Lucknow: As per the directives of the Sports Directorate, Uttar Pradesh, the state-level women’s hockey and tennis competitions are being held from November 18 to November 20, 2024. The events are hosted at Guru Govind Singh Sports College, Lucknow, and K.D. Singh Babu Stadium, Lucknow. The competitions are part of the Women’s Sports Festival and aimed at fostering athletic talent among women. Tennis Competition Highlights The tennis events concluded on November 19, 2024, with an awards ceremony officiated by the Regional Sports Officer, Lucknow, at 12:00 PM. The winners and…
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First signs of official meltiing of Indo China icy relations emerge
Rio: The meeting between External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro marks a significant step in easing tensions and addressing key bilateral issues. The discussions centered around stabilizing India-China relations post-Ladakh disengagement, with potential advancements such as resuming direct flights, reviving the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, and strengthening dialogue mechanisms. Key Highlights: Border Disengagement and Progress: The successful disengagement at Demchok and Depsang has reduced tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Both sides resumed…
Read MoreIndia makes its voice heard at COP 29
Rio de Janeiro -At the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined India’s achievements and contributions in addressing hunger, poverty, and social inclusion while emphasizing sustainable development. Here are the highlights: India’s Achievements Poverty Alleviation: Lifted 250 million people out of poverty over the past decade. Focused on inclusive development through social schemes and grassroots initiatives. Food Security: Over 800 million people are provided free food grains under national programs. India’s Integrated Nutrition Support Programme, including the Saksham Anganwadi initiative, targets vulnerable populations, such as pregnant…
Read MoreWorld watches with Modi representing India at Brazil G20
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s participation in the G20 summit in Brazil is under global scrutiny for several reasons, especially following India’s successful presidency of the G20 in 2023. Here’s why the world is watching: 1. India’s Momentum from the G20 Presidency India’s presidency was marked by significant accomplishments, including: Inclusion of the African Union (AU): India led efforts to grant AU permanent membership in the G20. Consensus on Global Challenges: India facilitated agreements on climate finance, digital transformation, and food security amidst geopolitical tensions. India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor…
Read MoreIn the heat of global tension, India boosts maritime muscle
News Delhi: India is strategically strengthening maritime security as global turmoil increases, focusing on safeguarding its interests, securing sea lanes of communication (SLOCs), and contributing to regional and global maritime stability. Here’s how: 1. Expanding Naval Capabilities Modernizing the Navy: India is investing heavily in indigenous shipbuilding, adding advanced warships, submarines, and aircraft carriers like INS Vikrant to its fleet. Strategic Naval Bases: Expansion of naval bases in Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep strengthens India’s presence in critical maritime chokepoints such as the Malacca Strait. 2. Enhancing Regional Cooperation…
Read MoreIndia lending a helping hand through defence
New Delhi: India is emerging as a key global player in empowering other countries through robust defense ties. This is evident in several areas, including defense exports, military training, technological cooperation, and strategic partnerships. Here’s a breakdown: 1. Defense Exports Rising Exports: India has significantly increased its defense exports, supplying advanced equipment such as BrahMos missiles, Tejas fighter jets, and indigenous naval vessels to nations like the Philippines, Vietnam, and the UAE. Affordable Solutions: India offers cost-effective and reliable defense technologies, making advanced military systems accessible to developing nations. 2.…
Read MoreCSIR-NIScPR Takes Traditional Knowledge Global with CDTK 2024
Gurugram: CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR) and Gurugram University jointly hosted the International Conference on Communication and Dissemination of Traditional Knowledge (CDTK-2024) at Gurugram University, Gurugram on 13-14 November 2024. The conference’s first day featured diverse sessions, including discussions on integrating traditional pedagogies into modern education, ethics in traditional knowledge research, and the science behind traditional agriculture and cuisine. Additional sessions explored sustainable traditional architecture, integrating ancient sciences into modern disciplines, and effective communication of traditional knowledge through the “Paramparik Gyan Sanchar: SVASTIK workshop. Following…
Read MoreBharat NCX 2024: Strengthening Cyber Defense and Strategic Decision-Making Across India
New Delhi: The Bharat National Cyber Security Exercise (Bharat NCX 2024), a landmark initiative to fortify India’s cybersecurity resilience, was inaugurated today at a high-profile ceremony organized by the National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) in collaboration with Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU). The 12-day exercise is a critical step in preparing India’s cybersecurity professionals and leadership to tackle evolving threats with advanced cyber defense, incident response capabilities, and strategic decision-making. In his Inaugural Address, Lt Gen M. U. Nair, PVSM, AVSM, SM (Retd), the National Cyber Security Coordinator, stated, “Bharat NCX 2024 equips our nation’s cyber…
Read More56th Tiger Reserve of the country notified in Chhattisgarh
Raipur: Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, informed the Nation about the notification of the Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve, Chhattisgarh, as the 56th Tiger Reserve of the country. In a post on social media platform ‘X’, the Minister said, “As India continues to touch new milestones in tiger conservation, we have notified Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla in Chhattisgarh as the 56th tiger reserve. Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve is spread over 2,829 sq km.” The Government of Chhattisgarh, on advice of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA),…
Read MoreNABH signs MoU to enhance quality of diabetes care
New Delhi: National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH), a constituent body of Quality Council of India (QCI), today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Research Society for the Study of Diabetes in India (RSSDI),to advance quality and consistency of diabetes care in India through the use of robust clinical and digital health standards.RSSDI is India’s largest professional body representing over 12,000 diabetes care providers across the country. The MoU will leverage the distinctive capabilities of NABH to drive national quality certification and accreditation programs and…
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