The Union Budget for the financial year 2024-25 is set to be unveiled in the Lok Sabha on July 23. The Budget Session of Parliament will run from July 22 to August 12. This schedule was announced by Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, on social media platform X (formerly…
Month: July 2024
PM Modi Invites UK’s Keir Starmer to Visit India in Congratulatory Call
Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached out to his UK counterpart, Keir Starmer, on Saturday to congratulate him on his recent election victory and new role as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. During their conversation, Modi invited Starmer to visit India soon. The two leaders reminisced about the historic…
Ministry of Culture Launches Project PARI for the 46th World Heritage Committee Meeting
India has long been a hub of artistic expression, with its public art mirroring the country’s cultural and spiritual diversity. From ancient rock-cut temples to modern street art, India’s landscapes have been adorned with artistic wonders. Art in India has historically been a part of daily life, religious practices, and…
President of India Commemorates the 96th Death Anniversary of Utkalamani Pandit Gopabandhu Das
The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, honored the 96th death anniversary of Utkalamani Pandit Gopabandhu Das at Bhubaneswar, Odisha today (July 6, 2024). During her speech, the President emphasized that the significance of a person’s life lies not in its length but in the quality and impact of their…
“Once Vowing to Remove Nitish Kumar, Now…”
Political strategist Prashant Kishor has sharply criticized Bihar’s Deputy Chief Minister, Samrat Choudhary, accusing him of sacrificing his integrity to hold onto his political position. Speaking at an event in Araria, Kishor pointed out that Choudhary had once vowed to remove Nitish Kumar from his post, symbolically tying a turban…
DPIIT and NCAER Partner to Develop Framework and Assess Logistics Costs in India
The DPIIT, under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has entered into an MoU with NCAER in New Delhi to collaborate on developing and assessing logistics costs in India. This partnership aims to create a detailed framework for nationwide logistics cost assessment, conduct a comprehensive study for the fiscal year…
Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024: Date, History, and a Rare Occurrence After 53 Years!
The annual Rath Yatra, or chariot festival, marks the nine-day visit of the holy trinity to their birthplace at Gundicha Temple. This year, the Puri Jagannath Rath Yatra will be particularly significant due to some rare occurrences. Date: Pulling of chariots will begin at 5 pm on July 7. The…
Divya Kala Mela: A Unique Celebration of Creativity and Talent of Disabled Entrepreneurs at KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, from July 5 to 11, 2024
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, through its Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities and in partnership with the National Handicapped Finance and Development Corporation (NHFDC), is organizing the “Divya Kala Mela” to celebrate the talents of disabled entrepreneurs, artisans, and artists. The event is taking place at…
President of India to Visit Odisha from July 6 to 9
The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, will visit Odisha from July 6 to 9, 2024. July 6: The President will attend the 96th Death Anniversary of Utkalamani Pandit Gopabandhu Das in Bhubaneswar. July 7: The President will witness the Gundicha Jatra (Car Festival) of Lord Jagannath in Puri. July…
Conformity to Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Mandatory for Stainless Steel and Aluminium Utensils
In a significant move to enhance kitchen safety, quality, and efficiency, the Government of India has mandated conformity to the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for stainless steel and aluminium utensils. According to the Quality Control Order issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry…