Election Commission of India Organizes Conference to Boost Voter Turnout Ahead of General Elections 2024

New Delhi: With the aim of fostering greater voter engagement and participation in the upcoming General Elections 2024, the Election Commission of India (ECI) convened a day-long ‘Conference on Low Voter Turnout’ today at Nirvachan Sadan, New Delhi. The conference brought together Municipal Commissioners from major cities and select District Election Officers (DEOs) from Bihar…

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Indian Coast Guard Rescues 27 Bangladeshi Fishermen Adrift at Sea

Kolkata: In a swift and decisive operation, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) successfully rescued 27 Bangladeshi fishermen who were stranded on their fishing boat at sea. The rescue mission, carried out on April 4, 2024, highlights the commitment of the Indian Coast Guard to safeguarding lives at sea and enhancing international cooperation with neighboring countries….

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SJVN Limited Receives Prestigious Awards at 15th CIDC Vishwakarma Awards 2024

New Delhi: SJVN Limited, a leading hydroelectric power company, has once again proven its commitment to social development and sustainability by winning two prestigious awards at the 15th CIDC Vishwakarma Awards 2024. The awards, instituted by the Construction Industry Development Council (CIDC), recognize SJVN’s exemplary efforts in corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and its role…

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Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata Achieves Record Cargo Handling in Fiscal Year 2023-24

New Delhi: In a significant milestone in its 154-year history, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMP Kolkata), comprising Kolkata Dock System (KDS) and Haldia Dock Complex (HDC), recorded a remarkable achievement by handling 66.4 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) of Cargo during the fiscal year 2023-24. This achievement marks a 1.11% increase from the previous record…

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Heat Wave Grips Bhubaneswar: Temperature Soars to 43.2°C

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s capital city, Bhubaneswar, experienced scorching temperatures on Friday as the mercury soared above 43 degrees Celsius, marking the first instance of such high temperatures this season. According to the regional centre of the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Bhubaneswar recorded a daytime temperature of 43.2 degrees Celsius by 2:30 pm today. The relentless heat…

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Shashank Singh helps Punjab Kings to secure a thrilling win against Gujarat Titans

Ahmedabad: In a captivating encounter at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium on Thursday, Punjab Kings made a remarkable comeback at the last moment to secure a thrilling three-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans in the 17th match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024. The nail-biting clash witnessed a dramatic turn of events as Punjab Kings, led…

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CBSE Introduces Exam Format Changes to Foster Real-Life Competency

New Delhi: In a bid to cultivate students’ proficiency in applying academic concepts to practical scenarios, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has unveiled significant alterations to the examination format for Classes XI and XII, effective from the 2024-25 academic session. CBSE officials revealed to PTI that the revamped exam pattern will incorporate a…

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Election Commission of India to Convene Conference Addressing Low Voter Turnout

New Delhi: In a pioneering move aimed at bolstering voter participation, the Election Commission of India (ECI) is set to host a conference with Municipal Commissioners and selected District Election Officers from 11 states with historically low voter turnouts. Scheduled for April 5th, 2024, at Nirvachan Sadan, New Delhi, the conference marks a significant step…

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