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Photographic Exhibition “Thailand-India Interwoven Legacies: Stream of Faith in Buddhism” Inaugurated in New Delhi

Bureau The News HashtagJuly 11, 2024July 11, 202402 mins

New Delhi: The photographic exhibition “Thailand-India Interwoven Legacies: Stream of Faith in Buddhism” was inaugurated today by Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, at the National Museum in New Delhi. The inaugural ceremony was graced by the presence of H.E. Maris Sangiampongsa, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Thailand, Ambassador H.E. Pattarat Hongtong,…

Earth to Have a Temporary “Mini-Moon” for Two Months: A Small Asteroid from the Arjuna Belt

Bureau The News HashtagSeptember 28, 2024September 28, 202402 mins

California: A rare celestial event is set to unfold as a small asteroid, known as 2024 PT5, will be captured by Earth’s gravitational pull, temporarily becoming a “mini-moon” from September 29 to November 25. While this phenomenon has sparked excitement among stargazers and space enthusiasts, the mini-moon will be too faint to see with the…

Union Cabinet Greenlights Rs. 12,000 Crore Subsidy Extension for Ujjwala Yojana Beneficiaries

Bureau The News HashtagMarch 7, 202402 mins

New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given its nod to the continuation of a targeted subsidy of Rs. 300 per 14.2 kg cylinder, pro-rated for 5 kg cylinders, for up to 12 refills per year. This subsidy extension is designed for the beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana…

Bhitarkanika National Park to Close for Saltwater Crocodile Census from January 14

Bureau The News HashtagDecember 17, 202401 mins

Bhubaneswar: Bhitarkanika National Park in Kendrapara district will remain closed to tourists from January 14 to 22, 2025, to facilitate the annual saltwater crocodile census, the Forest Department announced. A comprehensive operation has been planned, involving 22 teams and around 100 personnel, including forest officials, wildlife researchers, and trained locals, to ensure the census is…

Footwear Design and Development Institute Expands Horizons with Four Key Academic Partnerships

Bureau The News HashtagSeptember 12, 2024September 12, 202402 mins

New Delhi: The Footwear Design and Development Institute (FDDI), an institution under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), has marked a significant milestone in its journey towards technological advancement and excellence. At a ceremony held at Udyog Bhawan, FDDI signed four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with leading academic institutions: Tamil Nadu…

India Successfully Test-Fires ASTRA Missile from LCA AF MK1 Fighter Jet

Bureau The News HashtagMarch 12, 2025March 13, 202502 mins

Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to India’s air combat capabilities, the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) successfully test-fired the indigenous ASTRA Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) from the LCA AF MK1 prototype fighter aircraft. The test was conducted off the coast of Chandipur, Odisha, showcasing the missile’s precision and reliability. The ASTRA missile scored a…

Odisha to Recruit 6,025 Teachers for Government Secondary Schools

Bureau The News HashtagOctober 23, 2024October 24, 202401 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC) has announced the recruitment of 6,025 teachers for Government Secondary Schools across the state. These appointments will be for the position of Leave Training Reserve teachers, with the aim of strengthening the education system in Odisha. Among the total recruits, 1,988 positions will be reserved for women, supporting…

Free Entry to All ASI Monuments and Museums on May 18 to Mark International Museum Day

Bureau The News HashtagMay 17, 2025May 18, 202502 mins

New Delhi: In a significant move to boost public engagement with India’s cultural heritage, the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has announced free entry to all its monuments and museums across the country on May 18, 2025, to mark International Museum Day. The initiative aims to promote awareness about the vital role that museums play…

Over 2 Lakh birds of 104 species Recorded During Bird Census at Hirakud

Bureau The News HashtagJanuary 10, 2022January 11, 202202 mins

Hirakud reservoir saw a rise in the number of migratory birds this winter. As per report, this year over 2.08 lakh birds arrived while in 2021 1.24 birds were recorded. The number of species has also increased as this year around 104 species of birds arrived while in 2021, 98 species were recorded. The annual…

FSSAI Expands Food Safety Training Initiative to State Bhawans and Government Office Canteens in the National Capital

Bureau The News HashtagFebruary 16, 202402 mins

New Delhi: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) is taking significant strides to bolster food safety standards across State/UT Bhawans and government office canteens in the National Capital through its Food Safety Training and Certification (FoSTaC) programme.