India to host WADA GLDF Results Management Training in New Delhi from Nov 19

November 18, 2024 12:50 PM

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India to host WADA GLDF Results Management Training in New Delhi from Nov 19

India, in collaboration with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), will host the Global Learning and Development Framework (GLDF) Results Management Training in New Delhi starting tomorrow.   The four-day training aims to standardize anti-doping procedures, foster collaboration among nations, and str...

Newly appointed Cabinet of Ministers sworn in Sri Lanka

November 18, 2024 12:48 PM

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Newly appointed Cabinet of Ministers sworn in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s newly appointed Cabinet of Ministers was sworn in today before President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo.   The 22 member Cabinet comprises a blend of seasoned politicians and fresh talent, aiming to address the nation’s pressing issues and chart ...

Ayushman Vay Vandana enrolment under AB-PMJAY touches 10 lakh within 3 weeks

November 18, 2024 12:29 PM

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Ayushman Vay Vandana enrolment under AB-PMJAY touches 10 lakh within 3 weeks

The newly launched Ayushman Vay Vandana Card has achieved a significant milestone by enrolling more than 10 lakh senior citizens aged 70 and above.   This card enables elderly citizens to access free healthcare benefits under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). The Mini...

Test captain Rohit Sharma to miss opening match against Australia beginning Nov 22

November 18, 2024 11:42 AM

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Test captain Rohit Sharma to miss opening match against Australia beginning Nov 22

In cricket, India’s Test captain, Rohit Sharma, will miss the opening match of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) against Australia which set to begin on November 22 in Perth. In his absence, vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah will lead the team. Bumrah previously captained India in a Test during the 2021-22...

IMF team arrives in Sri Lanka for 3rd review of Economic Reform  programme

November 18, 2024 10:28 AM

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IMF team arrives in Sri Lanka for 3rd review of Economic Reform  programme

A delegation from International Monetary Fund (IMF) has arrived in Sri Lanka for conducting the third review of the island nation’s financing programme.   The team, led by IMF Senior Mission Chief, Peter Breuer, is expected to assess Sri Lanka’s economic policies, progress on ongoing reforms and the...

ACA appoints Mithali Raj as Mentor of Women’s Cricket Operations

November 18, 2024 9:24 AM

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ACA appoints Mithali Raj as Mentor of Women’s Cricket Operations

Former Indian women’s cricket captain, Mithali Raj, has been appointed as the Mentor of Women’s Cricket Operations by the Andhra Cricket Association (ACA). Raj, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest female cricketers, has signed a three-year contract with the ACA. Her primary responsibility ...

Uttarakhand: Badrinath Dham closes for winter

November 18, 2024 9:13 AM

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Uttarakhand: Badrinath Dham closes for winter

The doors of Shri Badrinath Dham located in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district were closed last night for the winter season. On the occasion of closing of the doors, Badrinath temple was decorated with marigold flowers. The entire Badrinath Dham reverberated with the devotional tunes of the Garhwal Scou...

World No 1 Magnus Carlsen wins Tata Steel Chess India Blitz event

November 18, 2024 8:37 AM

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World No 1 Magnus Carlsen wins Tata Steel Chess India Blitz event

At the Tata Steel Chess India tournament in Kolkata, World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen completed a remarkable double clinching the blitz title with a round to spare on Sunday. He made a comeback against India’s Arjun Erigaisi in the penultimate round to reach an unassailable 12 points. Carlsen finished the...