The Union Cabinet has approved a ₹3,706 crore joint venture between HCL and Foxconn to build a semiconductor plant in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh. Part of the India Semiconductor Mission, the plant will focus on chip assembly and packaging. It is expected to start production in 2027 and create 2,000 jobs, meeting up to 40% of
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The Union Cabinet has approved a ₹3,706 crore joint venture between HCL and Foxconn to build a semiconductor plant in Jewar, Uttar Pradesh. Part of the India Semiconductor Mission, the plant will focus on chip assembly and packaging. It is expected to start production in 2027 and create 2,000 jobs, meeting up to 40% of
Fuel prices for December 10, 2024, have been updated by oil marketing companies (OMCs) based on global crude oil prices and currency exchange rates. These rates are revised daily at 6 AM. BulletsIn Delhi: Petrol ₹94.72/liter, Diesel ₹87.62/liter. Mumbai: Petrol ₹103.44/liter, Diesel ₹89.97/liter. Chennai: Petrol ₹100.85/liter, Diesel ₹92.44/liter. Kolkata: Petrol ₹103.94/liter, Diesel ₹90.76/liter. Hyderabad: Petrol
Fuel prices for December 10, 2024, have been updated by oil marketing companies (OMCs) based on global crude oil prices and currency exchange rates. These rates are revised daily at 6 AM. BulletsIn Delhi: Petrol ₹94.72/liter, Diesel ₹87.62/liter. Mumbai: Petrol ₹103.44/liter, Diesel ₹89.97/liter. Chennai: Petrol ₹100.85/liter, Diesel ₹92.44/liter. Kolkata: Petrol ₹103.94/liter, Diesel ₹90.76/liter. Hyderabad: Petrol
The government appointed Finance and Revenue Secretary Tuhin Kanta Pandey as the new Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on February 27, 2025. He will replace Madhabi Puri Buch, whose tenure ends on February 28, 2025. BulletsIn Tuhin Kanta Pandey appointed SEBI Chairman. Appointment approved by the Appointments Committee of the
The government appointed Finance and Revenue Secretary Tuhin Kanta Pandey as the new Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) on February 27, 2025. He will replace Madhabi Puri Buch, whose tenure ends on February 28, 2025. BulletsIn Tuhin Kanta Pandey appointed SEBI Chairman. Appointment approved by the Appointments Committee of the
321Madhav Gadgil, a pioneering Indian environmentalist, has been honored with UNEP’s Lifetime Achievement Award, the United Nations’ highest environmental accolade. Recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to conservation and ecological studies, Gadgil joins a prestigious list of laureates who have made remarkable efforts to restore and protect the environment. BulletsIn Madhav Gadgil received UNEP’s Lifetime Achievement
Madhav Gadgil, a pioneering Indian environmentalist, has been honored with UNEP’s Lifetime Achievement Award, the United Nations’ highest environmental accolade. Recognized for his groundbreaking contributions to conservation and ecological studies, Gadgil joins a prestigious list of laureates who have made remarkable efforts to restore and protect the environment. BulletsIn Madhav Gadgil received UNEP’s Lifetime Achievement
Centre Allocates Rs 5,800 Crore for Expansion of Kendriya Vidyalaya Network Over 8 Years I BulletsIn
The Union Cabinet has approved the creation of 85 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) across India and the expansion of one existing KV in Shivamogga, Karnataka. This expansion is part of a long-term plan to accommodate the growing number of central government employees’ children, with a total expenditure of Rs 5,872.08 crore over the next eight
Centre Allocates Rs 5,800 Crore for Expansion of Kendriya Vidyalaya Network Over 8 Years I BulletsIn
The Union Cabinet has approved the creation of 85 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) across India and the expansion of one existing KV in Shivamogga, Karnataka. This expansion is part of a long-term plan to accommodate the growing number of central government employees’ children, with a total expenditure of Rs 5,872.08 crore over the next eight
The Union Cabinet has approved the ‘One Nation, One Election’ proposal, recommending simultaneous voting for state and union governments, as well as local bodies. A panel led by former President Ram Nath Kovind reported widespread support for this idea. BulletsIn
The Union Cabinet has approved the ‘One Nation, One Election’ proposal, recommending simultaneous voting for state and union governments, as well as local bodies. A panel led by former President Ram Nath Kovind reported widespread support for this idea. BulletsIn
320The magnetic north pole, distinct from the geographic North Pole, has been shifting across the Arctic. Over the past century, its movement toward Siberia has accelerated, peaking in the 2000s, though it has recently slowed. This shift impacts navigation systems and raises questions about Earth’s magnetic field dynamics. BulletsIn Magnetic north is where Earth’s magnetic
The magnetic north pole, distinct from the geographic North Pole, has been shifting across the Arctic. Over the past century, its movement toward Siberia has accelerated, peaking in the 2000s, though it has recently slowed. This shift impacts navigation systems and raises questions about Earth’s magnetic field dynamics. BulletsIn Magnetic north is where Earth’s magnetic
A recent study from USC and UC Berkeley reveals a sharp rise in pharmacy closures across the U.S., with nearly one-third of pharmacies shut down since 2010. This growing trend is particularly affecting Black and Latino neighborhoods, where the closure rates are higher. The surge in closures threatens access to essential healthcare services, especially as
A recent study from USC and UC Berkeley reveals a sharp rise in pharmacy closures across the U.S., with nearly one-third of pharmacies shut down since 2010. This growing trend is particularly affecting Black and Latino neighborhoods, where the closure rates are higher. The surge in closures threatens access to essential healthcare services, especially as
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrived at North Block on Saturday before presenting the Union Budget 2025-26 in the Lok Sabha. This is her eighth consecutive budget, breaking Morarji Desai’s record. The budget speech at 11 a.m. will outline fiscal policies, taxation reforms, and developmental priorities. BulletsIn Historic 8th budget by Sitharaman, surpassing Morarji Desai.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman arrived at North Block on Saturday before presenting the Union Budget 2025-26 in the Lok Sabha. This is her eighth consecutive budget, breaking Morarji Desai’s record. The budget speech at 11 a.m. will outline fiscal policies, taxation reforms, and developmental priorities. BulletsIn Historic 8th budget by Sitharaman, surpassing Morarji Desai.
320The Mughal Empire ruled most of the Indian subcontinent from 1526 to 1857. Founded by Babur after defeating Ibrahim Lodi, it reached its peak under Akbar and Aurangzeb. After Aurangzeb’s death in 1707, the empire weakened and finally ended after the Revolt of 1857 when the British exiled Bahadur Shah II. BulletsIn Mughal rule began
The Mughal Empire ruled most of the Indian subcontinent from 1526 to 1857. Founded by Babur after defeating Ibrahim Lodi, it reached its peak under Akbar and Aurangzeb. After Aurangzeb’s death in 1707, the empire weakened and finally ended after the Revolt of 1857 when the British exiled Bahadur Shah II. BulletsIn Mughal rule began
