The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) on Wednesday formally approved India’s bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games during its Special General Meeting (SGM). India has already submitted an Expression of Interest, with Ahmedabad proposed as the host city. The final bid proposals must be submitted by August 31. With Canada pulling out of the race, […]
The Met office has forecast heavy rainfall in Kolkata and adjoining areas from Wednesday, following the formation of a low-pressure area over the central Bay of Bengal. The system is drawing in moisture from the sea and is expected to intensify over the next 48 hours before moving towards the Bengal coast. Under its influence, […]
Chief Justice of India (CJI) BR Gavai on Wednesday said he would examine the ongoing matter relating to community dogs, following concerns over conflicting Supreme Court directions on the issue. The matter was mentioned before a bench headed by the CJI by advocate Nanita Sharma, who pointed out that two different benches of the apex […]
The Network Planning Group (NPG) on Wednesday reviewed seven infrastructure projects from the railways, roads, logistics, and textiles sectors, aligning them with the PM GatiShakti framework for integrated multimodal connectivity and improved logistics efficiency. The projects include three new railway lines, a road corridor in Madhya Pradesh, a multi-modal logistics park (MMLP) in Telangana, and […]
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj will host 210 Panchayat representatives from 28 States and Union Territories as Special Guests at the Independence Day celebrations at the Red Fort in New Delhi on August 15. They will be accompanied by their spouses and nodal officers, taking the total number of participants to 425. A felicitation ceremony […]
In a move to boost regional connectivity, Kuwait has introduced a visa-on-arrival (VoA) facility for all residents holding valid residency permits in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman. Effective immediately, expatriates can obtain a one-month tourist visa upon arrival at Kuwait International Airport or other entry points, […]
The Union Cabinet approved the National Mission on Natural Farming (NMNF), a standalone centrally sponsored scheme, on November 25, 2024, to be implemented until the 15th Finance Commission cycle (2025–26). The initiative aims to promote sustainable, climate-resilient agriculture and chemical-free food production, while reducing input costs and improving soil health. With a proposed outlay of […]
India’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Dr. Suhel Khan, who is also accredited to Yemen, met with Dr. Rashad al-Alimi, Chairman of Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council (PLC). Accompanied by Deputy Chief of Mission Shri Abu Mathen and First Secretary Shri Rishi Tripathi, Ambassador Khan discussed bilateral relations and issues of mutual interest, emphasizing India’s ongoing engagement […]
The Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) will launch the fourth edition of its Nationwide Digital Life Certificate (DLC) Campaign from November 1 to 30, said the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions on Wednesday. Under existing rules, pensioners are required to submit a Life Certificate every November to ensure continuation of their […]
Nihal Sarin claimed his first win at the Chennai Grand Masters 2025 on Sunday, defeating compatriot Arjun Erigaisi in Round 4 to end the latter’s unbeaten run. German grandmaster Vincent Keymer maintained his one-point lead at the top of the Masters standings after drawing with Dutch GM Anish Giri, extending his own undefeated streak to […]
