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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 >
New Delhi, Jul 11: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, has officially expanded the Sanchar Mitra Scheme into a nationwide initiative aimed at engaging youth as digital ambassadors to bridge communication gaps and promote digital literacy across the country.In its first outreach effort, the Assam LSA, the field office of DoT, organised an interactive session with representatives from top engineering institutions -- including IIT, IIIT, NIT, and other colleges across A ...Read More >
ITANAGAR, 11 Jul: Governor KT Parnaik emphasized the need for setting up dedicated self-help group (SHG) product marketing hubs in key towns of the state. Interacting with SHGs' members from across the state during a special event held at Raj Bhavan here on 11 July, the governor said that the government can provide the infrastructure, but the leadership and ownership must come from the SHGs. "The hubs must become vibrant SHG bazaars, windows into the creativity and strength of our rural women, ...Read More >
Coimbatore: A world-class testing laboratory and training centre will be established in Pollachi for the benefit of the coir industry, said Union minister of state for micro, small and medium enterprises and labour & employment Shobha Karandlaje at a Coir Industrial Meet held in Pollachi on Friday.In her address, the minister emphasised that the coir sector is a key component of the MSME landscape, supporting grassroots entrepreneurship and contributing to the economy with a minimal carbon footp ...Read More >
Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], July 11 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh Governor, Lt. General KT Parnaik (Retd.), along with the First Lady of the State, Anagha Parnaik interacted with members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) from across the State during a special event held at Raj Bhavan, Itanagar on Friday. According to the Press release from the Raj Bhawan, the Governor and the First Lady of the State visited exhibitions set up by various SHGs. They were deeply impressed by the rich display of trad ...Read More >
GUWAHATI, July 11: Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya on Friday chaired a review meeting with security agencies at Taralangso in Karbi Anglong to assess the law-and-order situation and ongoing security measures in the region. Acharya also expressed his satisfaction over the pace of development of Karbi Anglong, stating that the prevailing peace has led to overall progress of the council areas. As a part of his two-day tour of Karbi Anglong, the Governor also visited a Jal Jeevan Mission pr ...Read More >
Itanagar (Arunachal Pradesh) [India], July 11 (ANI): Arunachal Pradesh Governor, Lt. General KT Parnaik (Retd.), along with the First Lady of the State, Anagha Parnaik interacted with members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) from across the State during a special event held at Raj Bhavan, Itanagar on Friday. According to the Press release from the Raj Bhawan, the Governor and the First Lady of the State visited exhibitions set up by various SHGs. They were deeply impressed by the rich display of trad ...Read More >
KOLKATA: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Thursday described Travel & Tourism Fair (TTF) Kolkata as a vital platform to explore avenues for collaboration between Jammu & Kashmir and West Bengal and promote mutual growth in the tourism sector. Inaugurating the Travel & Tourism Fair (TTF) Kolkata-2025, India's oldest and most trusted B2B travel trade show, at Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan, Kolkata, the Chief Minister emphasized that the fair would encourage all stakeholders to contribute meaningfully ...Read More >
Dr. Mandaviya noted that such partnerships reflect a holistic approach to national wellness, where corporations are not just profit-driven entities but collaborators in India's developmental journey through physical and mental well-being. In a powerful reaffirmation of India's nationwide fitness movement, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) is set to host the 31st edition of "Fit India Sundays on Cycle" on July 13, 2025, across more than 6,000 locations. The event, which has grown f ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 10 (PTI) State governments should provide adequate financial resources to Science & Technology (S&T) Councils, and slightly restructure their governing bodies to drive innovation and technology-led growth, NITI Aayog said on Thursday. In a report titled 'A Roadmap for Strengthening State S&T Council', the Aayog said that these councils must explore wider funding opportunities available with different departments of the central government for activities related to the overall mand ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jul 10 (PTI) State governments should provide adequate financial resources to Science & Technology (S&T) Councils, and slightly restructure their governing bodies to drive innovation and technology-led growth, NITI Aayog said on Thursday. In a report titled 'A Roadmap for Strengthening State S&T Council', the Aayog said that these councils must explore wider funding opportunities available with different departments of the central government for activities related to the overall mand ...Read More >
