IIT Madras has received a donation of ₹228 crore from alumnus Dr Krishna Chivukula – the largest in its history and one of the largest ever for an educational instution in India. Kaviraj Nair, chief executive at the Office of Institutional Advancement at IIT Madras said, “We are profoundly grateful to Dr Krishna Chivukula for his extraordinary generosity and unwavering… Continue reading "Alumnus donates ₹228 crore to IIT-Madras"
The situation in Bangladesh is evolving and New Delhi is monitoring the status of minorities, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar informed Rajya Sabha on Tuesday. Speaking on the situation in Bangladesh, Jaishankar said, “Our understanding is that after a meeting with leaders of security establishments, PM Sheikh Hasina apparently made the decision to resign. At very short notice, she requested… Continue reading "Bangladesh Crisis: S Jaishankar says India monitoring situation"
President Droupadi Murmu received the Companion of the Order of Fiji, its highest civilian award, during her ongoing visit to the country. Fijian President Ratu Wiliame Maivalili Katonivere conferred the award on her, acknowledging the strong relationship between India and Fiji. During her visit, Murmu addressed the Fijian Parliament, reaffirming India’s willingness to collaborate with Fiji on projects that benefit… Continue reading "President Droupadi Murmu receives Fiji’s highest civilian award"
The financial markets in India and elsewhere on Monday were rattled by developments in the US and Japan, two of the world’s leading economies with significant ties to the global financial system. Concerns about a potential recession in the US, driven by disappointing jobs data, and the unwinding of yen carry trades, prompted by an interest rate hike in Japan,… Continue reading "Indian stock market investors lose Rs 15 lakh crore as US recession fears hit global markets badly"
Amid the ongoing rescue operations in Wayanad following the devastating landslides, a third-standard student penned a heartfelt note to the Indian Army, expressing gratitude for their efforts in rescuing people from the debris and his aspiration to “join the army one day” to protect the nation. The Southern Command of the Indian Army responded, saying they are “eagerly waiting for… Continue reading "Class 3 from Kerala boy writes letter on rescue efforts in Wayanad"
Chinese Premier Li Qiang has sent a message to Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveying condolences to the families of the deceased in the landslides at Wayanad in Kerala. “On August 3, Premier Li Qiang sent a message of condolence to PM Modi on the landslides in Kerala. Li Qiang said that he was shocked to learn that a landslide disaster… Continue reading "Wayanad tragedy: Chinese premier sends condolence message to PM Modi"
The Supreme Court on Friday stayed the vigilance probe ordered by the Madras High Court into the assets of police and government officials allegedly involved in the firing on those protesting against Sterlite copper smelting plant in Tamil Nadu’s Thoothukudi in 2018 over pollution concerns. A three-judge bench, presided by CJI D Y Chandrachud and comprising Justices J B Pardiwala… Continue reading "Sterlite firing: SC stays HC order for DVAC probe"
Fishermen associations in Rameswaram have launched an indefinite strike following the death of a fisherman and the detention of two others by the Sri Lankan Navy, vowing to resume work only after their grievances are addressed by both the Tamil Nadu and Union governments. The decision came after an urgent meeting of fishermen on Friday. The associations decided to boycott… Continue reading "Rameshwaram fishermen begin indefinite strike"
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Friday urged Governors to play the role of “an effective bridge” between the Centre and the state. He asked them to interact with people and social organisations in a manner that co-opts the underprivileged. The Prime Minister made these remarks at the two-day Conference of Governors that began Friday morning at the Rashtrapati Bhavan. In her… Continue reading "Governor should be a bridge between Centre and State: PM Modi at Conference of Governors"
Rescuers raced against time under harsh conditions to search for survivors trapped in collapsed buildings, two days after massive landslides struck Kerala’s Wayanad district, with the death toll (Unofficial figures) climbing to nearly 300 on Thursday. With above 200 people missing, the toll is expected to rise further. While some unconfirmed reports suggested 276 fatalities, Kerala Revenue Minister K Rajan… Continue reading "Rescue operations continue in Wayanad, death toll nears 300"