Saturday 31 December 2016

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President Pranab Mukherjee to inaugurate Indian History Congress in Kerala President Pranab Mukherjee will inaugurate the 77th Indian History Congress at Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala this afternoon. Governor Justice P. Sathasivam, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and other dignitaries will attend the inaugural session to be held at the Karyavattom campus of the Kerala University.Over 3,000

Air Marshal SB Deo Hands Over Command Of WAC

Air Marshal SB Deo Hands Over Command Of WAC      Air Marshal Deo was accorded a ceremonial guard of honour and a traditional send off at HQ WAC prior to his departure. In his farewell address to all personnel of HQ WAC on 30 December 2016, the Air Marshal complimented personnel of all branches of WAC for their exceptional performance. He stated that “the prevailing security

Search and Rescue Operation by NDRF in Jharkhand

Search and Rescue Operation by NDRF in Jharkhand   Five Search and Rescue teams of NDRF comprising more than 200 responders have been mobilized to respond to a landslide incident at Gudda district of Jharkhand. Four teams from Bihar and one team from Ranchi were mobilized for rescue operation. One team of NDRF which left the NDRF base Patna reached this afternoon and immediately

GENERAL BIPIN RAWAT takes over as the 27th COAS of the INDIAN ARMY

GENERAL BIPIN RAWAT takes over as the 27th COAS of the INDIAN ARMY General Dalbir Singh, the Chief of Army Staff, after an illustrious career spanning over four decades, handed over the baton to General Bipin Rawat  in a ceremony held at South Block today. Amongst numerous achievements, the tenure of Gen Dalbir Singh was operationally significant wherein a high tempo of

First manager of The Beatles, Allan Williams, passes away

First manager of The Beatles, Allan Williams, passes away LONDON: Allan Williams, the first manager of The Beatles who drove the band on their formative trip to Hamburg in 1960, has died at the age of 86, his old club announced. The Jacaranda Club in Liverpool, northwest England, posted the news late Friday on its Facebook page, saying his death earlier that day was "one of the saddest days in

Ex-minister Vikhe-Patil passes away

Ex-minister Vikhe-Patil passes away MUMBAI: Former Union minister and Congress leader Eknathrao alias Balasaheb Vikhe-Patil passed away at his residence in Loni village in Ahmednagar district of Maharashtra on Friday following prolonged illness, his family said. He was 84. The last ri tes of the veteran leader would be conducted with full state honours at Loni. Balasaheb largely kept ay

Former Pakistan Test cricketer Imtiaz Ahmed passes away aged 88

Former Pakistan Test cricketer Imtiaz Ahmed passes away aged 88 Imtiaz Ahmed, Pakistan's former wicketkeeper-batsman, passed away aged 88 in Lahore on Saturday (December 31). Imtiaz, who would have turned 89 on January 5, was suffering from a chest infection for the last few days. He was also Pakistan's oldest living Test cricketer at the time of his death.  Imtiaz, who donned his first

The Yearly Reports: The top twelve High Court stories of 2016

The Yearly Reports: The top twelve High Court stories of 2016 It has been a rather turbulent 2016 in High Courts across the country, with instances of the Bar clashing with Bench, and even the media. In addition to this, there have been revelations pointing to the fact that all may not be well within the higher judiciary. However, there have been positives to take from this year, with the courts making

Mullah Mansoor was issued Pakistani national I-card in 2005

Mullah Mansoor was issued Pakistani national I-card in 2005 Pakistan's Interior Minister Chaudhry Nisar Ali Khan on Friday admitted the slain Afghan Taliban chief Mullah Mansoor was issued a Computerised National Identity Card (CNICs) in 2005, but he blamed the then government led by President Parvez Musharraf for overtly issuing CNICs and passports to foreign nationals. "The

Bank of Baroda launches agriculture investment credit scheme in Rajasthan

Bank of Baroda launches agriculture investment credit scheme in Rajasthan State-run Bank of Baroda today said it has launched an agricultural investment credit for the farmers of Rajasthan. The first loan has been disbursed in Sri Ganganagar, the bank said in a statement here today. Under the scheme, farmers can avail of loan from the bank’s branches for construction of farm ponds,

ATM withdrawal limit hiked to Rs 4,500/day by RBI

ATM withdrawal limit hiked to Rs 4,500/day by RBI In a decision that will bring big cheer to the common man, the RBI (Reserve Bank Of India) has hiked the daily ATM withdrawal limit to Rs 4,500 per card. This would come as a huge relief to people who stand in queues for a long time and still manage to get only Rs 2,500. In its latest notification, the RBI said, “The daily limit of withdrawal from

Government Suspends Deemed Recognition of IOA

Government Suspends Deemed Recognition of IOA  Government has suspended the deemed recognition, granted by it to the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) until the IOA reverses its decision to appoint Shri Suresh Kalmadi and Shri Abhay Chautala as Life Presidents.   Following the suspension, IOA will cease to enjoy the privileges and prerogatives bestowed on it by the Government as the

PCB Gets Green Light For Legal Action Against BCCI

PCB Gets Green Light For Legal Action Against BCCI Karachi: The Board of Governors of the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Friday gave approval for adopting legal recourse against the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for not honouring the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two boards in 2014 to play bilateral series. PCB chairman Shaharyar Khan and Najam

Narinder Batra resigns as IOA's associate VP in protest against life president nominations

Narinder Batra resigns as IOA's associate VP in protest against life president nominations New Delhi: The associate vice president of Indian Olympic Association Narinder Batra resigned from the national sports in protest against the nominations of Suresh Kalmadi and Abhay Singh Chautala as Life Presidents. "Keeping in mind that you/IOA have not taken any action in withdrawing the nomination of

Anil Baijal Takes Oath As Lieutenant Governor Of Delhi

Anil Baijal Takes Oath As Lieutenant Governor Of Delhi Anil Baijal, a former IAS officer, on Saturday took over as new Lieutenant Governor of Delhi. President Pranab Mukherjee December 28 had accepted Najeeb Jung's resignation and approved Baijal's name as the next LG of the National Capital.  A 1969-batch IAS officer, Baijal is the 20th Lt Governor of Delhi who was appointed to the

Mulayam Singh Yadav Expels Son Akhilesh Yadav From Samajwadi Party

Mulayam Singh Yadav Expels Son Akhilesh Yadav From Samajwadi Party In an sensational political development in Uttar Pradesh, Samajwadi Party chief Mulayam Singh Yadav today expelled son and state chief minister Akhilesh Yadav from the party for six years. “I will do everything to save the party. I made Akhilesh the Chief Minister. No one else could do that. Ram Gopal Yadav has finished

Knighthoods For Andy Murray And Mo Farah In New Year's Honors List

Knighthoods For Andy Murray And Mo Farah In New Year's Honors List Andy Murray received a knighthood in Queen Elizabeth II's New Year's Honors list on Friday, recognition from the monarch for reaching the pinnacle of tennis by winning his second Wimbledon and Olympic titles on his way to topping the rankings. The 29-year-old Murray was previously named an Officer of the Order of the

The annual WWF-PATA Bagh Mitra Awards

The annual WWF-PATA Bagh Mitra Awards bestowed on the occasion of Global Tiger Day New Delhi, 29 July 2015: WWF-India along with Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) and the Global Tiger Forum (GTF), jointly observed the Global Tiger Day on Wednesday by organizing the WWF-PATA Bagh Mitra Awards, wherein three individuals and two grassroot organizations were felicitated

Pakistan awards top military leaders with ‘Nishan-i-Imtiaz’

Pakistan awards top military leaders with ‘Nishan-i-Imtiaz’ President Mamnoon Hussain on Saturday conferred Pakistan’s highest civilian honour ‘Nishan-i-Imtiaz’ on Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee Gen Zubair Mahmood Hayat and Army chief Gen Qamar Javed Bajwa in recognition of their services. The generals were awarded at a ceremony held at the Awan-e-Sadr (President

President approves cash ban Ordinance

President approves cash ban Ordinance President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday approved the promulgation of an ordinance that will help extinguish the Reserve Bank of India and the government’s liability towards the demonetised Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 notes after March 31, 2017, and provides for a minimum fine of Rs 10,000 or five times the face value of such notes found in possession of anyone

Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement: India, Singapore ink revised pact to check round-tripping

Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement: India, Singapore ink revised pact to check round-tripping After amending its tax treaties with Mauritius and Cyprus earlier this year, India revised its Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) with Singapore on Friday enabling India to tax capital gains of Singapore-based investors transacting in Indian securities from April 1, 2017. For first two

RBI extends loan repayment window to 90 days

RBI extends loan repayment window to 90 days MUMBAI: In further relief to people hit by demonetisation, the Reserve Bank on Wednesday gave borrowers another 30 days over and above 60 days for repayment of housing, car, farm and other loans worth up to Rs 1 crore. "On a review, it has been decided to provide 30 days, in addition to the 60 days provided (on November 21)," the RBI said

RBI extends period of enhanced PPI limit

RBI extends period of enhanced PPI limit | 1 Comments Reserve Bank extended the period of enhanced Prepaid Payment Instruments limit of Rs 20,000 as part of efforts to promote digital payments. Considering that the Bank is undertaking a comprehensive review of the guidelines and framework for Prepaid Payment Instruments (PPI) issuance in the country, it has been decided to

President Pranab Mukherjee to inaugurate Indian History Congress in Kerala

President Pranab Mukherjee to inaugurate Indian History Congress in Kerala President Pranab Mukherjee will inaugurate the 77th Indian History Congress at Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala this afternoon. Governor Justice P. Sathasivam, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and other dignitaries will attend the inaugural session to be held at the Karyavattom campus of the Kerala University.Over 3,000

