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Apr 26, 2024

CBDT extends due date for filing Form 10A/10AB upto 30th June, 2024

New Delhi: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), has issued Circular No. ­­­07/2024 dated 25.04.2024 further extending the due date for filing Form 10A/ Form 10AB under the Income-tax Act, 1961 (the ‘Act&rsqu...

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Apr 25, 2024

India’s CPGRAMS recognized as the best practice by Commonwealth Secretariat

New Delhi: The Commonwealth Secretariat has recognized Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System(CPGRAMS) of India as the best practice in Commonwealth Secretaries of Public Service/ Secretaries to Cabinet meeting that t...

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Apr 22, 2024

Anmol Rathore: From village dreams to UPSC triumph

Jammu: Anmol Rathore's journey to success in the UPSC exams is nothing short of remarkable. Originally from Jammu and Kashmir, Anmol faced numerous challenges on her path to achieving her dreams. Growing up in the serene village of Udrana ...

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Apr 20, 2024

Animesh Pradhan: A journey of determination

Bhubaneshwar: Animesh Pradhan, the second topper of the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2023, had a dream. He aspired to become an IAS officer, a goal he had set not just for himself but for his beloved mother. She, unfortunately, passed away batt...

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Apr 19, 2024

Top rankers shine in UPSC Civil Services Exam 2023: Stories of dedication and excellence

New Delhi: The long-awaited results for the Civil Services Exam 2023 were announced by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on April 16th, 2024, revealing a cohort of remarkable achievers who have earned prestigious ran...

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Apr 19, 2024

AFMS, IIT Kanpur join hands to tackle soldiers' health woes in tough terrains

New Delhi: The Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for collaborative research and training with Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur on 18 April 2024.  The MoU was signed by ...

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Apr 15, 2024

ECI cracks down on money power: Rs.100 crore seizure each day since 1st March

New Delhi: With General Elections 2024 underway, ECI is on track for the highest ever seizures of inducements recorded in the 75-year history of Lok Sabha elections in the country. Enforcement Agencies have made a record seizure of over Rs. 4...

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Apr 12, 2024

Command Hospital, Pune, first to procure and conduct successful piezoelectric bone conduction hearing implants

Pune: Department of Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT) at Command Hospital (Southern Command) in Pune has conducted two piezoelectric Bone Conduction Hearing Implants (BCI) in a 7-year old male child suffering from congenital external and middle ea...

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Apr 12, 2024

India's remarkable rise in global higher education: A QS World University Rankings overview

New Delhi: India's strides in academia have once again garnered international recognition with the release of the 2024 QS World University Rankings by Subject. This year's rankings highlight India's remarkable progress...

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Apr 09, 2024

Of India's mental health crisis and ensuring inclusive democracy  

In recent years, India has faced a critical facet in the disenfranchisement faced by individuals with intellectual and psychosocial disabilities. Despite strides made in legislation, such as the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016 and th...

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Apr 09, 2024

Revolutionizing Indian B-Schools: Integrating Artificial Intelligence for Enhanced Learning Outcomes

At the recently held Davos World Economic Forum, Artificial Intelligence (AI) was the lead star and one which got the maximum attention. Other than its potential to transform lives and work, its disruptive features including job losses and potenti...

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Apr 08, 2024

ECI leverages power of social media to engage young and urban voters for enhanced participation in GE 2024

New Delhi: As the country gears up for the 2024 Lok Sabha Elections, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has embarked on an innovative journey to engage citizens through unique campaigns like ‘Turning 18’ and ‘You are the One&...

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Apr 07, 2024

World Health Day: Time to consider bioengineered crops for tackling malnutrition

This year’s World Health Day theme of My Health, My Right conveys a strong message to all stakeholders to ensure access to quality healthcare. The seed industry believes in the paradigm “Health through Food” and a concerted polic...

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Apr 03, 2024

ECI introduces 'Myth vs Reality Register' to proactively combat mis-information in General Elections 2024

New Delhi: To combat the spread of misinformation and uphold the integrity of the electoral process, the Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday launched a 'Myth vs Reality Register' as part of the ongoing General Elections 2024. It ...

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Apr 03, 2024

Do not mislead consumers with ‘Health’ or ‘Energy Drink’ labels: FSSAI to food business ecom platforms

New Delhi: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has asked all e-commerce Food Business Operators (FBOs) to ensure appropriate categorization of food products being sold on their websites. FSSAI has noted instances of food produ...

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Mar 29, 2024

ECI’s C-Vigil app a big hit with voters: over 79,000 violations reported so far

New Delhi: The cVIGIL app of Election Commission of India has become an effective tool in the hands of people to flag election code violations. Since the announcement of General Elections 2024, over 79,000 complaints have been received as of today...

