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NEW DELHI, April 7 (Xinhua) -- India's Department of Atomic Energy on Tuesday announced that its most advanced indigenously designed nuclear reactor has reached criticality. Criticality in a nuclear programme is the stage at which a nuclear reactor achieves a self-sustaining fission chain reaction, where neutron production equals or exceeds losses. The reactor is located at Kalpakkam in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu and operated by state-run Bharatiya Nabhikiya Vidyut Nigam Ltd. "With the achievement of first criticality, India moves closer to realizing the full potential of its three-stage nuclear power programme. Fast breeder technology forms the vital bridge between the current fleet of pressurized heavy water reactors and the future deployment of thorium-based reactors, leveraging the country's abundant thorium resources for long-term clean energy generation," the department said in a statement. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has hailed the landmark achievement. In a social media post on Monday night, Modi said India took a defining step in its civil nuclear journey, advancing the second stage of its nuclear programme. ■
Mumbai: The birth of three penguin chicks at Mumbai's Veermata Jijabai Bhosale Udyan and Zoo has sparked an unexpected row not over their care, but their names. BJP functionary Nitin Bankar from the Byculla Assembly constituency has objected to the chicks being given English names, insisting they be named in Marathi instead. The BMC is expected to respond by June 10, after which Bankar will decide his next move. Speaking to The Free Press Journal, Bankar said, "When penguins were brought from abroad, we accepted that their names would be in English. But these chicks were born on the soil of M ...Read More >
Noting that the evolution of Quad has been a "notable development," External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has said the Indo-Pacific is experiencing "significant changes" including new convergences and partnerships. "In an era of collaborative endeavours, the Indo-Pacific will require practical solutions, nimble diplomacy, greater adjustment and more open conversations. The G7 can be one such partner," Mr. Jaishankar said as he attended the G7 FMM Outreach Session with Indo-Pacific partners in the Italian city of Fiuggi on Tuesday. G7 ministers throw support behind Israel-Hezbollah ceasefir ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): The Central government has raised financial limits under the General Financial Rules (GFRs) for procurement of scientific equipment and consumables. The simplification of GFRs will reduce delays and enhance autonomy and flexibility for the research organisations. Also Read | PM Narendra Modi To Visit Odisha on June 20 To Attend BJP Govt's First Anniversary Function, Says State Minister Suresh Pujari. Under the new rules, the Finance Ministry said that Vice Chancelors, Dierectors and academic institutions under specified departments and ministries will be abl ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Sustainability is at the heart of our maritime policy, and we are committed to achieving net zero emissions at major ports by 2047, said Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal on Saturday. During an interaction with students of the Blue MBA Executive Programme at Copenhagen Business School (CBS), Sonowal outlined India's strategy to transform its maritime infrastructure through flagship initiatives like the Sagarmala Programme and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047. "These efforts aim to build modern, multimodal logistics systems w ...Read More >
Ahmedabad, July 14 (PTI) The Gujarat High Court on Monday directed a man, facing contempt of court for attending a virtual court hearing while relieving himself on a toilet seat, to deposit Rs 1 lakh with the court's registry after observing that he was ready to tender an unconditional apology. The incident occurred on June 20 when Justice Nirzar S Desai was hearing a case. A video of the man soon went viral, prompting the high court to initiate suo motu contempt proceedings. On Monday, the division bench of Justices AS Supehia and RT Vachhani directed the man, identified as Samad Abdul Rehm ...Read More >
The event has brought together energy ministers from various states, top government officials, and industry leaders from the oil and gas sectorSource : pexel Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, on Thursday said that he expects the new round of hydrocarbon exploration being launched in India to strike several big Guyana-sized oilfields, particularly in the Andaman Sea. We will drill and explore for more hydrocarbons in an area of more than 2,00,000 sq km under OALP (Open A ...Read More >
Alipurduar, May 29 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday laid the foundation of a Rs 1,010 crore City Gas Distribution Project in West Bengal's northern district of Alipurduar and said that the state's development is key to India's future. The project aims to supply Piped Natural Gas (PNG) to 2.5 lakh households, over 100 commercial establishments, and establish 19 CNG stations. "The City gas distribution project in Alipurduar is our commitment to strengthening the region's clean energy infrastructure," Modi said at the outset. "Bengal's development is key to India's future," Modi ...Read More >
New Delhi: Three Indian citizens vanished mysteriously in Tehran. Darkness closed in as hope seemed lost. A ruthless Pakistani gang with potential links to ISI snatched them away, casting a shadow of fear. But relentless Indian diplomats refused to back down. Against all odds, a daring rescue mission ignited. Now, the captives are free, and a chilling game of espionage comes to light. The Punjab-based trio - Amritpal Singh from Hoshiarpur, Jaspal Singh from SBS Nagar and Hushnapreet Singh from Sangrur - had landed in Iran on May 1. Promised a clandestine route to Australia via Dubai and Tehra ...Read More >
Shimla: Heavy rains lashed Himachal Pradesh on Sunday, triggering landslides and flash floods and blocking more than 100 roads, even as the weather department issued a red alert.A landslide at Chakki Mod near Parwanoo blocked the Chandigarh-Shimla highway for hours, resulting in a massive traffic jam Sunday morning. The local administration had to divert traffic through the Jangeshu link road until the landslide debris was cleared at Chakki Mod.The traffic was first restored one-way and later two-way, but the traffic jam continued on both sides of the highway throughout the day due to slow veh ...Read More >
