New Delhi: Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, held a comprehensive review meeting today with members of the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) at Transport Bhawan to assess the industry’s preparedness for the introduction of ethanol and flex fuel-powered vehicles. During the meeting, Gadkari highlighted the importance of transitioning from fossil…
New Delhi: Union Science Minister, Dr. Jitendra Singh, lauded the significant contributions of various Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) institutes in the construction of the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. The minister highlighted the role of CSIR-CBRI Roorkee, CSIR-NGRI Hyderabad, DST-IIA Bengaluru, and CSIR-IHBT Palampur in various aspects of the temple construction.
Mumbai: “India is a powerhouse of content. With high creative ambition and a global mindset, our content can go global,” said internationally acclaimed filmmaker Ketan Mehta during an engaging panel discussion at the 18th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) today. Mehta, a pioneer in the field of animation and digital visual effects in India, asserted…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman tabled the Economic Survey 2024-25 in Parliament today, highlighting the role of education and human capital development as foundational pillars of national progress. The Survey underscored the transformative impact of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 in reshaping India’s education landscape, with significant improvements…
Minicoy Island: In a daring rescue operation, the Indian Coast Guard ship Samarth rendered invaluable assistance to the distressed Indian fishing boat Arul Matha (IND-TN-12-MM-5707), which was left adrift approximately 50 nautical miles southwest of Minicoy Island since 25th January due to an engine breakdown.
New Delhi: The Hockey India League (HIL) is set to make a thrilling return after a seven-year hiatus, with the much-anticipated players’ auction scheduled to take place from 13th to 15th October at the Hyatt Regency, New Delhi. HIL 2024-25 will feature both men’s and women’s leagues, marking the debut of an exclusive women’s league…
Kochi: In a landmark event, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated three key infrastructure projects collectively valued at over Rs 4,000 crore in Kochi, Kerala today.
Bhubaneswar: Former captain of Odisha Ranji Cricket team and BCCI referee Prasant Mohapatra died of Covid-19 infection. He is the son of eminent sculptor Raghunath Mohapatra who also passed away 10 days back due to Covid infection. Prashant was admitted in AIIMS along with his father and brother Jashobant after testing Covid positive in the…
Singapore: India’s Gukesh Dommaraju held reigning champion Ding Liren of China to a draw in Game 4 of their 14-game FIDE World Chess Championship Final Match at the Resorts World Sentosa here on Friday, overcoming another surprise opening to fight for equality in a game in which both players spent time trying to keep the game…
New Delhi: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and other key portfolios, Dr. Jitendra Singh, highlighted the critical role of effective science communication in translating innovations into societal benefits at the Dr. Mangalam Swaminathan National Awards for Excellence 2024. The awards ceremony, held in New Delhi, celebrated the contributions…
