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ECI starts preparations for Bihar elections; over 200 state officers in Delhi for training
New Delhi, April 16: The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Wednesday started preparations for the upcoming Bihar assembly elections, with over 200 booth-level agents participating in a national-level training programme at the India International Institute of Democracy and Election Management, Delhi.
Shooting: Suruchi stuns Manu to win back-to-back World Cup gold
Peru, April 16: The Jhajjar girls Suruchi and Manu Bhaker, were on the rampage at the Las Palmas shooting range, the former picking up back-to-back World Cup golds stunning the double Olympic medallist pistol shooter Manu, who took the silver.
I fully endorse caste census report, says K'taka Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao
Bengaluru, April 16: Karnataka Minister for Health Dinesh Gundu Rao stated on Wednesday that he will fully endorse the caste census survey report, which has led to major controversy in the state.
Shooting World Cup: Saurabh Chaudhary's bronze finish secures first medal for India
Lima, April 15: Former Asian Games and Youth Olympic champion Saurabh Chaudhary, added yet another World Cup medal to his bulging kitty, winning bronze in the 10m air pistol men's event on competition day one of the year's second International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun stage, at the Las Palmas shooting range in Lima, Peru.
Indian Army's Field Hospital team deployed for Operation Brahma returns
Uttar Pradesh, April 16: The team of Indian Army's Field Hospital deployed in Mandalay under Operation Brahma returned to India late on Tuesday night.
Union Minister stresses on implementation of flagship schemes for women, children
Shillong, April 15: Union Minister of State for Women and Child Development Savitri Thakur on Tuesday held a series of meetings here underscoring the commitment of the Central and state governments towards collaborative governance and improving the lives of women and children in Meghalaya, officials said.
Proud to represent fellow weightlifters: Mirabai Chanu on being named IWLF Athletes' Commission Chairperson
New Delhi, April 15: Olympic silver medallist Mirabai Chanu expressed heartfelt gratitude after being elected as the Chairperson of the Athletes’ Commission of the Indian Weightlifting Federation (IWLF).
Madhya Pradesh comes up with Annadata Kalyan Mission in policy mode
Bhopal, April 15: In alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Gareeb, Yuva, Annadata, and Nari (Poor, Youth, Farmer, and Woman), the Madhya Pradesh government on Tuesday launched ‘Annadata Kalyan Mission’ (Farmers’ welfare mission) in a “Policy frame”.
'Band Of Maharajas' actress Alankrita Sahai permanently shifts from Chandigarh to Mumbai
Mumbai, April 15: Model-turned-actress Alankrita Sahai, who has worked on projects such as ‘Band Of Maharajas,’ ‘Love Per Square Foot,’ and ‘Namaste England’, is experiencing the feeling of 'homecoming' once again as she has finally returned to Mumbai once again.
PLA loses another top dog as Xi purges the military
Hong Kong, April 15: According to multiple sources and media reports, Chairman Xi Jinping has recently booted yet another prominent figure out of the People's Liberation Army (PLA). This time, it is none other than the number two behind Xi in the largest military organisation in the world - General He Weidong, the second of two vice-chairs of the all-powerful Central Military Commission (CMC).
Startup selected under National Quantum Mission develops platform to empower enterprises
New Delhi, April 14: QNu Labs, one of the startups selected by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) under the National Quantum Mission (NQM), has launched world's first and unique platform, QShield that enables seamless cryptography management across any environment -- cloud, on-premises, or hybrid on the occasion of World Quantum Day on Monday.
Second leg of ISSF's South American swing set to begin in Lima
Lima, April 14: The second-leg of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun stage, is all set to begin at the Las Palmas range in Lima, Peru, with the first day of competitions on Tuesday, having both the men's and women's 10m air pistol finals on schedule.
UN-backed mobile court to bring formal justice to conflict-hit county in South Sudan
Juba, April 14: The United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) announced Monday that it has supported the deployment of judges, prosecutors, and investigators to Leer County to deliver formal justice through a mobile court.
Nagaland gears up for transition to sustainable solar power production
Kohima, April 14: Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Monday launched the Nagaland Solar Mission for the installation of residential Roof Top Solar (RTS) in convergence with the ‘Prime Minister Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSG: MBY)’.
Second leg of ISSF's South American Swing set to begin in Lima
New Delhi, April 14: The second leg of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun stage, is all set to begin at the Las Palmas range in Lima, Peru, with the first day of competitions on Tuesday, having both the men’s and women’s 10m air pistol finals on schedule.
ECI should ensure Bengal Assembly poll held under President's Rule: Suvendu Adhikari
Kolkata, April 14: The Election Commission of India (ECI) should ensure that the West Bengal Assembly poll next year is conducted next year under the President's Rule so that each and every voter can cast their votes without any fear, Leader of the Opposition in the state Assembly Suvendu Adhikari said on Monday.
Zero Poverty Mission will be named after BR Ambedkar in UP: CM Yogi Adityanath
Lucknow, April 14: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday announced that the 'Zero Poverty' Mission in Uttar Pradesh will be named after Bharat Ratna Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar.
Indian startup develops platform to help enterprises protect critical infra
New Delhi, April 14: QNu Labs, one of the startups selected by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) under the National Quantum Mission (NQM), on Monday said it has launched world’s first and unique platform, QShield that enables seamless cryptography management across any environment — cloud, on-premises or hybrid.
Delhi's new anti-pollution moves: Will they be enough?
N: ew Delhi: Every winter, Delhi makes headlines for all the wrong reasons. Thick smog covers the city, pollution levels skyrocket, and air quality drops to hazardous levels. It’s a crisis that returns year after year, and while the government takes action during these peak months, the bigger question remains: are we doing enough, and more importantly, are we doing it all year round?
Celina Jaitly recalls her winning Miss India Universe answer honoring Dr Ambedkar's legacy
Mumbai, April 14: Actress Celina Jaitly took a moment to reflect on a defining moment from her pageant days, recalling her winning answer at the Miss India Universe contest.
India launches International Technology Engagement Strategy for Quantum
New Delhi, April 14: The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India on Monday released the first edition of International Technology Engagement Strategy for Quantum, marking a significant step toward articulating India’s outward-facing strategy in Quantum Science, Technology and Innovation (QSTI), with the intent to accelerate discovery, foster innovation, and catalyse adoption across critical sectors.
First edition of India's International Technology Engagement Strategy for quantum released
New Delhi, April 14: The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India has released the first edition of International Technology Engagement Strategy for Quantum, marking a significant step toward articulating India's outward-facing strategy in Quantum Science, Technology and Innovation (QSTI).
Over 250 former Israeli intelligence officials urge end to Gaza war, return of hostages: Media
Jerusalem, April 14: More than 250 former officials of Israel's Mossad intelligence agency have signed a letter urging the government to immediately end the war in the Gaza Strip and bring about the release of the Israeli hostages still held there, Israel's state-owned Kan TV News reported.
Yemen's Houthis claim responsibility for three airstrikes on Israel
Sanaa, April 14: Yemen's Houthi group claimed responsibility for three airstrikes on Israeli targets, according to a statement aired by Houthi-run al-Masirah TV.
National Medical Commission clears trainee doctors' deployment during Char Dham Yatra
Dehradun, April 13: The National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved a proposal by the Uttarakhand Health Department allowing the voluntary deployment of postgraduate trainee doctors for health services during the Char Dham Yatra.
Bihar youth reunited with mother after 15 years
Kolkata, April 13: A 21-year-old youth, missing from Bhagalpur district of Bihar for over 15 years now, was reunited with his mother by authorities in West Bengal through the efforts of amateur radio operators.
Alisson returns in goal for Liverpool against West Ham United
Liverpool, April 13: Alisson Becker returned to the starting line-up for Liverpool’s Anfield encounter with West Ham United. The goalkeeper is named in the Reds XI having missed the last two games due to concussion protocols.
'We will ensure justice': Karnataka Dy CM Shivakumar on opposition to caste census report
Bengaluru, April 13: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said on Sunday that the Congress government in the state will ensure justice for the Lingayat community.
B'desh court issues arrest warrant against Sheikh Hasina in plot allocation case
Dhaka, April 13: Bangladesh court on Sunday issued arrest warrants against 51 people, including former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, and her sister Sheikh Rehana, in three separate cases filed over irregularities in plot allocation in the Purbachal New Town project.
India, EU to negotiate FTA by year-end, says German envoy Ackermann
New Delhi, April 13: German Ambassador to India and Bhutan, Philipp Ackermann, has said that India and European Union will strive to negotiate a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) by the end of this year.
AU mission vows to intensify security in Somalia
Mogadishu, April 13: The African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) on Saturday pledged to work closely with the Somali government to strengthen stabilisation efforts.
Rajasthan CMO to monitor 25 key schemes, including Jal Jeevan Mission
Jaipur, April 12: The Rajasthan government has declared 25 central and state-level schemes as flagship programmes, which will now come under the direct and continuous monitoring of the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO). These include critical initiatives such as the Jal Jeevan Mission, reflecting the government’s intensified focus on timely execution and effective governance.
India seen as leader in Global South because of digital transformation: Meity Secretary
New Delhi, April 12: Meity Secretary S Krishnan said on Saturday that India is seen as the leader of the Global South because of the country's immense digital transformation, particularly in the digital public infrastructure space.
Besides domestic deployment, India wants to see AI usage in Global South: Meity Secretary
New Delhi, April 12: S Krishnan, Secretary at the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) on Saturday said India not just wants to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a technology for itself, but to see that such emerging technologies are deployed across the world, particularly the Global South.
Landmark agreement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from global shipping approved
London, April 12: Following years of intense negotiations, nations have reached a landmark agreement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from global shipping by setting mandatory fuel standards and introducing an industry-wide carbon pricing mechanism.
EVMs in country absolutely safe, not being tampered with, says CEC Gyanesh Kumar
New Delhi, April 12: Amidst US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard's claims of finding evidence of massive vulnerabilities in EVM machines, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Saturday stated that Electronic Vending Machines (EVMs) in the country were absolutely safe and were not being tampered with.
63 nations, including India, support first-ever global carbon tax on shipping
New Delhi, April 12: Sixty-three countries, including India, have voted in favour of the world's first-ever global carbon tax imposed on the shipping industry by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO).
India highlights BioE3 Policy at Mission Innovation Annual Gathering 2025 in Seoul
New Delhi, April 12: The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) co-leads the Mission Integrated Biorefinery jointly with the Netherlands as part of Mission Innovation (MI) 2.0, the Ministry of Science & Technology said in a statement.
Trinamool to start detailed voters' list review in Bengal from this month
Kolkata, April 12: Trinamool Congress will start a detailed review and verification of the voters' list in West Bengal this month, which will continue for a year.
India's BioE3 policy, integrated biorefinery highlight of clean energy meet in S.Korea
New Delhi, April 12: The BioE3 policy and Integrated Biorefinery initiatives were the key highlights at the annual gathering of Mission Innovation -- a multilateral platform accelerating clean energy innovation --, the Ministry of Science and Technology said on Saturday.