“The new education policy of India is also going to have sports as a part of education (and) sports not as extra-curricular activities,” Rijiju said during the inaugural session of the ”International Webinar on Olympism and Olympic Education in the 21st century”. “I always believe in that, education is one, sports is one. It is the same.” Rijiju said that …

The IoT-based BIN-19 (Internet of Things) is used for collecting and disinfecting Used Face-Mask. The device has been subjected to a series of successful microbiological tests by Sree Chitra Lab. Sree Chitra is one of the testing agency for UV based devices in the country as per the guidelines of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). Launching the BIN-19 …

ICMR conducted the first sero-survey for COVID19 in May 2020 in collaboration with state health departments, NCDC and WHO India. The study was conducted in 83 districts covering 28,595 households and 26,400 individuals. The study has two parts out of which the primary task of estimating the fraction of population who has been infected with SARS-CoV-2 in general population has …

Vedanta Cares, a unique digital initiative was recently launched where Chairman Anil Agarwal acknowledged & encouraged the COVID warriors, who collaborated with the company in combating COVID 19 through community initiatives across 7 locations. Vedanta instituted a special Chairman’s Award to honor their partners, where Mr. Agarwal personally acknowledged each partner company and NGO who contributed significantly to Vedanta’s efforts …

‘Exit grant only for pass holders’ Udaipur : 24-hours checkposts at each police station limit area have been laid and staff from the medical, education and administrative department other than cops are deployed at the Ratanpur checkpost -the Rajasthan-Gujarat border to ‘regulate’ the controlled movement of people under the new guidelines issued by the state government a day ago. Considering …

All 36 Districts are affected in the State. Dr Harsh Vardhan personally interacted and reviewed the status of COVID-19 and its management with districts of Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Nashik, Palghar, Nagpur and Aurangabad, while all the districts were connected during the VC. At the outset, Dr. S. K. Singh, Director, NCDC made a presentation on COVID-19 status in Maharashtra highlighting …

Udaipur. In its pursuit to provide the best customer experience based on the changing needs and customer expectations, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced the introduction of two new service offerings to ensure convenience and ease- Flexible EMI Option & Toyota Official Whatsapp.  The newly announced, flexible EMI option is aimed at assisting customers in realizing their car buying aspirations …

Udaipur : A youth was arrested for allegedly raping and blackmailing a girl with her objectionable pictures in Lasani village under Deogarh police station limits of Rajsamand district on Monday . Since the girl was duped into a physical relationship when she was yet a minor, the case has been registered under sections of POCSO Act too. Two of his aides …

Placing the Taka 5.68 lakh crore budget proposal in the parliament, the Finance Minister outlined the four pronged strategy of the government to achieve this ambitious target. The strategy includes discouraging luxury expenditure and priority to job creation in government expenditure, creation of loan facilities at subsidized interest rate, expanding social safety net and increasing money supply while balancing the …

Udaipur : The DS Group’s signature CSR project, ‘Water Economic Zone’, has been awardedcertificate of recognition in the‘Water Conservation’category by India CSR,recognizing the excellence in corporate social responsibility in 8th edition of India CSR awards.The recognition was bestowed to the Group for its integrated watershed development project, Water Economic Zone, in Alsigarh and Kurabad region of Rajasthan, near Udaipur. The …

The 30-share BSE Sensex tumbled 708.68 points, or 2.07 per cent, to close at 33,538.37. Similarly, the broader NSE Nifty tanked 214.15 points, or 2.12 per cent, to 9,902. Global markets crashed after the Federal Reserve said the US faces a “long road” to recovery, even as concerns mounted about a second wave of coronavirus cases. The central bank projected …

  Unlike in the past when cellphones had physical buttons and a limited number of features, smartphones now offer a wide range of functions that we access by interacting with our devices’ touchscreens. However, using the same component that serves as the device’s viewing medium for the primary input tool can sometimes present difficulties for users. This is where the …

Union Minister also said, PSBs have sanctioned loans worth 24 thousand 260 crore rupees under the 100 per cent Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme including the disbursed amount. Maximum disbursements were made by the State Bank of India followed by Canara Bank. SBI disbursed more than seven thousand five hundred crore rupees whereas Canara bank disbursed 814 crore rupees. Public …

Defence sources said the Pakistan Army opened fire and shelled civilian areas and forward posts in the Nowshera sector this morning. Indian troops guarding the border gave a befitting reply. This is the fourth consecutive day of firing and shelling by the Pakistan Army. On Wednesday also, several houses were damaged as Pakistani troops opened fire and shelled mortars in …

Large number of doctors and healthcare professionals have been reporting Corona infection in Bangladesh since its outbreak on March 8. The committee in its 9th meeting on Thursday also suggested that lockdown should cover as much of the hotspots as possible to contain the spread of the Coronavirus. The 17 member Technical Advisory Committee recommended an increase in the scope …

Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore has bagged the second position and IIT Delhi is in the third position. Miranda House has been chosen as the best college, followed by Lady Shri Ram and Hindu College. IISc, Bangalore has topped universities category in the rankings, followed by Jawaharlal Nehru University and Benares Hindu University. 