China Blocks India's Proposal at UN to Name Masood Azhar as Terrorist

China Blocks India's Proposal at UN to Name Masood Azhar as Terrorist Beijing: China on Friday finally blocked India's proposal to list JeM chief and Pathankot mastermind Masood Azhar as a designated terrorist by the UN, triggering a sharp reaction from New Delhi which termed it as "unfortunate blow" and a step that confirms prevalence of double standards in the fight against

France raises 'terror tax' to support attack victims

France raises 'terror tax' to support attack victims French citizens will contribute an extra 1.60 euro (£1.36) on their property insurance policies to help finance a fund for victims of extremist attacks which have recently hit the country.  The measure comes into force on Sunday and requires policy holders to contribute 5.90 euro (£5.02) instead of 4.30 euro (£3.66). French government officials said

Syrian cease-fire, brokered by Russia and Turkey, tentatively takes effect

Syrian cease-fire, brokered by Russia and Turkey, tentatively takes effect BEIRUT -- A cease-fire brokered by Russia and Turkey went into effect in war-ravaged Syria at midnight Thursday, a potential breakthrough in the six years of fighting that have left more than a quarter-million people dead and triggered a refugee crisis across Europe. If it holds, the truce between the Syrian government and

Solapur to host international fair for uniforms

Solapur to host international fair for uniforms More than 6,000 retailers are expected to take part in the Uniform and Garment Manufacturers’ Exhibition to be held in Solapur, Maharashtra from January 5 to 7. The fair is being organised by Sri Solapur Readymade Kapad Utpadak Sangh in association with Maharashtra’s Textiles Ministry and Mafatlal Fabrics. Solapur is gaining significance

China to ban ivory trade by end of 2017

China to ban ivory trade by end of 2017 BEIJING: China will ban trade and processing of all domestic ivory by the end of 2017 in a bid to save the fast dwindling tusker population in the country, a "historic move" hailed as a "game changer" for African elephants. The decision came after China had imposed a three-year ban on ivory imports in March this year, in an escalated fight against illegal

1.5 crore target for new LPG connections achieved by government

1.5 crore target for new LPG connections achieved by government NEW DELHI: The Government has achieved its target of providing 1.5 crore free cooking gas (LPG) connections to poor households in less than 8 months, according to an official statement. On Thursday, the Ministry said that the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUJ) scheme, aimed at providing 5 crore free LPG connections 

Amul’s ‘India 3.0’ book launched

Amul’s ‘India 3.0’ book launched
Gujarat based dairy cooperative company Amul launched the updated edition of ‘Amul’s India 3.0′ covering topical grounds and popular incidents from the contemporary context  and the book takes on fifty years of India’s history. The book was unveiled by social commentator Santosh Desai, Amul’s

Bradley Wiggins professional cyclist announces retirement

Bradley Wiggins professional cyclist announces retirement Sir Bradley Wiggins a professional road and track racing cyclist has announced retirement from cycling on 27 December 2016. With this his 16 years of professional career in which he won Tour de France 2012 and Bradley Wigginstotal 8 Olympic medals came to an end. 36 year old Wiggins is from Britain and out of 8 Olympic medal that

20th fast patrol vessel delivered to Coast Guard

20th fast patrol vessel delivered to Coast Guard
The Cochin Shipyard delivered ICGS AYUSH, the 20th Fast Patrol Vessel, to the Indian Coast Guard.With this, it has completed construction of 20 Fast Patrol Vessel series for the Coast Guard. ICGS Ayush will be operated from the Coast Guard Station at Krishnapatanam During the current

Romanian president designates Grindeanu new prime minister

Romanian president designates Grindeanu new prime minister
Romanian President Klaus Iohannis has designated veteran leftist Sorin Grindeanu as the new Romanian head of government.The 43-year-old Grindeanu is a mathematician who has served as deputy mayor of the western city of Timisoara.

State bank of India ties up with Magicbricks.com

State bank of India ties up with Magicbricks.com State Bank of India and real estate portal magicbricks.com on 29 December 2016 entered into a tie-up. According to the tie-up the projects of those 500 real estate builders whose projects are approved and rated by State Bank of India, will be available for buyer on the portal of magicbricks.com. The buyers using the portal to buy these

Cetral government forms 10 member committee to review Institutionalization of Arbitration Mechanism in India

Cetral government forms 10 member committee to review Institutionalization of Arbitration Mechanism in India Central government has formed a high level committee under the Ministry of Law and Justice to make arbitration a preferred mode for settlement of commercial disputes and review the present system of arbitration mechanism in India and make it strong.The 10 member committee

Suresh Prabhu Inaugurates Series of Railway Projects in Andhra Pradesh

Suresh Prabhu Inaugurates Series of Railway Projects in Andhra Pradesh
The State Government of Andhra Pradesh signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Railways on December 30, 2016, for setting up a Joint Venture for taking up major Rail Projects in the state. The programme was attended by Railway Minister Suresh Prabhu through a video link from New

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Gujarat Forest Guard Result 2016-17 Released Vanrakshak Exam Merit List Cutoffs @ forests.gujarat.gov.in Gujarat Forest Guard Result 2016-17, Guj Vanrakshak Exam Results, Cutoff Marks and Merit list online download link released check at www.forests.gujarat.gov.in official website: Hello Gujarati people, well we have the latest news for you guys looking for Gujarat Forest

Gujarat Forest Guard Result 2016-17 Released Vanrakshak Exam Merit List Cutoffs @ forests.gujarat.gov.in

Gujarat Forest Guard Result 2016-17 Released Vanrakshak Exam Merit List Cutoffs @ forests.gujarat.gov.in Gujarat Forest Guard Result 2016-17, Guj Vanrakshak Exam Results, Cutoff Marks and Merit list online download link released check at www.forests.gujarat.gov.in official website: Hello Gujarati people, well we have the latest news for you guys looking for Gujarat Forest

UIIC Recruitment 2017 for Offices in the State of Jammu & Kashmir, Apply at uiic.co.in

UIIC Recruitment 2017 for Offices in the State of Jammu & Kashmir, Apply at uiic.co.in United India Insurance Company Limited-UIIC Job Notification: UIIC invited applications for recruitment to 17 Assistant posts. Applications are invited from Indian Citizen domicile of Jammu & Kashmir for the post of Assistant for its offices in the State of JAMMU & KASHMIR particularly for our

Zilla Swasthya Samiti Nuapada Recruitment 2016 for 33 Staff Nurse & Other Posts

Zilla Swasthya Samiti Nuapada Recruitment 2016 for 33 Staff Nurse & Other Posts Zilla Swasthya Samiti, Nuapada invited applications for recruitment to the post of Doctor, Consultant, Padiatrician, Medical Officer, Laboratory Technician, Rehabilitation Worker, Pharmacist, Nutritionist cum Counsellor, Staff Nurse, ANM and PPM Coordinator. The candidates eligible for the post can

ECHS Polyclinics Recruitment 2016 for 15 Medical Officer, Medical Specialist & Other Posts

ECHS Polyclinics Recruitment 2016 for 15 Medical Officer, Medical Specialist & Other Posts Ex Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme (ECHS) invited applications for recruitment to the post of Officer-in-Charge, Medical Specialist, Medical officer, Dental Officer, Radiographer, Physiotherapist and DEO/Clerk on contractual basis. The candidates eligible for the post can apply through prescribed

1000+ ITI/Diploma Jobs 2017: Apply for Army, SSC, PSC, Hindustan Copper, High Court, Delhi Transco

1000+ ITI/Diploma Jobs 2017: Apply for Army, SSC, PSC, Hindustan Copper, High Court, Delhi Transco A great opportunity is on the way of all ITI pass outs and Diploma holders who are eagerly looking for a govt job. More than 1000 jobs are open for recruitment against various posts of Technician, Fitter, Operator, Surveyor and other posts. Vacancies have been announced in Andhra

CDMO- cum -District Mission Director, Balangir Recruitment 2017 for 21 Pharmacist and Other Posts

CDMO- cum -District Mission Director, Balangir Recruitment 2017 for 21 Pharmacist and Other Posts Office of the CDMO – cum – District Mission Director, Balangir Jobs Notification: Office of the CDMO – cum – District Mission Director, Balangir invited applications from eligible candidates for 21 Pharmacist and Other Posts. Eligible and Interested candidates can attend interview along with

Central University of Kashmir Recruitment 2017 for 20 Non-Teaching Posts, Apply at cukashmir.ac.in

Central University of Kashmir Recruitment 2017 for 20 Non-Teaching Posts, Apply at cukashmir.ac.in Central University of Kashmir Job Notification: Central University of Kashmir invited applications for recruitment to 20 Non-Teaching posts. The candidates eligible for the post can apply in prescribed format on or before 18 January 2017.

New Govt. Jobs for 10th Pass Issued: 2000+ Sub Staff & Other Posts Vacant in Banks & Other Depts.

New Govt. Jobs for 10th Pass Issued: 2000+ Sub Staff & Other Posts Vacant in Banks & Other Depts. Two days are left for year 2016 to end but while leaving it has given huge employment opportunities to 10th class pass candidates. There are new govt. jobs issued for 10th pass students i.e., 2000+ Sub-Staff, Peon, Sweeper, MTS & Other Posts vacancies are notified in Banks and various

IOCL Recruitment 2017 for 128 Technician Apprentice Posts

IOCL Recruitment 2017 for 128 Technician Apprentice Posts Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) invited application for the recruitment to the post of Technician Apprentice. The candidates eligible for the post can send their applications on or before 12 January 2017.Last Date for submission of application: 12 January 2017.

