The weather agency has said that cold wave conditions at many places over Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan are likely today. Dense fog conditions are prevailing over North India as cold wave conditions continue in the region, affecting train and flight operations in several parts of the country. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) […]
The Employees’ State Insurance Scheme (ESIC) has reported the addition of 15.92 lakh new employees in November 2023, according to provisional payroll records, indicating a positive trend in job creation and enhanced social security measures. The growth in employment extends beyond individuals, with approximately 20,830 new establishments now registered under ESIC. This expansion widens the […]
In the latest report from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), passenger complaints in December 2023 were primarily related to flight issues and refund concerns among scheduled domestic airlines. Of the 712 total complaints, 61.8% were associated with flight problems, while 12.8% pertained to refund issues. Despite these challenges, airlines successfully resolved approximately 99% […]
After a video of passengers eating on the tarmac at Mumbai Airport went viral on social media, the Union Minister of Civil Aviation Sh Jyotiraditya Scindia held a meeting with all ministry officials at midnight yesterday. In the early hours of 16th January 2024, MoCA’s Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) issued show cause notices […]
India’s merchandise exports showed positive momentum in December, registering a 0.96% increase to USD 38.45 billion, up from USD 38.08 billion in the corresponding period in 2022. The growth was driven by key sectors, with engineering goods leading the way with a substantial 10.19% surge, reaching USD 10.04 billion. The gems & jewelry sector exhibited […]
India and Maldives have agreed to “fast-track the withdrawal of Indian military personnel” from the island nation, marking a significant development in their strained bilateral relationship. The decision came during the first meeting of the High-Level Core Group held in Male’ on January 14, 2024, established to address concerns and enhance cooperation between the two […]
PM Modi will dedicate to the nation three projects worth more than 4000 crore rupees, at a function to be held at Willingdon Island in Kochi. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going on a two-day visit to Andhra Pradesh and Kerala beginning today. He will inaugurate the new campus of the National Academy of Customs, […]
Shri Sheel Vardhan Singh, former IPS officer, having 37 years of distinguished service behind him takes the oath of Office and Secrecy as Member, UPSC this afternoon in the Central Hall, Main Building of UPSC. The oath was administered to her by the UPSC Chairman Dr Manoj Soni. Sheel Vardhan Singh is a seasoned Intelligence […]
The 54th annual meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) has commenced in Davos, Switzerland, convening leaders from around the world. Themed “Rebuilding Trust,” the meeting will run from January 15 to January 19. Over the next five days, discussions will span a wide range of topics, with a significant deployment of army, police, and […]
North Korea conducted a test of a new solid-fuel hypersonic missile with intermediate range, as reported by the state news agency KCNA on Monday. The move drew condemnation from the United States, South Korea, and Japan. According to KCNA, the launch aimed to assess the reliability of newly developed multi-stage, high-thrust solid-fuel engines and an […]
