Russia announced on Friday that President Vladimir Putin will confer its highest civilian award, the “Order of the Holy Apostle Andrew the First,” on Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his work on bilateral ties.“The order was presented to the Prime Minister of India for his distinguished contribution to the development of a privileged strategic partnership […]
Read MoreRecovering the spirit of the Rowlatt Satyagraha, 100 years later Notably, while the scale, intensity and character of the protests varied enormously, one feature was constant: the display of Hindu-Muslim harmony The leaders of our major (and minor) political parties are currently crisscrossing the country in search of votes. Exactly a 100 years ago, in […]
Read MorePrayagraj Kumbh Mela 2019 Prayagraj Kumbh Mela 2019 has been placed in the Guinness World Records in three sectors. The three sectors are: Largest traffic and crowd management plan, The biggest painting exercise of public sites under “Paint my City” scheme, and The biggest sanitation and waste disposal mechanism. Kumbh Mela Kumbh Mela is the largest peaceful congregation […]
Read MoreBiodiversity & Environment Arun-3 Hydro Project Recently the government has approved an investment proposal for transmission component in Nepal portion of Arun-3 Hydro Electric Project. The investment will be done by state-owned Sutlej Jal Vikas Nigam (SJVN) which has been carrying out the construction work at the plant. The power from the project will be exported from Dhalkebar in […]
Read MoreYoung Scientist Programme Launched at ISRO Indian Space Research Organisation has launched a special programme for School Children called “Young Scientist Programme” “YUva VIgyani KAryakram” (युविका)fromthis year. The Program is primarily aimed at imparting basic knowledge on Space Technology, Space Science and Space Applications to the younger ones with the intent of arousing their interest in […]
Read MoreIndia shines at Oscars, ‘Period. End of Sentence’ wins Documentary Short Subject Award-winning filmmaker Rayka Zehtabchi has directed the short film, which has been produced by Indian producer Guneet Monga’s Sikhya Entertainment. The film came to into being as a part of The Pad Project, started by students at the Oakwood School in Los Angeles […]
Read Moreनैशनल वॉर मेमोरियल: सदा के लिए पत्थरों पर दर्ज हुए 26000 सैनिकों के नामइंडिया गेट के पास 40 एकड़ जमीन पर 176 करोड़ रुपये की लागत से बने नैशनल वॉर मेमोरियल का उद्घाटन आज शाम को प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी करेंगे। इसके बाद यह पब्लिक के लिए खुल जाएगा। इस मेमोरियल में सेना, नौसेना और वायुसेना […]
Read MoreSushil Chandra, chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), has been appointed Election Commissioner. His appointment takes effect from the day he assumes charge, said a statement from the ministry of law and justice. Chandra’s term as CBDT chief ends on 31 May, 2019. Chandra will join Chief Election Commissioner Sunil Arora and Election Commissioner Ashok […]
Read MoreIn a major boost for the Hindi language and a recognition of its global footprints, Abu Dhabi has included it as the third official language used in its courts, alongside Arabic and English. The step has been taken as part of a move designed to improve access to justice. The decision is aimed at helping […]
Read Moreगणतंत्र दिवस से एक दिन पूर्व देश के सर्वोच्च नागरिक सम्मानों में से एक पद्म पुरस्कार की घोषणा शुक्रवार को की गई। इसके तहत चार हस्तियों को पद्म विभूषण, 14 को पद्म भूषण और 94 को पद्मश्री से नवाजा जा रहा है। यह अवॉर्ड कला, समाज सेवा, लोक मामलों, विज्ञान व इंजिनियरिंग, व्यापार व उद्योग, मेडिसिन, साहित्य व शिक्षा, खेल, […]
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