V Narayanan will become the new chairman of Isro on January 14. Rising from humble beginnings, the son of a farmer, he has been pivotal in developing cryogenic engines vital for India's Chandrayaan missions. A rocket and spacecraft propulsion expert with an M.Tech and Ph.D., Narayanan aims to elevate Isro further.
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Riding the wave of success from the Bihar Business Connect 2024, the Bihar government is planning to establish special industrial zones across the state. These zones, tailored to each district's strengths, will focus on specific agricultural produce, existing handicraft industries, and labor availability. The state aims to convert MoUs worth Rs 1.81 lakh crore into actual investments within a year.
Mallikarjun Kharge accuses BJP governments of discrimination against deprived sections, citing recent cases of Dalit and tribal abuse in BJP-ruled states. He highlights instances of violence and neglect and condemns such acts under the Modi government, pledging Congress's opposition to these actions.
Union minister Nitin Gadkari announced that nearly 5,000 youths have left Naxalism in Maharashtra’s Gadchiroli district, joined the mainstream, and many have found employment. He predicted the district will become the highest revenue generator in five years, emphasizing the need for addressing unemployment, malnutrition, and education for societal transformation.
The Delhi government has declared February 12, 2025, as a public holiday in observance of Guru Ravidas Jayanti, per an official notification. This announcement from the General Administration Department nullifies the previously declared restricted holiday for the same occasion. Government offices, autonomous bodies, and public undertakings in Delhi will remain closed on this day.
The Indian rupee (INR) depreciated by 2.9 per cent in the first nine months of FY25, performing better than other currencies like the Canadian dollar, South Korean won, and Brazilian real, which depreciated more significantly. The INR's movement is influenced by factors such as global economic trends, crude prices, interest rates, and geopolitical tensions. The nominal effective exchange rate (Neer) remained stable, while the real effective exchange rate (Reer) steadily appreciated.
A CBI special court in Chhattisgarh has discharged former CM Bhupesh Baghel from all charges in the sleaze CD case. Baghel, his former adviser Vinod Verma, and Kailash Murarka appeared in court, which found no basis for prosecution. The case was linked to an alleged sex CD involving ex-minister Rajesh Munat.
Photojournalist SL Shanth Kumar of TOI documents the profound faith and determination experienced at the Maha Kumbh Mela. Despite facing chaos, a stampede, and immense challenges, his journey highlights the pilgrimage's spiritual and cultural essence, culminating in capturing captivating moments of spirituality and human connection.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the Congress of fostering Naxalism due to decades-long policies in backward regions, neglecting tribal communities’ needs. During his visit to Chhattisgarh, he inaugurated development projects worth Rs 33,700 crore, highlighting significant progress in housing and education under BJP's governance.