The Union Cabinet approved the proposal of the Ministry of Power for providing central financial assistance (CFA) of Rs 4,136 crore to North-East States for developing hydropower projects, totalling 15,000 MW capacity over the next 8 years.
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The first Lockheed Martin F-35A fighter jet for the Polish Air Force was rolled out at the Lockheed Martin plant in Fort Worth, Texas.
The first of 32 F-35 aircraft is a purely training model. The first six F-35s will be used to train Polish pilots in the United States.
The full implementation of the contract is scheduled until 2030.
The first of 32 F-35 aircraft is a purely training model. The first six F-35s will be used to train Polish pilots in the United States.
The full implementation of the contract is scheduled until 2030.
The Hellenic Air Force (Greece) landed in Jodhpur, India for the first time for Ex Tarang Shakti. They brought cutting edge F-16C/D Block 52+.
Phase 2 of the Indian Air Force Exercise Tarang Shakti has started in Jodhpur with the participation of friendly foreign countries including the US, Greece, Australia, Japan, UAE and Sri Lanka. Indian Air Force Vice Chief Air Marshal AP Singh was present at the inauguration of Phase 2 of the first-ever multinational exercise being held in India: IAF officials
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Paris Paralympics 2024 Avani Lekhara created history as she clinched a historic gold medal at the women's 10m air rifle standing SH1 in the Paris Paralympics.
Mona Agarwal wins bronze in the same event.
Mona Agarwal wins bronze in the same event.
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Dr. TV Somanathan, IAS takes charge as the Cabinet Secretary of India from Shri Rajiv Gauba, IAS.
The Indian Army launched the first phase of Project NAMAN, in presence of General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff along with Mrs Sunita Dwivedi, President Army Wives Welfare Association (AWWA).
A project designed to provide dedicated support and services to Defence Pensioners, Veterans and their families, Project NAMAN is centred around the implementation of the SPARSH (System for Pension Administration Raksha), digital pension system, which streamlines pension related processes for Defence Pensioners, addressing the critical need for accessible facilitation points for Veterans and Next of Kin (NOK) across the country.
A project designed to provide dedicated support and services to Defence Pensioners, Veterans and their families, Project NAMAN is centred around the implementation of the SPARSH (System for Pension Administration Raksha), digital pension system, which streamlines pension related processes for Defence Pensioners, addressing the critical need for accessible facilitation points for Veterans and Next of Kin (NOK) across the country.
Indian Navy’s frontline frigate, INS Tabar had arrived on a two day visit at Malaga, Spain on 25 Aug 24 and post departure on 27 Aug 24 conducted Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) with Spanish Navy Ship Atalaya in the Mediterranean Sea. India and Spain have been engaging in multiple fields towards enhancing the existing bilateral relations, including maritime domain.
The conduct of MPX between Indian Navy and Spanish Navy in the Mediterranean Sea signifies Indian Navy’s outreach and sustenance, which also marks a significant milestone in the maritime cooperation between India and Spain. The MPX involved a series of advanced exercises such as Station Keeping, Replenishment at Sea Approaches (RASAPs), Flying Exercise (FYEX), Steam Past and PHOTOEX serials. Units from both navies demonstrated high levels of professionalism and commitment to enhance collaborative efforts.
The conduct of MPX between Indian Navy and Spanish Navy in the Mediterranean Sea signifies Indian Navy’s outreach and sustenance, which also marks a significant milestone in the maritime cooperation between India and Spain. The MPX involved a series of advanced exercises such as Station Keeping, Replenishment at Sea Approaches (RASAPs), Flying Exercise (FYEX), Steam Past and PHOTOEX serials. Units from both navies demonstrated high levels of professionalism and commitment to enhance collaborative efforts.
Solar Energy Corporation of India Ltd (SECI), a Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy has been granted the Navratna status on 30th August 2024 by the Ministry of Finance.
Completing its 13 years of incorporation, SECI is a leading CPSE dedicated to the development and expansion of Renewable Energy (RE) capacity in India with a cumulative generation awarded capacity of 69.25 GW and an annual power trading volume upwards of 42 Billion Units. SECI is the foremost Renewable Energy Implementing Agency (REIA) of India which is continuously working towards fulfilling climate goals and striving for sustainable development.
Completing its 13 years of incorporation, SECI is a leading CPSE dedicated to the development and expansion of Renewable Energy (RE) capacity in India with a cumulative generation awarded capacity of 69.25 GW and an annual power trading volume upwards of 42 Billion Units. SECI is the foremost Renewable Energy Implementing Agency (REIA) of India which is continuously working towards fulfilling climate goals and striving for sustainable development.
India's foreign exchange reserves have reached a record high of $681.69 billion, increasing by $7.02 billion as of August 23, according to data released by the Reserve Bank of India on Friday. This marks a significant milestone, surpassing previous records.