Gaza, Mar 29 (UNI) The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said on Thursday that more than 1.1 million people in the Gaza Strip are facing "an extreme level of food insecurity," as Israel prevents aid from entering the enclave.
Kakinada, Mar 28 (UNI) District Superintendent of Police S Sathish Kumar has said critical polling stations were already identified and central forces security would be arranged at all these stations to ensure peaceful polling.
Imphal, Mar, 28 (UNI) The nomination paper of one candidate out of a total of eleven candidates who filed their nominations for two Lok Sabha seats in Manipur was rejected during scrutiny on Thursday.
Hyderabad, Mar 28 (UNI): The Income Tax Department, Hyderabad has set up a round-the-clock control room to monitor and curb the misuse of illegal cash/jewelry during the Lok Sabha elections in Telangana.
Jakarta, Mar 28 (UNI) Indonesian Agency for Meteorological, Climatological and Geophysics has warned of extreme weather risks during the upcoming exodus period of the Eid holiday, which will fall from April 8 to 12.
Jammu, Mar 27 (UNI) Union Minister of Information, Broadcasting, Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, Anurag Singh Thakur on Wednesday said that from sports to space, infrastructure development, manufacturing and science to startups, it is India''s decade.
Hyderabad, Mar 27 (UNI) The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), Hyderabad Branch Office, conducted a raid on Wednesday, resulting in the seizure of M/s Sri Sai Ganesh Rock Tools located near Outer Ring Road in Vijayawada, Pedda Amberpet, Hyderabad.
New Delhi, Mar 27 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will address and interact with senior military leadership, setting key priorities for future security strategy, at the Army Commanders'' Conference here on April 2, the Defence Ministry statement said on Wednesday.
Hyderabad, Mar 26 (UNI) Telangana Chief Secretary (CS) Santhi Kumari reiterated that there is no problem with drinking water availability during the current summer season, as the state''s three main reservoirs have sufficient water this year.
Hyderabad, Mar 26 (UNI) Union Minister and Telangana BJP President G. Kishan Reddy on Tuesday demanded a thorough investigation and strict action against officials involved in the phone tapping scandal during the BRS regime.
Washington, Mar 26 (UNI) US Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), in a statement to Sputnik, said it took law enforcement action in Los Angeles and Miami in connection with an ongoing investigation involving longtime rap mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs.
Yangon, Mar 25 (UNI) Myanmar welcomed over 260,000 foreign tourists in the first two months of this year, according to the Ministry of Hotels and Tourism on Monday.
Hyderabad, Mar 25 (UNI) Dr. Swapna Shanbhag, Consultant Ophthalmologist at L V Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), has recommended using organic gulal to avoid eye irritation during Holi festivities.
Chandigarh, Mar 24 (UNI) The spurious liquor, that claimed the lives of 20 people in Punjab''s Sangrur district, has been detected as ''Methanol'' - a fatal chemical used in industrial products, a police officer said on Sunday.
Agartala, Mar 24 (UNI) Shyamal Chowdhury, a leading literary personality and the father of Tripura’s Tourism Minister Sushanta Chowdhury passed away on Sunday morning in a private hospital here after a prolonged illness.
Srinagar, Mar 24 (UNI) Security forces on Sunday arrested two persons and recovered arms and ammunition from them during a joint search operation in Jammu Kashmir’s Anantnag district.
Srinagar, Mar 24 (UNI) Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Sunday predicted light rain and snow at many places during March 27 and 28 over Jammu and Kashmir.
Puri, Mar 23 (UNI) The Simhadwar police on Saturday detained a lady from Poland and her accompanying Hindu friend for entering the Sri Jagannath temple.
Chandigarh, Mar 23 (UNI) In order to unearth the entire nexus behind the Sangrur Spurious Liquor Case, Punjab Police on Saturday constituted a four-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) to supervise the uncovering of the backward and forward linkages in a professional and scientific manner in this case.
Hyderabad, Mar 23 (UNI) A full-day National Tax Conference was convened at the Federation of Telangana Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FTCCI) in Red Hills on Saturday, organised by the 49-year-old All India Federation of Tax Practitioners (AIFTP), South Zone, with support from the Telangana Tax Practitioners Association and FTCCI.
Lucknow, Mar 23 (UNI) The Uttar Pradesh government is gearing up to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply to the residents of the state during the Holi festivities.
