January 1, 2025 2:04 PM January 1, 2025 2:04 PM

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Indian Navy to commission three indigenously built warships on Jan 15

Indian Navy is set to commission three indigenously built warships Nilgiri, Surat and Vaghsheer on 15th of this month at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai.   Commissioning of these three Combatant platforms will provide a significant boost to the Indian Navy’s combat readiness, demonstrating the country's...

January 1, 2025 2:01 PM January 1, 2025 2:01 PM

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20 Indian fishermen released by Sri Lanka

Twenty fishermen arrested by the Sri Lankan Navy a year ago, were released today. They were returned from Colombo by aircraft and were received at Chennai airport by the officials. The release came after the intervention of the Central and State Governments. The issue was discussed during the recent...

January 1, 2025 2:19 PM January 1, 2025 2:19 PM

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Govt launches ONOS to provide seamless access to digital knowledge resources 

  The Government has launched the “One Nation, One Subscription” scheme starting today. This initiative aims to provide seamless access to a wide range of digital knowledge resources, including research papers, journals, and academic content, under a single subscription platform.      The scheme is ...

January 1, 2025 1:55 PM January 1, 2025 1:55 PM

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New Year celebrations sparkle across the world; 2025 welcomed with joy and grandeur

The world welcomed 2025 with grandeur and festivities, as dazzling fireworks, cultural performances, and joyous gatherings marked the beginning of a new chapter.   The New Year travels across different time zones, starting with Kiribati in the Pacific and ending in American Samoa. From Sydney t...

January 1, 2025 12:58 PM January 1, 2025 12:58 PM

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Dense fog affects rail traffic in north India

The movement of several trains has been affected as dense fog has engulfed the northern region of the country, causing low visibility. According to Indian Railways, as many as 22 Delhi-bound trains have been delayed by up to two hours. These include the Ayodhya Express, Patalkot Express, Kaifiyat Ex...

January 1, 2025 11:32 AM January 1, 2025 11:32 AM

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Russia imposes new tourist tax

In Russia, a new tourist tax has come into effect across the country from today, replacing the previous resort fee. According to the RIA Novosti news agency, travelers staying in hotels and other accommodations will contribute an additional 1 percent of their lodging costs. This is intended to bolst...