January,7, 2025: A powerful earthquake measuring 6.8 on the Richter scale struck the northern foothills of the Himalayas near one of Tibet’s most sacred cities on Tuesday, resulting in at least 53 deaths. The tremors caused widespread shaking across neighboring countries, including Nepal, Bhutan, and India. The earthquake, which occurred at 9:05 a.m. (0105 GMT),…
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Chennai, Jan 7, 2025: After achieving a significant breakthrough in cultivating crops in space, ISRO has announced that leaves have begun to emerge from the plants. This crop cultivation experiment is part of the 24 scientific experiments launched aboard the POEM-4, the fourth stage of the PSLV-C60. The mission also carried two Spadex Satellites for…
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New Delhi, January 6 – Haryana Chief Minister, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, extended his greetings to the people of the state on the occasion of 358th Prakash Utsav (birth anniversary) of Guru Gobind Singh Ji. He expressed immense pride in the supreme sacrifice made by Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s Sahibzadas (sons), who gave their lives…
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New Delhi, Jan 6 – Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Monday inaugurated a government school in Kirari and called it a significant milestone in the region’s development. The 68-classroom school is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and will operate in two shifts, accommodating around 2,000 students in each shift. It boasts modern laboratories, including biology and…
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Hyderabad, Jan 6, 2025: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the cutting-edge Cherlapally Railway Terminal virtually on Monday. Built at an investment of Rs 413 crore, this terminal is designed to offer airport-like amenities and efficiency, marking a major leap in Telangana’s railway infrastructure development. The terminal features modern facilities, including six escalators, seven lifts, separate…
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Liverpool, Jan 6, 2025: Manchester United showcased a resilience and fighting spirit under new manager Ruben Amorim that had been noticeably absent in previous matches. This spirit was on full display as they earned a hard-fought point against Premier League leaders Liverpool. The Red Devils were desperate to avoid suffering four consecutive league defeats, something…
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New Delhi, Jan 6, 2025: ENGIE, a global leader in low-carbon and energy solutions, has announced plans to significantly boost its renewable energy portfolio in India, aiming for a target of 7 GW by 2030. This initiative aligns with India’s ambitious goal of achieving “Net Zero Carbon” by 2045. ENGIE has been a prominent player…
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Srinagar, Jan 6, 2025: Weather conditions have improved across the Kashmir Valley after recent snowfall, allowing flight operations at Srinagar International Airport to resume on Monday, following their suspension on Sunday, as per official reports. “The runway has been cleared of snow, and visibility is now optimal. Air Traffic Control (ATC) is ready to clear…
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New Delhi, Jan 6, 2025: India’s services sector witnessed robust growth in December 2024, achieving the fastest expansion in four months, fueled by strong demand and easing inflationary pressures, according to a private survey released on Monday. The S&P Global India Services Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), compiled by HSBC, surged to 59.3 in December, up…
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Washington DC, January 6, 2025: The World Bank (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, IBRD, rated Aaa/AAA) has successfully issued its first benchmark bond for 2025—a landmark Australian dollar (AUD) 1.75 billion 5-year Sustainable Development Bond. Maturing on January 10, 2030, the bond underscores the World Bank’s ongoing commitment to funding green and social initiatives…
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