Nagaland rich in cultural heritage, says Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla
Kohima, Feb 2 (IANS) Acting Nagaland Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Monday said that the state is endowed with extraordinary cultural wealth, vividly reflected in its diverse traditions, languages, folklore, music and rich artistic expressions. Bhalla on Monday presented the Governor’s Award for distinction in the fields of arts, music and literature 2025 at a […]
Karnataka govt announces Bengaluru GAFX 2026, Asia’s largest conference on animation, visual effects
Bengaluru, Feb 2 (IANS) The Karnataka government, in association with the Association of Bangalore Animation Industry (ABAI) and Startup Karnataka, on Monday announced the 7th edition of Bengaluru GAFX 2026, Asia’s largest annual conference and exhibition for animation, visual effects, gaming, comics, XR, and immersive and interactive content. Scheduled to be held from February 27 […]
INS Vikrant to steal the show as 60 friendly navies gear up for fleet review at Vizag from Feb 18
Visakhapatnam, Feb 2 (IANS) The star of Operation Sindoor’s naval leg, INS Vikrant, is all set to be the centre of attraction at the International Fleet Review (IFR) here from February 18 as navies of friendly nations eagerly wait to take a close look at India’s indigenous aircraft carrier, an official said on Monday. Vikrant […]
Future warfare tops agenda at tri-services defence course
New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) An analysis of India’s security challenges and discussions on modern and futuristic war fighting are slated to top the agenda at the third edition of the tri-services Future Warfare Course commencing at Manekshaw Centre here, an official statement said on Monday. This edition, scheduled from February 2 to 25, features […]
Rs 16.97 crore sanctioned for preservation of 11 classical languages in 2025-26: Shekhawat
New Delhi, Feb 2 (IANS) The government sanctioned a budget of Rs 16.97 crore in 2025-26 for promotion and preservation of 11 classical languages, Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said in a written reply in Lok Sabha on Monday. He said the Sanskrit language is promoted through three Central Universities – Central […]
South Korea blanketed by heavy overnight snow
Seoul, Feb 2 (IANS) Heavy snow blanketed South Korea overnight Monday, disrupting the morning commute, with snowfall forecast to continue in eastern and southern parts of the country, the weather agency said. A heavy snow advisory was lifted for Seoul at 4 a.m. (local time), but city officials mobilised snow removal trucks throughout the early […]
Portugal unveils 2.5-billion-euro support package for Storm Kristin victims
Lisbon, Feb 2 (IANS) Portuguese Prime Minister Luis Montenegro has announced a 2.5 billion euros (2.98 billion US dollars) support package for families and businesses after Storm Kristin left at least eight dead and a trail of destruction across the country, extending a national state of calamity. Following an extraordinary Council of Ministers meeting, the […]
US experts back India’s growth, urge manufacturing push
Washington, Feb 2 (IANS) The latest union budget reinforces India’s strong growth momentum and sends positive signals on trade and investment, US-based economists and business leaders said Sunday, and urged a sharper push on manufacturing competitiveness. Steve Hanke, professor of applied economics at Johns Hopkins University, said India’s economic performance under Prime Minister Narendra Modi […]
US first lady documentary ‘Melania’ receives mixed views on opening
Los Angeles, Feb 2 (IANS) “Melania,” the documentary about US First Lady Melania Trump, enjoyed a strong opening, ranking third in the weekend box office in North America, but received poor reviews from film critics. Directed by Brett Ratner, “Melania” follows the 20 days leading up to President Donald Trump’s second inauguration. Supporters of the […]
Trump claims to fix UN financial crisis ‘very easily’ amid US withholding $4 billion in dues
United Nations, Feb 2 (IANS) While the US withholding nearly $ 4 billion in dues to the UN is sending it to the edge of a financial precipice, President Donald Trump has claimed that he could solve the problem “very easily”. In his interview with Politico on Sunday (local time), he did not, however, say […]
