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We are the best, yet again!: CM Mamata lauds WBPDCL for bagging best-performing company tag
Kolkata, April 4: West Bengal Chief minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday said that state-run West Bengal Power Development Corporation (WBPDCL) has ranked the best-performing power generation company in the country for 2024-25 by the Central Electricity Authority (CEA).
Tripura CM launches midday meals for patients, their families at Rs 10 at AGMC, GBP
Agartala, April 1: The Agartala Government Medical College (AGMC) and Govind Ballabh Pant (GBP) Hospital, in the presence of Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha, launched a midday meal service priced at just Rs 10 to support underprivileged patients and their families visiting the hospital.
Aurangzebpur now Shivaji Nagar as 11 places renamed in U'khand; CM Dhami says process reflects public sentiment
Dehradun, March 31: In a significant move to pay tribute to prominent figures who contributed to preserving India's rich cultural legacy, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced the renaming of various locations in the districts of Haridwar, Dehradun, Nainital, and Udham Singh Nagar.
Tripura CM Manik Saha launches midday meal for patients' attendants at Rs 10
Agartala, April 1: In a commendable effort to support underprivileged patients and their families, Agartala Government Medical College (AGMC) and Govind Ballabh Pant Hospital (GBP Hospital) have introduced a midday meal service priced at just Rs 10 with various items for their convenience.
Tripura CM Manik Saha launches midday meal for patients' attendants at Rs 10
Agartala, March 31: In a commendable effort to support underprivileged patients and their families, Agartala Government Medical College (AGMC) and Govind Ballabh Pant Hospital (GBP Hospital) have introduced a midday meal service priced at just Rs 10 with various items for their convenience.
Telangana launches free fine rice distribution through PDS
Hyderabad, March 30: The government of Telangana has launched free fine rice distribution through the Public Distribution System.
Madhya Pradesh: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurates Ashoknagar's first BPO Centre
Ashoknagar, March 30: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Saturday inaugurated Ashoknagar's first-ever BPO (Business Process Outsourcing) center, marking a significant milestone for the region.
Security forces recover 29 arms, other ammunition in Manipur
Imphal, March 29: In a series of joint operations, the Indian Army and other security forces have recovered illegally held 29 arms, some improvised explosive devices (IEDs), grenades, various ammunition and war-like stores, officials said on Saturday.
Patna High Court rejects pleas for re-examination of 70th BPSC preliminary exam
Patna, March 28: In a major setback for candidates demanding a re-conduct of the 70th BPSC Civil Preliminary Examination, the Patna High Court on Friday dismissed all petitions related to the issue.
Delhi Police strengthens self-defence capabilities with Krav Maga training
New Delhi, March 26: In a move to enhance its self-defence capabilities, the Delhi Police has incorporated the Israeli martial art Krav Maga into its training program with the assistance of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP).
New GBP Hospital block to be completed by 2027: Tripura CM Manik Saha
Agartala, March 26: To provide better health care to the people of the state, the construction of a new building is underway to accommodate patients at GB Pant Hospital, and the construction work is expected to be completed by 2027, said Chief Minister Manik Saha while speaking in the Legislative Assembly on Tuesday.
Hindu a nationalist expression than just a religion, says RSS
Bengaluru, March 23: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has stated that being called a Hindu is a matter of pride as it is a nationalist expression representing cultural, spiritual and civilizational identity rather than just a religious one.
No discrimination, value-based families: RSS resolution for building harmonious Hindu society
Bengaluru, March 23: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has announced its resolve to build a harmonious and organised Hindu society for world peace and prosperity on the occasion of Sangh Centenary.
Rajesh Kumar expresses gratitude to Cong central leadership on becoming Bihar unit chief
Patna, March 23: Rajesh Kumar, a Dalit leader from Bihar, who was recently appointed as the State Congress President, on Saturday, expressed gratitude to the party's central leadership, including Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and party President Mallikarjun Kharge.
International forces fomenting instability in region surrounding Bharat, need to address this challenge: RSS
Bengaluru, March 22: The RSS on Saturday raised concerns over international forces trying to foment instability in the entire region surrounding India and called for addressing the issue.