WAPCOS Limited Recruitment 2016-17 for Dy. Chief Engineer (Civil) Posts

WAPCOS Limited Recruitment 2016-17 for Dy. Chief Engineer (Civil) Posts WAPCOS Limited invited applications for the posts of Dy. Chief Engineer (Civil). The eligible candidates can apply to the post in the prescribed format along with other necessary documents on or before 5 January 2017.Last Date of Application: 5 January 2017.

ESIC, Karnataka Recruitment 2017 for 18 Faculty Posts

ESIC, Karnataka Recruitment 2017 for 18 Faculty Posts Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), Karnataka Jobs Notification: Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), Karnataka  invited applications for the post of Faculty. The eligible candidates can appear for interview on 05 & 06 January 2017. Date of Interview: 05 & 06 January 2017.

BSI Recruitment 2017 for 21 JPF & AJCB Post Doctoral Fellow Posts

BSI Recruitment 2017 for 21 JPF & AJCB Post Doctoral Fellow Posts Botanical Survey of India (BSI) Job Notification: Botanical Survey of India (BSI) invited applications for the post of JPF & AJCB Post Doctoral Fellow. The eligible candidates can apply to the post through the prescribed format on or before 13 January 2017.    Last Date of Application: 13 January 2017.

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AIIMS, Raipur Hiring 204 Faculty Posts; Apply by 28 Jan

AIIMS, Raipur Hiring 204 Faculty Posts; Apply by 28 Jan All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Raipur invited applications for the post of Professor and Other Posts. The eligible candidates can apply to the post through the prescribed format on or before 28 January 2017.Last Date of Application: 28 January 2017.All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Raipur Vacancy Details.

IIM, Amritsar Recruitment 2017 for Faculty Posts

IIM, Amritsar Recruitment 2017 for Faculty Posts IIM, Amritsar invited applications from eligible candidates for Faculty Posts. Eligible and Interested candidates can send their application in the prescribed format along with required copies of documents on or before 20 January 2017.Last Date of Application: 20 January 2017.Indian Institute of Management, Amritsar Vacancy Details

AMU Recruitment 2017 for 06 Assistant Professor and Senior Resident Posts

AMU Recruitment 2017 for 06 Assistant Professor and Senior Resident Posts Aligarh Muslim University Jobs Notification: Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) invited applications from eligible candidates for 06 Assistant Professor and Senior Resident Posts. Eligible and Interested candidates can send their application in the prescribed format along with required copies of documents on or before 05

ASRB, New Delhi Recruitment 2017 for 22 Senior Scientists Posts

ASRB, New Delhi Recruitment 2017 for 22 Senior Scientists Posts Agricultural Scientists Recruitment Board (ASRB), New Delhi Jobs Notification: ASRB, New Delhi invited applications for 22 Senior Scientists posts. The eligible candidates can apply to the post through the prescribed format latest by 09 January 2017.

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Result 2015 Declared, Check at ssc.nic.in

SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam Result 2015 Declared, Check at ssc.nic.in Results have been declared for SSC CHSL Tier 2 Exam 2015. Candidates who had appeared for the examination can now check their result at ssc.nic.in. Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced the result of the SSC CHSL Tier 2 exam which was held on 18 September. The declaration of the result has brought relief to all the

Jharkhand Police Recruitment for 627 Constable and Other Posts Interview from 12 Jan 2017

Jharkhand Police Recruitment for 627 Constable and Other Posts Interview from 12 Jan 2017 Jharkhand Police invited applications for recruitment to the posts of Constable (General), Hawaldar, Cook and Driver. The eligible candidates can appear for the interview along with required documents commencing from 12 January 2017.

SSC SI in Delhi Police, CAPFs & ASIs in CISF Exam 2016 Update: Answer Key Challenge for Paper 2

SSC has sought candidate response against the tentative answer key released for SI in Delhi Police, CAPFs & ASIs in CISF Exam 2016 (Paper 2). Candidates who had appeared for the exam can now raise their objection at the official portal ssc.nic.in. Details can be found here. Staff Selection Commission (SSC) had conducted the Paper 2 recruitment test for Sub Inspector in Delhi Police,

UP Secondary Education Department Recruitment for 9342 Asst. Teacher Posts, Apply by 26 Jan 2017

UP Secondary Education Department Recruitment for 9342 Asst. Teacher Posts, Apply by 26 Jan 2017 Uttar Pradesh Secondary Education Department (UP Secondary Education Department) invited applications for recruitment to 9342 Assistant Teacher Posts. The eligible and interested candidates can apply online to the post along with required documents on or before 26 January 2017.

25000+ Govt Teacher Jobs 2017: Updated vacancy for TGT, PGT, Teacher, Professor & Others

25000+ Govt Teacher Jobs 2017: Updated vacancy for TGT, PGT, Teacher, Professor & Others More than 25000 govt teacher jobs are open for recruitment. Vacancies have been announced for TGT, PPGT, Teacher, Professor and other posts. Teaching job aspirants must not miss this chance and apply against the vacancies at the earliest. UP Secondary Education Department Recruitment for

UP Basic Education Board Recruitment for 12460 Asst Teacher Posts, Apply by 9 Jan 2017

UP Basic Education Board Recruitment for 12460 Asst Teacher Posts, Apply by 9 Jan 2017 Uttar Pradesh Basic Education Board or Uttar Pradesh Basic Shiksha Parishad invited online applications for recruitment to the posts of Assistant Teacher to fill up 12460 vacant posts. The eligible and interested candidates for teaching jobs can apply online for UP Basic Education Board Asst Teacher job along

SBI Recruitment 2017, 11 Vacancies, Apply for Specialist Cadre Posts at sbi.co.in

SBI Recruitment 2017, 11 Vacancies, Apply for Specialist Cadre Posts at sbi.co.in State Bank of India -SBI Job Notification: SBI invited applications for recruitment to 11 Specialist Cadre posts. The candidates eligible for the post can apply in prescribed format on or before 13 January 2017.Last date for submission of Application forms: 13 January 2017.

AGV Bank Recruitment 2017 for 08 Faculty & Other Posts, Apply at agvbank.co.in

AGV Bank Recruitment 2017 for 08 Faculty & Other Posts, Apply at agvbank.co.in Assam Gramin Vikash Bank -AGV Bank Job Notification: AGV Bank invited applications for recruitment to 08 Faculty & Other posts in 05 (five) different RSETIs under AGVPT spread over the state of Assam. The candidates eligible for the post can apply in prescribed format on or before 10 January 2017.

Fresh Update for Bank of Baroda Recruitment 2017, 10th pass can apply at bankofbaroda.co.in

Fresh Update for Bank of Baroda Recruitment 2017, 10th pass can apply at bankofbaroda.co.in Few more jobs are added to Bank of Baroda Subordinate Staff recruitment. Candidates belonging to the respective zones can apply against the vacancies available before the last date of submission. Vacancies have been declared for Patna zone. Recruitment is open for 235

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India-Special-Important-Daily-NEWS-IN-ENGLISH -30-12-2016
 PM launches Mobile App –BHIM to enable easier digital transactions Prime Minister Narendra Modi today attended the Digi-Dhan Mela in Delhi's Talkatora stadium where he launched a Mobile App -BHIM, to enable easier digital payments & transactions. The Prime Minister also made payment to Khadi using the newly launched app. The Bhim app can be downloaded through android app store.

New tech to make credit cards, mobile transactions hack proof!

 New tech to make credit cards, mobile transactions hack proof! Scientists are developing better ways to prevent everyday radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology used in passports, credit cards and mobile transactions from being hacked. The technology, which allows fast, automated identification of physical objects, is also a staple for many industries - factories and warehouses use it

U.S. Expels 35 Russian diplomats

 U.S. Expels 35 Russian diplomats In a strong response to election hacking, US President Barack Obama has sanctioned Russian intelligence services and their top officials while expelling 35 Russian officials and shutting down two Russian-owned compounds in the US. It was the strongest action the Obama administration has taken to date over Russia's involvement in hacking U.S. political groups in

Railways announce 10 per cent rebate in vacant train berths

Railways announce 10 per cent rebate in vacant train berths  Worried over many unoccupied seats in Mail/Express trains, railways today announced 10 per cent rebate for vacant berths after finalisation of the reservation charts from January one. Worried over many unoccupied seats in Mail/Express trains, railways today announced 10 per cent rebate for vacant berths after finalisation of

Arunachal CM, 6 legislators suspended

Arunachal CM, 6 legislators suspended In a sudden development, the Peoples' Party of Arunachal temporarily suspended Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein and five other party MLAs from the primary membership of the party with immediate effect for alleged anti-party activities. The five other MLAs are Jambey Tashi from Lumla, Passang Dorjee Sona from

PM launches Mobile App –BHIM to enable easier digital transactions

 PM launches Mobile App –BHIM to enable easier digital transactions Prime Minister Narendra Modi today attended the Digi-Dhan Mela in Delhi's Talkatora stadium where he launched a Mobile App -BHIM, to enable easier digital payments & transactions. The Prime Minister also made payment to Khadi using the newly launched app. The Bhim app can be downloaded through android app store.

