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Good news for Delhi: Minister Parvesh Verma ahead of Ayushman Bharat scheme launch
New Delhi, April 5: In a major development for Delhi's healthcare sector, the much-awaited Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) is all set to be launched in the national Capital on Saturday.
BSNL has added 55 lakh customers in last seven months: Jyotiraditya Scindia
New Delhi, April 4: Public Sector telecom major BSNL has added 55 lakh customers in the last seven months, taking the total number past the 9.1 crore mark, the Parliament was informed.
Ultrasound-activated CAR T-cell therapy to enable long-lasting tumour destruction
New Delhi, April 4: US researchers have engineered a new ‘smart’ immune cell that when activated by ultrasound can continuously sense and destroy cancer cells for extended periods.
CM Bhupendra Patel allocates Rs 600 Crore to Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation for Wastewater Management
Gandhinagar, April 3: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has granted in-principle approval to allocate Rs 606.34 crore from the Swarnim Jayanti Mukhyamantri Shaheri Vikas Yojana to Gandhinagar Municipal Corporation for the Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), along with wastewater management works, rainwater drainage networks, and water distribution station, the Chief Minister's office said in a press release.
US tariffs a chance to boost 'Make in India', empower MSMEs: PHDCCI CEO
New Delhi, April 3: Amid concerns over the US reciprocal tariffs, Ranjit Mehta, CEO of the PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI), said on Thursday that this is an opportunity for India for high-quality production and global expansion under the 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiatives.
American economy will hurt more from Trump's reciprocal tariffs: PHDCCI President
New Delhi, April 3: US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariffs will impact the American economy more, leaving them with limited buying options to cater for their needs according to Ranjeet Mehta, CEO and Secretary General of industry body PHDCCI.
Michelle Pfeiffer pays tribute to late actor, friend Val Kilmer after his death
Los Angeles, April 3: Hollywood actress Michelle Pfeiffer is paying tribute to her former co-star and friend Val Kilmer after he passed away at the age of 65.
Indian Navy, Kirloskar sign Rs 270 crore deal for 6MW marine diesel engine
New Delhi, April 2: The Indian Navy has inked a project sanction order with Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited hunder Make-I category for the design and development of 6MW Medium Speed Marine Diesel Engine.
Kirloskar gets Rs 270 crore order to develop engines for Indian Navy ships
New Delhi, April 2: The Indian Navy signed a Rs 270 crore contract with Kirloskar Oil Engines Limited on Wednesday for the design and development of 6MW medium speed marine diesel engines in a significant step to enhance the country’s self-reliance in defence production.
'Top Gun', 'Batman Forever' actor Val Kalmer passes away at 65
Washington DC, April 2: Actor Val Kilmer, who is known for his roles in Top Gun, Willow, and The Door, passed away at the age of 65, reported Deadline.
'Top Gun', 'Batman Forever' star Val Kilmer passes away at 65
Los Angeles, April 2: Hollywood star Val Kilmer, who has essayed many iconic characters like Bruce Wayne in ‘Batman Forever’, Jim Morrison in Oliver Stone‘s ‘The Doors’ and starred as a tubercular Doc Holliday in ‘Tombstone’, has passed away in Los Angeles.
India's defence exports log over 12 pc growth at record Rs 23,622 crore in FY25
New Delhi, April 1: India's defence exports surged to a record high of Rs 23,622 crore (about $2.76 billion) in the just-concluded FY25 -- a growth of Rs 2,539 crore or 12.04 per cent compared to Rs 21,083 crore in FY24, the government said on Tuesday.
India's raw silk production increases to 34,042 metric tonnes in April-January
New Delhi, April 1: India's raw silk production is estimated at 34,042 metric tonnes in the April-January period of 2024-25, which is a close to 10,000 tonnes increase over the corresponding figure of 24,299 metric tonnes in the same period of 2014-15, the Parliament was informed on Tuesday.
