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  • Centre reconstitutes Executive and General Council of NIRD

    The Government has reconstituted the Executive and General Council of National Institute of Rural Development (NIRD) Hyderabad with immediate effect for a period of three years. A Notification to this effect has been issued by the Ministry of Rural Development. NIRD is an autonomous organization and through its training and research activities, NIRD endeavours to […]

    Renewable energy providing electricity to over 7000 villages, hamlets

    Over 7000 villages and hamlets of the country have access to electricity through renewable sources of energy. This was revealed by New and Renewable Energy Secretary Deepak Gupta on Thursday while addressing a conference on Renewable Energy for Industry. He said that government is now focusing on utilizing this potential in urban areas and in […]

    BlackBerry provides solution for intercepting messenger services

    BlackBerry on Thursday said it has provided a solution for legally intercepting messenger and internet and email services. But it denied such access on BlackBerry Enterprise Server, saying the company has no ability to provide its customers encryption key. BlackBerry maker Research-in-Motion  said in a statement in New Delhi that the company has now delivered […]

    Govt unveils defence procurement policy & defence procurement procedure 2011

    The Government has reiterated that it wants to make the country a strong defence industrial base. Unveiling the defence procurement policy and defence procurement procedure 2011, the Defence Minister Mr. A.K. Antony said that it is the motto of the government to reduce substantial dependence on foreign supply. The Minister informed that according to new […]

    UP suspends three cops, orders probe against one in Divya case

    The Uttar Pradesh government on Thursday suspended three police officers, lodged an FIR against one of them and ordered inquiry against the then DIG of Kanpur in Divya sexual assault and death case of September last year. “On the basis of the inquiry report submitted by the Crime Branch-CID, suspension of three police officers has […]

    Vigilance probe against former CJI K G Balakrishnan’s kin

    Kerala government on Wednesday ordered a Vigilanace probe against former CJI K G Balakrishnan’s son-in-law P V Sreenijan on charges of amassing disproportionate wealth. State Home Minister Kodiyeri Balakrishnan issued the necessary orders in this regard based on a report given by Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau (VACB) Director in favour of conducting a vigilance probe. […]

    Govt. expresses confidence in controlling inflation: FM

    Government today expressed confidence to reign in inflation. A number of measures in this direction are expected soon. Speaking to reporters in New Delhi this after noon, Finance Minister Mr Pranab Mukherjee said that the situation has been analysed and steps for further action have been identified. The government is likely to announce today a […]

    Commerce and Industry Minister leads high level delegation to Singapore

    The Minister of Commerce and Industry Anand Sharma will be leading a high level delegation to Singapore to inaugurate tomorrow India show which will showcase innovation and expertise of Indian industry and several sectors. Apart from exhibitions in this connection, one-to-one business meetings, symposium on India’s ideas for the world along with cultural evenings have […]

    Navy all set to add brand new tanker INS Deepak to its fleet

    The Indian Navy is all set to add a brand new tanker INS Deepak to its fleet this month enhancing its capabilities as a blue-water navy. With a sister ship, INS Shakti, due to join in June-July, the additions will add a distinct punch. The ship will have a flight deck and have a double […]

    Government to replace Indian Ports Act

    The Shipping Ministry is preparing on a new consolidated legislation to replace the Indian Ports Act. Revealing this Shipping Minister G K Vasan today said his ministry is also taking series of initiatives to increase the operational proficiency of ports in the country. Outlining policy measures, while launching the maritime agenda 2010-20, Mr Vasan said […]