India’s journey in the Olympic Games has been marked by moments of triumph, perseverance, and historic achievements. Since its debut at the 1900 Paris Olympics, India has secured a total of 35 medals across 24 Olympic Games, showcasing the country’s prowess in various sports. From the early days when Norman Pritchard bagged India’s first medals …
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The gramophone, invented by Emile Berliner in 1887, revolutionized sound recording and reproduction by using a stylus to etch sound waves into spinning discs. This device made music accessible in homes, popularized diverse genres, and spurred technological advancements in the music industry. Despite being replaced by modern technologies, the gramophone remains cherished by audiophiles for …
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on July 25, appointed senior IPS officer Hargobinder Singh Dhaliwal as the new Director General of Police of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Prior to his new role, Dhaliwal, a 1997-batch IPS officer, served as the special commissioner of police in New Delhi, overseeing traffic zone-II. About H.S Dhaliwal Mr. …
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“Maa Telugu Thalliki,” meaning “To our Mother Telugu,” is the state song of Andhra Pradesh, embodying the deep respect and affection the people of the state have for their language and heritage. Written by Shankarambadi Sundarachari, this song holds a special place in the hearts of the Telugu-speaking community and is widely used in various …
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The data on Employment and Unemployment is collected through Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) which is conducted by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) since 2017-18. The survey period is July to June every year. As per the latest available Annual PLFS Reports, the estimated Worker Population Ratio (WPR) on usual status for …
The Town Official Language Implementation Committee (TOLIC) honored Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) in Visakhapatnam with the ‘Rajbhasha Gaurav Samman’ for the year 2023-24. The event was hosted by NTPC and was presided over by Atul Bhatt, Chairman of TOLIC and CMD of RINL. Award Categories and Winners Category I First Prize: HPCL-Visakha Refinery Second Prize: …
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Mankind Pharma has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a 100 per cent stake in Bharat Serums and Vaccines (BSV) from Advent International. It is one of the world’s largest and most experienced private equity investors, for an enterprise value of Rs 13,630 crore, subject to closing related adjustments. About Mankind Pharma Mankind Pharma …
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AU Small Finance Bank’s board has approved a proposal to transition from a Small Finance Bank (SFB) to a universal bank. This decision aligns with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) guidelines issued on August 1, 2016, and the circular on voluntary transition of SFBs to universal banks dated April 26, 2024. A four-member Committee …
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In a significant milestone for India’s community radio landscape, Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the country’s 500th community radio station, Apna Radio 90.0 FM, at the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) in Aizawl, Mizoram. This event underscores the government’s commitment to the Act East policy and marks a key development …
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The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is India’s premier counter-terrorism law enforcement agency. Established to address the increasing need for a specialized body to handle terrorism and related offenses, the NIA plays a crucial role in maintaining national security. The agency’s formation followed the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, highlighting the inadequacies of existing security mechanisms. An …
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