Thimphu, Mar 22 (UNI) India and Bhutan on Friday signed several Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) in various sectors including a railway link between the two nations on day one of Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s visit to the Himalayan kingdom.
Sangrur, Mar 22 (UNI) With six more deaths reported, the toll in Sangrur''s spurious liquor tragedy rose to 14, police said on Friday.
Puri, Mar 22 (UNI) Padma Shri awardee sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has created sand art at Puri beach appealing to people to join the global movement to create the Biggest Hour for Earth.
Hyderabad, Mar 22 (UNI) FujiFilm India, a wholly owned subsidiary of FujiFilm Holdings Corporation, Tokyo, will set up its manufacturing facility in India, likely in the next 2–3 years.
Colombo, Mar 22 (UNI) The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) will publicize a marine tourism master plan by the end of this month, local media reported on Friday.
Hyderabad, Mar 22 (UNI) In a joint operation, the Telangana Drugs Control Administration (DCA) and the Prohibition and Excise Department have busted illegal manufacturing of the psychotropic substance ‘3-Methylmethcathinone (3-MMC)’ at PSN Medicare Private Ltd. in IDA Bollaram, Sangareddy District, outskirts of the city.
Sangrur, Mar 21 (UNI) With four more deaths, toll in the spurious liquor tragedy rose to eight in in Punjab''s Sangrur district on Thursday, police said.
Dharamshala, Mar 21 (UNI) A 33-year-old tourist, a resident of Phagwara in Punjab died on Thursday allegedly following a clash between two groups of tourists at Bagshunag near McLeodganj.
Lucknow, Mar 21 (UNI) In the wake of heavy rush of passengers during the Holi festival the Uttar Pradesh government will ensure 100 percent operation of UP State Transport Corporation (UPSRTC) buses.
Mumbai, Mar 21 (UNI) A comprehensive study on cyber security, conducted by ISB (Indian School of Business), has revealed that piracy websites are a major threat to Indian consumers with a 59 per cent risk of malware infection.
Hyderabad, Mar 21 (UNI) Hindustan Syringes and Medical Devices (HMD), one of the leading manufacturers of disposable and auto-disable syringes in the world, announced on Thursday that it has launched the most innovative and first-of-its-kind Dispojekt single-use syringes with safety needles in Hyderabad.
Chennai, Mar 21 (UNI) Haworth, a 2.57 billion US dollar company, offering premium global workspace solutions, marked a significant milestone with the groundbreaking of its second state-of-the-art factory in Chennai on Thursday and has been eyeing a double digit sales growth this year.
Srinagar, Mar 21 (UNI) Divisional Commissioner Kashmir Vijay Kumar Bidhuri on Thursday said a record voter turnout is expected during the forthcoming Parliamentary elections in Kashmir valley.
New Delhi, Mar 21 (UNI) Football is the most popular sport in Spain and in Europe.
New Delhi, Mar 20 (UNI) To keep a vigil on movement of unaccounted cash and other valuables likely or suspected to be used for electoral purposes, the Directorate of Income Tax (Investigation), Delhi has set up a 24x7 Control Room in Delhi.
Islamabad, Mar 20 (UNI) Security forces foiled an attack on the Gwadar Port Authority (GPA) complex on Wednesday and killed the eight attackers, media reports said.
Hubballi, Mar 20 (UNI) Former Karnataka Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar on Wednesday expressed confidence in securing a ticket for the Belagavi Parliamentary constituency as the Lok Sabha elections draw near.
Srinagar, Mar 20 (UNI) A Western Disturbance (WD) is likely to cause widespread light to moderate rain and snow over Jammu and Kashmir during the next 24 hours, officials said.
Jammu, Mar 19 (UNI) J&K Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) President Ravinder Raina on Tuesday said that the Narendra Modi Government has fulfilled all promises that were mentioned in the party manifesto during the last ten years.
Hyderabad, Mar 19 ( UNI): Telangana Chief Secretary Santhi Kumari on Tuesday said that there is no drinking water problem during the current summer season as there is enough water in the reservoirs in Telangana.
Aizawl, Mar 19(UNI) Champhai district, on the Mizoram-Mynmar border, has been making elaborate security arrangements for the coming lok sabha election in Mizoram , scheduled to be held on April 19 as the district is one of the main conduits for narco-terrorist activities, officials said on Tuesday.
Srinagar, Mar 19 (UNI) Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Tuesday predicted light to moderate rain and snow at many places over Jammu and Kashmir during March 21 and 22.
