Mumbai: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) intercepted and apprehended the fishing vessel Aai Tuljai, suspected of being involved in illegal diesel smuggling, approximately 27 nautical miles southwest of Mumbai on May 12, 2024. The vessel, with four crew members onboard, was intercepted by an ICG Fast Patrol Vessel and an Interceptor Boat. During a thorough…
New Delhi: The Economic Survey 2023-24, presented in Parliament today by Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, marks a significant shift in India’s approach to gender equality, transitioning from women’s development to women-led development. This pivot underscores the nation’s evolving strategy to address global and geopolitical challenges while showcasing its economic resilience and…
Bhubaneswar: The much-awaited annual terracotta exhibition, Mruttika-2024, commenced today at the IDCO Exhibition Ground, Unit-III, in Bhubaneswar. The event was inaugurated by Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee, Principal Secretary of the Handlooms, Textiles, and Handicrafts Department, who ceremoniously lit the inaugural lamp. The exhibition, organized by the Directorate of Handicrafts under the Odisha Government’s Handlooms, Textiles,…
Mumbai: The 18th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) witnessed a historic moment today with the inauguration of the first-ever Documentary Film Bazaar. This pioneering initiative aims to elevate the documentary film industry by offering a unique platform for filmmakers to connect with buyers, sponsors, and collaborators, reinforcing MIFF’s status as the premier platform for non-feature films…
New Delhi: In a significant move aimed at enhancing its endeavors in critical and strategic minerals, Khanij Bidesh India Limited (KABIL) has inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – National Geophysical Research Institute (CSIR-NGRI). The MoU sets the stage for a collaborative partnership between the two entities…
New Delhi: A diverse group of medical professionals, engineers, scientists, and stakeholders gathered at the iHub Anubhuti IIITD Foundation of Indraprastha Institute of Information Technology Delhi (IIIT Delhi) for a day-long conference aimed at exploring the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in revolutionizing healthcare. The conference, titled “AI in Healthcare: Bridging the Gap Between Medicine…
New Delhi: Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, announced today that 300 women scientists will be awarded research grants under the CSIR-ASPIRE scheme. This announcement was made during a review meeting of the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR). The CSIR-ASPIRE scheme, launched on International Women’s Day…
New Delhi: To tackle the dissemination of misinformation and ensure the integrity of the electoral process, the Election Commission of India (ECI) unveiled the ‘Myth vs Reality Register’ today as part of the ongoing preparations for the General Elections 2024. The launch ceremony took place at Nirvachan Sadan, New Delhi, and was presided over by…
Bhubaneswar: A five-day induction training programme aimed at enhancing the professional competency of newly recruited Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) in Economics and Political Science commenced today at IMAGE, Siripur. The programme has been designed for PGTs serving in Non-Government Aided Higher Secondary Schools under the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE), Odisha. A total of…
New Delhi: In an era where content floods every corner of the internet, and influence is often measured in clicks and views, the breakout session “The Business of Influence: Creators Shaping Global Culture” at WAVES 2025 stood out as a poignant reminder of the human stories behind the screens. Moderated by Gautam Anand, Vice President…
