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Pondicherry Heritage Festival 2025
The 11th edition of the Pondicherry Heritage Festival kicked off with a vibrant display of culture, history, and community spirit in Puducherry’s Tamil Quarter. The event, marked by the 'Veedhi Vilayattu' (Street Games), took place along a stretch between Easwaran...
Last updated on April 7th, 2025 11:34 am -
Tamil Nadu Sets a New High with 9.69% Growth
Tamil Nadu has achieved the highest real economic growth rate in India for the year 2024-25. The state grew at a rate of 9.69%, which is the best in the country and also the highest for Tamil Nadu in the...
Last updated on April 5th, 2025 04:16 pm -
Free Bus Service for Women in Jammu & Kashmir
On April 1, 2025, the Jammu and Kashmir government launched a groundbreaking initiative by introducing a free bus service for women, marking a significant step towards gender-inclusive mobility. The service, aimed at empowering women, provides free travel on smart city...
Last updated on April 3rd, 2025 01:50 pm -
Naini Lake’s Facing Depleting of Water Levels
Naini Lake, a significant landmark in Nainital, is facing a critical decline in water levels, hitting a five-year low of 4.7 feet, raising concerns about the potential for drinking water scarcity during the summer. The lake, which supplies 76% of...
Last updated on April 1st, 2025 01:59 pm -
Sarhul Festival of Jharkhand 2025
The Sarhul Festival is an important celebration for Adivasi communities in the Chhotanagpur region, particularly in Jharkhand. In Jharkhand, Sarhul is a public holiday. In the year 2025, it falls on 01st of April, Tuesday. It marks the arrival of...
Last updated on April 1st, 2025 01:51 pm -
Home Minister Amit Shah Unveils Maharaja Agrasen’s Statue & Other Initiatives
On March 31, 2025, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, unveiled a grand statue of Maharaja Agrasen, inaugurated a new ICU facility, and laid the foundation stone for a PG hostel in Hisar, Haryana. The event was...
Last updated on April 1st, 2025 10:49 am -
Punjab to Develop Nangal as a Tourist Hub & Jhajjar Bachauli as the First Leopard Safari
The Punjab Government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, has announced major initiatives to boost tourism and wildlife conservation in the state. Nangal will be developed into a major tourist hub, with an initial budget of ₹10 crore, while...
Last updated on March 31st, 2025 12:42 pm -
West Bengal Police Launches Mobile App for Transparent Transfers
The West Bengal Police has introduced a mobile application designed to streamline the transfer process for its personnel, ensuring transparency and efficiency. This initiative aims to eliminate malpractices such as bribery and favoritism in transfer postings. The app, integrated with...
Last updated on March 27th, 2025 01:32 pm -
Haryana Launches AI Chatbot ‘Sarathi’ for Citizen Services
The Haryana government has introduced ‘Sarathi’, an AI-powered chatbot, to enhance public access to official government documents and policies. Launched by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, this initiative is part of Haryana’s broader strategy to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) in...
Last updated on March 27th, 2025 11:37 am -
New Pamban Rail Bridge Will Inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi
The new Pamban rail bridge, connecting Ramanathapuram with Rameswaram Island, is set to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on April 6, 2025, coinciding with Ram Navami. The bridge, constructed at a cost of ₹531 crore, will enhance connectivity...
Last updated on March 26th, 2025 05:52 pm