Sydney, Mar 19 (UNI) A new report has estimated that 47 per cent of Australians were hit by wild weather conditions in summer, with record heatwaves, intense storms, and cyclones sweeping through the country during the season.
Lucknow, Mar 18 (UNI) Samajwadi Party (SP) demanded on Monday the Election Commission of India (ECI) to transfer all high ranking officials of Mainpuri including the District Magistrate.
New Delhi, Mar 18 (UNI) One of the longest surviving JV for about four decades, Raychem RPG, has achieved another milestone by completing the very stringent, yearlong Pre-Qualification (PQ) test protocols, at Central Power Research Institute (CPRI) for its 245KV cable accessories manufactured in India.
Imphal, Mar 18 (UNI) Unidentified armed miscreants resorted to firing during a meeting that was addressed by former Congress MLA Alfred Kanggam Arthur at TK Woodland resort, Paorei Shirui village in Ukhrul district on Monday.
New Delhi, Mar 18 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday held a telephonic conversation with US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin and both briefly discussed a range of bilateral, regional security and defence cooperation issues.
New Delhi, Mar 18 (UNI) Punjabi singer and actor Diljit Dosanjh has left his fans ecstatic by sharing endearing snapshots with global sensation Ed Sheeran.
Bengaluru, Mar 18 (UNI) Karnataka BJP President Vijayendra Yediyurappa on Monday held Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his government accountable for an attack on a shopkeeper by some Muslim youth during Azaan.
Kolkata, Mar 18 (UNI) Balrampur Chini Mills Limited (BCML) has inked agreements with three renowned technological experts Sulzer AG, Alpine Engineering GmbH and Jacobs.
Bengaluru, Mar 18 (UNI) An altercation broke out between a group of individuals and a shopkeeper during the ''Azaan'' time here on Sunday, according to police.
Washington, Mar 18 (UNI) The US-Russia ties have no prospects during the next term of incumbent Russian President Vladimir Putin, former US Assistant Treasury Secretary Paul Craig Roberts told Sputnik.
Chennai, Mar 17 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will conduct road show in Coimbatore onMonday evening ahead of the Lok Sabha polls and heavy security arrangements have been made in view of the event.
Chennai, Mar 17 (UNI) The Directorate of Tourism, Government of Maharashtra, has opened its pavilion at the Chennai Tourism and Travel Expo being held here.
Guntur (Andhra Pradesh), Mar 16 (UNI) Guntur Range IGP Pala Raju on Saturday said that over 3,900 police personnel are being deployed to provide security for the ‘Prajagalam’ public meeting to be addressed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and organized by the TDP-JSP-BJP alliance at Chilakaluripet on Sunday.
Jammu, Mar 16 (UNI) Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police, R R Swain and Corps Commander Lt Gen Navin Sachdeva of the strategic 16 Corps on Saturday jointly presided over a high-level meeting and reviewed the security of the Jammu region keeping in view, among other things, the forthcoming general parliamentary elections.
Srinagar, Mar 16 (UNI) Inspector General of Police, V. K. Birdi, on Saturday stressed the importance of establishing a robust security grid and fostering collaboration with all stakeholders to ensure a cohesive approach.
New Delhi, Mar 16 (UNI) Ensuring that voters know candidate well, the Election Commission of India today said that Candidates with criminal antecedents are required to publish information in this regard in newspapers and through television channels on three occasions during the campaign period.
Mendipathar, Mar 15 (UNI) The Meghalaya government has allocated land at Mendipathar in the North Garo Hills district to Varun Beverages for setting up a manufacturing facility catering to carbonated soft drinks and other beverages.
New Delhi, Mar 15 (UNI) With a view to strengthen Electric Vehicle eco system in the country, the Government has approved a scheme to promote India as a manufacturing destination so that e-vehicles (EV) with the latest technology can be manufactured in the country.
Guwahati, Mar 15 (UNI )The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) approved Rs 421.15 crore for the construction of the 4-lane Gauripur bypass along NH-17 (New)/NH-31(Old), spanning from Dumardoha Pt-II to the Baladmara road in Dhubri district, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari said in a post on Friday.
Palampur, Mar 14 (UNI) Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, while addressing a public meeting at Palampur in district Kangra on Thursday, said that the government was preparing a blueprint to promote tourism activities in Palampur. He said that since the formation of new government in state, development of Kangra district has been his priority, and we have pledged to make Kangra the ''Tourism Capital'' of the state. To increase the footfall of domestic and international tourists, the Kangra Airport is also being expanded to promote tourism, he said.
