Category: News

New Delhi, July 7: The Central Government has clarified that reports claiming a nationwide rollout of E-25 petrol are incorrect, stating that no such decision has been taken. Officials said there is currently no proposal to introduce petrol blended with 25 per cent ethanol and urged the public to rely…

Guwahati, July 7: The Assam Government has launched the CM-FLIGHT (Chief Minister’s Foreign Language Initiative for Global Human Talent) programme to prepare young people for overseas employment by equipping them with language proficiency and industry-relevant skills. The initiative aims to enhance the global employability of Assam’s youth by providing training…

Ranchi, July 7: Jharkhand has achieved a major milestone in agricultural exports with the shipment of Amrapali mangoes from the state’s tribal belt to Dubai, reinforcing efforts to expand the global reach of locally grown horticultural produce. The export marks a significant step towards integrating tribal farmers into international markets,…

New Delhi, July 7: The Central Government has approved an investment of ₹1,238 crore under the PM-SETU programme to modernise Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and strengthen the country’s skill development ecosystem. The initiative aims to transform selected ITIs into advanced training centres by upgrading infrastructure, introducing modern equipment, and improving…

July 7: Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vietnam’s Da Nang financial hub to enhance investment opportunities, strengthen financial cooperation, and foster collaboration between the two emerging financial centres. The strategic partnership aims to create a platform for knowledge exchange, promote cross-border…

Tirupati, July 7 (UDN): In an inspiring display of devotion and resilience, 116-year-old Navaneethamma completed the arduous pilgrimage to Tirumala by trekking the 9-km Alipiri footpath and climbing 3,550 steps, capturing the admiration of devotees across the country. Accompanied by her family, the centenarian successfully completed the uphill journey to…

Jakarta, July 7: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has announced the conferment of the country’s highest honour, the ‘Bintang Adipurna of the Republic of Indonesia’, on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recognising his contribution to strengthening bilateral relations and global cooperation. Pic Credit: https://x.com/narendramodi  Instituted in 1959, the Bintang Adipurna is Indonesia’s…

New Delhi, July 7: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has launched Delhi’s ambitious 70 lakh tree plantation campaign, aimed at increasing green cover and improving the city’s environmental conditions. The large-scale plantation drive seeks to promote ecological conservation, reduce pollution levels, and enhance urban greenery across the national capital. The…

Bhubaneswar, July 7 (UDN): Researchers at Sambalpur University have reported a significant breakthrough in cancer research after developing a polyherbal anti-cancer formulation derived from medicinal plants found in Odisha’s Gandhamardan Hills. The formulation has demonstrated encouraging results in pre-clinical animal studies, paving the way for the next phase of human…

Bhubaneswar, July 7 (UDN): Eminent educationist and social reformer Dr. Achyuta Samanta, founder of KIIT, KIMS and KISS, has been conferred the prestigious AAPI Award 2026 by the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI) in recognition of his outstanding contributions to social service, humanitarian initiatives and strengthening India–US…