Union Budget: Boost to youth empowerment, women in workforce
New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) As Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her seventh Budget on Tuesday, among several things, she put forth the government’s vision for the empowerment of youth. One of the highlights of this budget is grant of one month’s wage for first-time employees, which will be provided to them as a […]
IAS academy has ‘no info’ on trainee Puja Khedkar as deadline ends
Mumbai, July 23 (IANS) On the final day of a notice by the elite Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) to Maharashtra 2023 cadre IAS Probationary Officer Puja Khedkar, the Mussoorie-based institution had no information on her whereabouts, on Tuesday. On July 16, the LBSNAA had directed the Maharashtra government to immediately relieve […]
India highlights its flagship water and sanitation schemes at G20 meet
New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) India on Tuesday highlighted its flagship schemes, including Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and Jal Jeevan Mission, at the G20 Development Ministers’ Meeting held in Brazil’s Rio de Janeiro. The Indian delegation at the meeting was led by Dammu Ravi, Secretary of Economic Relations (ER) in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). […]
Divyanka Tripathi, Vivek Dahiya recreate ‘DDLJ’ vibes in Switzerland
Mumbai, July 23 (IANS) Actor-couple Divyanka Tripathi Dahiya and Vivek Dahiya, who recently vacationed in Europe, have shared a video recreating the vibes of Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol from the 1995 cult musical romance film ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ (DDLJ). The ‘Chintu Chinki Aur Ek Badi Si Love Story’ actress took to Instagram and […]
MLC: San Francisco Unicorns beat Washington Freedm by 6-wicket
Dallas, July 23 (IANS) Led by Sanjay Krishnamurthi’s unbeaten 79 off 42 balls and Josh Inglis’ rapid 45 off 17, the San Francisco Unicorns handed the Washington Freedom their first loss of the season in the penultimate league stage match of the Major League Cricket (MLC) 2024 at Grand Prairie Stadium on Monday. Despite Steve […]
Hockey India name core probables ahead of Asian Champions Trophy
New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Hockey India on Tuesday named a core probable group for the senior men’s national coaching camp in SAI, Bengaluru ahead the forthcoming Asian Champions Trophy, to be held in Hulunbuir City, China in September. The core group includes players who didn’t make the final cut for Paris 2024. It also […]
Few cricket boards blindly follow what Jay Shah says, says ex-Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali
New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Former Pakistan cricketer Basit Ali has criticised BCCI secretary Jay Shah over India’s refusal to travel to Pakistan for the 2025 Champions Trophy. He also accused Shah of exerting undue influence over other cricket boards to align with his preferences. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has already begun preparations for the […]
Girls more affected by juvenile idiopathic arthritis than boys: Experts
New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Girls are more affected by juvenile idiopathic arthritis than boys, said experts on Monday highlighting the need for recognising the symptoms early. Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) is a chronic condition affecting children under 16, characterised by persistent joint inflammation, pain, swelling, and stiffness. The exact causes of JIA are unknown, […]
Scientists urge world leaders for unified approach to tackle climate, biodiversity crises
New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) Global scientists on Tuesday urged world leaders to develop a unified approach to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss, warning that addressing these crises in isolation could hinder progress. In a paper published in the Journal of Applied Ecology, they proposed a joint work programme between the UN Framework Convention […]
New tool shows promise in reducing depression risk in elderly
New Delhi, July 23 (IANS) US researchers have developed a novel tool that can help reduce the onset of depression in individuals over 60. Researchers from Mass General Brigham, in collaboration with Yale University, have shown that a higher Brain Care Score (BCS) is associated with a lower risk of late-life depression. The findings, published […]