Ministry of Finance releases Quarterly Statistics on India’s External Debt

Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance releases Quarterly Statistics on India’s External Debt for the Quarters at end-September 2016; India’s External Debt at end-September 2016 stock stood at US$ 484.3 billion, recording a decline of US$ 0.8 billion (0.2 per cent) over the level at end-March 2016 .Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance has been compiling and

Sugar mills produce about 66 Lakh MT of sugar so far

Sugar mills produce about 66 Lakh MT of sugar so far Sugar production expected to be about 22.5 million MT by the end of the season .During the current Sugar Season 2016-17, the sugar mills of the country have commenced the crushing operation smoothly and  have produced about 66 Lakh MT of sugar so far. The sugar production is expected to be about 22.5 million MT by the end of the season.

Shri Thawarchand Gehlot Launches ‘Mobile App and Facebook Page’ of ‘National Trust’ on its Foundation Day’

Shri Thawarchand Gehlot Launches ‘Mobile App and Facebook Page’ of ‘National Trust’ on its Foundation Day’ Shri Thaawarchand Gehlot, Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment launched the ‘Mobile App and Facebook Page’ of the National Trust at a function to mark the ‘National Trust Foundation Day’  on the theme “Celebrating Inclusion” here today. Ministers of State for Social Justice

Rabi Crops Sowing Crosess 582 Lakh Hactare

Rabi Crops Sowing Crosess 582 Lakh Hactare As per preliminary reports received from the States, the total area sown under Rabi crops as on 30th December, 2016 stands at 582.87 lakh hectares as compared to 545.46 lakh hectare this time in 2015. Wheat has been sown/transplanted in 292.39 lakh hectares, rice in 10.68 lakh hectares, pulses in 148.11 lakh hectares, coarse cereals in 52.21 lakh

Direct Tax Dispute Resolution Scheme- 2016 extended up to 31st January, 2017

Direct Tax Dispute Resolution Scheme- 2016 extended up to 31st January, 2017 In view of the representations received from various stakeholders and for the convenience of the taxpayers, the last date for availing the Direct Tax Dispute Resolution Scheme, 2016 (the Scheme)  has been extended up to 31st January, 2017. The scheme was to close on 31st December, 2016.    

47 of 68 fish species in India under threat, says study

47 of 68 fish species in India under threat, says study MUMBAI: More fish species on the east coast, especially in the waters off Odisha and West Bengal, are highly vulnerable to climate change, according to a first-of-its-kind assessment by the Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI).
That vulnerability stems not only from changes in climate but from fishing pressure and lower

Scientists discover 163 new species in Greater Mekong region: WWF

Scientists discover 163 new species in Greater Mekong region: WWF BANGKOK: A rainbow-headed snake and a dragon-like lizard are among 163 new species that scientists recently discovered in the Greater Mekong region, conservation group WWF said on Monday, adding rapid development in the area, from dams to mines, was threatening wildlife survival. The discoveries, published in a report

Veteran Nepali litterateur Kamal Mani Dixit passes away

Veteran Nepali litterateur Kamal Mani Dixit passes away Veteran Nepali litterateur Kamal Mani Dixit has passed away. According to the Kathmandu Post, Dixit died at his residence in Patandhoka, Lalitpur, on Thursday morning. He was 87. Dixit was the founder Chairman of the Madan Puraskar Guthi and Madan Puraskar Pustakalaya. A die-hard lover of Nepali literature, Dixit was considered one

Pakistan Senate panel approves Benami Transactions Prohibition Bill

Pakistan Senate panel approves Benami Transactions Prohibition Bill Islamabad, Dec. 30: An opposition-dominated Pakistan Senate panel has approved the Benami Transactions Prohibition Bill while withdrawing all objections, particularly to the proposal of confiscation of property.  The Senate Standing Committee on Finance and Revenue passed the bill, which after approval of the upper house

Darul Uloom fatwa approves triple talaq over phone

Darul Uloom fatwa approves triple talaq over phone New Delhi: Darul Uloom Deoband has issued a ‘fatwa’ saying triple ‘talaq’ over phone is legal from the Islamic point of view. The issue of triple talaq (saying the word divorce three times in succession) has been much debated lately, and the recent ruling by the Islamic school came in the wake of Naseem Ahmad, Chairperson of the National Commission

Turkish parliamentary panel approves constitutional reform

Turkish parliamentary panel approves constitutional reform  Ankara, Dec 30 (IANS) A Turkish parliamentary commission on Friday approved the controversial constitutional reform for introducing a presidential system, and it will now be put to vote in the coming weeks.After the commission approved 18 of the 21 articles proposed by the ruling Islamist party AKP, the general assembly could debate the

Egypt Cabinet Approves Saudi Border Pact as Court Ruling Nears

Egypt Cabinet Approves Saudi Border Pact as Court Ruling Nears Egypt’s government approved a maritime border deal that transfers two Red Sea islands to Saudi Arabia and triggered the largest protests during President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi’s rule.The cabinet on Thursday referred the agreement, which is currently being disputed in Egyptian courts, to parliament for approval, according to an e-

Solanki clinches gold in Sr National Weightlifting

Solanki clinches gold in Sr National Weightlifting Vishal Solanki of RSPB won the gold in men's 105kg category on day four of the Senior National Weightlifting Championships here today. Solanki lifted 150kg in snatch and 180kg in clean and jerk for a total of 330kg to bag the gold.V A Christopher of Tamil Nadu and Chandrakant Mali of Services took the silver and bronze respectively with efforts of

Khandu lauds Deru for breaking national record

Khandu lauds Deru for breaking national record ITANAGAR: Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu today congratulated state's weightlifter Jimjang Deru for setting a new national record and becoming the senior national champion in clean and jerk event under 62 Kg category of weightlifting. In his appreciation letter to Deru, Khandu wrote, "I am elated by the news of you making

India's first transgender college principal resigns

India's first transgender college principal resigns KRISHNAGAR: India's first transgender college principal Manabi Bandopadhyay has submitted her resignation after about one-and-a-half years in office, expressing frustration at "non-cooperation" of a section of teachers and students of her institution. Nadia District Magistrate Sumit Gupta on Thursday said he had received her letter of

Mithun Chakraborty's resignation from Rajya Sabha accepted

Mithun Chakraborty's resignation from Rajya Sabha accepted Rajya Sabha Chairman Hamid Ansari has accepted the resignation of Bollywood actor and Trinamool Congress MP Mithun Chakraborty's resignation from the Upper House, sources said today..Mr Chakraborty had recently sent his resignation to Dr Ansari due to health reasons.The Bollywood actor had offered to resign from his

Pakistan rejects new formula for NSG membership

Pakistan rejects new formula for NSG membership ISLAMABAD: Pakistan's Foreign Office has rejected a new formula for evaluation of the candidature of non-Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) states for the Nuclear Suppliers Groups (NSG) membership as "discriminatory" and "unhelpful". At the weekly media briefing on Thursday, Foreign Office spokesman Nafees Zakaria said: "This would be

Coach names Selena Gomez as brand ambassador

Coach names Selena Gomez as brand ambassador Marketer of luxury accessories and lifestyle brands Coach Inc. has named actor and singer Selena Gomez has its brand ambassador and to begin with, Gomez will appear in Coach’s fall 2017 fashion campaign. In addition, Gomez will be associated with the Coach Foundation, which works towards empowering teen girls from under resourced

Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Sunil Lanba to chair committee of Chiefs

Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Sunil Lanba to chair committee of Chiefs Putting an end to speculation that the government might appoint Lt. Gen. Praveen Bakshi, superseded for the post of Army Chief, as the Permanent Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee (COSC), the Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Sunil Lanba, is all set to assume chairmanship of the committee on December

SCARLETT JOHANSSON IS 2016'S TOP-GROSSING ACTOR

SCARLETT JOHANSSON IS 2016'S TOP-GROSSING ACTOR Scarlett Johansson narrowly topped her Marvel co-stars Chris Evans and Robert Downey Jr. to become 2016's top-grossing actor.According to Forbes, which calculated the global ticket sales of actors’ movies released this year, Johansson brought in $1.2 billion at the box office thanks largely to her role as Black Widow in Captain

Gujarat’s Pruthviraj Ayachi equals the score of Olympic Gold Medalist to win Championship

Gujarat’s Pruthviraj Ayachi equals the score of Olympic Gold Medalist to win Championship
Gujarat based Pruthviraj Ayachi, won the gold medal in the finals of junior men’s 50M Rifle Prone event at the National Shooting Championship in Pune.  A 16-year-old shooter shot 209.5 in the finals, equaling the score of the Olympic champion H Junghaenel of Germany who shot the same score by

Facebook’s Oculus has acquired an eye-tracking startup called The Eye Tribe

Facebook’s Oculus has acquired an eye-tracking startup called The Eye Tribe The virtual reality company of Facebook, Oculus has acquired  eye-tracking software company The Eye Tribe for an undisclosed amount on December 29, 2016.
About The Eye Tribe:

Suresh Kalmadi Declines IOA’s Life Time Presidency Proposal

Suresh Kalmadi Declines IOA’s Life Time Presidency Proposal Suresh Kalmadi has refused to accept the post of life president with the Indian Olympic Association following a notice from the Sports Ministry to the IOA. The former IOA presidents Suresh Kalmadi and Abhay Singh Chautala were unanimously appointed IOA life presidents on December 27 by 150 members. Objecting the

Real Madrid’s Ronaldo honoured at Globe Soccer Awards

Real Madrid’s Ronaldo honoured at Globe Soccer Awards 
Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo won the Best Player of the Year along with Goodwill Award at the seventh edition of the 2016 Globe Soccer Awards held in Dubai on December 27, 2016.Besides, Club’s president Florentino Pérez was named as the Best President and the coach of the club, Fernando

Chinese E-Commerce Firm Alibaba To set up Office in Mumbai

Chinese E-Commerce Firm Alibaba To set up Office in Mumbai Chinese major e-commerce entity, Alibaba is to set up its first Indian office at Bandra-Kurla Complex (BKC) in Mumbai, to take the advantage of the growing e-commerce market in the city.  The company has rented 3,221 sq ft of office space at Platina building owned by the The Alibaba's Chairman Jack Ma appointed adviser to UN

Government removes minimum export price on potato

Government removes minimum export price on potato
The central government removed the minimum export price (MEP) of potato from December 29, 2016.
MEP of USD 360 per tonne on potato had imposed to increase domestic availability and cool prices in July 2016. India was the world’s second largest potato producer at 48 million tonnes (mt) in 2014-15.

