New Delhi: In a momentous announcement, Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting (I&B) Anurag Thakur revealed that the veteran actor, Waheeda Rehman, will be bestowed with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India’s most prestigious accolade in the world of cinema, this year. Waheeda Rehman, an iconic luminary in Indian cinema, has left an indelible mark with…
Bhubaneswar: The burgeoning biotechnology sector in India is set to receive a significant boost, with marine resources emerging as a crucial component. On the third day of Global Bio-India (GBI) 2024, a technical session titled ‘Tapping the Blue Economy’ focused on leveraging India’s maritime resources for economic and biotechnological advancements. The session featured a keynote…
New Delhi: An Indian delegation led by Secretary Department of Science and Technology (DST) Professor Abhay Karandikar visited Mauna Kea, Hawaii, USA and discussed challenges in the progress of Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) project and ways to overcome them.
New Delhi: Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal, today emphasized the Global South’s minimal role in global environmental damage, attributing the crisis to the developed nations that benefited from low-cost energy in the past. The remarks were made during the inaugural session of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Partnership Summit 2024, held in…
Mumbai: Shyam Benegal, one of India’s most revered filmmakers, passed away on Monday at the age of 90. The acclaimed director died at around 6:30 pm at Wockhardt Hospital in Mumbai after battling a chronic kidney-related disease. His daughter, Pia Benegal, confirmed the news to India Today. Shyam Benegal is celebrated for his pioneering contributions…
New Delhi: In a strong commitment to enhancing the role of women in economic development, the Union Budget 2024-25, presented by Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman, has allocated over ₹3 lakh crore for schemes benefiting women and girls. This allocation is part of a broader strategy to promote women-led development and…
Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha, made history on Wednesday as it recorded its lowest maximum temperature for the month of March, according to data released by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). The city witnessed a maximum temperature of 19.2 degrees Celsius, breaking a 54-year-old record. Previously, Bhubaneswar had reported its lowest maximum day…
Kashmir: Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar shared the details of his recent visit to Jammu and Kashmir on social media, drawing praise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
New Delhi: The Indian Navy’s frontline stealth frigate, INS Tabar, recently concluded a successful visit to Toulon, France and participated in the 22nd edition of the Indo-French Bilateral Exercise VARUNA from September 2 to September 4, 2024, in the Mediterranean Sea. Commanded by Captain MR Harish, INS Tabar was part of an extensive joint naval…
As the looming threat of the Severe Cyclonic Storm “Michaung” intensifies, the coastal areas of South Andhra Pradesh, particularly between Nellore and Machilipatnam, including Bapatla, are bracing for impact. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has projected a landfall during the forenoon of 5th December, accompanied by maximum sustained wind speeds of 90-100 kmph and gusts…
