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India’s R&D spending doubles over the last decade, reaching Rs. 1.27 lakh crore: Jitendra Singh

India’s Gross Expenditure on Research and Development (GERD) has more than doubled over the past decade, rising from Rs. 60,196 crore in 2013-14 to Rs. 1.27 lakh crore, according to Union Minister Jitendra Singh. Speaking at the DISHA event at the India Habitat Centre on Monday, the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science […]

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BCCI mourns passing of Mumbai spinner Padmakar Shivalkar

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) expressed deep sorrow over the demise of former Ranji Trophy star and a stalwart of Mumbai cricket Padmakar Shivalkar, who passed away due to age-related issues on Monday. Shivalkar’s name is etched in the annals of the Ranji Trophy, where he enjoyed an illustrious career spanning […]

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PM Modi inaugurates Vantara animal rescue center during Gujarat visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated Vantara, an animal rescue, conservation, and rehabilitation centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat, where he spent time interacting with a variety of rescued animals. The visit underscored his deep commitment to wildlife protection and conservation efforts. The inauguration was attended by Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani, along with Nita Ambani, Anant […]

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Odisha Deputy CM: over 98 lakh women benefited from Subhadra scheme, more aid to follow

Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Women and Child Development, Pravati Parida, emphasized the impact of the Subhadra Scheme, noting that over 98 lakh women have already benefitted from it. She announced that additional support would be provided on Thursday, with a major financial disbursement set for International Women’s Day on March 8. “We […]

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Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has lashed out at Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed for her remarks on Rohit Sharma, calling them “shameful and pathetic.”

During India’s Champions Trophy Group A clash against New Zealand on Sunday, the Congress spokesperson took to X (formerly Twitter) to blatantly call the Indian captain “fat.” “Rohit Sharma is fat for a sportsman! Needs to lose weight! And, of course, the most unimpressive captain India has ever had,” Shama said in a post on […]

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PM Modi congratulates Austria’s new Chancellor Christian Stocker

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday congratulated Christian Stocker on being sworn in as Austria’s new Federal Chancellor and expressed his eagerness to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations. Stocker officially took office after being sworn in at Hofburg on Monday, marking the end of Austria’s prolonged political uncertainty. His appointment comes as part […]