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The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) successfully launched an Advanced Earth Orbiting Satellite (EOS-08). The primary objective of the mission was to design and develop micro-satellites, with expertise in remote sensing ocean surface wind, soil moisture assessment, cryosphere studies over the Himalayan region, flood detection, and inland water body detection. However, the launch of the...

Adani Ports & SEZ has announced the arrival of the first mother ship at its Vizhinjam port. This is a milestone event marking India’s entry into the global transshipment and ushering in a new era in India’s maritime history, positioning Vizhinjam as a critical player in the international trade routes. The event was inaugurated by...

Data is the new gold. Data is required to identify problems, frame policies, recognise beneficiaries and deliver solutions to them. Over the last three decades, societies across the globe have made tremendous progress in improving the processes of gathering, analysing and using data. This has improved social welfare efforts by government and other entities. July...

The education department of Government of Maharashtra has announced that pre-primary and primary classes in schools will commence no earlier than 9 AM from academic year 2024-25. A Government Resolution (GR) was issued on Thursday, June 13, directing the schools to start classes for pre-primary students till class 4 at or after 9 AM,...

Election is a very important tool in democracy. It is through election that citizens of a nation choose their representatives and select their leaders. Political leaders represent different political parties which work for various goals. In the general election held in 2014, the BJP-led NDA secured 282 seats and formed the government, making Narendra Modi...

We, as a nation, are on a remarkable path and we will definitely surpass it, said, Shri Sudeep Jain (IAS), Additional Secretary, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, Government of India, referring to the 500GW renewable energy target by 2030. He was speaking at the Curtain Raiser of  PHDCCI conference on Green Energy Financing & Sustainability: Challenges & Solutions held on March 27 at PHD House, New Delhi....

The Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government announced the implementation of the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019 or CAA on 11th March 2024 ahead of the Lok Sabha Elections. The CAA amends the Citizenship Act of 1955 to provide Indian citizenship to migrants from Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan who belong to Hindu, Sikh, Jain, Parsi, Buddhist, and...

Marmaris, a gem in the Turkish Riviera, is a dream for anyone who loves the sea. This town is not just beautiful; it's also full of history and culture. Think of blue waters, friendly people, and an atmosphere that makes you feel like you're part of a storybook. That's Marmaris for you. And the...

Researchers working in the area of science & technology often face problems in finding credible sources and scientific publications. This may change soon.  The Office of the Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government of India is working on an initiative called ‘One Nation, One Subscription’ to enable researchers to access all accredited publications and...

While we love decking up our homes during the festival of Diwali with lights, flowers, candles, earthen lamps and various home decor items, it would also be a great idea to light up a few more homes around ours, the residents of which wait round the year to sell diyas handmade by them, artificial...

The pursuit of justice is a fundamental cornerstone of any democratic society. In India, the right to justice is enshrined in the Constitution, ensuring that every citizen has access to legal remedies and protection of their rights. Legal Services Day, observed on November 9th every year, serves as a poignant reminder of the pivotal...

In a recently published report, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has shed light on a growing concern in India - the alarming rise in road accidents and fatalities. The "Road Accidents in India-2022" report paints a grim picture of the state of road safety in the country. As we delve into the...