Ministry of Coal Reports Record 74.07 Million Tonnes Production in July 2024

New Delhi: The Ministry of Coal has reported a substantial increase in overall coal production for July 2024, achieving a total of 74.07 million tonnes (MT). This marks a 6.69% increase compared to the 69.42 MT produced in July 2023. Coal India Limited (CIL) contributed significantly to this growth, with production rising to 55.04 MT…

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Lollapalooza Mumbai 2024: Jonas Brothers to Enchant Fans in Spectacular Line-up

Mumbai: The pulsating beats of the Lollapalooza music festival are set to reverberate through Mumbai this weekend, promising an electrifying experience with a stellar lineup of over 40 artists gracing the stage over two days. Making their live debut in India, the globally renowned Jonas Brothers—Nick, Kevin, and Joe—will be a major highlight on Saturday’s…

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India’s First Self-Reliant Gaushala with State-of-the-Art CBG Plant in Gwalior

Gwalior: On October 2, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a revolutionary 100-ton-per-day cattle dung-based Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) plant at Gwalior’s Adarsh Gaushala in Laltipara. This initiative is a significant stride in the Prime Minister’s vision of “Waste to Wealth,” transforming organic waste into sustainable energy. The CBG plant, located within Gwalior’s largest cowshed housing…

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TRAI Releases Recommendations on Regulatory Sandbox Framework for Digital Communication Sector

New Delhi: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has unveiled its recommendations on “Encouraging Innovative Technologies, Services, Use Cases, and Business Models through Regulatory Sandbox in the Digital Communication Sector” on April 10, 2024. This landmark release aims to facilitate the testing and development of cutting-edge technologies amidst the evolving landscape of digital communication,…

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Economic Survey 2023-24 Calls for a Localized Approach to Climate Change

New Delhi: The Economic Survey 2023-24, presented by Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament today, takes a critical view of the Western approach to tackling climate change and calls for developing countries to adopt a localized perspective. The survey emphasizes that a ‘one-size-fits-all’ strategy is inadequate and that developing…

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Lovlina Borgohain Advances to Olympic Quarterfinals with Dominant Victory

Paris: Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain (75kg) showcased her prowess in the ring, advancing to the Olympic Games quarterfinals after a decisive victory over Norway’s Sunniva Hofstad. From the outset, Hofstad, the 2022 World Youth Champion, struggled to find her rhythm as Lovlina leveraged her height advantage to deliver decisive punches. In the opening round, Hofstad…

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Odisha to Celebrate Year-Long 125th Birth Anniversary of Dr. Harekrushna Mahatab

Bhubaneswar: The 125th birth anniversary of the esteemed statesman and nationalist leader, Utkal Keshari Dr. Harekrushna Mahatab, will be celebrated throughout the year, commencing with a three-day event in Bhubaneswar from November 21 to 23. The year-long observance aims to honor Dr. Mahatab’s contributions to Odisha’s identity and legacy, highlighting his pivotal role in shaping…

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Union Cabinet Approves ₹2,000 Crore ‘Mission Mausam’ to Revolutionize Weather and Climate Services

New Delhi: In a landmark move, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the launch of Mission Mausam, a comprehensive initiative with an outlay of ₹2,000 crore over two years. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Earth Sciences, this mission aims to revolutionize India’s weather and climate science, research, and services, significantly enhancing…

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Odisha Police Gear Up for Rath Yatra with Enhanced Security Measures

Bhubaneswar: The Director General of Police (DGP) Arun Kumar Sarangi convened a preparatory meeting today to discuss the security arrangements for the upcoming world-famous Rath Yatra in Puri. The meeting, held at the police headquarters in Cuttack, focused on proactive measures and heightened vigilance for the mega religious event. During the meeting, Sarangi emphasized the…

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