BHEL Commissions 600 MW Coal Based Thermal Power Plant in Telangana

BHEL Commissions 600 MW Coal Based Thermal Power Plant in Telangana
India’s second largest coal mining company Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (Bhel) on December 29  informed that it has successfully commissioned second 600 MW coal-based thermal power plant in Telangana. The first unit of the project was commissioned in March 2016. The project has been

BoB Signs MoU With HFL To Provide Dairy Loans To Farmers

BoB Signs MoU With HFL To Provide Dairy Loans To Farmers Vadodara based Bank of Baroda signed Memorandum of Understanding(MoU). with Heritage Foods Ltd (HFL) to provide dairy loans to farmers through the lender’s branches across the country on December 29, 2016.  Aim : To increase formers productivity and earningsBoB exhibited Highest Ever Loss by a PSB .Heritage Foods is in the

South Indian Bank Introduces SIB Mirror+ App for NRIs

South Indian Bank Introduces SIB Mirror+ App for NRIs  Kerala headquartered South Indian Bank has launched a full-fledged NRI-focused mobile banking application called SIB Mirror+ across major mobile platforms.  SIB Mirror+ enables the customers to perform almost all banking transactions from their smart phones. The app has self-registration facility for ease of activation and uses NEFT facility

India eases Visa Procurement Process for Bangladesh

India eases Visa Procurement Process for Bangladesh
In an effort to ease the process of securing Indian Visas for Bangladesh visitors, the High Commission of India will now allow all Bangladesh travelers with confirmed air, train or bus travel tickets to submit their tourist visa applications directly without prior appointments from January 1, 2017. The initiative

4-Day World Bhojpuri Conference begins in Varanasi

4-Day World Bhojpuri Conference begins in Varanasi The four-day World Bhojpuri Conference began in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh on December 29, 2016 and will continue till January 1, 2017. High Commissioner of Mauritius to India, Jagdishwar Goburdhun informed that participants from over 18 countries are participating in the conference. The Conference has been organised at a private school in

Advanced Landing Ground at Tuting becomes operational

Advanced Landing Ground at Tuting becomes operational The IAF Advanced Landing Ground (ALG) at Tuting, a small town located in the Upper Siang District of Arunachal Pradesh, was inaugurated by Pema Khandu, Chief Minister in the presence of Air Marshal C .Hari Kumar, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Air Command (EAC) on Wednesday. The event was attended by large

Pakistan Opens New Nuclear Plant Built With China's Help

Pakistan Opens New Nuclear Plant Built With China's Help Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has inaugurated a nuclear power facility built with the assistance of China. The plant at Chashma, in Pakistan's Punjab province, adds 340 megawatts to the national grid. Beijing has already constructed two other nuclear reactors, with a combined capacity of more than 600 megawatts. The three power

HM Rajnath chairs Southern Zonal Council meet at Thiruvananthapuram

HM Rajnath chairs Southern Zonal Council meet at Thiruvananthapuram NEW DELHI: Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday chaired the 27th meeting of the Southern Zonal Council at Thiruvananthapuram during which 16 out of 22 items on agenda were resolved. At the meeting, Singh said that Naxalism had been assuming serious dimensions in certain parts of the country. The recent

Government invites comments of stakeholders and public on the Report of FRA

Government invites comments of stakeholders and public on the Report of the Financial Redressal Agency by 31st January 2017. In his Budget Speech of  2015-16, the Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs Shri Arun Jaitley had announced the creation a sector-neutral Financial Redressal Agency (FRA) to address the grievances of retail consumers against all Financial Service

RuPay card usage at PoS terminals surges 7 times after demonetisation: NPCI

RuPay card usage at PoS terminals surges 7 times after demonetisation: NPCI Mumbai: Demonetisation has boosted the digital platforms for payment, which has helped the National Payments Corporation’s (NPC) RuPay card usage at merchant terminals soar seven times since 8 November, taking the daily volumes to over 2.1 million. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI)-administered retail

CBDT inks 2 unilateral APAs with taxpayers

CBDT inks 2 unilateral APAs with taxpayers The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) signed two unilateral Advance Pricing Agreements (APAs) with Indian taxpayers pertain to the Information Technology and automobile sectors. The international transactions covered in these two agreements include software development services, IT enabled services (ITES), manufacturing and business

FIPB clears 6 FDI proposals worth Rs 1,200 crore

FIPB clears 6 FDI proposals worth Rs 1,200 crore The Foreign Investment Promotion Board (FIPB) has approved six Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) proposals worth Rs 1,200 crore. Decision in this regard was taken by FIPB meeting headed by Economic Affairs Secretary Shaktikanta Das. It has approved the proposals of, Star Den Media Services, Sanofi Synthelabo India, Idea Cellular

Colombia passes FARC amnesty law

Colombia passes FARC amnesty law Colombia’s Congress passed a law granting amnesty to Marxist FARC (Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia) rebels as part of historic peace deal reached between rebels and Government. The Senate passed the bill 69-0 votes after the House of Representatives approved it by 121-0 votes. This is another step to formally end to 52 years of Columbian civil war

Government proposes setting up Financial Data Management Centre

Government- proposes -setting- up- Financial -Data- Management -Centre The Union Government has proposed setting up Financial Data Management Centre (FDMC) based on recommendation of a committee set up under the Department of Economic Affairs (DEC). The Committee was headed by Ajay Tyagi, Additional Secretary in Union Finance Ministry and has

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Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test UTET Admit Card 2017 to be Released for Download at www.ubse.uk.gov.in This is to inform all the candidates who applied for the UTET Examination 2017 that is going to be conducted by the Uttarakhand Board of Secondary Education (UBSE) that the UTET Admit Card 2017 will be made released by the organisation on its official website i.e.


UPTET Paper 1 and 2 exam 2016: Answer key released

UPTET Paper 1 and 2 exam 2016: Answer key released The answer key to the Uttar Pradesh Teacher Eligibility Test (UPTET) 2016 has been released on the official website. The key can be downloaded from the official website, steps for which are given below. The TET entrance examination is required to procure teaching jobs in government schools for classes 1 to 8. The exam, conducted on

Government to help more women find nursing jobs: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar

Government to help more women find nursing jobs: Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Highlighting the fact that Bihar ranked next to Kerala in producing the maximum number of nurses, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday said his government is strengthening infrastructure at the grassroot level so that more women get nursing jobs. Every district would have a GNM (General Nursing and Midwifery)

Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test UTET Admit Card 2017 to be Released for Download at www.ubse.uk.gov.in

Uttarakhand Teacher Eligibility Test UTET Admit Card 2017 to be Released for Download at www.ubse.uk.gov.in This is to inform all the candidates who applied for the UTET Examination 2017 that is going to be conducted by the Uttarakhand Board of Secondary Education (UBSE) that the UTET Admit Card 2017 will be made released by the organisation on its official website i.e.

Thursday 29 December 2016

RBI Assistant Preliminary Exam Result Out!!

RBI Assistant Preliminary Exam Result Out!! RBI has declared the result of Assistant exam held on 24th December 2016. All the students who appeared for the same can click on the link below to check their Roll Numbers. The Main online examination will be conducted in third/ fourth week of January 2017, only for the candidates who have been shortlisted on the basis of results of preliminary

18260+ Govt Teacher Jobs 2017: Vacancy for TGT, PGT, Teacher, Professor & Others

18260+ Govt Teacher Jobs 2017: Vacancy for TGT, PGT, Teacher, Professor & Others More than 18000 govt teacher jobs are open for recruitment. Vacancies have been announced for TGT, PPGT, Teacher, Professor and other posts. Teaching job aspirants must not miss this chance and apply against the vacancies at the earliest. Teacher jobs have a great pool of searchers alongside top govt jobs

Clerk & Steno Jobs 2017: 800+ Govt Vacancies Notified by SSC, Public Service Commission & Others

Clerk & Steno Jobs 2017: 800+ Govt Vacancies Notified by SSC, Public Service Commission & Others More than 800 vacancies are open for recruitment in SSC, State Public Service Commissions, State Level SSCs and High Courts.  10+2 pass and graduate candidates, who wish to join govt sector should definitely apply for these jobs before the recruitment process expires.As a prospective govt job

Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan Recruitment 2017 for 22 Consultant Posts

Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan Recruitment 2017 for 22 Consultant Posts Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) Jobs Notification: Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) invited applications for the post of Chief Consultant and Other Posts. The eligible candidates can apply to the post through the prescribed format on or before 16 January 2017.Last Date of Application: 16 January 2017

High Court of Himachal Pradesh Recruitment 2017 for 12 Junior Office Assistant Posts

High Court of Himachal Pradesh Recruitment 2017 for 12 Junior Office Assistant Posts High Court of Himachal Pradesh invited application for the recruitment to the post of Junior Office Assistant. The candidates eligible for the post can send their applications on or before 04 January 2017. Last Date for submission of application: 04 January 2017. high Court of Himachal Pradesh Vacancy