Puri, Mar 14 (UNI) After a tedious ordeal, finally a tourist from Netherlands, Van Arkel Anthonie (70), whose belongings were looted by a taxi driver, was sent back home, thanks to the district administration, which made it possible.
New Delhi, Mar 14 (UNI) In a major achievement, state owned Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) on Thursday announced successful implementation of an innovative air purification project aimed at addressing air pollution in Mumbai.
New Delhi, Mar 14 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Thursday directed the Ajit Pawar faction, which has been officially recognized as the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) by the Election Commission of India to submit an undertaking in the court that they will not use the name and pictures of former NCP supremo Sharad Pawar in the election campaign.
Colombo, Mar 14 (UNI) Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe stressed the need to expand the tourism industry beyond coastal areas to strengthen the country''s economy, according to a statement from the President''s Media Division (PMD) on Thursday.
Hyderabad, Mat 14 (UNI): South Central Railway (SCR) on Thursday said it has achieved a significant achievement in the ‘Mission Zero Scrap’ by registering a whopping Rs. 411.39 crores revenue through scrap sales during the current financial year 2023-24.
Srinagar, Mar 14 (UNI) After rain and snowfall, the weather improved and is likely to remain dry for the next seven days in J&K, officials said.
Srinagar, Mar 14 (UNI) After rain and snowfall, the weather improved and is likely to remain dry for the next seven days, officials said.
Chennai, Mar 13 (UNI) In a landmark move one of the big ticket invetments,Tata Motors on Wednesday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tamil Nadu government to set up a massive vehicle manufacturing facility involving an investment of Rs 9,000 crores spread over five years.
Deotsidh (HP), Mar 13 (UNI) Security around Baba Balak Nath temple during the Chaaitra fair beginning on March 14 will be monitored through drones so that no anti-social or anti-national elements could create any problems. police said on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Mar 13 (UNI) Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud and other Supreme Court Judges on Wednesday felicitated Pragya, the daughter of a cook in the Supreme Court, for securing a scholarship to study master''s in Law in the United States.
Tehran, Mar 13 (UNI) At least 15 people were killed and 4,720 others injured by fireworks explosions in Iranian cities during the Fire Festival celebrations, the semi-official Fars news agency reported Wednesday.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 13 (UNI) East Coast Railway (ECoR) has decided to run five pairs of Special Trains during Holi Festival from its jurisdiction.
Chandigarh, Mar 13 (UNI) The Haryana Assembly on Wednesday paid rich tributes to former Deputy Speaker Faqir Chand Aggarwal, who died on March 6.
Kolkata, Mar 13 (UNI) Jupiter Wagons, a provider of comprehensive mobility solutions encompassing rail, road and marine transportation, has bagged the acquisition of a 957 crores contract from the Ministry of Railways (Railway Board) for the manufacturing and supply of BOSM Wagons, official sources said on Wednesday.
New Delhi, Mar 13 (UNI) With a view to promote state of Madhya Pradesh as a premier tourist destination, the state has signed a MoU with flight ticket specialist MakeMyTrip (MMT) and bus ticketing major redBus to bring more facilities into state that help promote tourism.
Srinagar, Mar 13 (UNI) A western disturbance is likely to trigger widespread light to moderate rain or snow in most parts of Jammu and Kashmir, officials said on Wednesday.
Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 13 (UNI) Kerala Tourism Minister P. A. Mohamed Riyas will inaugurate the Convention Center constructed by the Department of Tourism as part of the second phase of infrastructure development activities at Veli Tourist Village here on Wednesday.
(rpt, correcting header)Bhubaneswar, Mar 12 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday laid the foundation stone of a futuristic and modern jail under the 5T initiative at Jamujhari near BhubaneswarSpeaking on the occasion, Patnaik said “This is a momentous occasion that heralds the beginning of a new era for the prison administration”.
Puri, Mar 12 (UNI) A jet shaped metallic and Fiber object was recovered from the fishing net of Pentkota sea fishermen on Tuesday.
Bengaluru, March 12 (UNI) The Isha Mahashivratri celebrations at Sadhguru Sannidhi at Chikkaballapur near Bengaluru created a historic response, drawing over 4 lakh people to the center between March 8 and March 10.
