Category: India

Three World Records to be Set at Maha Kumbh on February 24-25

Nistha Agrawal

(Prayagraj): Three World Records to be Set on February 24 and 25 at MahaKumbh, Guinness World Records Team to Arrive Tomorrow Three world records are set to be made on February 24 and 25. These records were originally scheduled for February 14-17, but the dates were extended due to the large crowds. One record was already set on February 14 when 300 sanitation workers carried out a river cleaning campaign. The Guinness World Records team will arrive tomorrow, February 22, to witness these record-breaking events. Preparations have been completed by…

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Karnataka’s First Female Principal Chief Conservator of Forests

Arijit Bose

BENGALURU: The Karnataka government appointed Meenakshi Negi as the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) and Head of Forest Force (HOFF), marking a historic first for the state. Negi, a 1989-batch Indian Forest Service (IFS) officer, becomes the first woman to hold this position in Karnataka and the second female PCCF in the country after Shomita Biswas in Maharashtra. Negi assumes the role following the retirement of Brijesh Kumar Dikshit on January 31, 2025. In the interim, Subhash Malkhade, PCCF (Wildlife), managed additional responsibilities. Negi will officially take charge on…

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Lucknow University Organizes Water Yoga Program at Maha Kumbh 2025

Arijit Bose

Prayagraj: The Department of Yoga, Faculty of Yoga and Alternative Medicine, Lucknow University, organized a Water Yoga program at Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj on February 20, 2025. The event aimed to highlight the benefits of practicing yoga in water, which has been recognized for its positive impact on mental and physical health. Dr. Amarjeet Yadav, the Coordinator of the Faculty, stated that water yoga is particularly beneficial for alleviating depression and high blood pressure. Practicing yoga in water helps rejuvenate the body, enhances flexibility, and activates cognitive functions. Specific…

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LU’s 10-Day Fest Features Sports, Dance & Skit Competitions

Arijit Bose

Lucknow: Under the inspiration and guidance of Honorable Vice-Chancellor Professor Alok Kumar Rai, the second day of the Inter-Hostel Competition Fest – 2025 was held on February 20, 2025, at various hostels, including Nivedita Girls’ Hostel, Lal Bahadur Shastri Hostel, Tilak Hostel, and A.P. Sen Hall. Exciting Badminton Matches Chief Provost Professor Anup Kumar Singh stated that the badminton competition was held at Lal Bahadur Shastri Hostel. In the singles badminton final, Mahmudabad Hall and Balrampur Hall secured their places, while in the doubles final, Mahmudabad Hall advanced along with…

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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Pledges Rs 2,500 per Month for Women

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta assured on Thursday that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government will fulfill its election promise of providing financial aid of Rs 2,500 per month to women. Gupta announced that the first payment will be credited to beneficiaries’ accounts by March 8, coinciding with International Women’s Day. The BJP had made this commitment in an effort to outmatch the Aam Aadmi Party’s (AAP) election pledge of Rs 2,100 per month in financial assistance to women. The promise played a significant role in the BJP’s electoral…

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Invest Kerala Global Summit: A Pivotal Economic Event

Arijit Bose

Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala, known for its business-friendly environment, is set to make a powerful statement at the two-day Invest Kerala Global Summit, which commences in Kochi on Friday. The event is expected to reshape the perception of Kerala’s economic climate, emphasizing the state’s attractiveness as an investment destination. Redefining Kerala’s Business Potential While the state’s Left administration faces the challenge of delivering tangible results by the conclusion of Saturday’s summit, the real goal is to shift global perspectives on Kerala’s investment landscape. According to V.K. Mathews, Executive Chairman of IBS Group,…

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Can Mahua Moitra help TMC make inroads into Kerala ?

Arijit Bose

Kozhikode: In a significant political move, Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Mahua Moitra is spearheading the party’s expansion strategy in Kerala. Moitra has scheduled a series of closed-door meetings on February 22 and 23 in Kozhikode and Malappuram, with the objective of strengthening TMC’s presence in the state. This initiative underscores the party’s ambition to establish a foothold in Kerala’s dynamic political landscape. As part of her two-day visit, Moitra is expected to engage in key discussions with prominent Christian and Muslim leaders, including IUML state president Panakkad Sadiq Ali Shihab…

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TRIFED Signs MoUs with Meesho, IFCA & MGIRI to Boost Tribal Livelihoods

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: In a landmark move to enhance the economic prospects of tribal communities, the Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India Ltd (TRIFED) has entered into strategic partnerships with Meesho, the Indian Federation of Culinary Associations (IFCA), and the Mahatma Gandhi Institute of Rural Industrialization (MGIRI). The Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed on February 18 during the ongoing ‘Aadi Mahotsav’ at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, New Delhi. The collaboration aims to transition tribal businesses from a business-to-customer (B2C) model to a business-to-business (B2B) approach, expanding market access…

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India and Argentina Strengthen Cooperation in Lithium Exploration and Mining with a MoU

Arijit Bose

New Delhi: Union Minister for Coal and Mines,  G. Kishan Reddy, along with Secretary, Ministry of Mines, and senior officials of the Ministry of Mines, held a meeting with H.E. Raúl Alejandro Jalil, Governor of Catamarca, Argentina, in New Delhi today. The discussions focused on expanding cooperation in the mining sector, particularly in lithium exploration and investment opportunities. A key highlight of the meeting was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL), a PSU under the Ministry of Mines, and the Provincial…

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SPM-NIWAS, Arghyam Collaborate for Smart Water Management Solutions

Arijit Bose

Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee National Institute of Water and Sanitation and Arghyam Sign MoU to Develop Digital Public Infrastructure for WASH Sector New Delhi: In a significant step towards digital transformation in the water and sanitation sector, the Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee National Institute of Water and Sanitation (SPM-NIWAS) and Arghyam have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for the Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) sector. This collaboration aligns with the Indian government’s vision to enhance water and sanitation service delivery through innovative digital…

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