New Delhi: The National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) successfully concluded the 33rd Capacity Building Programme (CBP) for Maldivian civil servants today, marking another milestone in India-Maldives cooperation. The two-week program, held from September 9 to 20, 2024, was organized in collaboration with India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and is the first under the renewed…
Bhubaneswar, June 17: Expanding its roadmap for planned urban growth, the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) has announced four new Town Planning (TP) Schemes across nearly 969 acres in the Bhubaneswar Development Plan Area (BDPA), marking a major expansion of the city’s land pooling-based urban development model. The proposed schemes have been initiated under Section 23(1)…
Lucknow: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Saturday inaugurated the BrahMos Integration and Testing Facility Centre in Lucknow, hailing it as a significant milestone in India’s journey towards defence self-reliance. Addressing the gathering virtually, Singh declared Operation Sindoor not merely a military manoeuvre, but a resounding assertion of India’s political, social, and strategic resolve. “Operation Sindoor…
Bloemfontein: In a thrilling encounter at the U19 World Cup 2024, India showcased its batting prowess, setting an imposing target of 302 runs against Ireland at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein.
New Delhi: Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh presented the Empowered Committee’s report on Capability Enhancement of the Indian Air Force (IAF) to Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh in the national capital today. The report outlines key thrust areas and strategic recommendations aimed at strengthening the IAF’s operational capabilities over the short, medium, and long term. The…
Faridabad: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, today visited the Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI) on the occasion of its 16th Foundation Day, and took stock of the ongoing work at the upcoming Medical Research Centre (MRC)—a landmark facility that promises to significantly boost India’s clinical…
Bhubaneswar: To accommodate the increased demand for train travel during Holi, East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced special train services connecting major destinations such as Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Bengaluru. Additionally, the services of several existing special trains have been extended to ease passenger congestion during the festive period. With Holi celebrations leading to high ticket…
New Delhi: The National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) has launched a one-week Special Capacity Building Programme on Public Policy and Governance for 16 Deputy Commissioners of Bangladesh. The training session, taking place from July 15, 2024, to July 20, 2024, aims to foster international collaboration and enhance governance skills. The programme commenced with an…
New Delhi: The Union Civil Aviation Ministry has levied substantial fines on IndiGo airline and Mumbai airport in response to a disturbing incident where passengers were found having meals on the airport tarmac. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) imposed a fine of Rs 1.20 crore on IndiGo, while both BCAS and Director General…
New Delhi: In a landmark move to safeguard public health, India has launched its first-of-its-kind scientific study to detect zoonotic diseases with the potential to spill over from birds to humans. The ambitious inter-ministerial initiative was inaugurated today at the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Headquarters in New Delhi, marking a pivotal moment in…
