Enforcement Directorate Marks 69th Foundation Day with Renewed Vow to Combat Economic Offences

New Delhi: The 69th Foundation Day of the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) was commemorated today in New Delhi, in a ceremony presided over by Union Minister of State for Finance, Pankaj Chaudhary. The event brought together key government officials, ex-Directors of the ED, representatives from investigative agencies, international delegates, and senior officers from across India,…

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President Murmu Honours Trailblazers for Empowering Persons with Disabilities on International Day

New Delhi: Marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2024, President Droupadi Murmu today conferred the National Awards on 33 individuals and institutions for their exemplary contributions to empowering persons with disabilities. The ceremony, held in New Delhi, was graced by Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar and Secretary of…

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Indian Surfers Shine at Asian Games Qualifier in Maldives

Maldives: Harish Muthu and Kishore Kumar have made a mark in the surfing world by advancing to the quarterfinals at the Surfing Asian Games 2026 qualifiers held in Thulusdhoo, Maldives. This prestigious competition features eight Indian surfers competing across four categories. Harish Muthu from Tamil Nadu secured his spot in the Men’s Open quarterfinals despite fierce…

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World Health Assembly Adopts Landmark Amendments to International Health Regulations

Geneva: In a historic stride towards bolstering global health security, the 77th World Health Assembly has adopted a comprehensive package of amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR 2005). This significant development comes in response to 300 proposals from member countries, following the lessons learned during the Covid-19 pandemic. The targeted amendments are designed to…

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India’s Renewable Energy Sector on Track to Achieve 500 GW by 2030, Says Union Minister Pralhad Joshi

Jaipur: Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, expressed confidence in India’s renewable energy (RE) sector, stating that the nation is poised to meet and surpass its ambitious target of 500 GW capacity by 2030. Addressing the Regional Review Meeting on Renewable Energy in Jaipur, he highlighted the critical role of renewable energy…

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Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Hosts Conference on Maritime Challenges and Solutions in Kochi

Kochi: The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW), in collaboration with Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) and the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), recently concluded a two-day conference in Kochi, Kerala, focusing on “Challenges and Prospective Solutions in Inland Waterways and Shipbuilding.” The conference, held on April 23rd and 24th, brought together key stakeholders,…

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MeitY Organizes Workshop on Grievance Appellate Committee to Strengthen Online Safety

New Delhi: The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) conducted a comprehensive workshop on the Grievance Appellate Committee (GAC) on January 7, at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi. The event focused on enhancing the grievance redressal framework under the Information Technology Act, 2000, with active participation from GAC members, social media intermediaries, and…

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