World Oceans Day is celebrated every year on 8 June to create awareness among people regarding the significance of oceans, and the importance of preserving and conserving oceanic resources.
World Oceans Day is a necessary reminder to realise and appreciate the contribution of oceans in our lives, from providing food to regulating and supporting biodiversity and the climate.
World Brain Tumour Day, observed on June 8, raises awareness about brain tumours. From date to history, here is everything you need to know about this day.
World Brain Tumour Day is a significant global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about brain tumours and supporting those affected by this challenging condition. Brain tumours pose a complex and often life-altering journey for patients, their families, and caregivers. This special day serves as a platform to highlight the impact of brain tumours, share vital information, promote early detection, and inspire hope through advancements in research, treatment options, and support networks. Join us as we delve into the date, significance and history of World Brain Tumour Day.
The Indian Navy will participate in a commemorative event to mark 130 years of the start of the struggle against apartheid at the Pietermaritzburg, Railway Station near Durban.
INS Trishul, a frontline warship of the Indian Navy is visiting Durban from 6 to 9 Jun 23 to commemorate the 130th anniversary of the 7th Jun 1893 incident at Pietermaritzburg, Railway Station.
Germany and India are closing in on a deal to build diesel submarines for Indian waters as Russia’s prolonged war in Ukraine has pushed the Indian government to expand its sources of military hardware beyond its top supplier, according to a report by Bloomberg. Thyssenkrupp AG’s marine arm and India’s Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited are likely to jointly bid for an estimated $5.2 billion project to build six submarines for the Indian navy, said the report.
World Bank expects growth in India to slowdown further to 6.3% in the financial year FY 2023/24 (April to March). This is a 0.3 percentage point downward revision from the previous estimates of 6.6%. The international financial institution attributes constrained private consumption due to high inflation as the main reason for slowdown. Nevertheless, it expects India to continue to be among the fastest-growing economy.
In its Global Global Economic Prospects report, World Bank explained that the slowdown is attributed to private consumption being constrained by high inflation and rising borrowing costs, while government consumption is impacted by fiscal consolidation.
The Central government on Tuesday granted permission for 2,000 Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) to open Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Kendras, in a move aimed at increasing access to affordable medicines across the country.
The decision was announced following a meeting between Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, and Minister of Chemicals and Fertilizers Mansukh S. Mandaviya, in New Delhi.
New Delhi, Jun 6 (PTI) State-owned NHPC Ltd has signed an agreement with the Maharashtra government for setting up four pumped storage energy projects with 7,350 megawatt (MW) capacity in the state.
The memorandum of understanding (MoU) has been signed with the Department of Energy, Government of Maharashtra for setting up pumped storage schemes and other renewable energy source projects, NHPC said in a statement.
The James Webb Space Telescope of NASA has shared a picture showing over 45,000 galaxies in one frame. The telescope captured the image as part of the JWST Advanced Deep Extragalactic Survey programme.
Tel Aviv [Israel], June 6 (ANI/TPS): Israel has begun conducting initial tests of autonomous drones that could one day serve as public transportation.
A series of tests and experimental flights were conducted throughout Israel over the past week by 11 companies, in the context of Israel’s National Drone Initiative.
Haryana will launch a special campaign to raise awareness about door-to-door waste collection and segregation.
Urban Local Bodies Minister, Dr. Kamal Gupta said this is a part of government's continuous efforts to transform every city in the state into a 'Clean City-Safe City'.
Dr. Kamal Gupta was presiding over a review meeting held at Chandigarh today. The meeting was attended by Municipal Corporation Commissioners, District Municipal Commissioners, and officers of the Urban Local Bodies Department (ULB).