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Due to efforts of CSIR constituent laboratory, Institute of Himalayan Bioresource Technology (IHBT), Palampur, a historical shift in farming practices is in the offing with farmers of the remote Lahaul valley in Himachal Pradesh taking up cultivation of asafoetida (Heeng) to utilize vast expanses of waste land in the cold desert conditions of the region. CSIR-IHBT brought … Read more
Union Minister of Minority Affairs Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi today said here that Haj 2021 will depend on national-international Protocol Guidelines due to Pandemic Position. While chairing Haj 2021 review meeting in New Delhi, Naqvi said that Haj 2021 is scheduled for June-July 2021, but the final decision regarding Haj 2021 will be taken in due … Read more
Union Minister of State for Agriculture Parshottam Rupala today launched AYUSHMAN SAHAKAR, a unique scheme to assist cooperatives play an important role in creation of healthcare infrastructure in the country formulated by the apex autonomous development finance institution under the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC). Rupala announced that … Read more
Union DoNER Minister of State (I/C) Dr Jitendra Singh has invited the British Government and the private sector for exploiting huge business potential in North Eastern Region of India. In a virtual meeting with officials of British High Commission, he said India and the UK, the two vibrant democracies enjoy a mutually rewarding business relationship … Read more
To address societal challenges through digital innovation, NITI Aayog today announced the establishment of a Frontier Technologies Cloud Innovation Center (CIC) with Amazon Web Services (AWS)—the first of its kind in India. This CIC is part ofthe AWS CIC Global Program, which provides an opportunity for government agencies, non-profits, and educational institutions, to come together on … Read more
Swami Vivekananda used to tell everybody, we are supposed to learn till our death and the experienced world is the best educator. This was stated by the Union Minister of Education Dr Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank today while speaking in a webinar organised by Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda Educational and Research Institute (RKMVERI) on ‘Swami Vivekananda’s Educational … Read more
Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju met the members of the Indian Judo team at his residence ahead of their departure to Hungary for the Budapest Grand Slam which contributes to the Olympic qualification, to be held between October 23 and October 25. The contingent comprises of five judokas and coach Jiwan Sharma. The Sports Minister wished … Read more
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered the keynote address at Grand Challenges Annual Meeting 2020. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said the future will be shaped by societies that invest in science and innovation. He said the benefits of science and innovation can be reaped at the right time by investing in it well … Read more
Florida is widely seen as a must-win for President Donald Trump, whose path to victory becomes razor-thin if he loses the southern state. Meanwhile, Joe Biden and Trump would be debating for a final time on Thursday in Nashville, Tennessee.
Frontline health workers around the world have borne the brunt of the coronavirus crisis. More than 500 doctors have died from COVID-19 in India – the world’s second-worst hit nation – as infections near 8 million, straining the country’s weak and underfunded public health system. “The recirculation of the air by the centralized air-conditioning systems … Read more
Finance Minister said this while addressing a Video Conference with Secretaries of the Ministries of Petroleum & Natural Gas and ministry of Coal, along with the CMDs of 14 CPSEs belonging to these Ministries. The Minister reviewed the capital expenditure of CPSEs in this financial year. On Monday was the fourth in the ongoing series of … Read more
Releasing the data in Beijing on Monday, Chinese National Bureau Spokeswoman Liu Aihua, said that the world’s second-largest economy grew 0.7% in the first nine months from a year earlier. However, she said that economy is still in the process of recovery. Experts believe that China has shown some signs of recovery from a record … Read more
The contingent comprises of five judokas and coach Jiwan Sharma. The Sports Minister wished the contingent luck for the tournament and said preparations are in place to ensure that a strong talent pool emerges for the 2024 and 2028 Olympics, “The team is leaving for Hungary today and I am hopeful that some of the … Read more
China’s Industry ministry said this in a statement on Monday after Xiao Yaqing, China’s Minister of Industry and Information Technology, held a video meeting with a delegation of US-China Business Council which included heads of many US companies including Qualcomm Inc and General Motors. During the meeting, Xiao also tried to project good market prospects … Read more
Confederation of Indian industry (CII) organised a Virtual Conference on ‘Water: Role of Technology Towards Smart Farming’ today as part of CII India International Food & Agri Week 2020. The Conference aimed to understand the importance of agricultural sustainability focusing on technologies, process and data analytics enabling to take holistic, integrated and informed decision. Gajendra Singh … Read more
Udaipur : With the arrest of seven people, Udaipur police claimed to have solved the 2 crore worth loot mystery, on Monday, after six days of the incident. Police said the notorious Madrasi gang commonly known as Anna gang committed the act with the help of locals from Udaipur, Chittorgarh and Rajsamand. Failed business, poor financial … Read more
