New Delhi: The Ministry of Mines organized a workshop on Offshore Mining in New Delhi today, drawing participation from key stakeholders, government officials, industry experts, and mining enthusiasts. The event, graced by dignitaries including Secretary of the Ministry of Mines, V.L. Kantha Rao, and Secretary of the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Dr. M. Ravichandran, aimed…
Darjeeling: The Department of Ex-servicemen Welfare organized the ‘Samadhan Campaign’, an outreach program aimed at addressing the concerns of veterans, at Bengdubi Army Camp in Darjeeling, West Bengal. Dr. Niten Chandra, Secretary (Ex-servicemen Welfare), led the initiative, reaffirming the government’s commitment to enhancing welfare measures for ex-servicemen. Engaging directly with veterans during the campaign, Dr….
Cannes: The 77th Cannes Film Festival witnessed a momentous occasion as the Bharat Pavilion was inaugurated today, marking India’s vibrant presence at one of the world’s most prestigious film festivals. This year, Bharat shines with numerous official selections across various sections, showcasing its rich cinematic heritage on the global stage. Hosted annually by the Information…
New Delhi: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) organized a workshop in New Delhi to discuss the implementation of Insurance Surety Bonds (ISB) for NHAI contracts. The workshop aimed to assess the progress made in implementing ISBs and encourage greater participation from stakeholders to promote wider adoption of this financial instrument. Key figures from…
Deogarh: Odisha Chief Minister and Biju Janata Dal (BJD) supremo reiterated the party’s commitment to provide free electricity to 90% of consumers in the state soon after assuming office for the sixth term following the ongoing twin elections. In a video shared by senior BJD leader and Nabin Odisha Chairman VK Pandian during electioneering in…
New Delhi: The first set of citizenship certificates under the recently notified Citizenship (Amendment) Rules, 2024, were issued today in New Delhi. Union Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla presided over the ceremony, personally handing over citizenship certificates to select applicants. During the interactive session, Home Secretary Bhalla congratulated the applicants and underscored the key features…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant stride towards bolstering voter turnout and ensuring voter convenience, the Odisha government unveiled the ‘Mo Booth Aap’ on Wednesday. The launch ceremony, presided over by State Chief Electoral Officer Nikunj Dhal, marked a pivotal moment in empowering voters with accessible and pertinent information. Developed by the Khurda district administration, the ‘Mo…
New Delhi: The Third Session of the India-Zimbabwe Joint Trade Committee (JTC) took place in New Delhi from May 13th to May 14th, 2024. Under the co-chairpersonship of Priya P. Nair, Economic Adviser at the Department of Commerce, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, and Rudo. M. Faranisi, Chief Director of Economic Cooperation,…
New Delhi: The Department of Consumer Affairs conducted a stakeholder consultation today to address the growing concern of protecting consumer interests from online fake reviews. Chaired by Nidhi Khare, Secretary of the Department of Consumer Affairs, the meeting aimed to devise strategies to safeguard consumers from misleading information prevalent in the online marketplace. The surge…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) Nikunja Bihari Dhal has issued a stern appeal to voters, urging them to protect their privacy by refraining from sharing Aadhaar details and mobile phone numbers with political parties or candidates. In a release issued on Tuesday, CEO Dhal expressed concern over reports of contesting candidates and political parties collecting…
