Ramanathapuram Wins Rs 10 Crore Grant for Top Ranking
Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu secured first place in agriculture and water resources under India's aspirational districts programme, earning a Rs 10 crore incentive grant.
Ramanathapuram district in Tamil Nadu secured first place in agriculture and water resources under India's aspirational districts programme, earning a Rs 10 crore incentive grant.
The Yogi Adityanath government's aspirational blocks initiative is delivering tangible improvements in civic infrastructure, education, and sports facilities across Uttar Pradesh's rural development blocks.
A temporary worker in Pallipalayam municipality blocked a TNSTC bus and staged a sit-in protest after the driver failed to stop when she signalled earlier in the day.
Kolkata's KMDA is upgrading 26 road stretches in Howrah at Rs 26 crore, targeting accident-prone areas after a 35% rise in accidents due to potholes.
The Indian government has blocked 242 illegal betting and gambling website links in a significant enforcement action to curb online financial fraud and protect citizens.
Uttar Pradesh's aspirational blocks are becoming inspirational models under the Yogi Adityanath-led government's initiatives, showcasing progress in education, health, and infrastructure.
UP government deploys chief minister fellows in 108 backward blocks to deliver essential services directly to vulnerable populations, ensuring no one is left behind.
A wild elephant blocked the Charmadi Ghat road in Karnataka late Friday night, halting traffic completely and leaving vehicles stranded for nearly 3 km. Read the full report on the dramatic incident.
Indonesia has blocked access to Elon Musk's Grok AI chatbot due to its ability to generate sexualized images, violating local laws. Learn about the regulatory crackdown and its implications for AI governance.
Indonesia bans xAI's Grok chatbot for creating non-consensual explicit deepfakes, citing digital violence. Officials demand compliance and safeguards. Read the full story.
Nearly 200 tribal students from backward districts of Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha gather in Visakhapatnam. They share aspirations to transform their regions despite gaps in education and healthcare. Discover their inspiring journeys.
A wild elephant blocked a government bus near Anchetty, Krishnagiri, causing a scare. The driver waited patiently until the animal moved. Locals urge forest officials to monitor elephant movement. Read the full story.
NITI Aayog approves Rs 1.64 crore for a Zero Waste Pineapple Innovation Hub in Assam's Cachar district to boost value addition, jobs, and sustainability. Read how this project will transform the local agrarian economy.
India now operates 132 Compressed Bio Gas plants with 920 TPD capacity under SATAT. Minister Puri also announced 50 new oil & gas exploration blocks to boost energy security. Read more.
Goa CM Pramod Sawant announces a third district comprising four hinterland talukas. The move aims to improve governance and access to central funds. Details inside.
Odisha plans its first-ever gold mine auctions in 2026. A committee meets Jan 3 to finalize the auction calendar for 49 mineral blocks, including two gold-bearing areas. Read more.
Trichy Corporation deploys a high-tech super sucker truck to clear sewer blocks, eliminating manual scavenging. Funded by the 15th Finance Commission, it promises faster, cleaner operations.
An 11-year-old girl suffered burns in Mangaluru after an SUV blocked her father's motorcycle. Police probe beef transport & alleged moral policing. Read details.
Odisha government will finalize auction details for 11 major critical mineral blocks on January 3. The move aims to boost India's domestic supply of strategic resources like graphite and nickel.
Women in Chamba are breaking tradition by mastering the iconic Thal carving, aiming for financial independence and helping the district shed its 'aspirational' status. Read their inspiring journey.
Trichy Corporation introduces a high-tech super sucker truck worth ₹3.7 crore to clear underground drainage blocks with minimal manual effort, promising cleaner streets.
Western Railway asks BEST to add bus services from Borivli to Churchgate & Virar due to train cancellations for maintenance blocks until Jan 18. Plan your commute.
The Kerala government's last-minute blocking of films from the International Film Festival has drawn sharp criticism, raising concerns over artistic freedom and intolerance. Read more on this developing story.
Telangana govt prepares to operationalise nine new Critical Care Blocks in district hospitals from January first week. This move aims to reduce referrals to Hyderabad and strengthen golden hour emergency care across the state.
Assam Congress launches a state-wide campaign to crowdsource a people's manifesto using 'aspirational boxes'. APCC chief Gaurav Gogoi leads the initiative targeting key issues ahead of 2024 polls.
Goa plans to auction more mineral blocks after quantifying iron ore reserves. The state, restarting mining after a long hiatus, has operationalized 5 of 11 auctioned blocks and will export up to 25 MTPA of dump ore.
Russia blocks Apple FaceTime, citing misuse for terrorism & fraud. This follows crackdowns on WhatsApp, Telegram & YouTube. Details on the ban and its impact inside.
Russia has restricted Apple's FaceTime and other foreign calling apps. This move tightens control over digital communication. Read about the implications and global tech response.
Mangaluru Deputy Commissioner announces laterite stone price drop from Rs 65 to Rs 45, with further reduction expected. 59 extraction permits issued to boost supply. Read for details on sand mining and road repairs.
Trichy district's two government colleges to get new academic blocks worth ₹13.6 crore, addressing infrastructure gaps after student protests. Construction begins this week.