Udaipur : Mangalam Cement Limited, one of the leading cement manufactures launched environment friendly premium quality cement- Mangalam PromaxX- in agrand virtual launch event. Since inceptionMangalam Cement Limited has implemented strategies and initiatives to address the global environmental issues, more particularly, climate change. Having established a strong presence in India as a socially responsible corporate, the … Read more
Udaipur : The Board of Directors of HDFC Bank Limited approved the Bank’s (Indian GAAP) results for the quarter and half year ended September 30, 2020, at their meeting held in Mumbai on Saturday, October 17, 2020. The accounts have been subjected to an audit by the statutory auditors of the Bank. STANDALONE FINANCIAL RESULTS: Profit & Loss Account: Quarter ended September … Read more
Udaipur : Over 3 lakh sellers out of which ~60% coming from Tier 2 and beyond have enabled festive cheers to 250mn + consumers across India this Big Billion Days. Fuelled by affordability and value purchasing, The Big Billions Days has seen India pivoting to meet consumer demand that caters to the ‘new normal’. This … Read more
Udaipur: The Indian Institute of Management Udaipur (IIMU) invites applications for the one-year MBA in Global Supply Chain Management for experienced professionals. As India is poised to become a Global Supply Chain Hub, there is an increasing need for business managers who can manage complex supply chains spanning multiple nations that are essential for the global … Read more
AL AIN : Al Ain Zoo has established a solid foundation for digitization, and remote working standards in line with the highest standards of cyber security and guaranteeing business continuity, all while ensuring staff health and safety, amidst the ongoing challenges presented by Covid-19. Commenting on this, Hazza Mohammed Al Houqani, Senior Engineer IT Support … Read more
‘The Innovation of the Year’ Award Trophy for Samsung’s Good Vibes App Samsung’s Good Vibes, an app that enables people suffering from Usher syndrome to communicate effortlessly, has won ‘The Innovation of the Year’ award at the Brand Equity Marketing Awards 2020. The award recognizes meaningful innovations that touch and transform the lives of … Read more
GCAM has fostered international innovation collaborations to address challenges in health and development for the last 15 years. The GCAM 2020 will bring together policymakers and scientific leaders, calling for deepened scientific collaborations in solving global health problems, with great emphasis on COVID-19 with an “India for the World” framing. Co-Chair of Bill and Melinda … Read more
First-plantation of Heeng was done in Lahaul and Spiti in Himachal Pradesh, by Dr. Sanjay Kumar Director CSIR-IHBT. Heeng (asafoetida) is one of the widely used spices in Indian cuisine since time immemorial. There is no production of heeng in India and currently about 1,200 tons of raw heeng worth Rs 600 crore is being … Read more
For the polling to be held on 3rd November,in this phase, 1514 nomination papers have been found valid in scrutiny. For the third phase of elections in 78 constituencies the nomination process has reached its last leg. Nomination process will come to an end tomorrow. Candidates of various parties are reaching their respective RO offices to … Read more
Samsung, India’s largest and most trusted consumer electronics brand, today announced the launch of an interactive e-catalogue for its diverse portfolio of products aimed at providing a safe and enhanced buying experience for consumers. It is also a step towards the Company contributing to the environment by reducing usage of printed brochures. Through the … Read more
MSME Ministry has now written to top management of over 2800 corporates by name to make payment of pending dues of MSMEs in this month itself. Last month, It may be noted, Ministry of MSME had written to Top 500 corporates of India about the pending payments of MSMEs. Ministry has said that very good … Read more
The Governor of Karnataka, along with other dignitaries of the University, were present on the occasion. Members of Syndicate and Academic Council, MPs, MLAs, MLCs, Statutory Officers, District Officers, Former Vice Chancellors of the University and students & parents will witness the Convocation online. About the University The University of Mysore was established on … Read more
The 3-day exercise will continue till 21st October. The Sri Lanka Navy will be represented by SLN Ships Sayura and Gajabahu led by Rear Admiral Bandara Jayathilaka, the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Fleet, Sri Lanka Navy. Indigenously built ASW corvettes Kamorta and Kiltan under the command of Rear Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern … Read more
Health Ministry said 22 States and Union Territories have less than 20,000 active cases. Only 3 are reporting more than 50,000 active caseload
The Japanese star took 56 minutes to get the better of the Olympic gold medallist Spaniard in two games 21-19, 21-17, at Odense. With reigning world champion PV Sindhu of India opting to sit out the event, two of her biggest rivals made it through to the final. In the men’s singles final, world … Read more
The vote is a test of democracy in the country that has been led by an unelected conservative interim government since late last year and will set its political course beyond Morales, whose shadow still looms large over the country. “The vote is set to be the most important since Bolivia returned to democracy in … Read more
The truce agreed on Saturday came into force at midnight (2000 GMT) after a week-old Russian-brokered ceasefire failed to halt the worst fighting in the South Caucasus since the 1990s. At least 750 people have been killed since fighting began on Sept. 27. At 1010 GMT, the Azeri defence ministry said the Aghdam region, adjacent … Read more
