New Delhi: In a major boost to India’s nuclear infrastructure, the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) and the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) have jointly inaugurated the country’s first-ever private sector test facility for upgrading depleted heavy water. The facility has been established by TEMA India, a leading manufacturer of specialized engineering equipment. […]
In a significant move toward digital governance and streamlined urban planning, the Agartala Municipal Corporation (AMC) is gearing up to introduce a fully online Building Plan Approval System (OBPAS). A major feature of this new system is its integration with the Airports Authority of India’s (AAI) clearance process, making it compulsory for buildings within designated
As the sun sets over Ladakh’s barren Himalayan expanse, 32-year-old Tsering Dolma guides a small herd of yaks into a stone corral, her infant son strapped to her back. On these wind-blown high-altitude plains, where sparse grass merges into gravel and jagged mountains, herders like Dolma are becoming a rare sight. For generations, Ladakh’s yak
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New Delhi: India is currently working on three distinct types of small modular reactors (SMRs), one of which is specifically aimed at hydrogen production, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh informed the Rajya Sabha on Thursday. These reactors are intended mainly for use as captive power sources for energy-intensive industries, as part of the country’s broader
The ambitious Zojila Tunnel project in Jammu and Kashmir, which promises year-round connectivity between Srinagar and Ladakh, has encountered delays and is now expected to be completed by February 2028, two years beyond its original target of 2026. Strategically situated at an altitude of 11,578 feet, the Zojila Tunnel is under construction in one of
Starlink is nearing its much-anticipated debut in India, and new details have emerged regarding its pricing, speed, and user availability. According to the Press Trust of India (PTI) report, Starlink plans to offer high-speed satellite internet at a starting monthly rate of around ₹3,000. However, the rollout will be initially limited to 20 lakh users
LEH – In a landmark step toward environmental protection, the Union Territory of Ladakh has launched a mission-mode clean-up campaign along the Indus River, stretching from Upshi to Phey, with a firm stance of “Zero Tolerance Against Pollution.” The initiative was inaugurated during a high-level meeting chaired by UT Ladakh Chief Secretary Dr. Pawan Kotwal,
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Following its independence in 1947, India took decisive steps to modernize its air force, shifting from propeller-driven aircraft like the Spitfire and Tempest to the cutting-edge world of jet aviation. Leading this transition was the de Havilland Vampire, the first jet fighter to serve in the Indian Air Force (IAF). Inducted in 1948, the Vampire
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Ladakh, India (AP) — In the remote and rugged Himalayan region of Ladakh, life is growing increasingly difficult for traditional yak herders. As the sun begins to set, Tsering Dolma leads a dozen yaks into a stone enclosure with her one-year-old child strapped to her back, a routine that reflects the centuries-old lifestyle of her
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Dubai: Minerva Academy Football Club has made history by becoming the first Indian team to win the prestigious Dana Cup in Denmark. The Punjab-based club showcased dominant form throughout the tournament and concluded their remarkable campaign with a commanding 15-0 victory over Malta’s KFF Club in the Under-14 final. This historic win comes just a
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