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November 6, 2023 3:16 PM

Hockey: India Lifts Women’s Asian Champions Trophy; thrashes Japan 4-0

The Indian women’s hockey team dethroned Japan on Sunday to crown themselves Asian Champions Trophy winners. The hosts beat Japan 4-0 in the final in Ranchi. India overcame the two-time champions through goals from Sangita Kumari, Neha, Laremsiami ...

November 6, 2023 2:26 PM

Centre launches “Women for Water, Water for Women” campaign to promote gender inclusivity in water governance

Recognizing the pivotal role of women in water management, a new initiative by the central government seeks to empower them to ensure availability of safe and clean drinking water for their households. The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (...

November 6, 2023 12:04 PM

Australia-India Education and Skill Council holds inaugural meeting at IIT Gandhinagar

The inaugural meeting of the Australia-India Education and Skill Council (AIESC) is scheduled to take place on November 6 at the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Gandhinagar. Formerly known as the Australian India Education Council (AIEC...

November 6, 2023 1:06 PM

Maharashtra dominates medal tally at National Games in Goa with 67 gold, 61 silver and 65 bronze

The 37th edition of the National Games 2023, India's own multi-sport event, inspired by the Olympics, is currently underway across five vibrant Goan cities: Mapusa, Margao, Panjim, Ponda, and Vasco. As of now, Maharashtra is dominating the medal cou...

November 6, 2023 10:39 AM

India, Nepal border forces to meet, focus on better coordination

The border guarding forces of India and Nepal are set to convene a three-day bilateral meeting in New Delhi from November 6 to 8. During this meeting, they will engage in discussions aimed at tackling trans-frontier crimes and ensuring the prompt sha...

November 6, 2023 12:18 PM

Intercity connectivity disrupted by opposition’s nationwide blockade in Bangladesh

The 48-hour nationwide blockade called by the opposition parties in Bangladesh disrupted intercity connectivity on its first day amid sporadic incidents of violence. The blockade is being enforced by the primary opposition party, the Bangladesh Natio...

November 6, 2023 10:39 AM

Delhi Air Pollution Update: Schools to remain closed; trucks banned from entering city

Amid the dipping state of air quality in India's capital, stringent curbs have been introduced in Delhi. Trucks have been banned from entering Delhi, with effect from Sunday, November 5. As air quality entered the 'severe plus' category, the Delhi go...

November 6, 2023 9:19 AM

Emergency earthquake relief materials from India reach Nepal, more expected to arrive

Following up on the commitment by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to provide all possible assistance to Nepal following the devastating earthquake in Jajarkot on 3 November 2023, the first consignment of the INR 10 crore worth of emergency relief...

November 6, 2023 8:47 AM

CWC23: Virat Kohli gets to 49th ODI ton on birthday, equals Sachin Tendulkar’s all-time record

Star Indian batter Virat Kohli celebrated his 35th birthday with a record-equalling ton. He matched the legendary Sachin Tendulkar's record by scoring his 49th One-Day international century against South Africa at the iconic Eden Gardens in Kolkata. ...

November 6, 2023 8:48 AM

Big Decision by Defense Minister: extended Maternity Leave & more for All Women Soldier

On Sunday, India's Defense Minister, Rajnath Singh, announced a significant decision that will impact women in the armed forces, sailors, and airmen equally. The decision extends maternity leave, childcare provisions, and other crucial benefits to al...