Paris: The Eiffel Tower adorned with the Olympic rings ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics

Paris Olympics 2024: Amid controversy over Sindhu's saree, spectacular opening envelopes it

The 2024 Paris Olympics began with PV Sindhu and Sharath Kamal leading the Indian team, amid controversy over Sindhu's saree. The opening ceremony showcased French culture with performances by Lady Gaga and Céline Dion. India's rower Balraj Panwar advanced to the repechages in the men's singles scull competition. Amid other sports news, NASA shared stunning images of Paris from space as the Olympics began. Jul 27, 2024
Boost to Aatmanirbharta: Govt releases new list of 346 indigenous defence items

Defence Ministry Boosts Indigenous Production with New List Of 346 Defence Items

In a significant stride towards self-reliance in defence production, the Ministry of Defence has unveiled the fifth Positive Indigenisation List (PIL) comprising 346 defence items. This initiative is a part of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat campaign, aimed at promoting domestic manufacturing and reducing import dependence. Jul 16, 2024
Amarnath

Amarnath Yatra Pilgrims to Enjoy Improved Telecom Connectivity Along Yatra Routes

The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) announced a significant upgrade in the telecom infrastructure on July 8, 2024, aimed at ensuring seamless mobile connectivity for pilgrims participating in the Amarnath Yatra. This initiative is a collaborative effort with major telecom service providers (TSPs) including Airtel, BSNL, and Reliance Jio. The upgrade is designed to provide continuous coverage along the Yatra routes. Jul 8, 2024