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December 6, 2023 5:24 PM

Two Indian IITs opening their campuses abroad: Dharmendra Pradhan

In significant progress towards global reach, two prestigious Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are set to set up their campuses abroad, union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Wednesday. Dharmendra Pradhan said during Question Hour...

December 6, 2023 4:59 PM

Scientists uncover seismic clues in Kopili Fault zone, advancing earthquake preparedness

In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers from the Indian Institute of Geomagnetism (IIG) have identified seismogenic liquefaction features in the active Kopili Fault (KF) zone, providing crucial insights into the region's seismic history and offeri...

December 6, 2023 5:31 PM

Impatiens karuppusamyi, a new species discovered from the Southern Western Ghats

Good news for our biodiversity! The researchers of Botanical Survey of India (BSI) have discovered a new species of plant from Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve, Tamil Nadu. The plant has been named 'Impatiens karuppusamyi'. The species is named aft...

December 6, 2023 4:31 PM

PM Modi extends condolences and support in wake of Cyclone Michaung devastation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow over the loss of life and property caused by Cyclone Michaung, particularly in the states of Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Puducherry. In a tweet, PM Modi conveyed his condolences to the famili...

December 6, 2023 4:04 PM

Bangladesh commemorates India’s contributions in it’s liberation war

Asiatic Society of Bangladesh organised a seminar on "A Tale of Friendship: 52 years of Recognition to Bangladesh by India '' on Wednesday in Dhaka. December 6th is celebrated as a ‘Maitri Diwas’ marking the recognition granted to Bangladesh b...

December 6, 2023 3:59 PM

Govt Agricultural Schemes: Empowering farmers and ensuring financial security

India's agricultural sector has undergone a remarkable transformation with the government's strategic initiatives. From the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) providing annual financial aid to over 11 crore farmers, totaling Rs. 2.81 lakh ...

December 6, 2023 3:58 PM

Biden to re-run for elections in a bid to stop Trump from winning

US President Joe Biden is gearing up for a re-run at the Presidential election. President Biden has confirmed that he will be running for the elections in a bid to stop former President Donald Trump from winning. "If Trump wasn't running, I'm not su...

December 6, 2023 2:56 PM

India explores small modular reactors in pursuit of clean energy shift

India is exploring innovative technologies, particularly small modular reactors (SMRs), in its strategic pursuit of clean energy, according to Jitendra Singh, the Union Minister of State for Science & Technology. Singh made this announcement in r...

December 6, 2023 12:53 PM

Israel mounts fiercest attacks so far in Gaza war against Hamas

Israel's military bombarded southern Gaza's main city in what it said was the fiercest fighting since it began a ground invasion to eliminate Hamas five weeks ago, while the U.S. again pressed Israel to minimise Palestinian civilian casualties. Is...

December 6, 2023 1:48 PM

Centre reinforces commitment to elderly care in response to ‘India Ageing Report 2023’

The recent release of the "India Ageing Report 2023" by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the International Institute of Population Sciences (IIPS) has prompted the Government of India to reiterate its dedication to addressing the chal...