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Guwahati (Assam) [India], October 16 (ANI): Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday attended a felicitation ceremony of Jhumoir Binandini at Khanapra in Guwahati, where he honoured artistes, trainers and expert committee members from 24 out of the 27 participating districts. The Chief Minister, at the same venue, flagged off 80 Sanjivini vehicles under the Pradhan Mantri Cha Shramik Protsahan Yojana to boost healthcare in tea gardens and nearby areas across 30 districts. Also Read ...Read More >
The Indian Navy is hosting a seminar on cyber threats to the maritime sector, featuring top ministries, defence experts, and start-ups. The event promotes cybersecurity collaboration, indigenous innovation, and secure maritime growth under national development visions New Delhi: With an aim to deepen understanding of cyber threats in the maritime domain, the Indian Navy is organising a seminar here on Thursday. The seminar, titled 'Impact of Cyber Attacks on Maritime Sector and Its Effects on ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 16 (PTI) The Indian Navy on Thursday organised a seminar aimed at enhancing the understanding of cyber threats in the maritime domain and fostering collaboration among main stakeholders to strengthen the national cybersecurity posture. Titled 'Impact of Cyber Attacks on Maritime Sector and Its Effects on National Security and International Relations', it was hosted at the Sushma Swaraj Bhawan here. Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi emphasised the government's focus on the mar ...Read More >
Guwahati: The ruling BJP criticised its partner, the Tipra Motha Party (TMP), for accusing the saffron party of not doing anything for the welfare of the tribals. BJP's Tripura State Vice-President Bimal Chakma, party General Secretary Bipin Debbarma and youth leader Sanjit Reang jointly said that leaders of the TMP are distorting Tripura's history to gain electoral mileage ahead of the crucial elections to the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) early next year. Chakma s ...Read More >
Agartala, Oct 16 (PTI) The ruling BJP of Tripura on Thursday supported Chief Minister Manik Saha's recent statement on the origin of the Bru community people, asserting that his contention that they came from Chittagong in present-day Bangladesh was based on history. Opposing that view, BJP ally Tipra Motha Party (TMP) claimed that going by that logic, Saha becomes a "Bangladeshi CM" as his family had come from a land which is now Bangladesh. An organisation of the Bru people on Tuesday said S ...Read More >
Pune: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Thursday that the government expects to achieve an annual target of manufacturing military hardware worth Rs 3 lakh crore in India and Rs 50,000 crore in exports by 2029 as part of the big push to self-reliance in the defence sector. "Operation Sindoor is a glowing testimony to India's growing indigenous prowess, which is a result of the government's relentless efforts to create a self-reliant defence manufacturing ecosystem within the country," the ...Read More >
Addressing mayors and officials from across the country, CM Patel said that during his initial political career, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel served as the president of the 'Ahmedabad Municipality' from 1924 to 1928. The CM said the city of Ahmedabad "truly exemplifies PM Modi's mantra of "Vikas bhi virasat bhi" (development along with heritage). "Sardar Patel served as the president of the Ahmedabad Municipality from 1924 to 1928, and 100 years ago, he demonstrated how an ideal city can be built ...Read More >
Lucknow: Adding a green touch to Diwali celebrations, the LMC will sell over 30,000 eco-friendly Gomai (cow dung) diyas and Ganesh-Lakshmi idols made from cow dung this festive season.The diyas, crafted at Kanha Upvan, will be available in packs of 4, 10, 20, and 300 from Oct 15. According to LMC's animal welfare officer Abhinav Verma: "The civic body aims to exceed last year's sale through its Kanji Houses located in Thakurganj, Rae Bareli Road (PGI campus), Sugamau Road (Jarhara, Indira Nagar) ...Read More >
Lucknow, October 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) 'Vocal for Local' and Go Swadeshi campaigns for achieving 'atmanirbharata' are not just slogans in Uttar Pradesh, but the state administration is also striving to achieve this in every sphere, the latest being linking of cow shelters with the initiative. The initiative is expected to give a new dimension to cow protection while also promoting indigenous industries and sustainable livelihoods through cow-based products. The state administration has planned t ...Read More >
Union Health Minister JP Nadda announced his switch to Indian email provider Zoho Mail for official communication, joining ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Shivraj Singh Chouhan in supporting the 'swadeshi' initiative. Zoho Mail was launched in 2008 by Chennai-based Zoho Corporation. Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda on Monday said that he has switched to Indian email service provider, Zoho mail for all official communication. "Namaskar, I would like to inform you ...Read More >
