New Delhi, March 12: Indian Railways is modernizing its freight logistics by integrating first-mile pick-up, mid-mile transportation, and last-mile delivery for parcels. The South Central Railway has launched the pilot phase of its app-based ‘Rail Parcel’ platform across 17 stations in seven major cities, including Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Vijayawada, Guntur, Rajahmundry, Bengaluru, and Chennai, making parcel…
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New Delhi, Mar 12: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday attended the 8th convocation ceremony of Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women (IGDTUW), congratulating the graduating students and encouraging them to use their knowledge and skills to contribute to society and the nation. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said a convocation marks…
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Mumbai, Mar 12: Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, a crude oil tanker carrying supplies for India has safely arrived at Mumbai Port after navigating the strategically sensitive Strait of Hormuz. The vessel is the first India-bound tanker to complete the journey since maritime traffic in the region faced disruption due to the ongoing…
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New Delhi, Mar 12: President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday emphasised the need to increase the participation of women in policy formulation, decision-making and leadership roles within the agriculture sector. Addressing the inaugural session of the Global Conference on the Role of Women in Agri-Food Systems (GCWAS-2026) in New Delhi, the President highlighted the crucial contribution of…
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New Delhi, Mar 12: Indian Railways has begun deploying advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to improve operational efficiency and strengthen safety across its vast railway network through smart monitoring systems. As part of the initiative, the Research Designs and Standards Organisation (RDSO) is developing the TRI-Netra system, designed to assist locomotive pilots during…
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Mumbai, Mar 12: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday said the state government will ensure the availability of funds for land acquisition required for major infrastructure projects, particularly those aimed at addressing traffic congestion in the Pune–Pimpri Chinchwad region. Speaking in the legislative assembly during a discussion on traffic management in the rapidly expanding…
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New Delhi, Mar 12:Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi said the International Solar Alliance (ISA) has emerged as a powerful global platform promoting solar energy and strengthening international cooperation for a clean energy future. Speaking at the ISA Foundation Day celebrations in New Delhi on March 11, Joshi highlighted the growing global…
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New Delhi, Mar 12: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday reaffirmed that the functioning of the Lower House is guided strictly by established rules and procedures, stating that parliamentary proceedings will continue to be conducted in a fair and impartial manner. Addressing members in the House, Birla said the institution operates on clearly defined regulations…
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New Delhi, Mar 12: A tragic incident in West Asian waters claimed the life of an Indian seafarer after an oil tanker linked to a US company was struck during a violent attack near Iraq. The incident forced an emergency response operation in which the remaining crew were safely removed from the vessel. Officials confirmed…
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New Delhi, March 12: The security situation in the Strait of Hormuz has turned highly volatile after multiple vessels came under attack, raising concerns over global energy supplies and maritime safety in one of the world’s busiest oil transit routes. Despite the escalating tensions, two tankers operated by the Shipping Corporation of India – Pushpak…
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