India’s UPI likely to land in Japan after trials with NTT Data: Report
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) India’s QR‑code payment network, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), is expanding beyond its borders, with Japan among countries trialling the system to serve growing numbers of Indian tourists, a report has said. The report from Nikkei Asia said that Japanese IT services company NTT Data is partnering with National Payments […]
Dutch authorities find bird flu antibodies in a cow, no active H5N1 virus detected
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) The Netherlands has identified antibodies of the bird flu virus in a dairy cow, but the risk of the H5N1 avian influenza virus spreading from animals to humans is very small, according to the Dutch authorities. The Dutch agriculture minister, in a detailed letter, informed the country’s parliament that the […]
Ministry of Panchayati Raj to launch ‘Pancham’ chatbot with UNICEF
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) The Ministry of Panchayati Raj is set to launch initiatives, including PANCHAM – Panchayat Assistance and Messaging Chatbot — developed in collaboration with UNICEF, it was announced on Saturday. The Ministry will organise a felicitation function on Sunday to honour elected Panchayat representatives invited as Special Guests to witness the […]
‘India Energy Week 2026’ to focus on global partnerships: Hardeep Puri
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India Energy Week has emerged as a strong platform for building long-term global energy partnerships, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said on Saturday. In a post on social media platform X, Puri said that India Energy Week 2026 […]
India emerging as global hub for animation, digital media; creating new opportunities for youth: PM Modi
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the government’s continuous efforts are focused on creating new opportunities for the country’s youth, both in India and across the world, as several new-age sectors such as animation and digital media position India as a global hub. Addressing the 18th edition of the […]
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen arrives in India, to be Chief Guest at Republic Day celebrations
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Saturday arrived in India on a State Visit during which she, along with European Council President Antonio Luis Santos da Costa, will also be attending India’s 77th Republic Day celebrations as a Chief Guest, marking a significant milestone in India–EU relations. The […]
Vizhinjam Port Phase 2 launch puts Kerala firmly on global maritime map
Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 24 (IANS) Kerala, on Saturday, marked a decisive moment in its infrastructure journey with the formal launch of Phase II of the Vizhinjam International Seaport, a project that has rapidly transformed the state’s standing in global maritime logistics. Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said the port’s progress decisively counters the long-held […]
Tripura surpasses 7 MW rooftop solar generation under PM Surya Ghar scheme
Agartala, Jan 24 (IANS) Tripura has achieved a significant milestone in the renewable energy sector by crossing 7 megawatt (MW) of solar electricity generation under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana (PMSGMBY), officials said here on Saturday. Tripura State Electricity Corporation Limited (TSECL) Spokesman Bipul Bhowmik described the achievement as a historic moment […]
‘Reform Express’ benefiting workers, employees and businesses: PM Modi
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the country is moving ahead on a fast-paced ‘Reform Express’, which is bringing widespread benefits to workers, employees, entrepreneurs and businesses, while making life and business easier across India. Addressing the 18th edition of the Rozgar Mela virtually, the Prime Minister said the […]
Govt committed to inclusive development, last-mile delivery in underserved regions: MoS
New Delhi, Jan 24 (IANS) The Government remains firmly committed to inclusive development and ensuring that the benefits of welfare schemes reach the last mile, Minister of State for Power and New & Renewable Energy, Shripad Yesso Naik, said on Saturday. During an interaction with beneficiaries of key government schemes here, Naik highlighted the achievements […]