'There is no opposition to RSS, it's on expansion spree'
Bengaluru, March 21: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat inaugurated the three-day Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha (ABPS) in Bengaluru on Friday. The RSS stated that the meeting would deliberate on a wide range of issues, including the north-south divide, the situation in Manipur and Bangladesh, Hindu-Muslim harmony, and the expansion of the RSS across the country, among others.
Self-deport or be banned forever: Trump launches CBP Home app for illegal migrants
Washington DC, March 21: US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced the launch of the CBP Home app, a platform that allows individuals illegally residing in the United States to self-deport, warning that those who fail to leave using this option will face forcible removal and a lifetime ban on re-entry.
Assembly polls: Rajesh Kumar appointed Bihar Congress President
Patna, March 18: Ahead of the Assembly elections due later this year, the Congress on Tuesday appointed MLA Rajesh Kumar as the new President of the Bihar Pradesh Congress Committee (BPCC).
DGPs four states hold brainstorming workshop on 'Standardisation of Police Training Curriculum'
Jaipur, March 10: The Central Intelligence Training Institute (CITI), Jaipur, organised a one-day workshop on "Standardisation of Police Training Curriculum" at its campus on Monday. The event focused on the modernisation, harmonisation, and value addition in police training curricula across states.
Healthcare BPO, like IT Services BPO, comes of age as healthcare spending increases in US: Report
New Delhi, March 10: The healthcare business process outsourcing (BPO) industry like the IT industry, is gaining momentum as it expands its presence in the U.S. healthcare sector, despite being a niche segment, it has now achieved a scale that validates its total addressable market (TAM) says a report by JM Financial.
Nitish Kumar distributes appointment letters to 51,389 teachers
Patna, March 9: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar handed over appointment letters to 51,389 newly selected teachers on Sunday.
MHA recognizes 32 ITBP, NDRF, and CISF offices for Hindi proficiency
By Rajnish Singh, New Delhi, March 6 (ANI): In a significant move to promote the use of Hindi in official work, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has acknowledged 32 offices under the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), and Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) where 82 per cent of the staff have attained working knowledge of Hindi.
Chamoli avalanche: Rescue ops halted after heavy snowfall, relief teams on stand-by
Chamoli, March 1: The search and rescue operations for the five missing Border Roads Organisation (BRO) workers have been temporarily halted at the site of the avalanche-hit Mana area of Chamoli district following heavy snowfall and poor weather conditions, a senior officer said.
2-3 people are in critical condition with fractures and head injuries: ITBP official
Chamoli, March 1: At least three workers rescued from under snow triggered by an avalanche that stuck Uttarakhand's Chamoli district, have sustained seroous head injuries and fractures, an official of the ITBP said on Saturday.
State govt is committed to build new Assam with empowered ecosystem of digital infrastructure: CM Sarma
Guwahati, February 25: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said that in the era of digital transmission, connectivity is the lifeline of progress, and Assam is steadfast in leading this revolution to achieve the fast-paced growth of the state. Sharing his vision on a thematic session titled I-Way to Viksit Assam as a part of Advantage Assam 2.0 Summit at Khanapara Veterinary College field in Guwahati on Tuesday in the presence of Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya Scindia, Chief Minister Sarma said that Assam is fully ready to be a strong stakeholder in the digital revolution with the active support of Government of India.
India assumes chairmanship of Bay of Bengal Inter-Governmental Organisation
Male, February 22: India has assumed the chairmanship of the Bay of Bengal Inter-Governmental Organisation at the 13th Governing Council Meeting in Male, Maldives.
Bihar: BPSC criticises Khan Sir over question paper irregularities
Patna, Feb 19: The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) has launched a strong attack on Faishal Khan who is popularly known as Khan Sir, a well-known coaching teacher from Patna, who has been demanding the cancellation of the 70th BPSC Prelims exam.
