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October 26, 2024 8:07 AM

India, Germany voice deep concern over ongoing conflict in Ukraine & its severe humanitarian impact; Joint statement says, threat of nuclear weapons unacceptable

India and Germany have expressed their deepest concern over the war raging in Ukraine, including its terrible and tragic humanitarian consequences. In the Joint Statement, following the 7th India-Germany Inter-Governmental Consultations in New Delhi yesterday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and...

October 26, 2024 8:08 AM

President Droupadi Murmu asserts AI will open up opportunities for youth in many sectors; Calls upon higher education institutions to prioritize low-cost solutions to local problems

President Droupadi Murmu has said Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a priority area for the entire world and asserted the emerging technology will open up vast opportunities for youths in various sectors. She said an interdisciplinary approach will encourage innovation in the engineering secto...

October 26, 2024 8:06 AM

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud calls for greater participation of women in workplace including judiciary

Chief Justice of India Dr. Justice D.Y. Chandrachud has called for greater participation of women in the workplace including the judiciary. In an exclusive interview with Akashvani News, he noted that greater female representation highlights the lived experiences of women, enriching decision-making ...

October 25, 2024 10:18 PM

Egypt Hosts Ceasefire Talks with Israeli & Hamas Officials Amid Gaza Crisis

A high-ranking team from Egypt met with Israeli officials in Cairo to discuss a ceasefire in Gaza. Local media reported that the chief of Israel's Mossad intelligence agency and a delegation from the Shin Bet security service attended the meeting. The meeting is part of intensive Egyptian efforts to...

October 25, 2024 10:16 PM

83 Candidates File Nominations for Karnataka By-Elections in Shiggavi, Sandur & Chennapatna

Today marked the final day for submitting nomination papers for the by-elections to three assembly constituencies in Karnataka. According to the Election Commission, 26 candidates have filed their nominations from the Shiggavi constituency, 7 from the Sandur constituency, and 50 from the Chennapatna...

October 25, 2024 10:15 PM

NCGG Completes 34th Capacity Building Programme for Maldivian Civil Servants in New Delhi

The National Centre for Good Governance completed the 34th Capacity Building Programme for Maldivian Civil Servants in New Delhi today. The two-week program began on the 14th of this month in collaboration with the External Affairs Ministry. The program was attended by 35 civil servants from the Mal...

October 25, 2024 10:11 PM

NTPC & Indian Army to Set Up Solar Hydrogen Microgrid in Ladakh for Sustainable Power Supply

NTPC has partnered with the Indian Army to establish a solar hydrogen-based microgrid at Chushul, Ladakh. This step will provide a stable power supply using green hydrogen in off-grid Army locations. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh laid the foundation stone of this unique project through video confer...

October 25, 2024 10:10 PM

Israeli Airstrikes Close Lebanon-Syria Border Crossing Amid Cross-Border Rocket Fire

In West Asia, Israeli warplanes raided the al-Qaa Jousieh border crossing between Lebanon and Syria, resulting in its closure. According to media reports, Israeli warplanes fired four air-to-ground missiles in the Al-Qaa axis in eastern Lebanon. Lebanese Minister of Public Works and Transport Ali Ha...

October 25, 2024 10:08 PM

Northern Railway to Operate 195 Special Trains for Diwali and Chhath, Adding Over 170,000 Seats for Passengers

In view of the Diwali and Chhath Puja festivals, Northern Railway will operate 195 additional trips of special trains from tomorrow until 7th November for the convenience of passengers. These trains, which especially depart for the eastern regions of the country, will be available from New Delhi and...

October 25, 2024 10:01 PM

18th NFDC Film Bazaar Announces Official Selection of 21 Feature Films and 8 Web Series from 7 countries

The 18th edition of the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) Film Bazaar has announced its official selection for the co-production market, featuring 21 feature films and eight web series from seven countries. Film Bazaar is also organised every year in Goa alongside the International Film F...

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