New Delhi: Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy, and Space, unveiled the theme for “National Science Day 2024” on Tuesday. Titled “Indigenous Technologies for Viksit Bharat,” the theme emphasizes the pivotal role of indigenous technologies in fostering overall well-being and…
New Delhi: In a significant stride towards fostering research and innovation as catalysts for growth, the Government of India has activated the provisions of the Anusandhan Research Foundation (ANRF) Act on February 5, 2024. The establishment of ANRF aims to cultivate and propel Research and Development (R&D) across India’s educational institutions, research facilities, and laboratories….
Agartala: The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan), under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India, is set to showcase the extraordinary talents and craftsmanship of Divyang entrepreneurs at the Divya Kala Mela in Agartala. The six-day event, organized by the National Divyangjan Finance and Development Corporation (NDFDC) inaugurated on…
New Delhi: The “India Ageing Report 2023,” a collaborative effort by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the International Institute of Population Sciences (IIPS), sheds light on the welfare of senior citizens in India. The comprehensive report provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by the elderly population and highlights opportunities for their well-being….
New Delhi: The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment is steering a transformative initiative, the Free Coaching Scheme for SCs and OBCs. This visionary scheme aims to provide coaching for competitive examinations, enabling individuals to secure coveted positions in both the Public and Private Sectors. Additionally, it facilitates admission to esteemed technical and professional higher…
New Delhi: The Indian government has introduced the SHRESHTA scheme with the primary objective of extending the reach of development interventions to service-deficient areas predominantly inhabited by Scheduled Castes (SCs). The scheme specifically targets the education sector by supporting grant-in-aid institutions run by NGOs and residential high schools, offering high-quality education. Focused on bridging the…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) has been actively implementing the Central Sector Scheme, “Operation Greens” (OG), under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana since 2018-19.
New Delhi: In the last seven years leading up to 2021-22, the Food Processing (FP) sector has become a crucial contributor to the Indian economy, showcasing growth in terms of GDP contribution, employment generation, and exports.
New Delhi: The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has granted approval for the acquisition of a 70% stake in Kotak Mahindra General Insurance Company Limited by Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. The proposed deal involves Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. acquiring a majority stake in Kotak Mahindra General Insurance Company Limited from Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited. As…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant development, Union Minister of State for Civil Aviation, and Road Transport and Highways, General (Retd) VK Singh, inaugurated the new link building at Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday. The inauguration took place digitally, marking the opening of the building connecting Terminal-1 (Domestic) and Terminal-2 (International) of the…