WBSEDCL Kolkata 2016 Recruitment for Junior Executive (Finance) Posts

WBSEDCL Kolkata 2016 Recruitment for Junior Executive (Finance) Posts West Bengal State Electricity Distribution Company Limited (WBSEDCL), Kolkata invited eligible candidates to apply for the post of Junior Executive (Finance) under ‘Special Recruitment Drive for the Schedule Tribe (ST). Selected candidates have to serve probation period of 01 (one) year. The eligible candidates can apply

1600+ PSU Jobs 2017: Vacancies in SAIL, BHEL, GAIL, ISRO, Air India & Others, Apply Online

1600+ PSU Jobs 2017: Vacancies in SAIL, BHEL, GAIL, ISRO, Air India & Others, Apply Online Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) garner tremendous attention from govt job aspirants. When it comes to govt job search, PSU jobs have the same volume of searches alongside railway recruitment, bank jobs and other govt jobs.Attractive perks and allowances, room for personal and professional

MECL to Hire 186 Managers & Other Posts; Last Date to Apply is 12 Jan 2017

MECL to Hire 186 Managers & Other Posts; Last Date to Apply is 12 Jan 2017 Mineral Exploration Corporation Limited (MECL) Jobs Notification: Mineral Exploration Corporation Limited (MECL) invited applications for the post of Managers & Others. The eligible candidates can apply to the post through the prescribed format on or before 12 January 2017. Last Date of Application: 12

CBSE UGC NET 2017 Admit Card Released Today; Exam on 22 Jan Across 90 Centres

CBSE UGC NET 2017 Admit Card Released Today; Exam on 22 Jan Across 90 Centres CBSE issued UGC NET 2017 admit card today i.e., 28 December 2016. Candidates appearing for the examination can download their respective admit card from the official site of CBSE at cbse.nic.in. The CBSE UGC NET 2017 Admit Card was scheduled to be released on 21 December 2016 but was

WBSSC Recruitment 2017 for 26 Motor Vehicles Inspector Posts

WBSSC Recruitment 2017 for 26 Motor Vehicles Inspector Posts West Bengal Staff Selection Commission (WBSSC) invited application for the recruitment to the post of Motor Vehicles Inspector. The candidates eligible for the post can send their applications on or before 30 January 2017. Last Date for submission of application: 30 January 2017.

Rajasthan Police Recruitment for 233 SI and ASI Posts, Application Date Extended to 5 Jan 2017

Rajasthan Police Recruitment for 233 SI and ASI Posts, Application Date Extended to 5 Jan 2017 Rajasthan Police has extended the last date of application for recruitment of 533 SI and ASI Posts. Candidates can now apply online for the concerned posts till 5 January 2017 which was earlier 21 November 2016. Rajasthan Police invited applications for recruitment to 233 posts of Telecom

4670+ Police Jobs 2017: 12th Pass Can Apply Online for Recruitment Notified by Odisha & UP Police

4670+ Police Jobs 2017: 12th Pass Can Apply Online for Recruitment Notified by Odisha & UP Police With more than 4670 police jobs open for recruitment, candidates aspiring to join police and paramilitary force of the country can now fulfill their dream. This is a great opportunity for 10+2 pass police job aspirants.Joining police paramilitary force will not only give you a chance to serve the nation,

Jharkhand SSC to Recruit 17572 Teachers; Apply by 05 February 2017

Jharkhand SSC to Recruit 17572 Teachers; Apply by 05 February 2017 Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission (JSSC) invited applications for the post of TGT Teachers. The eligible candidates can apply to the post through the prescribed format on or before 05 February 2017. Opening Date of Application: 06 January 2017

North Eastern Railway Recruitment for 426 Group ‘C’ & ‘D’ Posts, Apply by 10 Feb 2017

North Eastern Railway Recruitment for 426 Group ‘C’ & ‘D’ Posts, Apply by 10 Feb 2017 North Eastern Railway invited applications for recruitment to Group ‘C’ & Erstwhile Group ‘D’ Posts through General Departmental Competitive Examination (GDCE). The eligible candidates can apply online to the post along with required documents on or before 10 February 2017. Last Date of Online

IBPS Issued Pre Exam Training Call Letter for PGDBF Course 2016-17

IBPS Issued Pre Exam Training Call Letter for PGDBF Course 2016-17 Institute of Banking Personnel Selection (IBPS) issued call letter for Pre Exam Training Call Letter for IDBI School of Banking- PGDBF Course 2016-17. Candidates can download the admit card from the official website by using their registration id/ roll number till 29 January 2017.

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‘Swachh Swasth Sarvatra’- Joint Initiative of HealthMinistry and Ministry of Drinking Water & Sanitation launched The initiatives we are undertaking today will have far reaching and deep impact on the health outcome of the country: J P Nadda . This is a much needed programme to achieve open defecation free India by 2019; should become people's movement:Prakash Javadekar . Union Minister

Centre releases Rs.250 cr assistance to Lucknow Metro

Centre releases Rs.250 cr assistance to Lucknow Metro Shri Rajnath Singh speedy execution of the project .Ministry of Urban Development today released Rs. 250 cr for the Lucknow Metro Rail project which is a joint venture project of central and Uttar Pradesh Governments.The Ministry had earlier this year released Rs.300 cr taking the total assistance provided to the Lucknow Metro to Rs.550

‘SwachhSwasthSarvatra’- Joint Initiative of HealthMinistry and Ministry of Drinking Water & Sanitation launched

‘Swachh Swasth Sarvatra’- Joint Initiative of HealthMinistry and Ministry of Drinking Water & Sanitation launched The initiatives we are undertaking today will have far reaching and deep impact on the health outcome of the country: J P Nadda . This is a much needed programme to achieve open defecation free India by 2019; should become people's movement:Prakash Javadekar . Union Minister

Debbie Reynolds, mother of Carrie Fisher, dies at 84

Debbie Reynolds, mother of Carrie Fisher, dies at 84  Hollywood legend Debbie Reynolds has died one day after her daughter, Carrie Fisher, passed away. She was 84. Reynolds died on Wednesday after being brought to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles for a medical emergency, reported Variety. On Tuesday, her daughter, the "Star Wars" actress, author and screenwriter, Carrie died of

New tech to make credit cards, mobile transactions hack proof!

 New tech to make credit cards, mobile transactions hack proof! Scientists are developing better ways to prevent everyday radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology used in passports, credit cards and mobile transactions from being hacked. The technology, which allows fast, automated identification of physical objects, is also a staple for many industries - factories and warehouses use it

Former table tennis international Pappu Haldankar dead

Former table tennis international Pappu Haldankar dead Former international table tennis player and a former India number one, Prafulla ‘Pappu’ Haldankar, died on Tuesday morning due to cardiac failure after being hospitalised in November. He was 79 and is survived by his wife Sangeeta, two sons, daughters-in-law and grandsons, said a media release. “He was a popular man, soft-spoken and

Pan Pan, world's oldest male panda passes away at 31 in China

Pan Pan, world's oldest male panda passes away at 31 in China Beijing: The world's oldest male panda, Pan Pan, who was battling cancer, died on December 28 in Chinas Sichuan Province at the age of 31.Although his death isn't being considered suspicious, an autopsy is being carried out to find out the cause, according to Xinhua news agency."Pan Pan was the equivalent to about 100 human years,

Three-day International Hindi Conference in Vishkhapatnam from January 6

Three-day International Hindi Conference in Vishkhapatnam from January 6 The fourth International Hindi Conference will be held in port city Visakhapatnam from January 6 to 8 with the main aim of building a bridge between experts of the language in India and abroad. This is the first time the conference is being held outside the USA and it will be inaugurated by Andhra Pradesh Governor E

Sasikala Natarajan takes political plunge, elected as AIADMK chief

Sasikala Natarajan takes political plunge, elected as AIADMK chief AIADMK adopts resolution to work under the leadership of Sasikala Natarajan in the party general body meeting. Chennai: Sasikala Natarajan, close friend of former Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa, took over the reins of the ruling AIADMK with party leaders unanimously electing her as general secretary of the 44-year-old Dravidian

Google Celebrates Chemist Charles Macintosh's 250th Birthday With A Doodle

Google Celebrates Chemist Charles Macintosh's 250th Birthday With A Doodle NEW DELHI:  Goggle celebrated chemist Charles Macintosh's 250th birthday today by dedicating a doodle in his honour. He is the inventor of waterproof material. The doodle shows an illustration of Charles Macintosh standing in a raincoat and rain droplets bouncing off him.  The world remembers him for his

Cabinet approves sale of surplus land of 4 pharma PSUs

Cabinet approves sale of surplus land of 4 pharma PSUs Government today approved sale of surplus land of four pharmaceutical public sector undertakings to meet their outstanding liabilities, after which steps to close two units will be taken up. The sale of surplus land of Hindustan Antibiotics Ltd (HAL), Indian Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Ltd (IDPL), Rajasthan Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Ltd

India: US$ 235 Million Credit for Bihar Rural Roads Project

WASHINGTON, December 21, 2016 - The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors approved the following project:Project Description: The Project will help improve and effectively manage the state's rural road network. It will support the construction of about 2,500 km of rural roads under the Mukhiya Mantri Gram Sampark Yojana (MMGSY). The roads will be constructed using cost-effective

Salaries through banks ordinance gets President's nod

Salaries through banks ordinance gets President's nod President Pranab Mukherjee has approved the Payment of Wages (Amendment) Ordinance, 2016, to enable industries to pay wages through cheque or by direct credit into bank accounts of workers earning up to Rs. 18,000 a month without their permission. The ordinance, promulgated on December 28, however, doesn’t make payment of

