Author: Nupur Rohila

Neeraj Chopra, the reigning champion, earned a silver medal in the men’s javelin throw finals at the Paris Olympics. His silver came from a remarkable 89.45m throw, which was his only successful attempt during the competition. This marks India’s fifth medal at these Olympics. Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem claimed the gold medal, breaking the Olympic record with an impressive 92.97m throw on his second attempt. This victory gave Pakistan its first Olympic medal in 32 years and made Arshad the third individual from the country to win an Olympic medal. India’s Day 13 at the Olympics concluded with a boost to…

Amidst the escalating unrest in Bangladesh, the Hindu Janajagruti Samiti (HJS) has issued a fervent appeal to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to prioritize the safety and security of the Hindu community and their places of worship. The organization has further called for robust diplomatic action, including a formal complaint to the United Nations, to address the deteriorating situation. In a strongly worded statement, HJS National Spokesperson Ramesh Shinde expressed grave concern over the escalating violence, which he characterized as a transition from anti-government protests to targeted attacks against the Hindu minority. Shinde painted a grim picture of the situation, highlighting…

The holy month of Shravan, a time of profound devotion and spiritual awakening, holds a special place in the hearts of many, including television actors Devoleena Bhattacharjee, Neelu Vaghela, and Lakshay Khurana. For Devoleena Bhattacharjee, the star of “Chhathi Maiyya Ki Bitiya,” Shravan is an unparalleled period of spiritual enrichment. She describes her deep-rooted devotion to Lord Shiva, a connection that intensifies during this sacred month. Beginning each day with fervent prayers, she expresses unwavering faith in the power of devotion to fulfill her wishes. Shravan, she believes, is a time of divine grace and unwavering support. Neelu Vaghela, portraying…

Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare and Rural Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, has unveiled significant investment plans aimed at transforming the agricultural sector. The government is set to allocate approximately $2.15 billion (Rs. 18,000 crore) to develop 100 export clusters for agriculture and another $810.7 million (Rs. 6,800 crore) to boost self-sufficiency in pulse production. Chouhan acknowledged the challenges facing agriculture but is committed to finding solutions through open dialogue with farmers and their associations. He emphasized that political parties should not view farmers solely as a vote bank but rather engage in meaningful discussions to address their issues.…

President Droupadi Murmu has expressed India’s eagerness to collaborate with Fiji to strengthen their partnership and achieve mutual prosperity. In her address to the Fijian Parliament, she highlighted India’s commitment to supporting Fiji in its priority areas, aiming to build a more robust, resilient, and prosperous nation together. Murmu emphasized that, as India continues to make its mark on the global stage, the two countries should leverage their partnership for the benefit of their peoples. President Murmu noted the growing collaboration between India and Fiji across various sectors, including healthcare, manufacturing, research, and renewable energy. She underscored the close relationship…

Indian Air Force Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla has been selected as the lead astronaut for the forthcoming Indo-US mission to the International Space Station (ISS), according to an announcement from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). This decision follows the agreement made between India and the US during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit in June 2023, which outlined a collaborative ISRO-NASA mission to the ISS. To achieve this joint mission, ISRO’s Human Space Flight Centre (HSFC) has signed a Space Flight Agreement with NASA’s service provider, Axiom Space Inc., for the Axiom-4 mission. According to ISRO, a National Mission…

During External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s recent visit to Laos, a special commemorative postage stamp set featuring Lord Ram from Ayodhya was jointly released by India and Laos. This stamp set is notable for being the first in the world to depict Shri Ram Lalla of Ayodhya. Jaishankar, who was in Laos for ASEAN meetings, shared on X that he, along with Lao PDR’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Saleumxay Kommasith, unveiled this unique stamp set. The stamps honor the cultural connections between the Ramayana and Buddhism that bind the two nations. The set includes two stamps: one depicting…

Kanak Jha, the 24-year-old Indian American table tennis sensation, is making waves at the Paris Olympics. Previously seen at the Rio and Tokyo Games, Jha has now shattered records, becoming the first male American table tennis player to reach the round of 16 since 1992, a feat last achieved by Jimmy Butler. Remarkably, he is the only US player in this year’s event. Jha’s journey in Paris has been nothing short of spectacular. His Olympic campaign kicked off with a dramatic victory over Korea’s Cho Daeseong, the 20th-ranked player in the world, defeating him 4-2. This win was especially impressive…

In the first quarter of FY25, India has seen strong growth in the production of crucial minerals such as iron ore and limestone, following record-breaking output in FY24. Iron ore and limestone together make up about 80% of the value of total MCDR mineral production. In FY24, production levels reached 275 million metric tons (MMT) for iron ore and 450 MMT for limestone. This increase is attributed to high demand from industries including steel and cement, reflecting ongoing robust economic activity in sectors like energy, infrastructure, construction, automotive, and machinery. Provisional figures for the non-ferrous metal sector reveal a 1.2%…