Khan Sir's allegations about question papers are baseless: Bihar official
Patna, Feb 19: Gaya District Magistrate (DM) Tyagarajan SM in Bihar on Wednesday dismissed prominent educationist Faisal Khan alias Khan Sir alleged irregularities in the BPSC examination, terming his remarks as ‘false’ and ‘baseless’.
BPSC announces schedule of 70th CCE Mains amid stir by aspirants
Patna, Feb 19: Amid a raging controversy and protests by aspirants, the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) officially released the schedule for the 70th Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) Mains on Wednesday.
'Re-exam only solution', says Khan Sir as BPSC protests intensify in Patna
Patna, Feb 18: Aspirants and educators protesting to demand the re-examination of the 70th Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) have intensified in Patna.
BPSC 70th exam: Protest intensifies in Patna; popular educator Khan joins candidates
Patna, Feb 17: Hundreds of candidates protesting against alleged rigging in the 70th BPSC Preliminary Examination took to the streets of Patna on Monday. Popular educator ‘Khan Sir’ joined the protest, asserting that the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) must re-conduct the exam.
Patna HC orders to preserve CCTV footage of 70th BPSC exam
Patna, Feb 15: The Patna High Court on Friday heard the case related to the 70th BPSC Civil Services Preliminary Examination and issued an important directive to the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) to ensure that the CCTV footage of the examination centres is preserved.
Energy Week 2025: India signs multiple pacts for resilient, sustainable energy future
New Delhi, Feb 14: Multiple strategic agreements during the 'India Energy Week 2025' reaffirm the country's commitment to securing affordable, sustainable and diversified energy supplies while fostering global collaborations in cutting-edge energy solutions, Hardeep Singh Puri, Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, has stressed.
Global Oil & Gas majors credit success of global capability centres to India's world-class talent pool
New Delhi, February 13: Leading global oil and gas companies endorsed India's evolution as a premier destination for their Global Capability Centres (GCCs), emphasizing the country's transformation from a cost-effective back-office location to a strategic hub for innovation and research and development.
Andhra CM Chandrababu Naidu approves investment projects worth Rs 44,776 crore
Amaravati, January 30: The 3rd meeting of the State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB) under the chairmanship of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu was held on Thursday.
Khelo India Winter Games 2025: Ladakh finish on top; Army edge out ITBP to retain ice hockey title
Leh, January 27: In their second year as hosts, the Union Territory of Ladakh finished on top of the Khelo India Winter Games 2025, the first chapter of which ended at the NDS Stadium here on Monday.
KIWG 2025: Ladakh finish on top; Army edge out ITBP to retain ice-hockey title
Leh: , Jan 27 (IANS) In their second year as hosts, the Union Territory of Ladakh finished on top of the Khelo India Winter Games 2025, the first chapter of which ended at the NDS Stadium here on Monday. Like always, the grand finale saw the mouth-watering men’s ice hockey final and the Indian Army squeezed past ITBP 2-1 to retain the KIWG crown.
KIWG 2025: Army men set up ice hockey final vs ITBP; Maharashtra lead medal tally
Leh, Jan 26: The Khelo India Winter Games 2025 men's ice-hockey final on Monday will be a repeat of last year's gold medal-round match. On Sunday, the Indian Army got the better of hosts Ladakh 2-1 while ITBP defeated Himachal Pradesh 3-1 to set a mouth-watering title clash at the NDS Stadium complex.
KIWG 2025: Telangana lead medal tally; ITBP tame Army in ice-hockey
Leh (Ladakh), Jan 25: Pranav Madav Surapaneni won Telangana's second gold medal of the Khelo India Winter Games 2025, winning the ice-skating competition but all attention on Saturday was on the blockbuster ice-hockey league match between Indian Army and Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP).
Centre mulling 3 refineries of 20 MMTPA capacities each in Ratnagiri
Mumbai, Jan 24: Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday said that the size of the Ratnagiri refinery in the Konkan region of Maharashtra will be reduced from the originally proposed 60 million tonnes per annum (MMTPA) of refining capacity and it is likely to be split into three refineries a capacity of 20 MMTPA each at various locations.