State News

Maharishi Valmiki’s Name for All ST Schools, Raichur University: CM Siddaramaiah

On the occasion of Valmiki Jayanti, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced that all Scheduled Tribe (ST) residential schools in the state and Raichur University will be named after Maharishi Valmiki. The announcement was made during a programme organized by the...

Nayab Saini Sworn in as Haryana CM, BJP Wins Third Term

Nayab Singh Saini was sworn in as Haryana's Chief Minister for the second time, marking BJP's third consecutive term in power in the state. Governor Bandaru Dattatreya administered the oath at a ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union...

Kaziranga Named India’s Second Largest Butterfly Diversity Hub

Kaziranga National Park, renowned for its iconic one-horned rhinoceros, has now gained recognition as India’s second-largest butterfly diversity hub. Following Namdapha National Park in Arunachal Pradesh, Kaziranga is home to an impressive 446 butterfly species. This newfound distinction highlights the...

129 Wetlands to Be Revived in Assam to Alleviate Flood Risks

The Assam government has launched an ambitious project aimed at revitalizing 129 beels (wetlands), covering an area of 3,800 hectares, to mitigate flooding and boost fish production in the state. These wetlands serve as essential water and fishery resources, offering...

Union Minister Inaugurates Skill Training Institute in Visakhapatnam

To address the immediate skill gaps in Andhra Pradesh, Shri Jayant Chaudhary, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, and Minister of State for the Ministry of Education, Government of India, inaugurated a...

Kerala Assembly Passes Resolution Against Waqf Amendment Bill

The Kerala Assembly unanimously passed a resolution urging the BJP-led central government to withdraw the Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024, which was introduced in the Lok Sabha in August and subsequently referred to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC). The state’s lawmakers...

Karnataka Eyes Top Spot as Asia’s Animation and Gaming Powerhouse

During a special address at the second edition of the Indian Gaming Convention (IGC), Shri Priyank Kharge, Karnataka's Minister of Information Technology and Biotechnology, expressed the state’s ambition to lead the gaming and animation industry. Kharge stated, "Karnataka has all...

Foundation Stone Laid for Naval Communication Station in Telangana

On October 15, 2024, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh laid the foundation stone for a new Very Low Frequency (VLF) Station of the Indian Navy at Damagundam Reserve Forest, Vikarabad, Telangana. Covering 2,900 acres and costing Rs 3,200 crore, this facility...

Maharashtra Government Renames Skills University After Ratan Tata

In a significant tribute to the late industrialist Ratan Tata, the Maharashtra government announced on October 14, 2024, that the Maharashtra State Skills Development University will be renamed the "Padma Vibhushan Ratan Tata Skills University." This decision honors Tata's substantial...

Caste Survey Begins in Telangana, Third in India

Telangana becomes the third state to initiate a caste-based headcount, following Andhra Pradesh and Bihar. The Telangana government has initiated the process of a comprehensive household caste survey in the state aimed at targeted and equitable resource distribution among all...