CM APPROVES METRO ROUTE TO HINJEWADI

CM APPROVES METRO ROUTE TO HINJEWADI Project in Phase 2 of Pune Metro, proposed by PMRDA, will go from Shivajinagar to the IT Park, attempting to solve existing traffic woes.To ease everyday traffic congestion at Hinjewadi Information Technology (IT) Park, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Wednesday — at a meeting held in Mumbai — gave his nod for a proposed metro rail line

Dr K K Aggarwal takes oath as IMA's national president

Dr K K Aggarwal takes oath as IMA's national president Padma Shri and Dr B C Roy National Awardee Dr K K Aggarwal was today sworn in as the 88th President of Indian Medical Association (IMA). Dr RN Tandon will support him as the association's Secretary General. The constitution of IMA's new Governing Body took place at its 77th Central Council Meeting, NATCON'16, in the

Haryana to emulate AP on ‘Praja Sadhikara Survey’

Haryana to emulate AP on ‘Praja Sadhikara Survey’ Impressed by the ‘successful’ implementation of the “Praja Sadhikara Survey” in Andhra Pradesh, Haryana has proposed to emulate it. A statement by the Andhra Pradesh Bhawan here on Wednesday said Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and his Haryana counterpart Manoharlal Khattar exchanged Memorandum of

Former No. 1 Ana Ivanovic retires from tennis at 29

Former No. 1 Ana Ivanovic retires from tennis at 29 LONDON: Ana Ivanovic retired from tennis at age 29 Wednesday, ending a career in which she was ranked No. 1 in 2008 but can no longer play at the highest level because of injuries. In a live broadcast on Facebook, Ivanovic said ``it was a difficult decision, but there is so much to celebrate.'' The Serb won 15 tour titles, including the 2008 French

Lifter Jimjang creates new national record

Lifter Jimjang creates new national record NAGERCOIL (Tamil Nadu), Dec 28: Jimjang Deru on Tuesday created a new national record in clean & jerk event in men’s 62kg category with a lift of 153kg to secure the gold medal on Day Two of the Senior National Weightlifting Championships.Jimjang lifted 113kg in snatch before breaking the national record in the clean & jerk

J&K: SP Vaid appointed Director General of Police

J&K: SP Vaid appointed Director General of Police THE JAMMU and Kashmir government on Wednesday appointed S P Vaid the new Director General of Police of the state. Vaid is currently DG (law and order) and will replace K Rajendra Kumar, who was appointed in May 2014 and given an extension of three months to crack down on stone-pelters. The state Cabinet, which met in Jammu

Anil Baijal to be Delhi L-G after Pranab Mukherjee accepts Najeeb Jung's resignation

Anil Baijal to be Delhi L-G after Pranab Mukherjee accepts Najeeb Jung's resignation President Pranab Mukherjee, on Thursday, accepted the resignation of Najeeb Jung as Delhi Lieutenant Governor. Former Home Secretary, Anil Baijal is slated to replace him as the new administrator of the National Capital Territory, according to India Today TV. In his career as a bureaucrat, Baijal, a 1969

Cheteshwar Pujara to continue as brand ambassador of Rajkot Marathon

Cheteshwar Pujara to continue as brand ambassador of Rajkot Marathon CRICKETER CHETESHWAR Pujara on Wednesday announced that he will continue his association with Rajkot Marathon as its brand ambassador this season also and that he will himself participate in the event scheduled for February 5 next year. “I have the honour of becoming brand ambassador of Rajkot

CMs’ committee on digital payments in favour of continuing incentives on cashless transactions

CMs’ committee on digital payments in favour of continuing incentives on cashless transactions Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday said there are plans to import one million PoS machines to enable cashless payments across India. Naidu, who is the convenor of the 13 member committee of chief ministers on digital payments, said that the committee would

Acharya panel on 'change in fiscal year' submits report to FM

A high-level committee formed to study the feasibility of shifting financial year to January 1 from the current practice of starting from April 1 has submitted its report to Finance Minister Arun Jaitley. The government had in July set up a committee headed by former Chief Economic Adviser Shankar Acharya, to examine "desirability and feasibility" of having a new financial year. "The Committee has

Azhar Ali rewrites record books with historic double ton vs Australia

Azhar Ali rewrites record books with historic double ton vs Australia Azhar Alii. Azhar Ali became the first Pakistan batsman to score a double century in a Test in Australia and also became the fourth batsman to score a double ton at the MCG. Mr.Ali also became the fifth Pakistan batsman to score a double century in Tests against Australia. He joined Saleem Malik, Younis Khan, Javed Miandad

Study finds Birds with larger brain cope better in climate change than less brainy ones.

Study finds Birds with larger brain cope better in climate change than less brainy ones. According to a study published in the journal Nature Communications, birds with larger brain better adjust in the fluctuating and harsh climate for finding food, shelter and protection from predators than the ones with smaller brains.  As per a study conducted by Researchers from the University of

2 high-resolution remote sensing satellites successfully launched by China

2 high-resolution remote sensing satellites successfully launched by China China successfully launched two High-Resolution Remote Sensing Satellites on December 28, 2016 from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre in Shanxi Province to get 2 high-resolution remote sensing satellites successfully launched by Chinacommercial images. The satellites, SuperView-1 01/02, blasted off on

Soli Sorabjee re-elected IIC president

Soli Sorabjee re-elected IIC president  Former attorney general Soli J Sorabjee was elected president of the India International Centre (IIC) for a second consecutive term by the board of directors of IIC on December 26, 2016  Sorabjee has been working for IIC for the last two decades.He is well known to have given up cases in the Supreme Court and Delhi High Court to be able to devote

MobiKwik gets in-principle approval of RBI to set up Payment System

MobiKwik gets in-principle approval of RBI to set up Payment System Mobiwiki launched mobile app 'MobiKwik Lite 'i. MobiKwik, a mobile wallet firm has received an in-principle approval from the RBI on December 28 to set up a Bharat Bill Payments Operating Unit (BBPOU).  The company will now be integrated in Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS), a bill payment system by National Payments

China operationalises world’s longest bullet train line

China operationalises world’s longest bullet train line  China has started the operations of the longest east-west high-speed railway, which connects eastern coast to the less-developed southwestern part of the country.It is one of the world’s longest high-speed railways.  The Shanghai-Kunming line is 2,252 km in length with the maximum speed of 330 kmph and traverses the five provinces of Zhejiang,

UK in 2030: older, more unequal and blighted by Brexit, report predicts

UK in 2030: older, more unequal and blighted by Brexit, report predicts Britain faces a decade of disruption after Brexit with low growth, stagnating incomes for the poor and the public finances at breaking point, according to a bleak analysis by a leading thinktank. The report, Britain in the 2020s, by the Institute of Public Policy Research, says Brexit will “profoundly reshape the UK … painful trade-

US increased weapons sales in 2015 despite slight drop in global arms trade

US increased weapons sales in 2015 despite slight drop in global arms trade The sale of global arms dropped slightly last year to $80bn from 2014’s $89bn, according to a new congressional study, with the US maintaining its position as the world’s dominant supplier. But at $40bn the US market share of weapons sales amounted to about half of all arms agreements in 2015, and more than double

Report finds India as second largest arms purchaser after Saudi Arabia

Report finds India as second largest arms purchaser after Saudi Arabia As per the report of ‘Conventional Arms Transfers to Developing Nations 2008-2015′ released by Congressional Research Service (CRS), India has emerged as the second largest purchaser of arms among developing nations after Saudi Arabia. ii. According to the report, between 2008 and 2015, India purchased defence

HRD Ministry Sets up a new Regional Institute of Education at Nellore

HRD Ministry Sets up a new Regional Institute of Education at Nellore The Ministry of Human Resource Development is setting up a new Regional Institute of Education (NIE) at Nellore, Andhra Pradesh. HRD Minister, Shri Prakash Javadekar laid down the foundation stone on December 27 jointly with Shri. M. Venkaiah Naidu, the Union Urban Development Minister.  The State Government has

Uttar Pradesh CM lays the Foundation Stone of Film Television and Liberal Arts Institute

Uttar Pradesh CM lays the Foundation Stone of Film Television and Liberal Arts Institute
Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh,  Akhilesh Yadav, laid the foundation stone for Film Television and Liberal Arts Institute on December 27 in Lucknow. A token amount of Rs 10 crore has been allotted by the state government for the institute and 14 acres has been allotted for the institute under Awadh Vihar

24th National Children’s Science Congress inaugurated in Pune by Harsh Vardhan

24th National Children’s Science Congress inaugurated in Pune by Harsh Vardhan The Union Science and Technology Minister Harsh Vardhan inaugurated the 24th National Children’s Science Congress (NCSC) at Vidyapratisthan’s Institute of Information Technology in Baramati, Pune on December 27, 2016.The five-day congress was jointly organised by Vidya Pratishthan and

Maharashtra Approves Proposal to Create New Ministry for VJNT OBCs & Special Backward classes

Maharashtra Approves Proposal to Create New Ministry for VJNT OBCs & Special Backward classes The State Government of Maharashtra on December 27, 2016, decided to create a new ministry for welfare of Vimukta Jati and Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) OBCs and Special Backward classes.The proposal to create the new ministry was approved by the cabinet which was presided over

Haryana Government to set up country’s first Caterpillar Train

Haryana Government to set up country’s first Caterpillar Train  Haryana Government has decided to set up a pilot corridor for an innovative concept of “Caterpillar Train” that will fly over city’s traffic, in Gurgaon city. The concept of Caterpillar Train, also known as C-Train, was co-developed by an Indian Railways engineer Ashwani Kumar Upadhyaya along with Emil Jacob, both

