New Delhi: India will celebrate its 80th Independence Day on August 15 with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the national celebrations at the historic Red Fort in New Delhi amid patriotic fervour and heightened security arrangements. For the first time, the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ will be rendered as part of the Independence Day celebrations Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to those affected by the Partition of India, recalling the immense suffering endured by families who were uprooted, lost loved ones and were forced to rebuild their lives amid adversity. Marking Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, Modi said the day is an occasion to remember the Read More…
New Delhi: Eminent historian Sumit Sarkar died at his Delhi residence on Thursday due to age-related ailments. He was 87. Historian and family friend G Arunima said Sarkar had been unwell for a long time and had been facing age-related health issues in recent years. Sarkar is survived by his wife, historian Tanika Sarkar, and Read More…
Bengaluru: Residents who park vehicles on public roads outside their homes may have to pay an annual fee of up to Rs 25,000 under the draft Greater Bengaluru Authority (Parking) Rules, 2026, released by the Karnataka government. The proposed residential parking permit fee is Rs 15,000 for hatchbacks, Rs 20,000 for sedans and Rs 25,000 Read More…
New Delhi: Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman C. P. Radhakrishnan met Kenyan National Assembly Speaker Moses M. Wetang’ula and a parliamentary delegation visiting India. Radhakrishnan highlighted the close parliamentary ties between the two countries and offered India’s expertise in digital technology and paperless Parliament initiatives. He also discussed India’s development assistance to Kenya, including Read More…
New Delhi: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday presented the Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowships and Awards for 2024 and 2025 to eminent artists in New Delhi. Addressing the gathering, the President said the honoured artists collectively represent India’s rich and diverse cultural heritage. She highlighted the importance of preserving folk and tribal art forms, many of Read More…
New Delhi: A parliamentary panel has flagged a significant gap between curriculum design and its implementation for students in Classes 9 to 12, stating that the non-availability of textbooks and application-based Board examination patterns are causing academic stress and confusion among students, particularly those appearing for Classes 10 and 12 examinations. The observations are part Read More…
New Delhi: A parliamentary panel has flagged a “drastic decline” in the number of schools and students as the level of education rises, noting that nearly 73 per cent of students drop out before completing higher secondary education. The observation was made in the Tenth Report of the Committee on Estimates (2026-27) on “Budget and Read More…
New Delhi: The Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H), Ministry of Ayush, and the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, on Wednesday renewed their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to implement the ‘One Herb, One Standard’ initiative. The renewed three-year agreement aims to develop uniform, scientifically robust quality standards for Read More…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted the inspiring journey and contributions of former President Ram Nath Kovind during the release of his autobiography, ‘Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles’. Modi said the book presents Kovind’s struggles, his contributions in various roles and his deep commitment to public service. He Read More…