Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday congratulated Asian Games medallists, praising the performance of "phenomenal" Tajinderpal Singh Toor and "unstoppable" Avinash Sable in shot put and steeplechase events respectively.

While Toor defended his title with an amazing final throw to beat back the challenge from his Saudi Arabian rival, Sable became the first Indian man to win the gold medal in 3000 m steeplechase at the Asian Games.

Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh has said that India’s stature in space research is growing day-by-day and is now competing with the space elites. Felicitating ISRO scientists at an event in New Delhi yesterday, Dr. Singh said, ISRO is now considered a leading space agency in the world despite the time advantage NASA and other Space agencies once enjoyed. He added that countries like the US and Russia who once looked down on India now want to partner up.
The Minister said that India enjoyed the additional benefit of the country’s rich traditional knowledge. He highlighted, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s work in promoting space research has increased transparency and boosted its popularity amongst citizens.

Addressing the gathering, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said that India needs co-operation from dedicated individuals and organizations to lead in the science and technology sector.

The “largest” statue of B R Ambedkar outside India is all set to be unveiled in Maryland on October 14, the organisers have said.

The 19-foot statue, named “Statue of Equality”, has been made by renowned artist and sculptor Ram Sutar, who also built the statue of Sardar Patel installed in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

The statue of Ambedkar, the key architect of India's Constitution, is part of the Ambedkar International Center (AIC) being built on 13 acres of land in Accokeek city of Maryland.

The International Day of Non-Violence, observed on October 2 every year, is dedicated to honouring Gandhian principles. The day is observed on the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and reflects upon his philosophy and commitment to non-violence as a means of social and political change.

Gandhi’s birth anniversary holds immense importance due to his central role in India’s fight for Independence from British rule. Guided by non-violence and peaceful resistance, he inspired millions of Indians to achieve Independence through peaceful protests, boycotts, and hunger strikes.

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, also known as Mahatma Gandhi and the Father of the Nation, was born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, Gujarat. On the occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, leaders across party lines paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at the Rajghat in Delhi. (Photo by Nandagopal Rajan)

President Droupadi Murmu paid tributes to Gandhi and said that his thoughts were not 'merely idle musings, but an outcome of his sustained practice'. (PTI)

My literary hero, the Kenyan author Ngugi wa Thiong’o, once said that for most writers (and publishers), heaven is divided into French, German, Spanish and English. Since 2014, when he delivered that speech, a powerful stream has opened another gate into paradise. This force, which has always operated in the building blocks of knowledge, but not properly recognised for what it is, he described as the language of languages: translation.

Heaven now has more than four lanes. Through this medium flows the novelty of experiences from translated languages. A bit of a shock to the literary system which still has some difficulty accepting even the possibility that there might be riches stored in languages other than what a European heaven has to offer.

During a meeting of the Ayush department on Friday, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath provided directions for the formation of an integrated Ayush Board in the state for the management of institutions related to Ayurveda, Unani, Homeopathy, Siddha, Naturopathy, and Yoga practices, as well as the registration of doctors associated with these methods.

Chief Minister Yogi said, “At present three separate boards are operating regarding Ayurvedic, Unani and Homeopathy medical practices. It is now necessary to integrate all these under one board, giving them a unified look. This will not only streamline the establishment and development of new institutions but will also simplify the registration process for qualified doctors.”

Former chairman of the Gujarat Public Service Commission (GPSC) Dr. Dinesh Dasa was on Friday appointed as a member of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC).

On Friday, he also joined and took the oath of Office and Secrecy as a Member. The Oath was administered by Chairman, UPSC Dr. Manoj Soni.

Dr. Dasa served as the Chairman of GPSC from February 2016- January 2022. During his tenure, the commission processed 827 advertisements to recruit 26,116 officers in which total 62 lakh candidates were registered and participated.

The Minister for Development of North East Region, Tourism, and Culture, G. Kishan Reddy, yesterday launched India's first 5G training labs and 5G applications in Health sector in all the North Eastern States. Addressing the gathering virtually in New Delhi, the Minister emphasised the significance of this ambitious stride toward establishing a vibrant 5G digital ecosystem in the North East region.

Mr. Reddy highlighted how this technological advancement would unlock vast opportunities for growth and contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals 2030. He further added that with a burgeoning 5G market, North Eastern States will be able to tap into this opportunity and enhance public delivery of services. Mr Reddy further affirmed the Government's steadfast commitment to establishing the North East as India's new growth engine, with over five lakh crore rupees invested in connectivity and infrastructure development in the region over the past nine and a half years.

Umling La, the world’s highest motorable road situated at a height of 19,024 feet, has scored a world record by successfully hosting an international fashion show at the highest altitude, officials said. The show was held Thursday under Vibrant Ladakh Festival in which models from 14 nations from across the world participated.

The event was organised by the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council in partnership with Ladakh Art and Entertainment Alliance and was supported by Indian Army and Border Roads Organisation. Two Ladakhi models were among those who walked the runway at record height. The Umling La fashion show was aimed at promoting 'one world one family' creed of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam', as well as the highly valued GI tagged Pashmina of Ladakh, the show’s organisers said. The costumes donned by the models introduced a colour palette which reflected the spring and summer hues and also showcased pashmina products produced in the Changthang region, they said.