Bhubaneswar, Mar 12(UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday laid the foundation stone of a futuristic and modern jail under the 5T initiative at Jamujhari near Bhubaneswar Speaking on the occasion, Patnaik said “This is a momentous occasion that heralds the beginning of a new era for the prison administration”.
Aizawl, Mar 12 (UNI) Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma, who also holds the Finance portfolio, on Tuesday informed the state legislative assembly that the state government has received short payment of Rs 2,370.80 crore from the central government during the Covid-19 pandemic years.
Jaunpur (UP), Mar12 (UNI) One passenger was killed and 17 others injured when a tourist bus collided head on with a truck in Jalalpur area of Jaunpur district here in Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday, police sources said.
Kochi, Mar 12 (UNI) Fisheries sector plays a crucial role in ensuring the food and nutritional security as well as the livelihood of millions of fishermen in the country, former Director General of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Padma Shri Dr S Ayyappan said.
Moscow, Mar 12 (UNI) An Il-76 military transport aircraft has crashed during the takeoff in Russia''s Ivanovo Region, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Tuesday.
New Delhi, Mar 12 (UNI) With a view to promote state of Madhya Pradesh as a premier tourist destination, the state has signed a MoU with flight ticket specialist MakeMyTrip and bus ticketing major redBus to bring more facilities into state that help promote tourism.
Lucknow, Mar 12 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said on Tuesday that with the resolve of ''Har Ghar Nal-Har Ghar Jal'', a campaign is going on to provide pure drinking water to 2.65 crore rural families of the state.
Hyderabad, Mar 12 (UNI) Mane Group, a leading player in the Flavors and Fragrance sector based in France, has declared a strategic expansion with a substantial investment of Rs 200 crores in its upcoming manufacturing facility dedicated to savory and snack flavors, situated near Hyderabad.
Kolkata, Mar 11 (UNI) Adplus Chemicals & Polymers Private Limited, a Subsidiary of Haldia Petrochemicals Ltd, inaugurated a new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Haldia on Monday.
Yadadri Bhuvanagiri (Telangana), Mar 11 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy presented silk clothes to Yadadri Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy in this district on behalf of the state government, marking the commencement of the 11-day Brahmostavam on Monday.
New Delhi, Mar 11 (UNI) President Droupadi Murmu, embarked on a three-day state visit to Mauritius to attend the National Day celebrations on March 12.
Jammu, Mar 10 (UNI) Attended by the sea of humanity, the four-day festival to mark Mahashivratri Mahotsav organised across the Jammu region ended with fanfare on Sunday.
Srinagar, Mar 10 (UNI) Two back-to-back Western Disturbances (WD’s) in quick succession are likely to trigger rain and snow over the next five days in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.
New Delhi, Mar 9 (UNI) The comprehensive maritime security exercise ‘Sea Defenders-2024’ between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the United States Coast Guard (USCG) culminated at Port Blair on Saturday, that aimed at enhancing maritime cooperation and interoperability between the two forces.
Satara, Mar 9 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sarturday called for developing nature spots hidden in Sahyadri mountain range.
Bhopal, Mar 9 (UNI) Former Union Minister and Congress leader Suresh Pachouri, who entered BJP ranks on Saturday along with many supporters, claimed that he was pained by the Congress’ stance vis-à-vis the Ram temple consecration ceremony.
Jammu, Mar 9 (UNI) Security forces have recovered rusted grenades and bullets on Saturday in Rajouri district of Jammu and Kashmir.
Tokyo, Mar 9 (UNI) The first launch of the Japanese Kairos-1 rocket, owned by the Space One company and placed at a private space station, Spaceport Kii, in the Japanese Wakayama prefecture, has been postponed, the officials said during the launch broadcast on Saturday.
Bhopal, Mar 9 (UNI) Senior Congress leader and former Union Minister Suresh Pachouri, and some others entered the BJP ranks on Saturday.
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Jammu, Mar 8 (UNI) In a bid to invigorate adventure tourism and empower the youth of the region, the Directorate of Tourism Jammu, under the visionary guidance of Commissioner Secretary, Yasha Mudgal, has undertaken a groundbreaking endeavour: the Special Combined Paragliding Course.
New Delhi, Mar 8 (UNI) President Droupadi Murmu will visit the Republic of Mauritius to attend the National Day celebrations of Mauritius on March 12, said the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday.
