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January 5, 2024 5:05 PM

Record 1 crore registrations for ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’ 2024

More than one crore students, parents and teachers have so far registered for the 7th edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) 2024, on the MyGov portal. The registration process commenced on December 11, 2023, and the deadline to apply for 'Pariksha Pe...

January 5, 2024 4:53 PM

Cabinet approves MoU between ISRO and Mauritius Research and Innovation Council on development of small satellite

In a significant stride towards space collaboration, the Union Cabinet has granted approval for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and the Mauritius Research and Innovation Council (MRIC) to join...

January 5, 2024 4:15 PM

IMD forecasts cold spell, dense fog across North India over next 2 days

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Friday that cold to severe cold conditions will persist in certain parts of Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, and Rajasthan over the next two days, followed by a significant decline in the cold. Mo...

January 5, 2024 4:08 PM

Cabinet approves MoU between India & Guyana on cooperation in hydrocarbon sector

The Union Cabinet has approved the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Guyana. The MoU, set to bolster cooperation in the hydrocarbon sector, reflects a renewed commitment to sustainable energy practices and strategic glo...

January 5, 2024 3:53 PM

Cabinet approves renaming Ayodhya airport after Maharishi Valmiki

The Union Cabinet has given its approval for Ayodhya Airport's elevation to international status, naming it as "Maharishi Valmiki International Airport, Ayodhyadham." This decision holds significant economic potential for Ayodhya and emphasizes its g...

January 5, 2024 3:41 PM

ICC rolls out modifications in DRS protocols and concussion substitute rules

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has made major amendments to playing conditions, specifically concerning the Decision Review System (DRS) for stumping scenarios. Effective from 12, 2023, umpires will solely review side-on replays for stumping...

January 6, 2024 10:19 AM

Kyrgyzstan declares snow leopard national symbol

- By Rupa Kumari Kyrgyzstan has officially declared the snow leopard as its national symbol, underscoring its commitment to conservation and ecological balance. A decree signed by President Sadyr Zhaparov of the Kyrgyz Republic, states: “The sn...

January 5, 2024 2:49 PM

PM SHRI schools launched in UP for educational infrastructure boost

Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan and Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath jointly inaugurated the PM SHRI Schools in Uttar Pradesh, marking a significant step towards enhancing the educational infrastructure in the state. The...

January 5, 2024 2:21 PM

In Bangladesh, religious minorities urge for protection from polls violence

By: Navalsang Parmar (Dhaka) In Bangladesh, Leaders of religious minority communities on Thursday demanded effective security measures for minorities during the pre- and post-polling periods of the national election. According to Hindu-Buddhist-Ch...

January 5, 2024 1:23 PM

Jaishankar inaugurates multiple initiatives, including 59 post-quake projects in Kathmandu

By: Sweta Singh (Kathmandu) The two-day visit of India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to Nepal concludes today. Jaishankar embarked on an official trip to Nepal from January 4th to 5th, 2024, at the invitation of Nepal's Minister for For...