State News

Assam Government Initiates ‘Gunotsav 2024’

  The Assam government is gearing up for the fifth edition of 'Gunotsav 2024,' a comprehensive state-wide assessment aimed at evaluating the performance of approximately 40 lakh students across government schools. The initiative, slated to run from January 3 to...

Punjab Becomes First State To Map All Accident Prone Sites

  Punjab, known for its vibrant culture and rich heritage, has achieved a significant milestone in road safety. The state has become the first in India to meticulously map all 784 accident black spots using the Mappls App, a cutting-edge...

Uttar Pradesh Leads In Implementing ICJS

  For the third consecutive year, Uttar Pradesh has achieved the highest entry rate on the Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) platform, showcasing the state's commitment to leveraging technology in the administration of justice. The ICJS platform, a brainchild of...

PM Inaugurates Rs 400 Crore Fast Reactor Plant In Tamil Nadu

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked a historic moment as he dedicated the Rs 400 crore Demonstration Fast Reactor Fuel Reprocessing Plant (DFRP) at the Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research (IGCAR), Kalpakkam, to the nation. This facility is a...

Gujarat Government Inks Agreements Worth $86 Billion Ahead of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit

In preparation for the upcoming biennial Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, the Indian state of Gujarat has sealed preliminary investment deals totaling 7.17 trillion Indian rupees ($86.07 billion) with 58 companies spanning sectors like energy, oil and gas, and chemicals. Prime...

PM Modi Inaugurates ₹1,156 Crore Projects in Lakshadweep

In a significant development, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated projects worth ₹1,156 crore during his visit to the Lakshadweep islands. Among these projects is the Kochi-Lakshadweep Islands Submarine Optical Fibre Cable, a ₹1,072-crore initiative providing 100 Gbps internet connectivity to...

Assam CM Launches 200 Eco-Buses In Guwahati To Combat Pollution

  In a significant step towards environmental sustainability, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma flagged off 200 electric buses from Guwahati. This initiative marks one of the state government's most substantial efforts to create a pollution-free environment in Assam. A...

Jharkhand Reduces Age Limit For Old-Age Pensions To 50

  In a significant move to enhance social security and address the challenges faced by marginalized communities, Chief Minister Hemant Soren of Jharkhand announced a reduction in the qualifying age for old-age pensions. The decision primarily targets tribals and Dalits,...

CM Yogi Adityanath Inaugurates UP’s First Floating Restaurant In Prayagraj

  In a groundbreaking move for the state of Uttar Pradesh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the state's first floating air-conditioned restaurant during his visit to Sangam City. The restaurant, managed by the Uttar Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation (UPSTDC),...

PM Modi Launches Projects Worth Rs 20,000 Crore In Tamil Nadu

  Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for a slew of development projects worth over Rs 20,000 crore in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu. The projects encompass various sectors, including rail connectivity, roads, oil and gas, and shipping, and are...