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Trump signs executive order ending diversity discrimination in federal gov
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
US President Trump signed an executive order on January 21, 2025, aimed at ending race- and sex-based preferences in federal agencies and the private sector. The order revokes previous diversity and inclusion policies, calling for a merit-based approach to opportunities and ensuring complian
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US Secretary of State Rubio meets EAM Jaishankar, discusses strategic coop
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in Washington, DC, to reaffirm the US-India strategic partnership. Discussions focused on critical technologies, defence, energy, and advancing a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
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Assam drives Northeast's direct selling growth, sales surge to Rs 1,854 cr
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Assam, being the 9th largest direct selling market in the country, has emerged as a leader in the region, accounting for Rs 1,009 crore in sales and a 4.7% national market share.
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Odisha man walks 30-40 km daily for 50 years to sell papad to support fami
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Chakradhar Rana, affectionately known as the "Papad Man," has spent over 50 years walking the streets of Udala in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha.
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"Reviewed our extensive bilateral partnership, exchanged views on wide ran
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met the US Secretary of State for their first bilateral meeting, hours after Marco Rubio assumed office.
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Shruti Kotwal eyes 2026 Winter Olympics qualification
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The 33-year-old from Pune will be leading India's charge in the Asian Winter Games in Harbin, China from February 7 to February 14
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Mansukh Mandaviya urges NSFs to follow good governance guidelines, nation-
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The Sports Minister emphasised on the need of 'greater transparency and accountability in the functioning of NSFs and the need to minimise litigations' so that athletes don't have to suffer in the bargain. A 360-degree approach was highlighted as essential for comprehensive sports developmen
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India welcomes Neutral expert's decision on Indus waters treaty dispute
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
India welcomed the decision given by the Neutral Expert on the Indus Water Treaty which upholds and vindicates India's stand in relation to the Kishenganga and Ratle hydroelectric projects, the Ministry of External Affairs shared on Tuesday.
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UAE: Abdullah bin Zayed chairs 2025's first meeting of Education, Human Re
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The council discussed the future priorities within the new strategic directions, including work updates of the Ministry of Education, Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and activation plans of the Ministry of Community Empowerment and Ministry of Family.
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JK CM Omar Abdullah visits Rajouri's Badhal, assures citizens affected by
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Jammu & Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Tuesday visited Rajouri's Badhal village to assess the situation arising due to "mysterious deaths".
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Gujarat Govt provides free Haemophilia treatment: Over 11,000 injections
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
Haemophilia, a rare hereditary blood disorder that prevents proper blood clotting, affects millions globally and as there is no permanent cure for this, timely treatment is crucial to manage the condition.
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India, France agree to expand bilateral partnership in high-end technology
Updated : 1 year, 6 months ago IST
The discussions encompassed key areas of bilateral cooperation including defence, civil nuclear energy, space, cyber and digital, Artificial Intelligence (AI), institutional dialogue mechanisms, and initiatives fostering people-to-people exchanges and cultural ties.
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