India’s new rocket SSLV puts into orbit EOS-08 & a private satellite (Lead)
Sriharikota (Andhra Pradesh) Aug 16 – India, on Friday, successfully orbited two satellites with its new rocket – Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV). On its third and final developmental flight, the SSLV-D3 put into orbit an earth observation satellite-08 (EOS-08) weighing about 175.5
K’taka PWD min for revision of guarantee schemes; Home Min says not discussed in Cabinet
Bengaluru, Aug 14 – The Karnataka PWD Minister is pushing for the revision of the Congress’ five guarantee schemes in the state. While confirming that there was a demand for it, Minister for Home, G Parameshwara said on Wednesday that the issue had
India begins Phase 3 clinical trial with 1st indigenous dengue vaccine
New Delhi, Aug 14 – In a significant development, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) and Panacea Biotec on Wednesday announced they have started first-ever Phase 3 clinical trial for developing a dengue vaccine in India. The landmark trial will evaluate the
NCP(SP) alleges surveillance on Supriya Sule, demands clarification from Maha Home Dept
Mumbai, Aug 14 – NCP(SP) Chief Spokesman, Mahesh Tapase, has raised serious concerns over the potential surveillance of party MP Supriya Sule by certain agencies. In a statement released on Wednesday, Tapase alleged that Sule, who has recently emerged victorious in a hard-fought
No interim bail to CM Kejriwal, SC issues notice to CBI
New Delhi, Aug 14 – The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to release Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on interim bail from Tihar jail in connection with the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) case linked to alleged excise policy scam. Issuing notice on
HC scraps land deals, restores Rs 400 crore property to Kashmir temple trust
Srinagar, Aug 14 The J&K and Ladakh High Court has scrapped all suspiciously executed transfer deeds and revenue record entries for 160-Kanal land by restoring an asset worth over Rs 400 crore to the Raghunath temple in the Barzalla locality of Srinagar city.
WPI inflation eases to 3-month low of 2.04 pc in July
New Delhi, Aug 14 – India’s wholesale price inflation slowed to a 3-month low of 2.04 per cent in July compared to the same month last year, mainly due to a decline in vegetable prices, according to figures released by the Commerce Ministry
How PM Modi’s ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ initiative gave rise to a new women-led industry, explains Culture Secy
New Delhi, Aug 14 – The ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign, which kicked off in 2022 as part of the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav’, has ushered in a new women-led industry and today, women Self Help Groups (SHGs) have become the ‘backbone’ of the
Rising kidney disease demands urgent focus on organ donation: Experts
New Delhi, Aug 13 – Kidney disease, often termed a silent killer, has seen a concerning rise across India, especially among individuals aged 25-55, which has also increased the demand for kidney transplants, said experts. Kidney disease, characterised by the gradual loss of
Three jobs away from fulfilling 1 lakh job promise: Assam CM
Guwahati, Aug 14 – Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday announced that the BJP-led government in the state is just three jobs away from fulfilling its poll promise of giving 1 lakh government jobs to unemployed youth. He also said that
Tejas, Sarang dazzle in first-ever multinational air exercise hosted by India
Sulur (Tamil Nadu), Aug 14 – Several aircraft, including indigenously manufactured helicopters Sarang and LCA Tejas, on Tuesday showcased their prowess in the multinational air exercise ‘Tarang Shakti’ being hosted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) for the first time. The first of
Punjab supporting NHAI in execution of highways: CM Mann to Gadkari
Chandigarh, Aug 14 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann said the state government is committed to support the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and work closely with it for the progress of the country and the state. In a letter to
President Murmu to address the nation today
New Delhi, Aug 14 – President Droupadi Murmu will address the nation on the eve of the 78th Independence Day at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. The President’s address will first be aired in Hindi followed by an English version. After this regional language
Acclaiming Indian civilisation’s contribution to the world (IANS Opinion)
New York: On November 5, Kamala Harris may be elected as the first South Asian President of the US. If the Donald Trump-JD Vance ticket wins, Usha Vance will become the first Hindu Second Lady. Indian diaspora has dazzled the world by reaching
India observes ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’, pays tribute to victims
New Delhi, Aug 14 – India is observing the ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’ on Wednesday, August 14, to pay tribute to those who lost their lives and were displaced during the country’s partition in 1947. In an effort to remind current and future
TN Cong to boycott Guv Ravi’s tea party on Independence Day
Chennai, Aug 14 – Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) will boycott the Independence Day tea party hosted by state Governor RN Ravi. President of Tamil Nadu Congress, K Selvaperunthagai said in a statement that the grand old party would boycott the tea party
Cong govt in Telangana borrowed Rs 50,000 crore in eight months: KTR
Hyderabad, Aug 14 – Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K.T. Rama Rao on Wednesday claimed that the Congress government in Telangana raised debt of more than Rs 50,000 crore in just eight months. The former minister said this debt was without the
UGC brings new procedure for admission in Open and Distance Learning Programmes
New Delhi, Aug 14 – Starting from the academic year 2024-25, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced a new enrollment procedure for students seeking admission in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online Programmes. UGC Chairman Prof. Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar told IANS
1,037 police medals announced on I-Day eve, Telangana cop gets top honour
New Delhi, Aug 14 – The Union Ministry of Home Affairs on Wednesday announced service medals for 1,037 police personnel of various central and state forces on the eve of Independence Day. According to the Ministry, the President’s Medal for Gallantry (PPMG) has
High alert, multi-tier security in J&K ahead of Independence Day
Srinagar, Aug 14 A multi-layered security system based on human and technical surveillance has been put in place in Jammu and Kashmir to ensure smooth, peaceful and incident-free 78th Independence Day celebrations, said officials here on Wednesday. An in-depth review of the security