The Kerala government on Sunday launched a major campaign “Subodham” to help people in the state overcome alcohol, drug and other substance abuse. The project was launched by Chief Minister Oommen Chandy and Art of Living Foundation founder Sri Sri Ravishankar here in the presence of religious leaders, representatives of student organisations and NGOs working […]
India gives numerous scholarships to Afghan students every year to study humanities subjects but has discontinued for several years the practice of giving scholarships in applied sciences and medical courses, due to high demand of such seats from Indian students, it was pointed out at an event here on Sunday. During an interactive session with […]
With the government slated to table a copy of the land ordinance in the Lok Sabha on Monday, the house is expected to witness a stormy start as it meets after a recess for the second half of the budget session. According to the schedule of business of the house, Minister of State for Parliamentary […]
Many associate bold cuts, colours and patterns with Indian fashion whereas Pakistani designs are said to ooze with smart detailing and craftsmanship. However, both the markets are unique and different in their own way, says Saad Ali, CEO of Pakistan Fashion Design Council, the only fashion council in the country that was conceived with the […]
A 31-year-old doctor at AIIMS allegedly committed suicide by slitting her wrist with a sharp-edged object after her husband started mentally torturing her after she learnt that he was actually gay. Failed marriage, breach of trust and hiding of the sexual orientation by her husband forced Priya Vedi to commit suicide in a hotel room […]
New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) The new land bill will enable faster growth and check distress migration from rural areas by creating local employment, Rural Development Minister Birender Singh has said while hoping that the legislation will be passed in the Rajya Sabha session beginning next week. Birender Singh, 69, accused the Congress of blocking […]
New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) The coal ministry will sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the railway ministry and the Odisha government on Monday for implementation of common rail corridor projects for coal evacuation. Union Coal Secretary Anil Swarup had said during his February visit to the state that two special purpose vehicles will […]
Bengaluru, April 18 (IANS) With one away win and one loss on home turf, hosts Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are sweating out for a victory over Mumbai Indians in the IPL-T20 tie here on Sunday. “In T20 format, both teams stand a good chance to win. Mumbai has got some match winners. We can’t take […]
Bhopal, April 18 (IANS) A chartered British plane had to make an emergency landing here after developing a technical snag in its engine. The plane landed at Raja Bhoj airport. Airport Director K. Gunashewar told IANS that the plane was headed to China’s Shanghai city from Abu Dhabi when it developed the problem. A source […]
Visakhapatnam, April 18 (IANS) Condemning the attacks by Israel on Palestinians, the Communist Party of India-Marxist on Saturday called upon the people of India to boycott Israeli goods. In a resolution passed at the ongoing 21st Congress here, the CPI-M expressed its solidarity with the people of Palestine, who are struggling for freedom for their […]