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said a six-month extension of the Group of 20 major economies’ freeze in official bilateral payments would help low-income countries hammered by the COVID-19 pandemic, but more urgent action was needed. “We are buying some time, but we have to face reality that there are much more decisive actions ahead … Read more
Some 27.7 million Americans have already cast ballots either by mail or in person ahead of the Nov. 3 election, according to the U.S. Elections Project at the University of Florida. The record-shattering figure is being driven in part by concerns about crowds at polling sites on Election Day amid the coronavirus pandemic. In North … Read more
The Grand Challenges Annual Meeting, for the last 15 years, has fostered international innovation collaborations to address the biggest challenges in health and development. The Grand Challenges Annual Meeting 2020 will convene virtually from 19th-21st October, bringing together policymakers and scientific leaders, calling for deepened scientific collaborations in solving global health problems, with great emphasis … Read more
Recently, the Maharashtra government gave nod to start metro services in the state looking at the reducing numbers of Covid 19 patients. Mumbai metro will start its service from Monday (19th October) with set guidelines aimed at reducing the risk of COVID-19 transmission. Mumbai metro has issued a list of guidelines in order to to … Read more
Dr. Momen made this statement after the newly appointed High Commissioner of India Vikram Doraiswai made a courtesy call on him in Dhaka on Sunday. Dr. Momen said that Bangladesh and India will celebrate Bangladesh’s 50 years of independence together next year. He hoped that Prime Minister Modi will join in the celebration in Dhaka. … Read more
Chief Minister Sonowal also telephoned his Mizoram counterpart Zoramthanga and talked to him about the incident that took place at the border. During the talk, Chief Minister Sonowal stressed on taking productive measures and joint efforts to address the border issues. He also advocated amicably settling the border dispute and to work with cooperation for … Read more
Minister for Environment and Forest, Parimal Suklabaidya visited on Sunday Lailapur, where some houses and stalls were torched by miscreants from other side of the border last night, and interacted with the local people to defuse the tension. Suklabaidya, who rushed to the site of the incident at the instruction of the Chief Minister, said … Read more
Mumbai metro will start its service from Monday (19th October) with set guidelines aimed at reducing the risk of COVID-19 transmission. Mumbai metro has issued a list of guidelines in order to to maximise commuters safety. Metro is following the ‘No Mask, No Travel Policy’ and will also conduct thermal screenings at entry point of … Read more
He thanked SCO members for supporting initiatives proposed by India in the fields of economics & trade, startups, healthcare, S&T and culture. India has assumed the Chairmanship of the SCO Council of Heads of Government this year and is hosting the meeting of SCO Premiers on 30th Nov this year. The event which was part … Read more
The Sri Lanka Navy will be represented by SLN Ships ‘Sayura’ (Offshore Patrol Vessel) and ‘Gajabahu’ (Training Ship) led by Rear Admiral Bandara Jayathilaka, the Flag Officer Commanding Naval Fleet, Sri Lanka Navy. Indigenously built ASW corvettes ‘Kamorta’ and ‘Kiltan’ under the command of Rear Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, ‘Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet’, will represent … Read more
The active cases are less than 8 lakh for the second consecutive day and stand at 7,83,311. The active cases now comprise 10.45% of the total positive cases of the country.Following the national trend, 22 States/UTs have less than 20,000 active cases.13 States/UTs have more than 20,000 but less than 50,000 active cases, while 3 States/UTs have more than … Read more
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Over 76 lakh tonnes of paddy has been procured from six lakh 69 thousand farmers. The Agriculture Ministry said, government continues to procure Kharif crops at its Minimum Support Price from farmers as per its existing MSP Scheme. The total MSP value till date has been to the tune of over 14 thousand 495 crore … Read more
Government said, the total number of recoveries has reached over 65 lakh 97 thousand. Presently, the total number of active cases in the country is seven lakh 83 thousand and the Case Fatality Rate is at 1.52 per cent, which is one of the lowest, globally. The constantly increasing recoveries ensured that the actual caseload … Read more
Ardern, who was handed a resounding victory in a general election on Saturday, said she had informed the country’s governor general, Dame Patsy Reddy, that her party had the ability to form the next government. Ardern also said there was no need to bring in any new COVID-19 restrictions after one new case of community … Read more
The former Portuguese prime minister said far more could have been done if countries had worked together to combat the disease, which has killed more than one million people. “The COVID-19 pandemic is a major global challenge for the entire international community, for multilateralism and for me, as secretary-general of the United Nations,” Guterres told … Read more
Both sides had accused each other earlier of fresh attacks in violation of a week-old Russian-brokered truce that had failed to halt the worst fighting in the South Caucasus since the 1990s. Azerbaijan had said 13 civilians had been killed and more than 50 wounded in the city of Ganja by missiles from Nagorno-Karabakh. Armenia, … Read more