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September 16, 2024 3:56 PM

10 years of Jan Dhan Yojana: A milestone in financial inclusion

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded the BJP government’s flagship initiative, Jan Dhan Yojana, on its 10th anniversary. He highlighted the scheme's role in advancing financial inclusion, emphasizing how it has empowered women, youth, and marginalized communities while improving their ...

August 28, 2024 10:27 AM

India’s complete schedule and events for Paris 2024 Paralympics

The Paris 2024 Paralympics promises to be another thrilling chapter for Indian athletes on the global stage. This year, India will field its largest-ever contingent, with 84 athletes competing across 12 sports. Running from August 28 to September 9, the Games will see Indian competitors striving to ...

September 16, 2024 3:57 PM

US President Biden commends PM Modi’s Ukraine visit for his message of peace

US President Joe Biden, during his telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, commended the latter's "historic visits" to Poland and Ukraine as well as his message of peace, the White House said in a statement. The two leaders discussed PM Modi's trip to two European nations and the ...

August 26, 2024 11:20 AM

The facts about Australia’s new ‘right to disconnect’ law for employees

Australian employees now have the right to ignore their bosses outside working hours thanks to a new law which enshrines the "right to disconnect." Here are key facts about the law, which came into force on Monday: WHAT DOES THE LAW SAY? Employers will still be able to contact their workers, howe...

August 24, 2024 4:06 PM

Why mpox vaccines are only just arriving in Africa after two years

The first 10,000 mpox vaccines are finally due to arrive next week in Africa, where a dangerous new strain of the virus - which has afflicted people there for decades - has caused global alarm. The slow arrival of the shots – which have already been made available in more than 70 countries outsid...

August 23, 2024 11:39 AM

India’s Space Odyssey: From Historic Milestones to Diplomatic Triumphs

India is celebrating its first-ever National Space Day today (Friday) on the theme "Touching Lives While Touching the Moon: India's Space Saga". On 23 August 2023, India achieved a historic milestone when the Chandrayaan-3 lander completed a soft landing on the moon. This remarkable accomplishment m...

August 23, 2024 10:53 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Poland: An overview

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Poland marked a historic moment as it was the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to the country in 45 years. The visit focused on enhancing India-Poland relations across various sectors and strengthening the bond between the two nations. Address to the...