June 19, 2026

CSIR-NISCPR Hosts Student-Science Connect Program on Climate Change and Sustainability

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New Delhi: In a bid to foster scientific curiosity and environmental consciousness among school students, the Jigyasa Division of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NISCPR) organized a Student-Science Connect program titled “Impact of Climate Change: Food and Water Sustainability” at the Vivekananda Hall, CSIR-NISCPR campus,…

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Air India Express Flights Canceled as Cabin Crew Stage Mass Sick Leave Protest

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New Delhi: In an unprecedented turn of events, over 70 Air India Express flights faced cancellation as senior cabin crew members resorted to a “mass sick leave” protest, leaving the airline scrambling to manage the disruption. The sudden sick leave by approximately 300 cabin crew members resulted in flight cancellations affecting both international and domestic…

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National Archives of India Acquires Late Rafi Ahmad Kidwai’s Private Papers

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New Delhi: In a significant development for archival preservation, the National Archives of India (NAI) has acquired the private paper collection of the esteemed Late Rafi Ahmad Kidwai. This invaluable collection comprises original correspondences between Kidwai and eminent leaders such as Pt. Nehru, Sardar Patel, Shyama Prasad Mukherjee, and P.D. Tandon, among others. The papers…

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Sunstroke Claims three in Odisha, 786 Cases of heat-related illnesses Reported

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Bhubaneswar: Odisha reported 786 cases of heat-related illnesses and three fatalities attributed to sunstroke this summer. The state’s health infrastructure is on high alert as health officials work tirelessly to mitigate the impact of the scorching temperatures. Director of Health Services, Dr. Bijay Kumar Mohapatra, confirmed the distressing statistics, highlighting the severity of the situation….

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Phase-5 of Lok Sabha Elections 2024: 695 Candidates to Contest Across 8 States/UTs

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New Delhi: As the Lok Sabha Elections 2024 continue to unfold, Phase-5 is set to witness a robust electoral battle, with 695 candidates gearing up to contest across 49 Parliamentary Constituencies (PCs) spread over 8 States/Union Territories. A total of 1586 nominations were filed for the upcoming phase, reflecting the keen interest and participation of…

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Workshop on State Mining Index Organized by Ministry of Mines and IIT-ISM

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New Delhi: The Ministry of Mines, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology-Indian School of Mines (IIT-ISM), Dhanbad, successfully organized a one-day workshop on the State Mining Index. Held today, the workshop aimed to introduce a comprehensive tool for stakeholders in the mining sector to assess various aspects related to the Ease of Doing…

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Union Health Secretary Emphasizes Timely Detection and Prevention of Thalassemia on International Thalassemia Day

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New Delhi: Apurva Chandra, Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, underscored the critical importance of timely detection and prevention in combating Thalassemia, a hereditary blood disorder. Speaking at an event commemorating International Thalassemia Day, Chandra emphasized that early prevention is key to reducing the burden of this disease. Addressing the gathering, Chandra…

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AstraZeneca Withdraws Covid-19 Vaccine Globally

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New Delhi: Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca has announced the global withdrawal of its Covid-19 vaccine. The company cited a surplus of newer vaccine options as the primary reason behind this decision. AstraZeneca has voluntarily withdrawn the “marketing authorization” for the vaccine within the European Union, with similar applications expected to be made in other countries where…

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Indian Coast Guard and Jindal Steel & Power Ink MoU to Boost Indigenous Shipbuilding

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New Delhi: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) have joined forces. On May 7, 2024, both entities formalized their partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi. The primary objective of this collaboration is to facilitate the supply of indigenous marine-grade steel, thereby enhancing the indigenous content…

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Indian Coast Guard Rescues Critically-Ill Fisherman off Kerala Coast

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Kochi: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) demonstrated its unwavering commitment to maritime safety by conducting a successful rescue operation, saving the life of a critically-ill fisherman from the Indian Fishing Boat (IFB) Jazeera. The dramatic rescue took place approximately 40 nautical miles off Beypore, Kerala, on May 7, 2024. The fisherman encountered a life-threatening situation…

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