Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated a series of development projects valued at over Rs 17,300 crores in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu, on Wednesday, marking a significant stride towards enhancing the region’s socio-economic landscape. One of the key initiatives inaugurated by PM Modi is the Outer Harbor Container Terminal at V.O. Chidambaranar Port, aimed at transforming the […]
Celebrated every year on February 28, National Science Day commemorates the discovery of “Raman Effect” by Indian Physicist Sir C.V. Raman in 1928 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended greetings on National Science Day, highlighting the government’s commitment to nurturing research and innovation among the youth. In a video posted on social media platform […]
The Central Electricity Authority (CEA), under the Ministry of Power, is preparing to host the fourth edition of ‘Lineman Diwas’ in New Delhi on March 4. The annual event is dedicated to honouring the linemen and ground maintenance staff who play a crucial role in ensuring uninterrupted electricity distribution across the nation. Themed ‘Seva, Suraksha, […]
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is set to recognize Acharya Lokesh Muni, the founder of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti and the World Peace Center, as the ‘Global Jain Peace Ambassador’ at an event in Karnataka on Wednesday. The Jain pilgrim center, Navagraha Tirtha Kshetra, in Hubli Varur, Karnataka, is organizing the event today. The recognition is […]
New Zealand fast bowler Neil Wagner has decided to bring the curtain down on his illustrious 64-Test career for the Blackcaps, formally announcing his retirement from international cricket. Wagner, a left-arm pacer, leaves the Test arena as the fifth-highest wicket-taker in New Zealand’s history. The 37-year-old made this emotional decision following a challenging conversation with […]
New Zealand will repeal on Tuesday a world-first law banning tobacco sales for future generations, the government said, even while researchers and campaigners warned of the risk that people could die as a result. Set to take effect from July, the toughest anti-tobacco rules in the world would have banned sales to those born after […]
The thirteenth Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO) began on a positive note in Abu Dhabi with Comoros and Timor Leste joining the WTO on the opening day, supported by India, signaling the organization’s expansion as it approaches its 30th anniversary. Central to the conference discussions were deliberations on the future trajectory of […]
U.S. President Joe Biden expressed optimism on Monday for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza, aiming for it to commence by next Monday. Negotiations in Qatar, focusing on both a ceasefire and the release of hostages, have seen progress, with proximity talks indicating advanced negotiations. Biden conveyed hope for a ceasefire within days, […]
Trade ministers from around the world are facing crucial talks over the next few days as the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) 13th Ministerial Conference continues in Abu Dhabi. The conference, which began on Monday and is scheduled to run until Thursday, has fisheries and agriculture at the forefront of discussions today, with expectations of tough […]
“India of the 21st century, is today surprising the world with its potential. In the last 10 years, we have launched about 400 satellites, whereas 10 years before that, only 33 satellites were launched,” said PM Modi. PM Narendra Modi who arrived in Kerala on Tuesday reviewed the progress on the Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme […]
