Hokersar Wetland: Lack of water due to excess deficit rainfall at the Hokersar wetland in the Kashmir Valley in recent years has impacted the arrival of migratory bird populations in the region.According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Kashmir is facing a rainfall deficit of 81 per cent.Hokersar Wetland is located near Srinagar in the […]
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Uttar Pradesh’s First Double-Decker Electric Bus
Uttar Pradesh’s First Double-Decker Electric Bus: Uttar Pradesh’s Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, launched the state’s first double-decker electric bus at the Aakanksha Haat programme held at Indira Gandhi Pratishthan. This initiative aims not only to tackle the growing traffic problems in urban areas but also to contribute toward environmental conservation.
Sonu Sood Appointed as Brand Ambassador and Honourary Tourism Advisor for Thailand
Sonu Sood Appointed as Brand Ambassador and Honourary Tourism Advisor for Thailand: Sonu Sood, the celebrated actor, humanitarian, and philanthropist, has taken on an exciting new role as the Brand Ambassador and Honorary Tourism Advisor for Thailand. Widely recognized for his philanthropy, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, this appointment adds another feather to his cap, […]
Global City Brands Rankings
Global City Brands Rankings: London has topped the list of the world’s top 100 “city brands” for the second consecutive year, according to Brand Finance’s Global City Index. The ranking, released on Thursday, was based on a survey of 15,000 people across 20 countries, including Türkiye, the US, Germany, Australia, the UAE, Brazil, China, and […]
7th Annual India-Sri Lanka Coast Guard Meet Boosts Regional Maritime Security
7th Annual India-Sri Lanka Coast Guard Meet Boosts Regional Maritime Security: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) held their 7th Annual High-Level Meeting in Colombo on November 11, 2024. The meeting was attended by a four-member ICG delegation, led by Director General S. Paramesh, and a SLCG delegation headed by […]
5th National EMRS Cultural & Literary Fest
5th National EMRS Cultural & Literary Fest: The 5th National EMRS Cultural & Literary Fest and Kala Utsav, organized by the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), is taking place from 12th to 15th November 2024 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, at Shiksha ‘O’ Anusandhan.This event, hosted by the Odisha Model Tribal Educational Society (OMTES), marks […]
Tata Power is investing Rs 550 crore to supply Noida International Airport
Tata Power is investing Rs 550 crore to supply Noida International Airport: Tata Power has partnered with Noida International Airport (NIA) to supply renewable energy, investing Rs 550 crore in solar and wind power capacity development. This strategic move is part of Tata Power’s commitment to building sustainable infrastructure in India’s aviation sector.
World Pneumonia Day 2024
World Pneumonia Day 2024: World Pneumonia Day, observed each year on November 12, is dedicated to raising awareness about pneumonia, a potentially life-threatening yet preventable and treatable respiratory illness. The day brings global attention to pneumonia’s impact, particularly among children under five and the elderly, who are most vulnerable. The theme for World Pneumonia Day […]
IIT Madras, ISRO Collaborate on Spacecraft Thermal Research Centre
IIT Madras, ISRO Collaborate on Spacecraft Thermal Research Centre: The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) is teaming up with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to create a Centre of Excellence focused on research in ‘Fluid and Thermal Sciences’. ISRO will provide seed funding of Rs 1.84 Crore to establish this center, which […]
ADB Approves $200 Million Loan for Uttarakhand Livability Improvement Project
ADB Approves $200 Million Loan for Uttarakhand Livability Improvement Project: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $200 million loan to enhance the urban infrastructure and climate resilience of Uttarakhand under the Uttarakhand Livability Improvement Project. This initiative aligns with both the Government of India’s urban development agenda and the state’s efforts to provide […]
