Author: Agencies
MUMBAI: Vantara, the animal rescue centre in Gujarat, said on Wednesday it fully supports efforts to bring back Madhuri, a 36-year-old elephant, to her original home in Kolhapur. This comes after the Maharashtra government announced plans to request the Supreme Court to review its earlier order and allow the tusker’s return. Madhuri the elephant, also known as Mahadevi, was shifted from Kolhapur’s Nandani Math to Vantara’s facility in Jamnagar last month, following a Bombay High Court order based on a petition from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). On Tuesday, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the Maharashtra government…
JAMMU: A very young six-member delegation from Jodhamal Public School brought laurels to the institution with their remarkable performance at the prestigious WELMUN 2025 conference, hosted by Welham Boys’ School, Dehradun. The high-profile event witnessed participation from 24 premier schools across India, engaging in three days of intense debate, negotiation, and global diplomacy. The Jodhamal delegation, comprising Pavitt Singh, Aarav Handoo, Aarit Gupta, Aarit Malhotra, and Aaradhya Bhandari, stood out for their exceptional research, articulate diplomacy, and persuasive public speaking. Their success was a result of meticulous preparation under the guidance of Anjali, Raghunandan, and CCA Coordinator Pooja Sharma, with…
NEW DELHI: North India’s first Nuclear Power Plant, located in Gorakhpur, Haryana, is expected to become operational by 2031-32. Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh informed the Lok Sabha today. “Once completed, the Gorakhpur Haryana Anu Vidyut Pariyojana (GHAVP) will significantly bolster the region’s clean energy capacity, marking a strategic shift in the nuclear energy footprint which has historically been concentrated in southern and western parts of the country”, said the Minister.…
MUMBAI: JioBlackRock Asset Management Private Limited, a 50:50 joint venture between Jio Financial Services Limited (JFSL) and global investment giant BlackRock, has launched its first set of five Index Funds through a New Fund Offering (NFO). The offering opens on Tuesday (August 5) and will close on August 12. The move is aimed at offering Indian investors low-cost, transparent, and easy-to-access investment options through a fully digital experience. Sid Swaminathan, managing director and CEO of JioBlackRock Asset Management, said, “JioBlackRock aims to cater to the full range of investors at all stages of their investment journey. The NFO is an…
NEW DELHI : A delegation of the “Government Employees National Confederation” (GENC) called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh here today to discuss a wide range of service-related matters concerning Central Government employees. The delegation appreciated the Government of India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, for being consistently receptive to employee concerns and cooperative in addressing their suggestions. They particularly appreciated the proactive approach of DoPT (Department of Personnel &…
POONCH: Minister for Social Welfare, Sakeena Itoo, today distributed motorized Tricycles among 28 specially abled persons at a function held here today. The event was organized by the Department of Social Welfare department with an aim at enhancing the mobility and independence of individuals with physical challenges. MLA Haveli, Ajaz Ahmed Jan; Director Social Welfare Jammu; Additional District Development Commissioner Poonch; DSWO Poonch; other district and sectoral officers and locals were also present on the occasion. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister reaffirmed the commitment of government to social welfare and inclusive governance. “Empowering the differently-abled is not just a…
POONCH: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo, today chaired a meeting to review the performance and functioning of Health, Social Welfare and Education departments in Poonch district. The meeting was attended by MLA Haveli, Ajaz Ahmed Jan; MLA Surankote, Choudhary Mohammad Akram; Deputy Commissioner Poonch, Vikas Kundal; Director Social Welfare Jammu, Director School Education Jammu, Director Health Services Jammu, Director Colleges, Medical Superintendent District Hospital Poonch besides other district and sectoral officers. While reviewing the functioning of education sector, the Minister had in-depth assessment of ongoing works on under construction buildings. She directed the…
SRINAGAR: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha today handed over the appointment letters to 158 Next of Kins (NoKs) of Kashmiri Civilians killed by Pakistan-backed terrorists. The families of terror victims narrated their traumatic experiences. They exposed the injustice perpetrated by Pakistan-sponsored terrorists and their sympathizers against their families. The Lieutenant Governor paid his heartfelt tribute to civilian martyrs and saluted the courage and perseverance of families who have suffered from terrorism in Jammu Kashmir. “Wounds that have persisted for decades are now being healed. Today’s landmark event provided a sense of closure to the families who have silently suffered trauma for…
NEW DELHI : In a bid to deepen bilateral scientific engagement, Philippines Science Minister, designated there as the Secretary of Science & Technology , Dr. Renato U. Solidum Jr., called on Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr. Jitendra Singh, here today. The meeting marked a renewed momentum in India-Philippines science and technology cooperation, anchored by the envisaged “Programme of Cooperation (PoC)” for the period 2025–2028. The high-level discussion focused on translating the broad-based cooperation outlined in the PoC into…
NEW DELHI: “Kishtwar’s remote Marwah block symbolises the aspirational rise of rural India”. This was stated here today by Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh, who also happens to be three-time sitting MP from Udhampur-Kathua-Doda Lok Sabha constituency, while virtually addressing the NITI Aayog’s Aspirational Block programme “Sampoornta Abhiyan Samman Samaroh” at Chowgan Maidan Kishtwar. Dr Jitendra Singh said that he could not be present at the venue because of the ongoing session of Parliament and thanked the NITI Aayog authorities for arranging for him to join virtually from the Parliament House itself. Affirming that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visionary ‘Aspirational Districts Programme’…