Author: Deshwale National Desk

A significant step towards enhancing global human rights cooperation begins today in New Delhi. The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), has launched the six-day Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Executive Capacity Building Programme. This initiative focuses on strengthening the human rights protection capabilities of senior officials from the National Human Rights Institutions (NHRIs) of the Global South. The programme, which runs from 3rd to 8th March 2025, will engage 47 participants from 14 countries. These countries include Madagascar, Uganda, Samoa, Timor Leste, DR Congo, Togo, Mali, Nigeria, Egypt, Tanzania, Mauritius,…

A landmark event focused on advancing sustainability in the dairy sector kicks off today at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The “Workshop on Sustainability and Circularity in the Dairy Sector” is set to bring together industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders to discuss pressing challenges and innovative solutions for sustainable dairy farming in India. The workshop, inaugurated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, marks an important milestone in India’s commitment to circular economy principles. Circularity in dairy farming is a key focus of the event, aiming to reduce waste, promote resource efficiency, and introduce eco-friendly practices that support both the environment and…

The nearly 60-hour rescue operation following the deadly avalanche near Mana village in Chamoli, Uttarakhand, has concluded. Officials confirmed that eight workers lost their lives, while 46 were rescued after the snow buried labourers inside containers and a shed. The disaster struck in the early hours of 28 February 2025, when 54 contractual labourers under a contractor for the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) were buried under the snow and debris. These workers were stationed between Mana and Mana Pass, a high altitude region near the India-Tibet border. The avalanche triggered a large scale multi-agency rescue effort, with teams from the…

જ્યોતિરાદિત્ય સિંધિયા 3-6 માર્ચ, 2025 દરમિયાન બાર્સિલોનામાં યોજાતા મોબાઇલ વર્લ્ડ કોંગ્રેસ (MWC) 2025માં ભારતનું પ્રતિનિધિત્વ કરશે. મોબાઇલ વર્લ્ડ કોંગ્રેસ વિશ્વનો સૌથી મોટો ટેક અને ટેલિકોમ કાર્યક્રમ છે. તેઓ ઇન્ડિયા મોબાઇલ કોંગ્રેસ 2025નું ઉદ્ઘાટન કરશે. સાથે જ ‘ભારત પેવેલિયન’નું લોકાર્પણ પણ કરશે. ભારત પેવેલિયનમાં 38 ભારતીય ટેલિકોમ કંપનીઓ તેમના અદ્યતન ઉત્પાદનો પ્રદર્શિત કરશે. આ ભાગીદારી ભારતની ડિજિટલ અને મોબાઇલ ઇકોસિસ્ટમમાં વૈશ્વિક ભૂમિકાને મજબૂત બનાવશે. સિંધિયાની ઉપસ્થિતિ ભારતની ડિજિટલ મહત્વાકાંક્ષાઓને પ્રદર્શિત કરશે.મોબાઇલ વર્લ્ડ કોંગ્રેસ 2025 દરમિયાન, સિંધિયા વૈશ્વિક ટેક નેતાઓ સાથે 5G, AI, 6G અને ક્વોન્ટમ ટેકનોલોજી પર ચર્ચા કરશે. આ કાર્યક્રમ ભારતની ટેકનોલોજીકલ પ્રગતિને વૈશ્વિક સ્તરે રજૂ કરશે. સિંધિયાએ જણાવ્યું, “ભારત…

વૈશ્વિક તાપમાનમાં વધારો (ગ્લોબલ વોર્મિંગ), જળવાયુ પરિવર્તન (ક્લાઇમેટ ચેન્જ) અને ગ્રીન હાઉસ ઇફેક્ટ આ બધી ઘટનાઓ એકબીજા સાથે સંકળાયેલી છે અને એકબીજાનું પરિણામ છે અને તેના કારણે પૃથ્વી પર પર્યાવરણ, માનવજીવન તથા સમગ્ર સજીવ સૃષ્ટિ પર ખતરો વધી ગયો છે. ઋતુચક્ર બદલાઈ ગયું છે, ક્યાંક અતિવૃષ્ટિ અને ક્યાંક અનાવૃષ્ટિ જોવા મળે છે, જંગલો સાફ થઈ રહ્યા છે, નદીઓ સુકાઈ રહી છે, જમીનો ધોવાઈ રહી છે. નદીઓના નીર સૂકાતા જાય છે. ધ્રુવો પર હિમનદીઓ ઓગળતા તેમનું પાણી સમુદ્રોમાં ઠલવાય છે તેથી દરિયાની સપાટી વધી છે જેના કારણે આગામી વર્ષોમાં વિશ્વના અનેક ખંડોના શહેરો પાણીમાં ગરકાવ થઈ જાય તેનો ખતરો વધ્યો છે.…

Obesity is emerging as a significant health threat in India, with alarming rates of people becoming overweight and at risk of diseases like diabetes and heart problems. The shift towards unhealthy diets and sedentary lifestyles has made this a growing concern. Recognising the urgency, the Indian government is ramping up efforts to combat obesity, with key initiatives like Fit India Movement, Khelo India, and POSHAN Abhiyaan. Prime Minister Modi recently stressed the importance of reducing edible oil consumption and launching a national movement to tackle obesity. He has called on prominent individuals across India to lead the charge, encouraging small…

India’s influence on the global digital landscape is set to grow further as Communications Minister Jyotiraditya cindia prepares to represent the country at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona, Spain. Scheduled for March 3-6, this premier event will showcase India’s digital evolution and innovation. Scindia’s visit will also feature the inauguration of the Bharat Pavilion, spotlighting 38 Indian telecom equipment manufacturers with state-of-the-art technology. The pavilion is expected to highlight India’s progress in both hardware and software development in telecom. Scindia’s participation at the MWC underlines the nation’s growing stature in the digital and mobile ecosystem. The event…

Chennai Airport has introduced the UDAN Yatri Cafe, offering budget-friendly refreshments to travellers. The facility was inaugurated by Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu, making Chennai the second airport to host the initiative after Kolkata. The UDAN Yatri Cafe is part of the Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik (UDAN) scheme, which aims to make air travel affordable and accessible. The first such cafe was launched in December 2024 at Kolkata’s Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, where it received overwhelming praise from passengers. Located at the T1 domestic terminal’s pre-check area, the cafe offers hygienic snacks at pocket-friendly rates: This…

Every year, India marks National Science Day on February 28, celebrating the groundbreaking discovery of the Raman Effect by the legendary physicist CV Raman. The day highlights the impact of his work and inspires future generations to explore the endless possibilities of science. First observed in 1987, National Science Day commemorates Raman’s achievement, where he uncovered the phenomenon of inelastic scattering of light, now known as the Raman Effect. This discovery earned him the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930, making him the first Indian to win the prestigious award. This year’s theme, “Empowering Indian Youth for Global Leadership in…

The Indian government has appointed Finance Secretary Tuhin Kanta Pandey as the new Chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for a three-year term. He will take charge on 1 March 2025, succeeding Madhabi Puri Buch, whose tenure ends on 28 February 2025. Extensive Experience in Financial Governance Pandey, a 1987-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer from the Odisha cadre, brings decades of experience in economic and financial governance. Before his appointment as SEBI Chairperson, he served as the Finance Secretary, a role he assumed in September 2024. His tenure as Secretary of the Department of Investment…