Year: 2024

Shagun Parihar: The Young BJP Leader from J&K Whose Triumph Honors a Legacy of Sacrifice

Manish Kumar

Shagun Parihar, a rising star in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), recently made headlines for her victory in the Kishtwar constituency of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). At just 29 years old, Shagun’s political journey is both inspiring and deeply personal, shaped by family tragedy and a sense of duty to her community. Her father and uncle were killed in a terror attack in 2018, making her electoral win a testament to resilience and a dedication to peace. A Narrow Victory in Kishtwar In a closely contested race, Shagun Parihar won…

RBI Keeps Repo Rate Steady at 6.5%, Shifts Policy Stance to Neutral

Manish Kumar

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has opted to keep its key lending rate, the repo rate, unchanged at 6.5%, signaling caution amidst inflation concerns and economic growth needs. This decision, announced after the Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC) three-day meeting, reflects the central bank’s balanced approach in navigating India’s current macroeconomic landscape. RBI Holds Repo Rate Steady On Wednesday, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das revealed that the MPC, by a majority of five out of six members, voted to maintain the repo rate at 6.5%. The repo rate, which has stayed…

Congress Alleges Electoral Manipulation in Haryana: “Victory Snatched from Us”

Manish Kumar

As the Haryana Assembly election results defied earlier predictions, the Congress party has raised serious concerns over the outcome, alleging manipulation in the electoral process. According to party leaders, the results do not reflect the will of the people, and they plan to take legal action. This comes as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a third consecutive term in the state, in contrast to exit poll projections that had forecast a Congress victory. Congress Claims “Deliberate Defeat” At a press conference on Tuesday, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh accused the…

Second Edition of Hanle Dark Sky Reserve Star Party Observed in Ladakh

Manish Kumar

Expert astro-photographers and amateur astronomers came together at the Hanle Dark Sky Reserve between 29 September to 4 October 2024, for the second Star Party. The unique event was organised by the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST) in collaboration with Department of Wildlife Protection of UT Ladakh, and Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) and was attended by more than 45 astronomy enthusiasts from across the country. Hanle and the surrounding region are host to some of the darkest night…

Union Minister Highlights Humsafar Policy’s Benefits for Marginal Sections and Eco-Friendly Highway Amenities

Manish Kumar

Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari launched today the ‘Humsafar Policy’ in New Delhi to enhance convenience of travelling on National Highways and accelerate development of the Wayside Amenities in presence of Shri Ajay Tamta, Minister of State for Road Transport and Highways.   Speaking at the unveiling, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari said local marginal sections of the society will be benefitted from this initiative. He underscored that this scheme will help in facilitation of smooth, safe and pleasant journey for users.…

Employment Data in Focus as Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Leads High-Level Meeting

Manish Kumar

Union Minister of Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya chaired a high-level meeting focusing on the key issues related to employment data and overseas emigration trends in New Delhi on 07.10.2024. Union Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Sushri Shobha Karandlaje was also present on the occasion. The deliberations with  Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and NITI Aayog aimed to strengthen coordination and data assimilation for both overseas employment and domestic job creation, as well as to enhance the monitoring of recruiting agencies and…

Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary Inaugurates GST Bhawan in Nangal Raya, Delhi

Manish Kumar

Union Minister of State for Finance Shri Pankaj Chaudhary inaugurated the state-of-the-art Goods and Services Tax (GST) office building in Nangal Raya, Delhi, today. Representing a significant milestone in the government’s commitment to improve tax administration and enhance public service, this new facility will serve as the official complex for various CGST Delhi formations. Shri Sanjay Kumar Agarwal, Chairman, Member GST, Member Tax Policy of CBIC, Principal Chief Commissioner of CGST Delhi Zone, Principal Chief Commissioner of Customs Delhi Zone, Director General DG Audit and senior officers of CBIC were…

DAE Inaugurates MACE, Asia’s Largest and World’s Highest Imaging Cherenkov Observatory in Ladakh

Manish Kumar

The Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment (MACE) Observatory has been inaugurated by Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty, Secretary DAE & Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission, at Hanle, Ladakh, on 4th October 2024. MACE is the largest imaging Cherenkov telescope in Asia. Located at an altitude of ~4,300 m, it is also the highest of its kind in the world. The telescope is indigenously built by BARC with support from ECIL and other Indian industry partners. The inaugural of MACE Observatory was a part of the Platinum Jubilee year celebrations of the DAE. The…

Conference on IPR and Commercialization in Ayush Systems Organized

Manish Kumar

A Round Table Conference focusing on “Intellectual Property, Regulatory Framework, and Commercialization Aspects in Traditional Knowledge of Ayush Systems” was organised by the Office of Controller General of Patents, Designs, and Trade Marks (CGPDTM) in collaboration with the School of Biotechnology, Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), and the National Institute of Ayurveda (NIA), Jaipur here today. The conference gathered leading experts from academia, government, and industry to address the critical challenges and opportunities in protecting and advancing traditional knowledge in Ayush systems. The event was graced by Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, Secretary,…

PM Modi to Lay Foundation for ₹7,600 Crore Development Projects in Maharashtra on October 9

Manish Kumar

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone of various development projects in Maharashtra worth over Rs 7600 crore, at around 1 PM, on 9 October, through video conference. Prime Minister will lay the foundation stone of the upgradation of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, Nagpur with a total estimated project cost of around Rs 7000 crore. It will serve as a catalyst for growth across multiple sectors, including manufacturing, aviation, tourism, logistics, and healthcare, benefiting Nagpur city and the wider Vidarbha region. Prime Minister will lay the…