, IAS (RR-2013), to the prestigious position of…
New Delhi: The provisional figures of Direct Tax collections for the Financial Year 2023-24, as of March 17, 2024, have showcased a significant surge, reaching Rs. 18,90,259 crore. This marks a substantial increase from Rs. 15,76,776 crore recorded in the corresponding period of the previous Financial Year, reflecting a growth rate of 19.88%. The Net…
New Delhi: To curb the cases of human trafficking, the National Commission for Women (NCW) and the Railway Protection Force (RPF) today formalized their commitment by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This strategic collaboration seeks to empower RPF officials with the necessary training and sensitization to effectively tackle the issue of women trafficking within…
London: As Daniel Craig’s epochal stint as James Bond draws to a close with “No Time to Die,” the mantle of MI6’s iconic spy is poised to pass to a new face. Recent reports from The Sun indicate that British actor Aaron Taylor-Johnson has been formally offered the role, signaling a potential new era for the beloved franchise.
Bhubaneswar: The World Skill Center (WSC) in Odisha continues to nurture the talents of its students by providing them with invaluable international exposure through the ‘Student Exchange Program’. On Tuesday evening, the selected students for the 2023-24 batch embarked on an enriching journey to Singapore, marking the beginning of a transformative experience. Under the patronage…
Bengaluru: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is extending a golden opportunity to students eager to explore the realms of space research and innovation through its internship and student project trainee schemes for the year 2024. ISRO INTERNSHIP 2024 Eligibility Criteria: Undergraduate (UG), Postgraduate (PG), and PhD students, Indian citizens pursuing or completing their studies…
Bengaluru: Taking a stride that resonates with the cultural fabric of the city, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has officially adopted its hometown’s vernacular name, Bengaluru, as part of its team identity. The announcement came during the franchise’s UNBOX event at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on Tuesday.
Puri: The repair work of the beam on the Nata Mandap of the Shree Jagannath temple in Puri has been completed. The beam, located at the top of the Garuda Stamba, had developed a crack, necessitating immediate attention. Undertaken by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), the repair work was conducted to ensure the safety…
New Delhi: India and Mumbai Indians’ batter, Suryakumar Yadav, failed the fitness test and has not received clearance from the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru. He will miss the initial matches of the 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Another fitness assessment is scheduled for Thursday, and only if he passes will…