SC dismisses plea against Gujarat govt's acquisition of Sabarmati Ashram
New Delhi, April 1: The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to entertain a plea filed by Mahatma Gandhi's great-grandson Tushar Gandhi raising concern over the Gujarat government's acquisition of the Sabarmati Ashram.
SC to hear plea against Gujarat govt's acquisition of the Sabarmati Ashram tomorrow
New Delhi, March 31: The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Tuesday a plea filed by Mahatma Gandhi's great grandson Tushar Gandhi, raising concern over the Gujarat government's acquisition of the Sabarmati Ashram.
PM Modi visits Solar Defence facilties in Nagpur, launches loitering munition test range, MALE drone runway
Nagpur, March 30: Seeking to further promote Aatmanirbharta in defence, PM Narendra Modi on Sunday visited the Solar Defence and Aerospace Ltd complex.
'Institutionalised extraction', CM Stalin slams Centre over ATM withdrawal fee hike
Chennai, March 30: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has strongly condemned the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) recent decision to allow banks to increase charges for ATM withdrawals beyond the monthly free limit -- from Rs 21 to Rs 23 per transaction -- effective May 1.
India aims Rs 3 lakh cr in defence production by 2029 with Rs 50,000 cr in exports
New Delhi, March 29: The government on Saturday said it aims to achieve Rs 3 lakh crore in defence production by 2029, reinforcing the country’s position as a global defence manufacturing hub.
Defence Ministry signs Rs 2,500 crore deals for NAMIS tracked anti-tank system and 5,000 light vehicles
Secunderabad, March 28: The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract with Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited for the procurement of Nag Missile System (NAMIS) Tracked version of anti-tank weapon platform and Force Motors Ltd & Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd for around 5,000 Light Vehicles for the Armed Forces at a total cost of around Rs 2,500 crore, according to officials.
Indian Army signs procurement deal with Ashok Leyland defence systems for heavy recovery vehicles
New Delhi, March 28: In a bid to enhance the combat force regeneration capability of the Indian Army, the Ministry of Defence has signed a contract worth Rs 168.09 Crore with M/s Ashok Leyland Defence Systems Ltd for 54 Heavy Recovery Vehicles (HRV), an official statement from the Ministry of Defence said.
Electronics manufacturing in India has grown 5 times in 10 years: Ashwini Vaishnaw
New Delhi, March 28: Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw, addressing the media after Cabinet meeting, highlighted the transformation India's electronics sector has undergone over the past decade under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.
India clears biggest ever Rs 62,000 crore deal for buying 156 Light Combat Helicopters
New Delhi, March 28: The Cabinet Committee on Security on Friday gave its nod for the biggest ever deal to buy 156 Light Combat Helicopters worth over Rs 62,000 crore for the Indian Army and Air Force from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited.
Cabinet decisions to make India 'Aatmanirbhar': PM Modi
New Delhi, March 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday hailed the latest Cabinet decisions, emphasising their role in making India 'Aatmanirbhar'.
Eye on Viksit Bharat 2047: PM Modi highlights manufacturing growth in 10 years
New Delhi, March 28: Highlighting a massive transformation in manufacturing and all sectors over the past 10 years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said a big change has also come about in public mentality as well, with greater trust in products “Made in India”.
Cabinet okays Rs 3,712 crore Patna-Sasaram 4-lane highway project
New Delhi, March 28: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday approved the construction of the 4-lane access-controlled greenfield and brownfield Patna-Arrah-Sasaram corridor starting from Patna and stretching across 120 km to Sasaram in Bihar.
PLI booster: Cabinet approves Rs 22,919 cr electronics component manufacturing scheme
New Delhi, March 28: To make India 'Atmanirbhar' in the electronics supply chain, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Friday approved the electronics component manufacturing scheme with a funding of Rs 22,919 crore.
Union Cabinet approves Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme with funding of Rs 22,919 crore
New Delhi, March 28: The Union Cabinet on Friday approved the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme with a funding of Rs.22,919 crore to make India "atmanirbhar" in the electronics supply chain.