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated that some nations are openly violating international rules, while others aim to establish their own norms for global dominance. India advocates for reforming outdated international structures and strongly upholds the existing rules-based order, emphasizing the need for reformed multilateralism to address contemporary challenges. Some nations are "openly violating" the international rules, while many others are wanting to create their own norms and dominate ...Read More >
India's sovereign artificial intelligence (AI) model is scheduled to be ready before the AI Impact Summit in February 2026, a top IT ministry official announced on Friday. Speaking at the India Mobile Congress 2025, Electronics and IT Secretary S. Krishnan made the timeline public. He indicated that while India was a late entrant to the AI space, the country has rapidly scaled up its compute infrastructure. Krishnan confirmed the ambitious timeline: "Before the end of this year, hopefully, we s ...Read More >
The Indian Navy will commission the Androth on Monday. This new anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft will join the fleet in Visakhapatnam. The vessel has over 80 percent indigenous content. Its induction will bolster the Navy's anti-submarine capabilities. This event highlights India's commitment to self-reliance in defense. GRSE built the craft. It marks a step for maritime security. The Indian Navy will commission a new anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft on Monday that is expect ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], October 6 (ANI): The Indian Navy is set to commission Androth, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at a ceremonial event scheduled for Monday at the Visakhapatnam Naval Dockyard. The ceremony will be presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command, an official press release from Ministry of Defence said on Sunday. The commissioning of Androth marks yet another milestone ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: CM Rekha Gupta on Sunday said the government is fully committed to supporting the Prajapati (Kumhar) community in every possible way. Speaking at the Prajapati (Kumhar) Mahakumbh, organised by the National Prajapati Federation at Adarsh Ramlila Ground in Narela, the Chief Minister assured that her government will continue to work for the welfare, education, skill development, and empowerment of the Prajapati community. Interacting with community representatives and artisans, the Chi ...Read More >
Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) [India], October 6 (ANI): The Indian Navy is set to commission Androth, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at a ceremonial event scheduled for Monday at the Visakhapatnam Naval Dockyard. The ceremony will be presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command, an official press release from Ministry of Defence said on Sunday. The commissioning of Androth marks yet another milestone ...Read More >
. NEW DELHI: Centre of Policy Research and Governance (CPRG) organised a seminar titled "AI for Inclusion in India" at the India International Centre in New Delhi on Friday, setting the stage for the upcoming India-AI Impact Summit 2026. The discussion focused on how artificial intelligence can be used to bridge gaps in equity, accessibility, and empowerment in India's digital future. The event brought together experts from government, academia, and civil society. Rajit Punhani, CEO of the Food ...Read More >
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, at the organisation's centenary Vijayadashmi rally, stated that countries' reactions to the Pahalgam terror attack revealed their true friendship with India. He highlighted India's firm rebuttal, 'Operation Sindoor,' after terrorists killed 26 Indians. Bhagwat also linked the rise of extremism to systemic lethargy, urging state and society collaboration for justice. Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday said the positions taken by various countries ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 2 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today lauded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for its contribution to India's national development and character-building since the days of the freedom struggle and expressed confidence that the organisation would continue to play a pivotal role in shaping a Viksit Bharat (Developed India) by 2047. "Guided by its values, and strengthened by a century of service, the Sangh's contribution in the next phase of India's journey will be crucial ...Read More >
Imphal, Oct 2 (UNI) The birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi was observed as National Cleanliness Day/Swachh Bharat Diwas at Gandhi Memorial Hall, Imphal, with Governor of Manipur Ajay Kumar Bhalla leading the celebrations. The Governor, along with the Speaker of the Manipur Assembly, former Chief Minister, MLAs, Chief Secretary, DGP, senior civil and police officials and members of the public, offered floral tributes to the statue of Mahatma Gandhi. Addressing the gathering, the Governor highl ...Read More >