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], July 1 (ANI): Chhattisgarh is rapidly emerging as one of India's fastest-growing industrial hubs, having received investment proposals over Rs 6.75 lakh crore in the past one and a half years and reflecting a strong and growing confidence among investors. This progress was further reinforced at the 'Industry Dialogue 2' held in Raipur on Tuesday. In the presence of Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, new proposals worth Rs 1.25 lakh crore were finalised. The strong interest from investors highlights the state's growing importance in India's industrial l ...Read More >
Tata Power is transitioning from a pure-play solar and wind company to become a force in the hybrid renewable energy market and is also ready to take part in nuclear power development in future, Chairman N Chandrasekaran said on Friday. He was addressing shareholders at the company's 106th Annual General Meeting (AGM). Sharing the future plans of the company, Chandrasekaran said, "The company is transitioning from being a pure-play solar and wind company to being a force in the hybrid renewable ...Read More >
NEW DELHI -- NEW DELHI (AP) -- Tesla Inc. opened its first showroom in India on Tuesday, marking the electric vehicle maker's long-anticipated debut in the world's third-biggest automotive market. Located in the Bandra-Kurla Complex, an upscale business center in the financial capital Mumbai, the showroom will serve as Tesla's flagship retail and experience outlet as the company introduces its EV lineup to Indian customers. Tesla's entry to India comes after years of delays and policy friction, marking a pivotal expansion in a fast-growing consumer base while global sales are plunging and th ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 15 (ANI): Union Minister Pralhad Joshi on Tuesday said that the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is committed to advancing cutting-edge renewable energy technologies under the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, ensuring India leads in clean energy innovation. In this respect, the MNRE's support for premier institutions like NCPRE and IIT Bombay strengthens domestic R&D, reduces reliance on imported technology, and fosters indigenous manufacturing, he said, according to the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. Also Read | Mohit Suri's Hits and Flops: A Box Offi ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: Former head of Air India and chairman of the Railway Board Ashwani Lohani is the new Prime Ministers Museum and Library (PMML) director. The official order for his appointment was issued on Wednesday. A 1980-batch officer of the Indian Railway Service of Mechanical Engineering (IRSME), Lohani is known for turning around various organisations during his illustrious career. Following his retirement from IRSME service, he joined the GMR Group as the CEO. According to the order dated June 4, his appointment to the post of director, Prime Ministers Museum and Library in the rank and pa ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar: Revenue minister Suresh Pujari on Saturday said Odisha would not be allowed to follow the lawless path in sand operations like it is in Bihar and West Bengal, while responding to the recent assault of an additional tehsildar in Kaptipada block, Mayurbhanj district, by the sand mafia. He promised stringent action against the sand mafia regardless of their connections, while speaking to mediapersons here on Saturday."The Kaptipada incident represents a serious escalation in conflict between law enforcement and the sand mafia. The attack on officers performing their enforcement dutie ...Read More >
Guwahati, Jul 15 (PTI) Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will visit Assam on Wednesday during which they will interact with party functionaries of the state. State Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi said the district, block and mandal presidents of the party will be able to present their views before its top leadership during Kharge and Gandhi's visit. Also Read | Did Lucknow Court Judge Take Selfie With Rahul Gandhi During Hearing of Indian Army 'Defamation' Case? BJP's Amit Malviya Found Fake in Fact Check. "I look forward to welcoming Shri ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday condoled the passing of Dr. Jayant Narlikar, a luminary in the field of astrophysics and said that the latter's writings have also gone a long way in making science accessible to common citizens. "The passing of Dr. Jayant Narlikar is a monumental loss to the scientific community. He was a luminary, especially in the field of astrophysics. His pioneering works, especially key theoretical frameworks, will be valued by generations of researchers," PM Modi posted on X. "He made a mark as an institution builder, grooming ce ...Read More >
Sample of Earth Minerals. (Representative) Quick Read Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. India is negotiating with companies to create long-term rare earth magnet stockpiles. The initiative aims to reduce dependence on China, which controls 90% of magnet processing globally. The government is considering fiscal incentives to boost domestic production of rare earth magnets. New Delhi: India is holding talks with companies to establish long-term stockpiles of rare earth magnets by offering fiscal incentives for domestic production, people familiar with the matter said. Building ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Union Minister for Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy on Friday released the Copper Vision Document and the Aluminium Vision Document at the international conference here on sustainable and responsible mining through best mine closure practices, organised by the Indian National Committee of the World Mining Congress. Reddy emphasised copper's vital contribution to India's energy transition, infrastructure growth, and green technologies such as electric vehicles and solar power. He stated that the Vision Document provides a long-term strategy to meet growing domestic demand while ensuri ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], July 9 (ANI): Following the violent protest at Kerala University, a case has been registered against 27 activists of the ruling CPM's Students Federation of India (SFI), including its state secretary P S Sanjeev, who has been named the prime accused, police said. The case also names 1,000 identifiable protesters who have been accused of damaging public property, forcibly entering the university campus, and assaulting police and university staff, police said on Tuesday. Also Read | Nobel Peace Prize 2025: From Mahatma Gandhi to Jawaharlal Nehru, Check Full ...Read More >
