February 20, 2025 1:54 PM

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Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj becomes hub for cleanliness drive

The ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj has evolved into not only a spiritual gathering but also a large-scale movement focused on cleanliness and environmental preservation. The Namami Gange pavilion at the Mela has become a unique platform for raising awareness about the importance of conserving ...

February 20, 2025 1:35 PM

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BSF-BGB Border conference concludes in Delhi; Infiltration declines

The 55th Director General level Border Co-ordination Conference between Border Security Forces (BSF) and Border Guard Bangladesh (BGB) was concluded in New Delhi today. During the conference, issues like infiltration, trans-border crimes, fencing at the border, smuggling and other issues were discus...

February 20, 2025 2:01 PM

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Rekha Gupta sworn in as Delhi’s new CM

BJP's first-time MLA Rekha Gupta was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Delhi at the iconic Ramlila Maidan in the national capital this afternoon. Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena administered the oath of office and secrecy to Ms Gupta. Six Cabinet Ministers - Parvesh Sahib Singh, Ashish Sood,...

February 20, 2025 1:19 PM

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HP experiences snowfall, rainfall as Western disturbance ends dry spell

Himachal Pradesh is experiencing snowfall in the higher reaches and intermittent rainfall in the mid and low-lying areas due to the activation of the Western Disturbance in the state. The fresh snowfall has covered the mountain peaks, while the rainfall has been ongoing in the plains, ending the pro...

February 20, 2025 1:25 PM

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Centre launches special NCD screening campaign for 100% coverage of 30+ age group

The Centre today launched an intensified special Non-Communicable Diseases screening campaign to ensure hundred per cent coverage of all individuals aged 30 years and above. The Union Health Ministry said the initiative aims to achieve screening of all individuals for prevalent Non-Communicable Dise...

February 20, 2025 1:29 PM

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India becomes 2nd country to launch Electronic Personnel License for pilots

Union Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu today launched the Electronic Personnel License (EPL) for pilots in New Delhi. The Electronic Personnel License will simplify the licensing and renewal process for pilots, offering greater convenience.   Briefing the media after the launch, the Min...

February 20, 2025 12:50 PM

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6th Delhi International Leather Expo kicks off in New Delhi

The 6th edition of the Delhi International Leather Expo began today at the India International Convention and Expo Centre, Yashobhoomi, Dwarka in New Delhi. Commerce and Industry Ministry said the two-day landmark event is poised to strengthen India’s position in the global leather and footwear indu...

February 20, 2025 12:47 PM

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Railways to set up permanent holding areas at 60 high-footfall stations

Rail India Technical and Economic Service (RITES) Limited has been tasked to design a permanent holding area at New Delhi, Anand Vihar, Ghaziabad, Varanasi and Ayodhya Railways stations. According to the Railways Ministry, once the model is ready, it will be expanded to 60 high-density footfall rail...

February 20, 2025 12:36 PM

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8 pilgrims Killed, 32 injured in 2 separate road accidents in Jaunpur

In Uttar Pradesh, at least eight pilgrims lost their lives and 32 others were injured in two separate road accidents in Jaunpur last night.   Talking to the media, Jaunpur Superintendent of Police Kaustubh said, the first mishap took place when an unidentified vehicle collided with an SUV carry...