Srinagar, Mar 8 (UNI) Apni Party President Altaf Bukhari on Friday said the leaders who created the People''s Alliance for Gupkar Declaration (PAGD) have themselves buried it in just four years without even bothering to perform its last rites.
Islamabad, Mar 8 (UNI) Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif said on Friday that his government would continue to take steps to ensure equal and just rights for women as well as providing them with equal opportunities for education and employment.
Gorakhpur, March 8 (UNI) Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday said that 100 Compress Biogas (CBG) plants will be set up in Uttar Pradesh in the coming months.
Hyderabad, Mar 8 (UNI) Bharat Rashtra Samithi Working President and former Minister K T Rama Rao (KTR) has been extended yet another prestigious invitation, this time from the renowned Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras.
Kota, Mar 8 (UNI) As many as 18 children were injured from electric shock during a procession on the occasion of Mahashivratri here in Rajasthan''s Kota district on Friday, police said.
Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 8 (UNI) Kerala LSGD Minister MB Rajesh on Friday announced ''One Day Work From Home'' for Kudumbashree staff during their menstruation.
San Francisco, Mar 8 (UNI) The Boeing 777-200 aircraft operated by United Airlines and bound for Japan lost a tyre during takeoff from the US city of San Francisco and has been forced to make an emergency landing in Los Angeles, the company said.
Dharamsala, Mar 8 (UNI) The second century of the series by Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill helped India deflate England and raced past their first innings total of 218 at lunch on Day 2 of the fifth and final Test here on Friday.
Aizawl, Mar 7:(UNI) In a significant crackdown on the illicit drug trade, Assam Rifles and Zokhawthar Police Department recovered a staggering 5.394 kilograms of heroin, valued at a whopping Rs 37.75 crore at Melbuk near the Myanmar border in Mizoram''s Champhai district.
Jammu, Mar 7 (UNI) Continuing the promotional stride for religious tourism encompassing the celebration of religious festivals at local shrines and temples, the Directorate of Tourism Jammu in collaboration with JKAACL and District Administration Jammu, Samba and Reasi has organised the Mahashivratri Mahotsav with vibrant festivities.
United Nations, Mar 7 (UNI) UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday called on all parties to the conflict in Sudan to cease hostilities during the Islamic month of Ramadan.
Chandigarh/Berlin, Mar 07 (UNI) Punjab Tourism Minister Anmol Gagan Mann was conferred ''Women Tourism Minister of the year'' award on Thursday during an International event in Berlin (Germany) for her commendable role in the sector. Additionally, Punjab also won the Farm and Rural Tourism Award.
New Delhi, Mar 7 (UNI) Manufacturing will be India’s focus in the next five years as it has huge employment potential, IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday.
Thiruvananthapuram, Mar 7 (UNI) The Kerala Government has signed an agreement with Morex Group for the development of the prestigious Bekal Tourism Village Project with an estimated investment of Rs 250 crore, which stands out as the first investment proposal to become a reality among a raft of schemes showcased at the Tourism Investors Meet 2023 (TIM). Tourism Minister P A Mohamed Riyas handed over the the Licence Agreement for the Bekal Tourism Village Project to Sherief Maulakkiriath, Chairman & Managing Director, Morex Group of Companies, Kanhangad, at a function here.
Kochi, Mar 7 (UNI) Cochin International Airport Ltd. (CIAL) has announced its summer schedule, which will be effective from March 31 to October 26.
Canberra, Mar 7 (UNI) An Australian soldier has died after sustaining injuries in a parachuting accident at a military base in Sydney, the Australian Department of Defence confirmed on Thursday.
Srinagar, Mar 7 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Srinagar on a day’s visit amid unprecedented security arrangements here on Thursday.
Tokyo, Mar 7 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday raised concerns over the Red Sea crisis, saying "the maritime safety and security have become particularly pressing concerns for India and Japan.
Lucknow, March 6 (UNI) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said that the state has immense potential in health tourism through the AYUSH medical system.
Mumbai, Mar 6 (UNI) The Planning Department, headed by Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, on Wednesday approved a plan worth Rs 381.57 crore for Satara Integrated Tourism Development.
New Delhi, Mar 6 (UNI) Launching a scathing attack on Bansuri Swaraj, who has been named by the Bharatiya Janata Party as its candidate from the New Delhi constituency, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Wednesday alleged that she helped Lalit Modi, who is accused of financial irregularites, in evading the country.
Srinagar, Mar 6 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will announce major development projects for Jammu and Kashmir during his one-day visit to Srinagar, an official spokesman said on Wednesday.