The Minister urged everyone to participate in My Life My Yoga, the video blogging contest announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In his Mann Ki Baat programme on the 31st of last month, PM Modi had said that the world has shown keen interest Yoga and Ayurveda amidst the Corona pandemic. The competition is being run jointly by Ministry of AYUSH and …

Addressing the Industry heads, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, the country is fighting multiple challenges on many fronts.  PM affirmed that these odds have further strengthened the determination of the country. Highlighting the importance of Atma Nirbhar Bharat, PM said, the country is determined to convert the challenges into an opportunity and termed self-reliance as the key solution to pave path …

The warning message issued by the Met Department of Bangladesh on Thursday morning said that a low pressure area has formed over the East Central Bay and West Central Bay which may cause squally weather over the north bay and adjoining coastal areas of Bangladesh. It warned all fishing boats and trawlers in this area to come close to the …

In a tweet, Union Minister Prakash Javadekar expressed happiness that the population of the majestic Lion increased by almost 29 percent and distribution area is up by 36 percent. The Minister said multiple strategies, interventions and community participation were major contributors to the current conservation success of the Indian lions. Earlier, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that this is powered …

It has forecast a 5 percent contraction in the GDP in the ongoing financial year. Fitch Ratings said after the global crisis, India’s GDP growth is likely to return to higher levels than ‘BBB’ category peers. To support the economy, the Reserve Bank of India has eased monetary policy by cutting policy rates and providing liquidity through long-term repo operations. …

The Minister advised that necessary consultations with Line Ministries and  Departments in this regard may be completed on a priority basis. Union Minister said that timely issue of the  guidelines would benefit employees of the Central Secretariat in adhering to the Prime Minister’s call for “Do Gaz Doori” and social distancing.  The Ministry said that DARPG said one lakh public …

According to Johns Hopkins University’s Center for Systems Science and Engineering (CSSE), the total number of cases stood at 72 lakh 44 thousand 108, while the death toll increased to 4 lakh 11 thousand 260. The US continues to be at top with 19 lakh 79 thousand 411 confirmed cases and deaths at 1 lakh 11 thousand 989. After the …

The two leaders discussed the COVID-19 pandemic. They agreed to continue the ongoing cooperation for helping each other’s expatriates and facilitating their evacuation. Prime Minister conveyed India’s commitment for further strengthening its relationship with Cambodia, an important member of ASEAN with shared civilizational and cultural ties with India. The leaders reviewed the robust development partnership between both countries, including capacity …

The naval ship had embarked its journey from Port of Bandar Abbas in Iran on Monday evening under the Operation Samudra Setu of Indian Navy. Defence Officials said most of the evacuees are fishermen from Valsad district. In view of the Covid 19 pandemic, the evacuated personnel will be entrusted to the care of State authorities after reaching Porbandar.

The Health Ministry said, one lakh 35 thousand 205 patients have recovered and the total number of active cases is one lakh 33 thousand 632. The recovery rate now stands at 48.88 per cent. In the last 24 hours, as many as five thousand 991 patients were cured of COVID-19. The Ministry said, Central Teams are being deputed to provide …

In a tweet, PM Modi said, he had an excellent conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about how India and Israel can collaborate in -COVID world. PM Modi had a telephonic discussion with his Israel counterpart yesterday. He reiterated his congratulations for Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent assumption of office, and expressed confidence that the India-Israel partnership will continue to flourish …

The leaders discussed the potential areas in which India and Israel could expand their cooperation in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, including research and development efforts in the fields of vaccines, therapeutics and diagnostics.  They agreed to maintain the ongoing exchanges between expert teams of both countries, and also concurred that the fruits of such collaboration should be made …

Several thousand people have shifted to safer places and the 12 relief camps set up by the OIL. Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on Wednesday telephoned Prime Minister Narendra Modi and apprised him about the latest developments regarding “oil well explosion incident”. “The Prime Minister assured all help towards the people in the affected area,” an Assam government release said. …

In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “Two very good news: Population of the majestic Asiatic Lion, living in Gujarat’s Gir Forest, is up by almost 29%. Geographically, distribution area is up by 36%. Kudos to the people of Gujarat and all those whose efforts have led to this excellent feat. Over the last several years, the Lion population in …

The Bundesliga was first. The Premier League and the Italian league should be next in the coming weeks. The Spanish league will kickstart in empty stadiums on Thursday with the popular Seville derby between Sevilla and Real Betis, though the season will officially resume on Wednesday with the second half of a second-division game between Rayo Vallecano and Albacete, which …

Out of the 108 consignments that landed at Mumbai, 32 belong to overseas entities “controlled” by Modi while the rest are of Mehul Choksi firms Both the businessmen are being probed by the ED under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) in connection with an over USD 2 billion alleged bank fraud at a PNB branch in Mumbai The …

Also, the number of tests conducted by ICMR has exceeded 50 lakhs; it stands at 50,61,332 today. In the last 24 hours, ICMR has tested 1,45,216 samples. ICMR has continued to ramp up the testing capacity for detecting the Novel Coronavirus in the infected persons. The number of government labs has been increased to 590 and private labs has been …

