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List of Education Ministers of India from 1947 to 2024

List of Education Ministers of India from 1947 to 2024

Since gaining independence in 1947, India has had numerous Education Ministers who have played crucial roles in shaping the country’s education system. This article provides a comprehensive list of the Education Ministers of India from 1947 to 2024, detailing their tenures and key contributions. List of Education Ministers of India from 1947 to 2024 The …

NTPC Full Form: Its Overview, History, Objective, Services and Initiatives

NTPC Full Form: Its Overview, History, Objective, Services and Initiatives

NTPC, or National Thermal Power Corporation, is a major player in India’s energy sector. Established in 1975, NTPC is India’s largest thermal power generating company, with a significant presence in coal mining, power trading, renewable energy, and more. It is listed on both the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). Full …

Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) vs Old Pension Scheme (OPS): A Comprehensive Comparison

Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) vs Old Pension Scheme (OPS): A Comprehensive Comparison

The Indian government’s recent approval of the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) has generated significant interest, particularly among government employees. While the UPS incorporates elements from the Old Pension Scheme (OPS), it introduces several key changes that affect employees in both beneficial and challenging ways. This article provides a detailed comparison of these two pension schemes, …

India Welcomes First Civilian Space Tourist Gopichand Thotakura

India Welcomes First Civilian Space Tourist Gopichand Thotakura

Gopichand Thotakura, India’s first civilian space tourist, received a warm welcome in Delhi upon his return on August 26, 2024. Thotakura made history by joining Blue Origin’s New Shepard-25 (NS-25) mission, founded by Amazon’s Jeff Bezos, becoming the second Indian citizen to travel to space after Rakesh Sharma’s 1984 mission. His trip lasted about ten …

Mother Teresa's 114th Birth Anniversary, Observed on August 26

Mother Teresa’s 114th Birth Anniversary, Observed on August 26

August 26, 2024 marks the 114th birth anniversary of Mother Teresa, a divine figure whose legacy of love and compassion continues to inspire the world. Born on 26 August 1910 in Albania, she became one of the most revered figures of the 20th century, recognized globally for her selfless service to humanity. Mother Teresa was …

Arun Agarwal Named Chairman of Texas Economic Development Corporation

Arun Agarwal Named Chairman of Texas Economic Development Corporation

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Arun Agarwal, a Dallas-based Indian-American entrepreneur, as the Chairman of the Texas Economic Development Corporation (TEDC) Board of Directors. This role involves marketing Texas as a premier business destination both domestically and globally. Agarwal’s appointment highlights Texas’s commitment to diversity and the increasing influence of Indian-American leaders in significant …

Ladakh Gets Five New District

Ladakh Gets Five New District

The Ministry of Home Affairs has decided to create five new districts in the union territory of Ladakh, said home minister Amit Shah on August 26. Vision of P.M Modi “In pursuit of Narendra Modi’s vision to build a developed and prosperous Ladakh, the MHA has decided to create five new districts in the union territory. Benefits of …