Day: December 19, 2024

CoinSwitch’s Latest Report Shows Increased Cryptocurrency Adoption Across India

Arijit Bose

Mumbai: The third edition of CoinSwitch’s annual report, India’s Crypto Portfolio 2024: How India Invests, has been released, providing a detailed look at the rising interest in cryptocurrency across the country. CoinSwitch, India’s largest cryptocurrency trading platform, observed a significant increase in cryptocurrency adoption, not only in metropolitan areas but also in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities. The research highlights the increasing diversification of India’s crypto investments and the growing participation in the digital asset space. Key Findings: City-wise Investment Trends: Delhi-NCR leads the charge with the highest percentage of crypto…

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Congress President Kharge Claims BJP MPs Pushed Him, Leading to Knee Injury

Arijit Bose

BENGALURU: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has alleged that he was physically pushed by BJP MPs, which led to a knee injury, following a confrontation with BJP leaders Mukesh Rajput and Pratap Sarangi. The incident occurred when Kharge and other MPs from the INDIA alliance marched from Makar Dwar to the Dr. Ambedkar monument at Prerna Sthal on December 19, 2024, in response to remarks made by Union Home Minister Amit Shah about Dr. Ambedkar during a Rajya Sabha speech. In a letter addressed to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Kharge…

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ISRO Begins Assembly of HLVM-3 for Gaganyaan’s First Uncrewed Flight

Arijit Bose

BENGALURU: The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has commenced the assembly of the Human Rated Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (HLVM-3) for the inaugural uncrewed flight of the Gaganyaan mission. The announcement was made coinciding with the 10th anniversary of the LVM3-X/Crew Module Atmospheric Re-Entry mission. The assembly process began at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), where the S200 motor’s nozzle-end segment was stacked with a full flex seal nozzle at 8:45 a.m., marking the formal start of the HLVM3-G1 / OM-1 mission. This will be the first step in assembling…

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KSDL to add new sheen to Mysore Sandal soap in 2025

Arijit Bose
Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Limited

BENGALURU: Karnataka Soaps and Detergents Limited (KSDL), famous globally for its iconic Mysore Sandal Soap, is set to expand its presence across India in 2025. The company plans to appoint around 480 new distributors, extending its reach to several new regions, including Jammu and Kashmir, Nagaland, Gujarat, Punjab, and other states beyond its stronghold in southern India. Although Mysore Sandal Soap has traditionally been popular in southern states, KSDL is broadening its market to increase national penetration. Currently, the southern states contribute approximately 81% of KSDL’s sales. Interestingly, Karnataka, where…

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Andhra Pradesh Police Department Honors Crime Detection Teams

Arijit Bose

Hyderabad: The Andhra Pradesh State Police Department awarded the prestigious ABCD (Award for Best Crime Detection) to Chittoor for its outstanding crime investigation efforts and techniques. The award ceremony was held in recognition of the police department’s exceptional commitment to solving crimes. The Director General of Police, Ch. Dwaraka Tirumala Rao, presented the prize money and awards to four investigation teams for their exemplary performance in crime detection. The Chittoor district police received the first prize for their successful investigation and recovery of an ATM theft case that occurred in…

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Yogi Administration to Host Week-Long Centenary Celebration of Atal Bihari Vajpayee

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: The Yogi Adityanath administration is preparing for a grand week-long celebration to commemorate the 100th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The Atal Shatabdi Samaroh, taking place from December 19 to 25, will offer tributes to the esteemed leader with cultural events, exhibitions, and homage ceremonies. The centenary festivities will officially commence on Thursday at the Sangeet Natak Academy’s Sant Gadge Ji Maharaj Auditorium. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will inaugurate the celebrations, which are being jointly organized by the Department of Culture and…

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Educational Visit: Ninth and Tenth Grade Students visit AKTU Labs

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: A group of students from Rajkiya High School Sonwa B K T, Lucknow, visited Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU). The students, who are accustomed to the routine of lectures and textbooks, were mesmerized when they stepped into the university’s labs. Their eyes lit up as they explored the various laboratories, showing keen interest in each section. The students were curious and asked detailed questions about everything they saw. During their visit, the students observed the cutting-edge labs, including the AI Lab, 3D Printing Lab, Google Coding Lab,…

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Governor Anandiben Patel Launches “HPV Vaccine Campaign for Life-Saving Protection”

Arijit Bose

Varanasi: Uttar Pradesh Governor  Anandiben Patel inaugurated the “HPV Vaccine Campaign for Life-Saving Protection”  during a cervical cancer awareness camp at Kasturba Gandhi Residential Girls’ School in Shivpur, Varanasi. Over the next 15 days, the campaign aims to administer free HPV vaccines to 80,000 girls aged 9 to 14 across schools in the district. The vaccination includes two doses per girl, spaced six months apart. As part of the event, the Governor also launched the “Sabal Kashi” program and distributed free HPV vaccination certificates to 10 girls. Governor’s Address: Highlighting…

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160 Students Awarded Degrees Across Three Prestigious Colleges

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Under the chairmanship of Uttar Pradesh Governor and Chancellor of State Universities,  Anandiben Patel, a joint convocation ceremony for three prominent institutions—Maharani Gulab Kunwari Women’s Postgraduate College, Pindra; Maharani Banaras Women’s Postgraduate College, Ramnagar; and Maharaj Balwant Singh Postgraduate College, Gangapur, Varanasi—was successfully held. During the ceremony, degrees were conferred on 160 students from the three colleges, and three students with the highest marks were awarded gold medals for their exemplary performance. Governor’s Address: In her keynote address, Governor Patel encouraged the students to focus on self-employment by utilizing…

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Governor reviews development works in Sonbhadra

Arijit Bose

Lucknow/ Sonbhadra: Under the chairmanship of  Governor of Uttar Pradesh,  Anandiben Patel, a developmental review meeting was held in Sonbhadra with officials from various departments. The Governor conducted an in-depth assessment of progress in areas such as health, education, women and child development, rural livelihood missions, and other key initiatives. Key directives and highlights from the meeting include: Health and Child Welfare: Reducing infant and maternal mortality rates through focused efforts. Prioritizing Ayushman Bharat cards, vaccination drives, and addressing gender discrimination. Ensuring timely disbursement of financial aid to women post-delivery…

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