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February 21, 2025 10:58 AM February 21, 2025 10:58 AM

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Indian biologist Purnima Devi Barman named TIME’s ‘Woman of the Year’

Indian biologist and wildlife conservationist Purnima Devi Barman has been named "Woman of the Year" by Time magazine. The list honours "extraordinary leaders" working toward a better, more equal world. Purnima Devi, 45, is the only Indian woman on the list.   Purnima Devi, from Assam, is renow...

February 21, 2025 10:54 AM February 21, 2025 10:54 AM

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VP Dhankhar calls meditation a ‘beacon of hope’ for mental health

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has said that mental disturbances in the form of anxiety and depression have emerged as a critical medical challenge. Addressing the Global Conference of Meditation Leaders in New Delhi today, Mr Dhankhar emphasised that meditation emerges as a beacon of hope in copin...

February 21, 2025 10:43 AM February 21, 2025 10:43 AM

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India expands agricultural exports: First-ever shipments of pomegranates to Australia

India’s agricultural exports have seen unprecedented expansion, with many products making their way to international markets for the first time. This expansion is empowering farmers, boosting rural incomes, and putting India’s rich agricultural heritage on the global map.   In a significant mil...

February 21, 2025 7:59 AM February 21, 2025 7:59 AM

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Centre to include Basic Life Support training in school curriculum

The Central Government has decided to include Basic Life Support (BLS) training in the school curriculum from class 9th onwards to address the rising death toll due to sudden cardiac arrest. This move comes after a Rajya Sabha member from Punjab, Sant Balbir Singh Seechewal raised the issue in Parli...

February 21, 2025 7:13 AM February 21, 2025 7:13 AM

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Peace, stability in West Asian region is vital for world: EAM Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar has stressed that the global geo-political situation remains difficult and expressed concern over concentrated supply chains, weaponization of trade and finance, and transparency of data flows. Speaking at the G20 Foreign Ministers Meet at Johannesburg in So...

February 20, 2025 9:54 PM February 20, 2025 9:54 PM

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Language Reflects Contemporary Realities and Wisdom, Says VP Jagdeep Dhankhar

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar today emphasised that the greatest asset of any country is its cultural heritage, and among all aspects, language is the most authentic pillar of this heritage. He made these remarks while addressing the delegation of the 98th All India Marathi Literary Conference at ...

February 20, 2025 9:37 PM February 20, 2025 9:37 PM

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India-Saudi Arabia Forge new media partnerships as waves 2025 Summit approaches

A high-level Indian delegation has concluded a landmark series of strategic meetings in Saudi Arabia, strengthening bilateral media partnerships and generating momentum for India's upcoming World Audio-Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES 2025).   Led by Information and Broadcasting Secretary Sa...

February 20, 2025 9:31 PM February 20, 2025 9:31 PM

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Indian Railways Sets Up Holding Areas to Manage Mahakumbh Rush, Boosts Safety Measures

Indian Railways has geared up to handle a surge in passenger traffic during the final week of Mahakumbh Mela by establishing holding areas at various stations in Northern Railway, North Central Railway, North Eastern Railway, and East Central Railway. These Holding areas are located outside the plat...