New Delhi: Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has shared a survey on his social media platform X (formerly Twitter) which projects him as the preferred choice for the Chief Minister's post in Kerala. However, the survey has drawn criticism from within the party, with a Congress leader dismissing it as "cooked up." The survey, conducted by a little-known organization called 'Jan Ki Baat', claimed that 48% of respondents favoured Tharoor as the next CM, significantly ahead of other pote ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 2025: As Odisha welcomed millions of visitors for Ratha Yatra 2025, Coca-Cola India, in partnership with its bottling operations, ensured access to refreshment and hydration for those attending one of India's largest cultural festivals. The company's on-ground presence made chilled beverages easily accessible across Puri, while supporting the local economy. To make this possible, the company ensured availability of beverages through a strong retail and distribution network acros ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse, on Wednesday paid a significant visit to the Weightlifting Warriors Academy in Modinagar, a premier training centre recognised under the Khelo India Accredited Academy initiative. Olympic medalist Mirabai Chanu joined her, Chief National Coach Vijay Sharma, Indian Weightlifting Federation (IWLF) President Sahdev Yadav, and CEO Ashwani Kumar. The Weightlifting Warriors Academy, founded by the C ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 9 (ANI): Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports, Raksha Khadse, on Wednesday paid a significant visit to the Weightlifting Warriors Academy in Modinagar, a premier training centre recognised under the Khelo India Accredited Academy initiative. Olympic medalist Mirabai Chanu joined her, Chief National Coach Vijay Sharma, Indian Weightlifting Federation (IWLF) President Sahdev Yadav, and CEO Ashwani Kumar. The Weightlifting Warriors Academy, founded by the C ...Read More >
Bihar Elections 2025: The Election Commission is revising voter rolls, starting in Bihar. Form 6, used for voter registration, requires no citizenship proof. Aadhaar is accepted for age and residence but not citizenship. Special Intensive Revision aims to remove ineligible voters. Political opposition arises over document exclusion. Concerns exist about non-citizens on voter lists due to lax verification. Ahead of the Bihar Elections 2025, the Election Commission's (EC) nationwide intensive rev ...Read More >
Srinagar- Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Tuesday said that street protests by ordinary citizens against Pakistan-backed terrorism reflect a growing public rejection of violence and are a positive sign for establishing permanent peace in the Valley. Addressing the Tourism Secretaries' Meet of Union Territories at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar, the LG said that a peaceful and secure environment is vital for the sustained development of Jammu and Kashmi ...Read More >
Jaipur: Senior Congress leader and former chief minister Ashok Gehlot criticised the Bhajan Lal Sharma-led BJP govt in Rajasthan, accusing it of surrendering to the sand mafia and failing to uphold law and order in the state. Speaking on the birth anniversary of senior Congress leader Late Girija Vyas at PCC Tuesday, Gehlot said, "The sand mafia has completely taken over. Sand prices are skyrocketing, and the common man can't even afford to build a home. During our tenure, we faced challenges to ...Read More >
Shillong (Meghalaya) [India], July 8 (ANI): In a step towards developing sports in the Northeast region, the Meghalaya Sports Department signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Tuesday with Secretary General of the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), K Sultan Singh, and President of the Shooting Association of Meghalaya, John F Kharshiin, according to an official statement. The signing ceremony took place in presence of Meghalaya's Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma, the President of ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Union Minister for Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya M. Scindia on Tuesday met the CEO of Cisco, Chuck Robbins, along with his team.The minister deliberated on the conversation to deepen their footprint in India's rapidly evolving digital technology landscape and growing market. During the meeting, he highlighted the importance of leveraging the country's vast potential and vibrant talent pool.'It was a pleasure to meet @Chuc ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 8 (ANI): Union Minister for Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region Jyotiraditya M. Scindia on Tuesday met the CEO of Cisco, Chuck Robbins, along with his team. The minister deliberated on the conversation to deepen their footprint in India rapidly evolving digital technology landscape and growing market. During the meeting, he highlighted the importance of leveraging the country vast potential and vibrant talent pool. It was a pleasure to meet @Chuck ...Read More >