BSNL rolling out 1 lakh fully indigenous 4G towers under Atmanirbhar Bharat: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia
New Delhi, March 28: The Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) is currently rolling out 1,00,000 fully indigenous 4G towers under the Atmanirbhar Bharat scheme, which includes Core technology by C-DOT (a government entity), RAN (telecom towers) by Tejas Networks and System integration by TCS.
Ashok Leyland wins Rs 700 crore worth orders to supply vehicles to Army
New Delhi, March 28: Hinduja Group company Ashok Leyland announced on Friday that its defence business has won multiple orders valued at more than Rs 700 crore to supply vehicles to the Army.
Scientists develop method to expose cancer cells to immune system
New Delhi, March 28: An international research group has developed a new method to help the immune system recognise and attack cancer cells by leading them to expose themselves.
125 coal mines see investments worth Rs 40,900 cr, create over 4 lakh jobs: Centre
New Delhi, March 28: The coal sector is emerging as a key champion of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' and 125 coal mines have been successfully auctioned across 11 rounds, attracting investments worth approximately Rs 40,900 crore and creating over 4 lakh direct and indirect jobs, the government has said.
Britain's King Charles III suspends visit due to side effects of cancer treatment
London, March 28: Britain's King Charles III has suspended his planned public visit to Birmingham in England, originally scheduled for Friday, due to side effects from his ongoing cancer treatment, Buckingham Palace announced.
King Charles briefly hospitalised after suffering side effects from cancer treatment
London, March 28: King Charles III was briefly hospitalized on Thursday after suffering side effects from his cancer treatment, according to a statement released by Buckingham Palace, The New York Times reported.
Customs duty cuts, levy withdrawals an ongoing process, not linked to global events: FM Sitharaman
New Delhi, March 28: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said the ongoing process of rationalizing customs duties and withdrawing the 6 per cent equalization levy, which began in 2023, is independent of any global events and will continue.
BEML launches indigenous high-mobility vehicle 12x12 to strengthen India's defence capabilities
Palakkad, March 27: BEML Ltd has launched its indigenously designed and manufactured High Mobility Vehicle (HMV) 12x12 at its Palakkad complex.
COAS General Upendra Dwivedi stresses on five pillars of transformation
New Delhi, March 27: Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi on Thursday stressed the five pillars of transformation, which encompass technology absorption, structural changes, human resource development, and increasing cohesion between the three services, a release said.
Efforts to develop space policy, establish ISRO center in state: MP CM Yadav
Bhopal, March 27: Chief Minister Mohan Yadav virtually inaugurated the National Scientific Conference/Science Festival and the 40th Madhya Pradesh Youth Scientific Conference organised at the Kalidas Academy Campus, Ujjain, from the CM residence office on Thursday and addressed the event on the occasion.
I was terrified...: Michael Caine on Heath Ledger's 'Joker' performance in 'Dark Knight'
Washington DC, March 27: Michael Caine, who played the role of Alfred in Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy, recalled the surprising transformation of late actor Heath Ledger for his iconic villainous character 'Joker', saying that he was terrified when he saw the actor for the first time in action on the sets, reported Variety.
MSMEs playing a key role towards 'Viksit Bharat' goal: Union Minister
New Delhi, March 27: The government is taking several steps to boost micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and promote digitalisation at the grassroots level, Union Minister for MSMEs, Jitan Ram Manjhi, said on Thursday.
Govt signs deals worth Rs 2,500 crore for India-made anti-tank weapon platform & light vehicles for army
New Delhi, March 27: The Ministry of Defence on Thursday signed a contract with public sector Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited for the procurement of Nag Missile System (NAMIS) tracked version of the anti-tank weapon platform and another deal with Force Motors Ltd and Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd for around 5,000 light vehicles for the armed forces at a total cost of around Rs 2,500 crore.