New Delhi, Feb 7 (VOICE) In a testament to the nation's commitment to a cleaner, greener future, India has achieved a historic milestone by surpassing 100 GW of installed solar power capacity, reinforcing its position as a global leader in renewable energy, the government said on Friday.As of January 31, India's total solar capacity installed stands at 100.33 GW, with 84.10 GW under implementation and an additional 47.49 GW under tendering. This remarkable achievement marks a significant step toward realising the ambitious target of 500 GW of non-fossil fuel-based energy capacity by 2030 set ...Read More >
Guwahati, June 6 (UNI) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, while slamming Congress MP Rahul Gandhi for his 'surrender Modi' jibe, took his followers through a "reality check" as to which party and family surrendered India's interest and territory. "Rahul Gandhi has the audacity to mock the Prime Minister despite the massive success of OperationSindoor . Let's jog his memory as to which party and family has surrendered India's interest and territory, and backstabbed the people with their treachery," said the Assam Chief Minister on his X handle. "1947-48 - PoK Betrayal: It was Nehru who ...Read More >
Srinagar, Jul 3 (PTI) The annual Amarnath Yatra began on Thursday with the first batches of pilgrims setting off from the twin base camps in Baltal and Nunwan towards the 3880-metre-high cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas, which houses a naturally formed ice-lingam, officials said. The yatra started early morning from the twin tracks -- the traditional 48-km Nunwan-Pahalgam route and the 14-km Baltal route. The batches of pilgrims, including men, women and sadhus, left from the Nunwan base camp in Pahalgam, in south Kashmir's Anantnag, and Baltal base camp in Sonamarg area of central ...Read More >
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh IT and Human Resources Development Minister Nara Lokesh on Friday hailed the successful implementation of the state-wide 'Mega Parent-Teacher Meeting (PTM) 2.0' programme. Expressing gratitude to all stakeholders, he credited the collective efforts of government and private schools, colleges, education officials, staff, headmasters, teachers, students, parents, donors, alumni, public representatives, and officers from various departments for making the event a success. ...Read More >
Mumbai: Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Thursday that he held discussions on cabinet expansion with union home minister Amit Shah, party national president J P Nadda, and the party national general secretary B L Santhosh on Wednesday night. Fadnavis was on a two-day visit to Delhi days after being sworn in as chief minister. He met President Draupudi Murmu, PM Narendra Modi, defence minister Rajnath Singh and union road transport minister Nitin Gadkari. He also presented five different ...Read More >
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], July 1 (ANI): Chhattisgarh is rapidly emerging as one of India's fastest-growing industrial hubs, having received investment proposals over Rs 6.75 lakh crore in the past one and a half years and reflecting a strong and growing confidence among investors. This progress was further reinforced at the 'Industry Dialogue 2' held in Raipur on Tuesday. In the presence of Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, new proposals worth Rs 1.25 lakh crore were finalised. Also Read | Sivakasi Cracker Factory Blast: 5 Killed, 2 Injured in Explosion in Gokulesh Fireworks F ...Read More >
CHENNAI: India emerged as a key architect of the BRICS agenda -- driving local-currency trade, global governance reform, green investments, and digital regulation. These developments offer strong tailwinds for sectors spanning finance, infrastructure, technology, agriculture, and clean energy. With India set to assume BRICS Chairmanship in 2026, its businesses are well-positioned to capitalise on newfound opportunities. Following are some of the highlights from the Summit as far as such opportunities are concerned: National Currencies BRICS leaders, including India, endorsed increasing trad ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Dr Jitendra Singh on Monday called for a paradigm shift in the agriculture sector by embracing cutting-edge technology and fostering greater synergy among stakeholders. He said this while addressing the 96th Annual General Meeting of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Society at the NASC Complex in the national capital. Speaking at the high-profile event chaired by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Dr Singh underscored that every technology available global ...Read More >
The opposition has been demanding a debate on Operation Sindoor -- the strike on terror sites in Pakistan by the Indian armed forces in response to the terrorist attack in Pahalgam on April 22. Congress parliamentary party leader Sonia Gandhi will chair a key meeting on Tuesday to finalise the party's strategy for the upcoming Monsoon session of Parliament which is expected to witness confrontations between the opposition and the government on a host of issues. Opposition parties are expected t ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): India and Italy will strengthen cooperation in agriculture and food processing, and set up Joint Working Groups in the automobile and space sectors, the Minister of Commerce & Industry said in a release. The decision was reached during a high-level meeting held between Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal, and Italy's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Antonio Tajani, in Brescia--Italy's manufacturing hub. The two leaders co-chaired the 22nd session of the India-Italy Joint Commission for Econom ...Read More >