Srinagar, Mar 6 (UNI) Meteorological Centre Srinagar on Wednesday predicts scattered very light rain and snow over Jammu and Kashmir during the next 24 hours.
Solan (HP) March 5 (UNI) Two migrant labourers were buried alive following a landslide in Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, police said on Tuesday.
Mumbai, Mar 5 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde assured on Tuesday that there will be no dearth of funds for development of Sant Dnyaneshwar Udyan at Paithan as a tourist destination of international standard.
Shimla, Mar 5 (UNI) Braving an extremely cold wave at minus 15 to minus 20 degrees temperature 17 tourists in Lahaul Spiti district are stranded due to extreme cold, with six Italians at Kee Monestry and the rest in three homestay units.
Hyderabad, Mar 5 (UNI) The Telangana Drugs Control Administration (DCA) on Tuesday issued a spurious drug alert and stop-use notice of all certain drugs claimed on the label as manufactured by ''Meg Lifesciences'', Palli Gaon, Distt. Sirmour of Himachal Pradesh, that are being circulated in the market.
Srinagar, Mar 5 (UNI) Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit, a multi-tier security setup is in place in Srinagar to ensure a peaceful event.
Srinagar Mar 5 (UNI) Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit, a multi-tier security setup is in place in Srinagar to ensure a peaceful event.
Hyderabad, Mar 5 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, asserted that a sense of insecurity prevails among those ruling family-based political parties.
Phnom Penh, Mar 5 (UNI) At least two people were injured in a bus explosion at a parking lot in front of the famed Angkor Wat temple in northwest Cambodia''s Siem Reap province on Tuesday, a police chief said.
Rampur (UP), Mar 4 (UNI) A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan was shot dead during a clash between two brothers in Suar area of Rampur district here in Uttar Pradesh on Monday, police sources said here.
Kolhapur, Mar 4 (UNI) Sant Rohidas Leather Industry and Tannery Development Corporation (Lidcom) has launched world famous ''Kolhapuri Chappal'' in a new avatar using the latest ''blockchain'' technology for its golden jubilee year in order to provide authentic and durable chappals to their customers.
Lucknow, Mar 4 (UNI) Expressing happiness over the significant increase in the number of tourists in Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said that the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology can be taken to accurately ascertain the number of tourists at tourist places.
Wellington, Mar 4 (UNI) The recovery of New Zealand tourism contributed to the narrowing of New Zealand''s services trade deficit, according to the statistics department Stats NZ on Monday.
Shimla, Mar 3 (UNI) Following intervention by Himachal Pradesh Vidhan Sabha Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania,state Home department has decided to constitute a board, headed by a senior IPS officer of IG rank, to probe the incident of security lapses in State Assembly complex at Council of Chamber Shimla and Tapovan based Vidhan Sabha complex at Dharmshala.
Puri, Mar 3 (UNI) Puri Simhadwar police on Sunday detained nine non-Hindu persons who allegedly entered Sri Jagannath temple in this pilgrim town of Odisha.
Itanagar, Mar 3 (UNI) Spelling out that tourism and horticulture sectors were the ‘double growth engines’ that could propel the economy of Ziro Valley, local MLA, and Arunachal Pradesh Agriculture & Horticulture Minister Tage Taki on Sunday urged the youth to take advantage of the favourable landscape gifted by nature for their income generating start-ups and sustainability.
Chennai, Mar 3 (UNI) A five-layered security arrangements have been put in place and 15,000 police personnel were deployed in view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi''s brief visit to the city on Monday.
Srinagar, Mar 3 (UNI) At least three laborers were swept away in the river Jhelum after a portion of the bridge they were working on collapsed in the border area of Uri in north Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Sunday.
Nalchik, Russia, Mar 3 (UNI) Six fighters engaging in armed resistance were eliminated in Russia''s Ingushetia in the course of a special operation in the town of Karabulak, a source in the region''s law enforcement has told Sputnik.
Washington, Mar 3 (UNI) Former U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday won Missouri''s Republican presidential caucus, continuing his march toward the GOP nomination.
Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh), Mar 2 (UNI) Chief of Sri Viswa Vignana Vidya Adhyatmika Peetham of Pithapuram Dr Umar Alisha on Saturday said spiritualism was the key for securing divine blessings that helps everyone to lead a happy life overcoming the problems in their daily activities.