Cabinet Approvals – December 28, 2016

Cabinet Approvals – December 28, 2016 The Cabinet on December 28, approved promulgation of an ordinance to make possession of a large number of scrapped banknotes a penal offence beyond March 31, imposing a penalty and a possible jail term. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved a Centrally Sponsored Scheme namely “Road Connectivity Project for Left Wing Extremism

Japan PM Shinzo Abe offers Pearl Harbor condolences

Japan PM Shinzo Abe offers Pearl Harbor condolences Japanese PM Shinzo Abe has visited the US naval base at Pearl Harbor, where he offered "sincere and everlasting condolences" to the victims of Japan's attack on the base 75 years ago. "We must never repeat the horrors of war again, this is the solemn vow the people of Japan have taken," he said. Mr Abe was accompanied by US President

Status of tribal development remains poor: Ministry report

Status of tribal development remains poor: Ministry report The tribal population in India lags behind other social groups on various social parameters, such as child mortality, infant mortality, number of anaemic women, says the latest annual report of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. Tribal population, with a vast majority engaged in agricultural labour, has a higher incidence of anaemia in

Tribal colony in Kerala becomes first to go fully digital in India

Tribal colony in Kerala becomes first to go fully digital in India A tribal colony in Kerala has become the first to go fully digital in India. In an attempt to go completely cashless, Malappuram district launched its digital initiative. Located about 400kms from Kerala's capital, the village in Malappuram district may be lagging behind in many ways, but the colony has now become a model for

Kerala to seek Union government’s approval for using deer antlers in Ayurveda medicines

Kerala to seek Union government’s approval for using deer antlers in Ayurveda medicines The Kerala Government is seeking the Union Government’s permission to use antlers of spotted deer and sambar to make Ayurvedic medicines. It is believed that antlers have medicinal values and are mainly used for invigorating spleen, strengthening bones/muscles and boosting blood flow. The Wildlife

Trump Picks Thomas Bossert as Top Counterterrorism Adviser

Trump Picks Thomas Bossert as Top Counterterrorism Adviser WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — President-elect Donald J. Trump has named Thomas P. Bossert, a top national security aide under President George W. Bush, to be his homeland security adviser, the Trump transition team announced Tuesday morning. Mr. Bossert will become assistant to the president for homeland security and

Meghalaya to host National Games 2022

Meghalaya to host National Games 2022 SHILLONG: After successfully co-hosting the 12th South Asian Games with Assam early this year, Meghalaya has now got the opportunity to hold the National Games 2022. The annual general body meeting of the Indian Olympic Association held in Chennai on Tuesday accepted the bid and allotted the Games to the State. Meghalaya State Olympic Association

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National Minicoy Festival begins Minicoy (Lakshadweep): The pristine beaches and the emerald green waters of Minicoy witnessed on Tuesday the opening of the fifthNational Minicoy Festival, organized by the Lakshadweep administration. The festival aims to place the tiny island, in the southern-most part of Lakshadweep, on the global tourism map. The food festival showcased the

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SSC -CHSL- Admit -Card 2016- Download-Hall Ticket-Zone-Wise SSC CHSL Admit Card 2016: Staff Selection Commission has released SSC CHSL Admit Card 2016 for the upcoming Tier I examination. SSC CHSL Tier I is merely a few days from now and the admit cards can be accessed from the official website.This year, there are around 5134 vacancies for the post of LDC, DEO, Postal

Lt Gen Vinod Vashisht takes over as DG NCC

Lt Gen Vinod Vashisht takes over as DG NCC Lt Gen Vinod Vashisht took over the reins of National Cadet Corps (NCC) as its Director General on 23 December 2016. An alumnus of National Defence Academy, the General was commissioned into the Regiment of Artillery on 09 June 1979. A graduate from Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, the General has attended the Higher

20,000 NGOs banned for FCRA violation

 20,000 NGOs banned for FCRA violation  Government has canceled the licenses of around 20,000 NGOs for violating the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) provisions. This means that these NGOs will be barred from receiving foreign funds. Now there are only 13,000 NGOs in the country are legally valid to receive foreign funds. The cancellation of the FCRA licenses of the NGOs has been

Cabinet approves International Solar Alliance (ISA): Signing of the Framework Agreement

Cabinet approves International Solar Alliance (ISA): Signing of the Framework Agreement 
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex-post facto approval to the proposal of Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) for ratification of ISA’s Framework Agreement by India. ISA was launched jointly by the Prime Minister of India and the

Fresh guidelines on Sexual Harassment of Women

Fresh guidelines on Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 issued by DoPT .WCD Ministry will hold consultations on a regular basis on issues pertaining to the Act: Smt Maneka Sanjay Gandhi. The Minister for Women and Child Development, Smt. Maneka Sanjay Gandhi, had held a review meeting on implementation of Sexual

Cabinet Approves Rural Road Connectivity Scheme For Areas Affected By Left-Wing Extremism

Cabinet Approves Rural Road Connectivity Scheme For Areas Affected By Left-Wing Extremism Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday approved a scheme aimed at improving rural road connectivity in 44 worst Left Wing Extremism (LWE)-affected and adjoining districts in different states.  Under the project -- Road Connectivity Project for Left Wing Extremism Affected Areas --

Government approves ordinance on deadline to deposit old notes

Government approves ordinance on deadline to deposit old notes New Delhi , Dec. 28: The government cleared on Wednesday an ordinance on deadline to deposit scrapped high-value currency notes.  Name of the ordinance is ‘The Specified Bank Notes Cessation of Liabilities Ordinance’, according to sources.  This ordinance makes possesing huge amount of scraped Rs. 1,000 and Rs. 500

National Minicoy Festival begins

National Minicoy Festival begins Minicoy (Lakshadweep): The pristine beaches and the emerald green waters of Minicoy witnessed on Tuesday the opening of the fifthNational Minicoy Festival, organized by the Lakshadweep administration. The festival aims to place the tiny island, in the southern-most part of Lakshadweep, on the global tourism map. The food festival showcased the

Bihar government approves of 50% quota in judicial services

Bihar government approves of 50% quota in judicial services The Bihar government on Tuesday gave its nod for implementation of 50% reservation in both subordinate and superior judicial services in the state. This means that 50% quota would be implemented in appointment of both services conducted by the Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) to fill the posts of judicial magistrates and munsif

Team of Astronomers Discovers Universe’s Biggest Galaxy Supercluster Vela near the Milky Way

Team of Astronomers Discovers Universe’s Biggest Galaxy Supercluster Vela near the Milky Way A research team of astronomers from Australia, South Africa, and Europe has discovered one of the universe’s biggest super clusters of galaxies, Vela super cluster, near the Milky Way. It was undetected for long as it was hidden by stars and dust in the Milky Way. The study was published in

Paytm Announces 100 Member Merchant Helpdesk

Paytm Announces 100 Member Merchant Helpdesk Digital payments platform, Paytm, has launched a 100 member Merchant Helpdesk to educate merchants across India on digital literacy.The E-Commerce Company has also announced that it will invest Rs 50 crore towards educating merchants. The main objective of the initiative is to work closely with the merchantsby seeking

Indian Army partners with IIT Gandhinagar for critical technology requirements

Indian Army partners with IIT Gandhinagar for critical technology requirements 
Indian Army has inked an agreement with IIT Gandhinagar to set up a research and development (R&D) cell at the IIT campus to identify problems and possible solutions for the Indian Army. The agreement also enable the IIT and Indian Army to collaborate in areas including critical technology

Nagar Uday Abhiyan launched in Madhya Pradesh

Nagar Uday Abhiyan launched in Madhya Pradesh The three-phase campaign Nagar Uday Abhiyan has been launched in all 378 urban bodies of Madhya Pradesh  on December 25, the birthday of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Aim :To assess services being provided to citizens and bring them at standard live . The first phase will be held between December 25 to 28, the second phase will be

Gujarat Government Announces Biotechnology Policy

Gujarat Government Announces Biotechnology Policy Gujarat government lead by Vijay Rupani introduced the  ‘Biotechnology Policy-2016‘ to establish Gujarat as a preferred destination for manufacturing of biotechnology products. Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel announced this policy in the state legisalative assembly on December 26, 2016.

Karnataka Flags Off 25 Bio-Diesel Buses

Karnataka Flags Off 25 Bio-Diesel Buses
The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) has launched 25 bio-diesel buses on December 25, to reduce pollution level emitted by diesel buses. 25 luxury multi-axle Scania buses were flagged off by the state Transport Minister Ramalinga Bio - BusReddy at the KSRTC depot.The 25 new

journalist Swati Chaturvedi’s new book I am a Troll,

 journalist Swati Chaturvedi’s new book I am a Troll, In journalist Swati Chaturvedi’s new book I am a Troll, a former social media volunteer for the BJP has claimed that the party used ‘trolls’ to build pressure on various issues, including getting Snapdeal to drop actor Aamir Khan as brand ambassador after his remarks on intolerance in India were seen as critical of the current government. Sadhavi

Former Madhya Pradesh CM Sunderlal Patwa, 92, passes away

Former Madhya Pradesh CM Sunderlal Patwa, 92, passes away BHOPAL: Veteran BJP leader and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Sunderlal Patwa passed away here on Wednesday after a brief illness. He was 92.Patwa's wife had died a few years back and they had no children. His nephew Surendra Patwa is Minister for Culture and Tourism in the present BJP-led state government. Patwa