New Delhi, July 7 (SocialNews.XYZ) Senior Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) functionaries Sunil Ambekar and Anil Agarwal addressed a joint press conference on Monday, where they spoke at length about the organisation's initiatives in Manipur, its position on constitutional values, language, and its centenary-year roadmap for nationwide outreach and social transformation. On the ongoing ethnic tensions in Manipur, Ambekar stated that RSS volunteers were working actively on the ground to support ...Read More >
Ranchi, July 7: Jharkhand Finance Minister Radhakrishna Kishore has issued a strong message to government officials, stating that delays and negligence in public service would no longer be tolerated. Speaking to the media after a Janata Darbar held at Congress Bhawan on Monday, the Minister emphasized the need for timely and transparent handling of public grievances. Kishore pointed out that several welfare schemes, including the old age pension, were being impacted due to the central governmen ...Read More >
AHMEDABAD: In a big leap for gender empowerment through grassroots economics, Gujarat's cooperative dairy model is emerging as a powerful engine of women-led growth. Women now make up 32% of the state's 36 lakh dairy members, with their presence rapidly expanding across both production and governance. In a striking indicator of this transformation, women led milk societies have seen a 39% surge in daily milk collection, now touching 57 lakh litres per day. At the governance level, 82 women ha ...Read More >
Bengaluru, 7, 2025 - In a landmark recognition of India's growing contribution to the global cooperative movement, Mr. Kishor Kumar T K, representing ULCCS India, has been officially inducted as a member of the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) Working Group on Cooperative Cultural Heritage (WG-CCH). His induction took place during the International Workshop on Promoting Cooperative Cultural Heritage, held on 30 June 2025 at the historic Rochdale Pioneers Museum -- widely regarded as the ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], July 7 (ANI): BJP National President and Union Minister JP Nadda on Sunday virtually inaugurated new district offices of the party in the national capital, further strengthening the party's grassroots organisational structure across Delhi. As part of the initiative, BJP offices have now been established in all 14 districts of Delhi. Also Read | Is There a Public Holiday Today, July 7 Across India for Muharram? Will Schools, Banks, Stock Market Remain Open or Closed on 7th Ju ...Read More >
The Election Commission of India reports that nearly 87% of Bihar's 7.96 crore voters have received semi-filled enumeration forms for the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Distributed during the first BLO visit to 1.5 crore households, nearly 38 lakh forms have already been collected. The EC emphasizes 'Inclusion First,' with 1.Nearly 87 per cent of the 7.96 crore voters in Bihar have been provided with semi-filled enumeration forms for the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) o ...Read More >
Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) [India], July 6 (ANI): A team of around 25 technical experts from the British Royal Air Force is expected to land in Kerala on Sunday aboard an A400M Atlas military transport aircraft to inspect the F-35B fighter jet that made an emergency landing at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport on the night of June 14, sources said. The visiting team will assess the condition of the stranded jet to determine whether it can be repaired locally or needs to be dismantled an ...Read More >
Anand (Gujarat) [India], July 6 (ANI): Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah on Sunday outlined the 'five Ps' framework of initiatives undertaken by the Ministry of Cooperation over the past four years, stating that more than 60 initiatives have been implemented under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing a gathering on the occasion of the completion of four years of the Ministry of Cooperation, Shah said, 'In the Cooperation Ministry's four years, more ...Read More >
Anand (Gujarat) [India], July 6 (ANI): Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah on Sunday outlined the 'five Ps' framework of initiatives undertaken by the Ministry of Cooperation over the past four years, stating that more than 60 initiatives have been implemented under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Addressing a gathering on the occasion of the completion of four years of the Ministry of Cooperation, Shah said, "In the Cooperation Ministry's four years, more ...Read More >
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