Nagpur, Oct 12 (PTI) RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday linked the unrest in India's neighbourhood to a disconnect between governments and societies and the lack of able administrators, cautioning that forces wanting to create such disturbances in Bharat are active inside as well as outside the country. He advocated 'swadeshi' (use of indigenous resources) and 'swavalamban' (self-reliance), stressing that international trade and economic relations should be on India's terms and not out of comp ...Read More >
Imphal, Oct 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Wednesday called for stronger intergenerational solidarity to build a more compassionate and inclusive Manipur. Speaking at the observance of the International Day of Older Persons (IDOP)-2025, the Governor emphasised that elders are not merely recipients of care but active participants in shaping society. He highlighted that their wisdom, resilience, and lived experiences remain invaluable assets, guiding both families and communiti ...Read More >
Lucknow: Senior Samajwadi Party leader and former minister Gayatri Prajapati was attacked by a fellow inmate inside Lucknow Jail on Tuesday. The scuffle took place within the jail premises, after which prison authorities launched an internal inquiry. According to a statement issued by Dr Ramdhani, DIG Prisons, Lucknow Range, the incident occurred after Prajapati allegedly used abusive language towards another inmate, Vishwas Rajput. In response, Vishwas attacked Prajapati using a sharp object i ...Read More >
World's Oldest And Most Mysterious Temple: Not In India Or China But In...Older Than Pyramids- Buried By Its Builders The Indian Army will host the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries' (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave in New Delhi from October 14 to 16, 2025, as announced by India's Ministry of Defence. The UNTCC Chiefs Conclave is a landmark event aimed at fostering dialogue among nations that contribute troops to UN peacekeeping missions. It provides a platform to discuss operational strategi ...Read More >
New Delhi, October 1: Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Wednesday highlighted India's push for swadeshi technology, digital innovation, and self-reliant growth. During the media briefing on Union Cabinet decisions, Vaishnaw's presentation used Zoho Show, a homegrown, cloud-based presentation software, demonstrating the country's growing capabilities in digital innovation. Furthermore, he pointed out that the maps included in the presentation were sourced from Mappls by MapmyIndia, another n ...Read More >
Bengaluru : GPS Renewables, one of the leading global full-stack, renewable oil & gas companies offering technology and project solutions for climate-positive biofuel projects, has partnered with Council of Scientific and Industrial Research - National Chemical Laboratory (CSIR-NCL) to develop a first-of-a-kind commercial-scale production of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from ethanol. The same technology can be used to produce SAF from methanol as well. As part of the partnership, GPS Renewab ...Read More >
Agartala (Tripura) [India], September 30 (ANI): On the occasion of Maha Ashtami, former Chief Minister and current Member of Parliament Biplab Kumar Deb visited several Durga Puja pandals across Dharmanagar in North Tripura district on Tuesday. During his visit, the former Chief Minister of Tripura emphasised that, despite time constraints, he makes an effort to visit as many Durga Pandals as possible. Also Read | MHADA Lottery 2025 Konkan Board Schedule Revised; Provisional List of Accepted A ...Read More >
Guwahati: The Nagaland Police has launched a significant recruitment drive for 1,176 Constable (GD) posts, exclusively reserved for members of the state's indigenous Naga tribes. Director General of Police Rupin Sharma announced the launch on Tuesday at the Police Headquarters in Kohima, describing the initiative as a step toward a more inclusive, transparent, and accessible hiring process. Applications will be accepted only through an online portal, which opens on October 6 at 12 noon and wil ...Read More >
Nagaland Police has launched an online recruitment drive for 1,176 Constable positions exclusively for indigenous Naga tribes. Applications open from October 6 to November 7. The process aims to be transparent, with age relaxations and internet access support. Successful candidates will initially join IR Battalions. Nagaland Police announced a significant recruitment initiative, offering 1,176 Constable (GD) positions exclusively to indigenous Naga tribes. Director General of Police, Nagaland, ...Read More >
India's former ambassador to Beijing, Ashok K. Kantha, called China's dam project "reckless" and said that India's dam, as well as generating power, would be a "defensive measure" against potential attempts to regulate the flow of water. India's dam would create a giant storage reservoir of 9.2 billion cubic metres, but the exact area flooded depends on the final location of the dam. The Adi people, like Jamoh, consider the river sacred and depend on its life-giving waters for their lush lands ...Read More >
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