Highlighting key initiatives of the Ministry, Kumar said the Deep Ocean Mission focuses on exploring the deep sea, developing indigenous technologies and strengthening ocean observation services
Lighting firecrackers is part of the fun of Deepavali. But this should be done safely. Ophthalmologists warn that a moment of carelessness can cause eye injuries ranging from minor abrasions to severe ocular trauma
A new report maps the distribution of specialised engineering professionals across technology hubs and employer categories, highlighting experience levels and talent gaps.
Women have had to fight for the freedom to study, work, play, and simply move through public spaces without fear. Even a walk down the road can sometimes come with calculations about safety, lighting, and time. As reports of crimes against women continue to make headlines, a teenager in Ambala decided to act on one small but visible part of a much bigger problem.
The Department of Electrical Inspectorate is examining the installation of the underwater lights in the Conrad hotel swimming pool
Responding to a viral post highlighting that tech leaders Sam Altman, Sundar Pichai, and Dario Amodei are vegetarians, Elon Musk shared his daily diet.
People living with lupus describe how symptoms such as fatigue affect their work and daily lives. Studies show that patients and doctors may view the impact of the disease differently, highlighting the need to better understand patients’ experiences and concerns
Nearly 60 per cent of organisations surveyed remain in the exploration or pilot stages of artificial intelligence (AI) adoption, with only around 40 per cent having moved to production or scaling, highlighting the challenge businesses face in deploying AI across their operations, according to a report by Citi Institute.
An audit of 52 workplaces across 17 states and union territories found 4,694 compliance gaps, averaging about 90 per site, according to TeamLease RegTech. The report said labour and environmental laws accounted for most violations, with many carrying fines, possible imprisonment and personal liability for directors or senior officers, highlighting the regulatory risks businesses face across factories, warehouses, offices and mines.
The ECI, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the two Election Commissioners have filed a joint affidavit highlighting that any attempt to restrain the functioning of the CEC will be contrary to law
The ECI, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the two Election Commissioners have filed a joint affidavit highlighting that any attempt to restrain the functioning of the CEC will be contrary to law
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Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar warned at the UN General Assembly that repeated attacks on civilian shipping in the Black Sea, Red Sea and Gulf are indefensible, highlighting a joint India‑Liberia initiative on maritime safety. He called the growing threat a serious concern for seafarers and global trade.
AAP Punjab continued its ‘Mann De Munaffe’ door-to-door campaign across several constituencies, highlighting the Bhagwant Mann government’s four-and-a-half-year work and welfare schemes.
People who regularly visit the area said the deployment does not address longstanding concerns about security, particularly after dark.
A 17‑year‑old girl was gang‑raped on her birthday in Delhi’s Aastha Kunj park by three men who pretended to be police officers, highlighting persistent lighting deficiencies in an area already flagged as a police ‘dark spot’. The incident has renewed scrutiny of safety measures and lighting infrastructure in the capital’s public spaces.
Kolkata Port Trust announced a Rs 22.35 crore dynamic lighting system for Howrah Bridge that will allow personalised messages and synchronized light‑sound shows. The project, involving 3,825 luminaires and a dedicated mobile app, is overseen by the Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and SMP Kolkata.
Three BJP Lok Sabha MPs from Odisha wrote letters to the chief minister and works minister highlighting delays and quality concerns in key infrastructure projects, urging immediate intervention. The letters cite stalled flyover construction, a barely‑started bypass road and a stalled four‑lane widening project, prompting political analysts to warn of reputational damage to the state government.
The Delhi court granted Hindutva influencer Swatantra Bhardwaj a three‑week interim bail while highlighting deficiencies in the police investigation into the alleged assault on a Dalit activist’s father, and imposed restrictions on his conduct. The order also bars Bhardwaj from contacting the complainant or visiting specified locations pending further inquiry.
UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres endorsed the Global South’s call to expand the UN Security Council at the BRICS summit, highlighting India’s leading role in the demand. The statement was part of a broader push by BRICS leaders for comprehensive UN reform to reflect today’s geopolitical realities.
