This is the fifth edition of the annual cleanliness survey of the country. A total of 129 awards will be handed over to the top performing cities and states in the programme, titled “Swachh Mahotsav”. The Prime Minister will also be interacting with select beneficiaries, swachhagrahis and SafaiKarmis under the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban (SBM-U), from … Read more
Under the initiative, each player will be provided a sum of Rs 10,000. From this initiative, 61 athletes will receive this financial assistance and includes 30 junior women, 26 junior men, 4 senior women and 1 senior men core probable. “The ongoing battle with the Covid-19 pandemic has had an adverse impact on athletes who … Read more
Bengaluru : Digit Insurance, on a mission to make insurance simple in India, has announced a feature in its health insurance cover focusing on OPD expenses. Considering the increasing cases of flu, viral fever and other seasonal diseases amid COVID-19, Digit’s health insurance offers coverage for consultations and related expenses like medical tests, X-rays and pharmacy bills. Customers can … Read more
For this, agricultural export is extremely important as besides earning precious foreign exchange for the country, the exports help farmers/producers/exporters to take advantage of wider international market and increase their income. Exports have also resulted in increased production in agriculture sector by increasing area coverage and productivity. As per WTO’s Trade Statistics, share of India’s … Read more
“After weighing up all the factors involved and with the exceptional circumstances in which we are living, I have decided that I will not travel to New York to play the @usopen,” tweeted Halep, the current Wimbledon champion. “I always said I would put my health at the heart of my decision and I therefore prefer … Read more
According to the Disaster Management Department, a population of over 81 lakh spread over 1,311 panchayats in 130 blocks of 16 districts is reeling under intense floods. 10 relief camps are being run in flood affected areas, of which nine are in Samastipur and one in Khagadia. Apart from this, cooked food is being provided … Read more
He has been shifted to a COVID Centre as per protocol. He along with two other officials had reported back to NIS Patiala after availing leave and were quarantined as per guidelines of Local Health Department and tested for COVID-19 upon arrival. While the other two employees tested negative, the catering manager’s test results came … Read more
ARIIA is an initiative of the Ministry of Education to systematically rank higher education institutions and universities in India on indicators related to Innovation, Startup and Entrepreneurship Development amongst students and faculty. The Chairman of AICTE, Prof. Anil Sahasrabudhe, highlighted that the world is observing a noteworthy improvement in performance of India in Global Innovation … Read more
Mumbai: Axis Securities, a proud subsidiary of Axis Bank, announces the launch of Global Investing – a smart solution for Indian retail investors to add the best of US stocks to their portfolio. Axis Securities has partnered with Vested Finance, an online investment platform that enables Indian investors to invest in the US stock market. … Read more
“The new coach will be announced in the coming days as part of a wide ranging restructuring of the first team,” Barca said on Twitter. Setien was only appointed in January but has paid the price for Barca surrendering the La Liga title to Real Madrid and then being humiliated by Bayern Munich in the … Read more
According to a statement by Army Research and Referral Hospital, the former President continues to be on ventilator support and his vital paramaters are stable. Download App to read Latest News Today
Scientists have now achieved a similar feat by designing a metal mesh structure instead of continuous film on desired transparent substrates to make it a transparent shield for electromagnetic interference (EMI). The invisible shield can be used in various military stealth applications and can cover electromagnetic wave emitter or absorber devices without compromising their aesthetics. … Read more
A petition seeking transfer of PM Cares fund to National Disaster Relief Fund had been filed in the apex court. The SC also stated that there is no statutory prohibition in making any contribution by any person/institution to NDRF. Center can utilise PM cares fund and NDRF funds both for Covid relief. It also added … Read more
The President’s Office stated the order in a press communique on Tuesday. As per the order, Bhagat Singh Koshyari, Governor of Maharashtra will be discharging the functions of the Governor of Goa in addition to his own duties. Download App to read Latest News Today
The minister has tested negative for COVID-19. As per a press statement, he is comfortable and continuing his work from the hospital. Download App to read Latest News Today
It takes courage and perseverance to strike out along a path that has never been trodden before. Assigned with the task of developing the first ‘open-type’ wireless earbuds for the Galaxy line-up, the designers of the Galaxy Buds Live needed just this type of conviction to ensure they got the job done. The designers … Read more
ARIIA is an initiative of the Ministry of Education to systematically rank higher education institutions and universities in India on indicators related to Innovation, Startup and Entrepreneurship Development amongst students and faculty. The Chairman of AICTE, Prof. Anil Sahasrabudhe, highlighted that the world is observing a noteworthy improvement in performance of India in Global Innovation … Read more
It exploits lunar soil, and uses bacteria and guar beans to consolidate the soil into possible load-bearing structures. These “space bricks” could eventually be used to assemble structures for habitation on the moon’s surface, the researchers suggest. “It is really exciting because it brings two different fields — biology and mechanical engineering — together,” says … Read more
