India Set to Launch EU’s Proba-3 Satellite in December, Furthering Indo-European Space Collaboration

New Delhi: In a landmark announcement at the 3rd Indian Space Conclave, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh revealed that India is set to launch the European Union’s Proba-3 satellite in early December. This mission marks another milestone in India’s ascent as a global space leader and underscores the growing partnership between India and the EU…

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 ‘Shilp Samagam Mela 2024’ Commences at Dilli Haat

New Delhi: The Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment inaugurated the ‘Shilp Samagam Mela 2024’ today at Dilli Haat, New Delhi. Organized by the Ministry’s key corporations—the National Scheduled Castes Finance and Development Corporation (NSFDC), National Backward Classes Finance and Development Corporation (NBCDFC), and National Safai Karmachari Finance and Development Corporation (NSKFDC)—the event celebrates…

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Indian Women’s Hockey Team Arrives in Gaya for Bihar Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024

Rajgir: The Indian Women’s Hockey Team has officially arrived in Gaya, marking the commencement of the first international hockey tournament ever hosted in the state. The Bihar Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Rajgir 2024 is set to unfold from 11 to 20 November, featuring a competitive lineup that includes defending champions India and the silver medallists…

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Gujarat Labour Secretary Dr. Vinod R. Rao Visits World Skill Center in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: During a two-day visit to Odisha, Dr. Vinod R. Rao, IAS, Secretary of the Labour, Skill Development, and Employment Department of the Government of Gujarat, toured the World Skill Center (WSC) on Monday. His visit included an exploration of the center’s state-of-the-art laboratories and interactions with students about the advanced skill courses offered at…

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GeM Revamps Platform with 170 New Seed Categories to Simplify Procurement Ahead of Cropping Season

New Delhi: To streamline access to quality agricultural and horticultural seeds, the Government e Marketplace (GeM) has introduced 170 revamped seed categories on its portal. This initiative, launched ahead of the upcoming cropping season, includes nearly 8,000 seed varieties that Central and State Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and other governing bodies can procure for distribution…

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India Elected President of International Solar Alliance Assembly; France Secures Co-Presidency

New Delhi: The seventh session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly, hosted at the iconic Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, has concluded with significant leadership appointments for the 2024-2026 period. The Republic of India was elected as the President, while the Republic of France triumphed over Grenada in the contest for Co-President. The ISA…

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FTII Student Film ‘Sunflowers Were First Ones to Know’ Heads to the 2025 Oscars

Pune: The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) is celebrating a major achievement as its student film, Sunflowers Were First Ones to Know, directed by Chidananda S. Naik, has qualified for the 2025 Oscars in the Live Action Short Film category. This Kannada-language short, inspired by Indian folk stories, first gained international acclaim after…

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