Country’s election commission said the relevant gazette notification for election date has been sent for printing. Sri Lanka’s parliament was dissolved on March 2nd and parliamentary polls were initially to be held on April 25 but had to be postponed due to the outbreak of COVID-19. Later, the election commission shifted the date to June 20 but it was again …

In addition, the government has decided to regulate and control intra-state traffic. Now, people entering via air, rail or bus route will have to take permission from the government. Director General of Police M.L. Lather issued orders and directed that no person should be allowed to enter the state or go to another state without permission. Only such persons are …

Don’t we all want to simplify our complex lives? Don’t we crave work-life balance, and someone to take the ‘work’ out of housework? Samsung’s AI-enabled and smart home appliances can do just that for you, making short work of managing workout routines, cooking meals, driving in the city and even sleeping and getting up on time! Samsung home appliances’ seamless …

Laying out his vision for the reconstruction of the shrine, Prime Minister said that the state Government should envision and design development projects for holy sites like Kedarnath and Badrinath in a way and manner that stands the test of time and is yet eco-friendly and in harmony with nature and its surroundings. Keeping in mind the present situation and …

Finance Ministry has said that the decision has been taken to encourage use of domestic bamboo under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat scheme. The 25 per cent customs duty rate shall now uniformly apply to any import of bamboo, including by traders. Government said, uniform rate will help in avoiding misuse and rate-related disputes. This measure is seen to benefit farmers and MSME …

A cordon-and-search operation was launched in the Sugoo area of Shopian in south Kashmir in the morning on receiving specific information about the presence of militants in the area, a police official said. He said the operation turned into an encounter after the militants fired upon a search party of the forces, who retaliated. Three militants were killed in the …

It has also been directed that all the CGHS empanelled hospitals, which are not notified as COVID hospitals, shall not deny treatment facilities or admission to CGHS beneficiaries and shall charge as per CGHS norms, for all other treatments. Ministry said that action will be taken in case of violation of the guidelines. In this regard, the Ministry has issued …

Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla held a meeting with the secretary generals of both Houses and other officials on Tuesday to review the options available and the feasibility of holding a regular monsoon session in which MPs are physically present.  The officials informed the two presiding officers that if social distancing norms are followed, …

On Wednesday tracking gains in index-heavyweights amid sustained foreign fund inflows. After opening at 34,205, the 30-share index was trading 203 points, or 0.60 per cent, higher at 34,159. Similarly, NSE Nifty advanced 55 points, or 0.55 per cent, to 10,102. In the previous session, the BSE barometer settled 414 points or 1.20 per cent lower at 33,957 and the broader …

During the last 24 hours, five thousand 991 people have cured from this virus. This is the first time when number of those recovered overtakes the active Corona cases in India. Total active cases in the country is 1,33,632. Health and Family Welfare Ministry said, 9,985 new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in the last 24 hours taking the …

The tickets can be booked from Air India website only. The national carrier has asked applicants to ensure that they are registered with Local Indian Embassy or the High Commission, as it is a pre-requisite to board flight under the Vande Bharat Mission. Last week more than 22 thousand tickets were sold within a short span of 15 hours when …

Named ‘Shohojodha’, the initiative has been launched by the ICT division of the government of Bangladesh in collaboration with Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), a2i innovation lab and eGeneration to facilitate collection and distribution of plasma from patients who have recovered from Coronavirus. Launching the network through a virtual programme on Tuesday, the State ICT Minister Zunaid Ahmad Palak …

A labour Ministry statement said, to enhance the ease of living experience of its members during the challenging times of COVID-19 lockdown, EPFO has left no stone unturned in ensuring timely and effective delivery of services to its members. Respecting the social distancing norms at workplace, EPFO worked with less than 50 per cent staff during the lockdown. Notwithstanding the …

In a meeting held on Tuesday with the head of the banks, she lauded their efforts for achieving sanctions of over 20 thousand crore rupees under the Atmanirbhar Package within a short span of time. The Finance Minister advised bank officials to maintain proactive outreach at branch level and make loan forms and formalities simple. Finance Minister exhorted all public sector banks …

Railway Ministry has requested the State Governments to indicate their requirements about Shramik Special trains. Railway Board Chairman Vinod Kumar Yadav said that Indian Railways will provide the desired number of Shramik Special trains immediately within 24 hours of the request made by the State Governments. Railways has also assured that it will provide additional Shramik Special trains for any …

During the talk on Tuesday, the steps being taken by the two governments to address the challenges arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic were discussed at length. Both the leaders appreciated the efforts made to ensure the welfare of their citizens in each other’s territory during the ongoing health crisis. The Philippines President also appreciated the steps taken by India …

The GoM Chairman Dr Harsh Vardhan said that India is in a much better place than rest of the world but there was no scope for complacency. The GoM was also apprised about the growing medical infrastructure in the country. It was informed that as of 9th June, the COVID related health infrastructure was strengthened with the availability of 958 …