World number 31 Nishikori said he took the test and received the positive result on Sunday in Florida and will isolate himself despite few symptoms. He and his team plan more tests and a status update on Friday. “I have some unfortunate news,” Nishikori said in a statement posted on social media. “This morning, while … Read more
He tweeted: “What do you think should be discussed during this month’s #MannKiBaat, which will take place on the 30th? Record your message by dialing 1800-11-7800. You can also write on the NaMo App or MyGov. Looking forward to your ideas and inputs.” PM Modi’s monthly Mann Ki Baat is telecast on all networks of … Read more
Even with such a high level of testing, the positivity has remained low i.e. 8.81% compared to the weekly national average i.e. 8.84%. Aggressive testing has led to early identification and isolation of COVID-19 positive cases. This coupled with efficient clinical treatment brings the Fatality Rate down. In a tweet, the ministry stated that focused … Read more
Members of the Kayapo Mekranoti ethnic group set up a road block across highway BR-163, the main artery connecting Brazil’s mid-western agricultural heartland to the river ports of the Amazon. The blockade caused a long line of semi-trucks hauling corn and soybeans to form outside the town of Novo Progresso, in the state of Para. … Read more
The decision came as the Mauritian government vowed to seek compensation from the ship’s owner and insurer for “all losses and damages” related to the disaster. Tokyo has already dispatched one team of six experts, including a coastguard expert and diplomats, to aid in the response. The new team of seven experts is to leave … Read more
The popular Wuhan Maya Beach Water Park was filled with people frolicking in swimsuits and goggles for an electronic music festival, many perched on rubber dinghies or wading up to their chest in water. The water park reopened in June after Wuhan gradually opened up after a 76-day lockdown and strict restrictions to try and … Read more
New Delhi : The Supreme Court has dismissed the petition seeking postponement of JEE and NEET in view of Corona. During the hearing on Monday, the National Testing Agency told the Supreme Court that all precautionary measures related to Corona will be taken for the examination. After this assurance, the court ordered the dismissal of … Read more
Bijnor : The National Backward Commission has issued a notice to the state government regarding the issue of reservation of 69 thousand teachers in Uttar Pradesh. During this time the government will also have to submit class wise selection list. Due to lack of transparency in the selection list of teachers for recruitment in Uttar … Read more
The Vice President, Shri M Venkaiah Naidu today emphasized that research at IITs and other higher education institutes must be relevant to society and focus on finding solutions to various problems faced by mankind from climate change to health issues. Inaugurating the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations of Delhi IIT through a video conference, he said Indian … Read more
A series of initiatives were announced by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs here today, which included the Tribal Health and Nutrition Portal ‘Swasthya’ and e-newsletter on health and nutrition ALEKH; opening of National Overseas Portal and National Tribal Fellowship Portal. Present during the occasion were Union Minister of Tribal Affairs Shri Arjun Munda, Minister of … Read more
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana, is a flagship program of Govt. of India for providing connectivity to unconnected habitations, based on census 2001. In the UTs of J&K and Ladakh, all unconnected habitations of population above 250, are eligible under the program. In the UT of Jammu & Kashmir, 3,261 roads of length of 19,277 … Read more
Vice President of India, Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu inaugurated the year-long Diamond Jubilee celebrations of IIT Delhi via video conferencing on Monday in the presence of Union HRD Minister Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ . On this occasion, Vice President of India released the Diamond Jubilee logo and the institute’s strategy document- ‘IIT Delhi- Setting the … Read more
As part of Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, announced by the Government, Partial Credit Guarantee Scheme (PCGS) 2.0 was launched on 20.05.2020 to provide Portfolio Guarantee for purchase of Bonds or Commercial Papers (CPs) with a rating of AA and below issued by NBFCs/HFCs/ MFIs by Public Sector Banks (PSBs). It was envisaged to purchase Bonds/ CPs of Rs. 45,000 crore … Read more
“Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) is focused on enhancing forest quality and increasing tree cover for maximizing carbon stock.”, said the Union Environment Minister, Shri Prakash Javadekarat the States Forest Minister’s Conference held in New Delhi. Minister of State in the Environment Ministry, Shri Babul Supriyo, other officials in the Ministry, Chief … Read more
Shri R.K. Singh,President of the ISA Assembly and Union Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy (IC) and Skill Development & Entrepreneurship, today shared details of the First World Solar Technology Summit being organized by ISA on a virtual platform on September 08, 2020. The objective of the event is to bring … Read more
Union Minister of Minority Affairs Shri Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi today said here that pandemic peril has proved to be a positive period of “Care, Commitment and Confidence” for Indians, which has set an example for the entire humanity across the world. While flagging off a mobile clinic, equipped with latest health care facilities, given by … Read more
Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has constructed a 180-feet bailey bridge in Jauljibi sector of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand in less than three weeks despite frequent landslides and heavy rains. The 50-metre span concrete bridge was completely washed out on July 27, 2020 when cloudburst hit the area and the nallas and rivers were flooded. This caused a … Read more
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the people on the occasion of Malayalam New Year. “As the month of Chingam commences, my greetings to everyone, especially my Malayali sisters and brothers. I pray that the coming year brings with it success, good health and prosperity for all”, the Prime Minister said. Download App … Read more
Union Minister for Road Transport, Highways and MSMEs Shri Nitin Gadkari laid the foundation stones for 13 highway projects and inaugurated a Road safety project in the North-Eastern State of Manipur through video conference today. Chief Minister Shri N Biren Singh presided over the virtual function, attended by MoS (I/c) for DONER and PMO Dr … Read more
The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) has issued the Audit Quality Review Report (AQRR) of the Statutory Audit for the year 2017-18 of IL&FS Financial Services Limited (IFIN). The statutory auditor for this engagement was BSR & Associates LLP (BSR). The AQR was conducted pursuant to Section 132(2)(b) of the Companies Act, 2013, and NFRA Rules, … Read more
Atal Rankings of Institutions on Innovation Achievements (ARIIA) 2020 will be announced by the Vice-President of India Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu on 18th day of August 2020 in esteemed presence of Union Minister for HRD, Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ and Union Minister of State for HRD Shri Sanjay Shamrao Dhotre. The announcement ceremony will be virtual … Read more
The Ministry of Tourism’s Independence Day themed Webinars conducted as part of the Deko Apna Desh webinar series concluded in a grand manner with a webinar dedicated to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel -Architect of United India on 15th August 2020. Due to the ongoing pandemic the Ministry of Tourism this year chose to Salute the nation on … Read more
Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) celebrated its 56th Foundation Day today. A series of online events were organized at the regional centers across the country and also at the headquarters here in Delhi. The Foundation Day Lecture was delivered by Shri Amit Khare, Secretary, Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education and M/o Information … Read more
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of Pandit Jasraj Ji. “The unfortunate demise of Pandit Jasraj Ji leaves a deep void in the Indian cultural sphere. Not only were his renditions outstanding, he also made a mark as an exceptional mentor to several other vocalists. Condolences to his family and admirers … Read more
The National Expert Group on Vaccine Administration today met leading domestic vaccine manufactures- Serum Institute of India, Pune; Bharat Biotech, Hyderabad; Zydus Cadila, Ahmedabad; Gennova Biopharmaceuticals, Pune; and Biological E, Hyderabad. The meeting was mutually beneficial and productive. It provided the National Expert Group with inputs about the present stage of various candidate vaccines being … Read more
Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah has expressed grief on demise of renowned classical singer Pandit Jasraj. In a tweet Shri Amit Shah said that “Sangeet Martand Pandit Jasraj ji was an incredible artist who enriched Indian classical music with his magical voice. His demise feels like a personal loss. He will remain in our … Read more
In the UTs of J&K and Ladakh, all unconnected habitations of population above 250, are eligible under the program. In the UT of Jammu & Kashmir, 3,261 roads of length of 19,277 km and 243 bridges have been sanctioned, out of which 1858 roads of length 11,517 km and 84 bridges have been completed. Similarly, … Read more
With 7,31,697 tests conducted in the last 24 hours, India is on its resolved drive to increase its testing capacity to 10 lakh tests daily. Building on this achievement, the Tests Per Million (TPM) have seen a sharp increase to 21,769. While the cumulative testing rose from 1.2 crore on 14th July 2020 to 3.0 … Read more
On the occasion, Vice President of India released the Diamond Jubilee logo and the institute’s strategy document- ‘IIT Delhi- Setting the Vision and Direction for 2030’. While addressing the participants, M Venkaiah Naidu emphasized that research at IITs and other higher education institutes must be relevant to society and focus on finding solutions to various … Read more
Minister of State in the Environment Ministry, Babul Supriyo, other officials in the Ministry, Chief Ministers of the State of Arunachal Pradesh and Goa, Deputy Chief Ministers and 24 Forest Ministers from various States participated in the four-hour long meeting held via video conferencing. Addressing the meeting, Javadekar said that, “We have taken many initiatives … Read more
This achievement has further spurred India’s Recovery Rate to cross the 72% milestone. This is the result of successful and coordinated implementation of an effective containment strategy, aggressive and comprehensive testing coupled with standardized clinical management of the critical patients. India has followed a Standard of Care protocol for the differentiated categorisation of COVID-19 patients- … Read more
The meeting was mutually beneficial and productive. It provided the National Expert Group with inputs about the present stage of various candidate vaccines being developed by the indigenous manufacturers as well as their expectations from the Union Government. Download App to read Latest News Today