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A national workshop titled “Water Use Efficiency: Strategies for a Sustainable Future” was held in New Delhi to discuss improving water use in the domestic sector. It was organised by the Bureau of Water Use Efficiency (BWUE) under the National Water Mission (NWM) and the Indian Plumbing Association (IPA). The event brought together over 350 participants, including policymakers, industry leaders, and experts. Union Minister of Jal Shakti C R Patil inaugurated the workshop. He emphasised the government’s dedication to water conservation through innovative and collaborative efforts. The Secretary of the Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation delivered…

The global content moderation market is forecast to triple in size by 2031, growing from $8.5 billion in 2021 to $26.3 billion, according to Allied Market Research. With a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.2%, the market’s growth is powered by the rise in user-generated content, expanding internet accessibility, and increasing adoption of cloud-based solutions. Why Content Moderation Matters Content moderation services ensure that user-generated material across platforms complies with community guidelines, regulatory requirements, and brand standards. By screening images, videos, text, and other media, these services help businesses maintain credibility, protect reputations, and foster safe digital environments.…

President Droupadi Murmu received Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto at Rashtrapati Bhavan and hosted a banquet in his honour. She expressed gratitude for his presence as the Chief Guest at India’s Republic Day celebrations, recalling that Indonesia’s first President, Sukarno, was the Chief Guest at India’s inaugural Republic Day in 1950. She noted that this reflects the deep-rooted ties and shared democratic traditions between the two nations. During his visit, Subianto highlighted India’s profound influence on Indonesia’s language and genetic heritage. He pointed out that a significant portion of the Indonesian vocabulary originates from Sanskrit, underscoring centuries of cultural exchange. Many…

Online portal Housing.com has launched a new suite of advanced 3D, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR) tools, enhancing the property search experience for homebuyers. This follows the company’s initial introduction of these technologies a decade ago, solidifying its position as a leader in real estate technology. Key innovations include DigiAR, which allows buyers to visualise property designs as 3D models over real land plots through WebAR. DigiTour, a VR solution, offers a fully immersive property walkthrough, providing an in-depth look at homes without the need to visit in person. These tools are designed to give buyers a more…

મહારાષ્ટ્રમાં માનવશક્તિને ખીલવવા, કૌશલ્ય વિકાસ માટે વિશેષ પ્રોજેક્ટ હાથ ધરવામાં આવી રહ્યો છે. રાજ્ય સરકારના કૌશલ્ય વિકાસ પ્રધાન મંગલપ્રભાત લોઢા અને મુખ્ય સચિવ સુજાતા સૌનિકે હાલમાં કરેલી જાહેરાત મુજબ રાજ્યમાં કૌશલ્ય વિભાગને મજબૂત કરવા વિશેષ પ્રોજેક્ટ બનશે. ડેવલપમેન્ટ અંડર એપ્લાઇડ નોલેજ એન્ડ સ્કિલ ફોર હ્યુમન ડેવલપમેન્ટ ઇન મહારાષ્ટ્ર એટલે દક્ષ એ પ્રોજેટક્ટ હશે. વિશ્લ બેન્ક એમાં સહયોગ આપશે. દક્ષ પ્રોજેક્ટની ચર્ચા માટે મંત્રાલયમાં મુખ્ય સચિવને ત્યાં એક બેઠક યોજવામાં આવી હતી. એમાં મંગલપ્રભાત લોઢા, સૌનિક સહિત સચિવ ગણેશ પાટિલ, વિશ્વ બેન્કની ભારતની ટીમના વડા પ્રદ્યુમન ભટ્ટાચાર્ય, વરિષ્ઠ શિક્ષણ નિષ્ણાત ડેનિસ નિકોલેવ હાજર રહ્યાં હતાં. લોઢાએ આ નિમિત્તે જણાવ્યું હતું કે…

With this, travelling between Nariman Point and Bandra in flat 15 minutes will become a reality. The entire coast road is also expected to be functional by the end of next month The northbound carriage of Mumbai’s Coastal Road bow-string bridge was inaugurated on 26 January 2025 by Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. During the event, Fadnavis personally drove a car across the bridge, with Shinde accompanying him. State ministers Ashish Shelar and Mangal Prabhat Lodha were also present at the ceremony. The newly opened bridge spans 827 metres, of which 699 metres extend over…

Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal will visit Muscat, Oman, for two days, starting Monday 27 January 2025 for the 11th Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) with Oman’s Minister of Commerce, Industry, and Investment Promotion, Qais bin Mohammed al-Yousef. The visit highlights India’s commitment to enhancing trade and investment relations with Oman, a key partner in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). Bilateral trade between the two nations reached over $ 8.94 billion in 2023–2024. According to an official release, the following are the key agendas of the Goyal’s visit. This visit is expected to strengthen economic ties and promote…

In an announcement on Republic Day, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that Dibrugarh will become the state’s second capital. This significant move is aimed at decongesting the state’s primary capital, Guwahati and decentralising administrative power to better serve the people of Assam, especially in the eastern regions. The decision comes as part of Assam’s ongoing efforts to promote balanced development across the state. With Dibrugarh now set to play a central role, it is expected to emerge as a key economic and administrative hub. The city is already a vital centre for tea production. It has seen rapid…

India is set to enforce the adoption of Indian Standard Time (IST) across all governmental, commercial, and operational activities nationwide. The move, part of the ‘One Nation, One Time’ initiative, aims to create uniformity and streamline processes across the country. This new mandate will ensure that all activities, from business transactions to government operations, synchronise with IST, eliminating regional discrepancies in timekeeping. Standard time systems have been established worldwide to eliminate confusion, regulate trade, and provide a consistent reference for scheduling. In countries with multiple time zones, the complications that arise from varying local times can result in inefficiency and…

A severe cold wave has descended upon northern India, bringing with it some of the coldest temperatures in recent years. In Rajasthan, temperatures have plummeted to an alarming -4°C, marking a record-breaking low that is affecting large swathes of the region. This intense chill has caused widespread disruption, with authorities issuing severe weather warnings for several states across the northern plains. Cities such as Jaipur, Chandigarh, and Delhi have all reported temperatures dipping well below average, with Mount Abu in Rajasthan experiencing its coldest January in a decade. The cold wave, which has been attributed to icy winds blowing down…