New Delhi, March 2 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Friday issued notice to Mohan Nayak, an accused in the murder of Journalist Gauri Lankesh, on a petition filed by Karnataka government challenging the High Court order granting him bail.
New Delhi, Mar 2 (UNI) Domestic coal production has registered an impressive growth of upto 29 percent in the 11 months of current financial year, a move that would reduce dependence on imported coal while ensuring energy security in the country.
New Delhi, Mar 2 (UNI) Renowned Bollywood actress Tamannaah Bhatia recently made a spiritual visit to the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi on Saturday.
Mumbai, Mar 2 (UNI) The PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI) hosted its 6th Global Film Tourism Conclave with the theme “Transforming Location into Vacation” at Novotel, Juhu, Mumbai.
Jammu, Mar 1 (UNI) The Jammu and Kashmir E-Governance Agency (JaKeGA) organised a two-day training and handholding session on security audits of departmental websites for nodal officers of government departments on Friday.
Shimla, Mar 1 (UNI) Himachal Pradesh Assembly Speaker Kuldeep Singh Pathania on Friday grilled top officials including the state Home Secretary and the Director General of Police over a major security lapse in the House.
New Delhi, March 1 (UNI) A Delhi Court on Friday extended the judicial custody of all the six accused persons arrested in connection with Parliament Security Breach Case.
New Delhi, Mar 1 (UNI) Private power company Torrent Power Limited (TPL) has emerged successful under competitive bidding and received Letter of Award from NTPC Vidyut Vyapar Nigam Limited (NVVN), for supply of power from its Gas-based Power Plant during forthcoming Summer’s crunch/high power demand periods from March 16, 2024 to June 30, 2024 period.
Chennai, Mar 1 (UNI) An International Conference on Asian Security: Role of India and Taiwan was held at the Pondicherry University on Friday.
Imphal, Mar 1 (UNI) Manipur Chief Minister, N Biren Singh informed the House on Friday that so far nine Manipur Police and three security personnel have died, and 165 personnel including 98 police personnel injured during the Manipur crisis.
Kolkata, Mar 1 (UNI) Godrej & Boyce, the flagship company of the godrej Group, had revealed that its business Godrej Security Solutions observed a 15 per cent growth fuelled by its Home Lockers category due to its rising demand during the ongoing wedding season.
Pune, Feb 29 (UNI) The Southern Command Headquarters conducted solemn Investiture ceremony with military grandeur at Bipin Rawat Auditorium, RSAMI, Pune, where 35 individual and 29 Unit appreciation were conferred to the Army personnel and to the units of the Southern Command for their outstanding display of courage, valour and dedication towards the service of the country.
Patna, Feb 29 (UNI) Bihar assembly passed bills for crime control and public security along with others by voice vote on Thursday.
New Delhi, Feb 29 (UNI) In a major decision, the Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday approved the establishment of three semiconductor units under ‘Development of Semiconductors and Display Manufacturing Ecosystems in India, a move that will help India overcome the deficiency of chips used in various electrical manufacturing.
New Delhi, Feb 29 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Mauritius counterpart Pravind Kumar Jugnauth on Thursday inaugurated the developmental projects at the Agaleaga Island in Mauritius through video conferencing.
Srinagar, Feb 29 (UNI) Meteorological Centre Srinagar has predicted heavy to moderate rain and snowfall in the next couple of days in Jammu and Kashmir.
Wellington, Feb 29 (UNI) Tourism has stepped up to become New Zealand''s second-biggest export earner, as it has generated 3.7 percent of the country''s gross domestic product, Tourism Minister Matt Doocey said on Thursday.
Hyderabad, Feb 28 (UNI) The Work Integrated Learning Programmes (WILP) division of Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS), Pilani, has introduced a new PG Diploma programme in Smart Manufacturing.
Srinagar, Feb 28 (UNI) A total of 32 candidates were handed over on-spot job letters during a Job Fair/Rozgar Mela at Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district on Wednesday.
Bengaluru, Feb 28 (UNI) Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said India is on a high-growth trajectory to achieve its development goals by 2047 due to a growth rate of 7.3 percent over the first three quarters of the current fiscal year.
New Delhi, Feb 28 (UNI) The India-U.S. Senior Officials’ Homeland Security Dialogue (HSD) was held here on Wednesday where both sides reviewed the ongoing cooperation in counter-terrorism and security domains, which has been a key pillar of the India-US strategic partnership.