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Mar 16, 2024

DSR, a transforming practice for rice cultivation for sustainability and efficiency: Experts

New Delhi: Direct-seeded rice (DSR) has the potential to bring a reduction in water consumption, cut methane emissions, minimize soil erosion, reduce manual labour, and provide better crop residue management in rice cultivation in...

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Mar 07, 2024

Enhance access to inputs, credit and technology to empower women in agriculture: Experts

Indore: Despite facing challenges such as limited access to inputs, markets, technology, training, and credit, as well as issues related to land ownership and low incomes, women in Indian agriculture have demonstrated remarkable r...

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Mar 01, 2024

Nurturing Innovation: The Pivotal Role of Science in Policy making

National Science Day, which falls on 28 February, serves as a beacon, guiding nations towards a future driven by scientific innovation. In the intricate tapestry of governance, the convergence of robust scientific research and evidence-based polic...

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Mar 01, 2024

Disabled People matter! Disability groups launch a first-of-its kind Manifesto asking for a seat on the policy table

New Delhi: In a first-of-its-kind initiative in the country, a Manifesto - Manifesto For and By Citizens with Disabilities - was launched on Thursday by disability rights groups, led by National Centre for Promotion of Employ...

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Jan 25, 2024

Mission Swachhta aur Paani’s ‘Swoosh Germs Away Kit’ by Harpic, News18 Network, and Sesame Workshop India Trust debuts at Davos

New Delhi: The first-of-its-kind innovative Swoosh Germs Away! kit by Harpic India, designed in collaboration with News18 Network and Sesame Workshop India Trust has made its debut at the World Economic Forum 2024 in Davos. T...

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Jan 20, 2024

EPFO discontinues Aadhaar as proof of date of birth

New Delhi: In a significant move, the Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO), under the Ministry of Labour and Employment in the Government of India, has announced a change in its documentation procedures, discontinuing...

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Jan 09, 2024

International Purple Festival - Goa 2024 elevates hope and inclusivity for persons with disabilities

Goa: In a grand ceremony at D.B Ground in Panaji, Goa, the International Purple Festival kicked off on 08 January 2024, heralding six days of celebration and empowerment for Persons with Disabilities. The festival, a collaborative...

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Jan 02, 2024

Gujarat creates history with Guinness World Record for Surya Namaskar on New Year's Day

Gandhi Nagar: In a spectacular demonstration of health and unity, Gujarat made headlines as it secured a place in the Guinness Book of World Records for the largest number of people performing Surya Namaskar simultaneously at 108 ...

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Dec 29, 2023

Sparking a cultural shift towards toilet hygiene

The significance of hygiene and sanitation cannot be overstated, especially when it comes to the most basic yet crucial element - toilets. Harpic and News18 Network, under their flagship initiative Mission Swachhta Aur Paani, have stepped forward ...

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Dec 22, 2023

Ministry of Rural Development signs MoU with Reliance Retail’s JioMart, to on-board  DAY-NRLM’s SHGs

New Delhi: Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Reliance Retail’s JioMart towards its efforts to help enhance the outreach of the products of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) of Dee...

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Dec 18, 2023

Centre issues advisory to states in view of a recent upsurge in COVID-19 JN.1 variant in India

New Delhi: In view of the recent surge in COVID-19 cases in some States/UTs in India and the detection of the first case of the new JN.1 variant of COVID-19 in the country, Shri Sudhansh Pant, Union Health Secretary sent a letter ...

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Dec 10, 2023

Popular painkiller Meftal sparks health concerns:  IPC urges caution and doctor consultation

New Delhi: The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) issued a cautionary alert on Thursday concerning the widely used painkiller Meftal. The commission urged individuals to consult a doctor before using the drug, emphasizing that ...

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Dec 09, 2023

Honoring Inclusivity Champions 16 Change Makers Acknowledged at 24th NCPEDP-LTIMindtree Helen Keller Awards

New Delhi: India achieved noteworthy progress in advancing inclusivity in the job sector on Saturday by acknowledging the efforts of individuals and organizations dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities, especially fo...

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Dec 06, 2023

Don't club us with Bootleggers, Drug Offenders, Sand Smugglers and Black Marketeers: Pesticides industry

New Delhi: The leading Industry Associations of agro-chemical, seeds and Fertilizers (“agri-products”) manufacturers and importers in the country, have opposed the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly Bills as the same are...

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Dec 03, 2023

Breaking Down Barriers: A Call for Genuine Inclusion Beyond Rhetoric

New Delhi: As we commemorate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) under the resonant theme of "United in action to rescue and achieve the SDGs for, with, and by persons with disabilities," the time h...

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Nov 28, 2023

India's diplomatic prowess and global role: Ruchira Kamboj at Columbia University Conference

New Delhi: India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj, delivered a special address at the 'India: The Next Decade' conference hosted by the Deepak and Neera Raj Center at Columbia Univ...

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