New Delhi: In a significant stride towards inclusive development, the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, has forged a strategic alliance with Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), South Asia at IFMR. J-PAL, SA@ IFMR will serve as a knowledge partner, spearheading initiatives aimed at empowering rural women and fostering self-sufficiency. The Memorandum…
New Delhi: To bolster the welfare of rural postal workers, Union Minister of Communications, Railways, and Electronics & Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, introduced a groundbreaking financial upgradation scheme today.
New Delhi: In a significant stride towards fostering innovation in the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) sector, the Technology Development Board (TDB) has inked a strategic agreement with M/s Quicksand Design Studio Private Limited, headquartered in New Delhi. Under the banner of the ‘INDIA-ISRAEL INDUSTRIAL R&D AND TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION FUND (I4F)’, TDB has granted a Conditional…
New Delhi: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has announced the extension of the deadline for submissions of Expressions of Interest (EoI) for the Sangam: Digital Twin Initiative, responding to the overwhelming interest from various stakeholders. The new deadline is set for April 5.
Bengaluru: Indian scientists and a high-level delegation from Deutsches Elektronen-Synchrotron (DESY), a renowned German research center, convened at the Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) in Bengaluru from March 12th to 14th, 2024. The aim was to deliberate on expanding collaboration on advanced synchrotron facilities and cutting-edge research initiatives. The bilateral steering committee…
Bhubaneswar: The North-East Conclave on Climate Change: Adaptation and Resilience (NCCCAR-2024) concluded with a call for urgent action to address the detrimental effects of climate change on the unique ecosystem of Northeast India. The two-day event, hosted by DST’s Centre of Excellence at the Department of Environmental Science at Tezpur University, brought together a diverse…
New Delhi: Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi hosted Prime Minister of Bhutan, Dasho Tshering Tobgay in New Delhi yesterday. The meeting marks an important milestone as it is Prime Minister Tobgay’s inaugural overseas visit since assuming office in February 2024.
New Delhi: Anticipation is mounting as the Election Commission of India (ECI) prepares to unveil the schedule for the much-awaited 2024 General elections and State Assembly elections. The Commission announced that the schedule will be disclosed during a press conference scheduled for tomorrow. In a statement released today, the ECI stated, “Press Conference by Election…
New Delhi: In a nail-biting encounter at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, the Royal Challengers Bangalore staged a remarkable turnaround to secure a thrilling five-run victory over the Mumbai Indians in the Women’s Premier League 2024 eliminator clash. With this win, RCB not only clinched a spot in the first-ever final of the tournament but also shattered the dreams of the defending champions MI Women.
Bhubaneswar: Recognizing and preserving indigenous cultures, the Odisha government awarded Habitat Rights under the Forest Rights Act (FRA) to 32 villages of the Paudi Bhuyan community in Deogarh district. This significant milestone under the Mo Jungle Jami Yojana (MJJM) was marked by a ceremony where Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena handed over the Habitat Rights…
