New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) As many as 833 non-compliant Grossly Polluting Industries (GPIs) along the Ganga and its tributaries were issued closure directions by state pollution agencies in the last five years, the Lok Sabha was informed on Monday.In 2024, a total of 98 such industries were issued closure directions. A maximum of 80 such industries were situated in Uttarakhand, followed by eight in West Bengal, seven in Bihar and three in Uttar Pradesh.A total of 239 such GPIs were issued closure d…
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Mumbai, Feb 9 (IANS) India’s star batter KL Rahul struck a superb 24th first-class century to guide Karnataka to a memorable four-wicket victory over 42-time champions Mumbai in the Ranji Trophy 2025–26 quarterfinal at the Sharad Pawar Cricket Academy, BKC, on Monday.Chasing a mammoth target of 325 runs in the fourth innings against Mumbai’s experienced bowling attack, Karnataka were off to a poor start as opener Mayank Agarwal was dismissed in the second over by captain Shardul Thakur.Dev…
New Delhi, Feb 9 (IANS) The National Biodiversity Authority (NBA) has disbursed Rs 45.05 lakh as benefit-sharing amount with more than 90 Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs) across 10 States and two Union Territories, an official said on Monday.The benefit-sharing amount was generated from the commercial use of various biological resources, including certain insects, microorganisms found in soil and water and cultivated Red Sanders in these states.The disbursal to benefit claimers through …
Sonipat, Feb 7 (IANS) The Kabaddi Champions League produced a fitting finale at a jam-packed Sports University of Haryana, Rai, as Rohtak Royals edged past Bhiwani Bulls 32–30 in a nerve-shredding summit clash to be crowned the inaugural champions of KCL. On the mat, the final lived up to the billing. Devank Dalal opened the scoring for Bhiwani Bulls with a bonus point, but Vijay Malik and Rakesh Singh responded strongly for Rohtak Royals with sharp raids and calculated aggression. Early domin…
New Delhi, Feb 7 (IANS) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has directed that the Hindi film ‘Godaan’ be made tax-free in the state, citing its strong emphasis on Indian culture, rural life, farmer traditions, and the importance of cow protection. The move is aimed at encouraging socially meaningful cinema and ensuring wider public access to films that reflect India’s cultural and ethical values.The film, which was released nationwide on February 6, highlights the religious, social,…
Nainital, Feb 7 (IANS) Anagh Saxena, a participant in the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue 2026, on Saturday welcomed the Union Budget 2026 and said that suggestions put forward by young leaders have been reflected in the government’s financial road map, expressing gratitude to the Modi government for acknowledging youth perspectives.Saxena, a resident of Uttarakhand’s Nainital, said that the aspirations and policy proposals presented by young Indians during the Viksit Bharat Young Le…
Bhopal/Dehradun, Feb 5 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Thursday that Adi Shankaracharya made an immensely significant contribution to elevate Sanatan culture to new heights and shared a special bond with the land of Madhya Pradesh. Chief Minister Yadav made this statement, addressing the ‘Sant Sammelan’ organised during the ‘Pratima Pran Pratishtha’ at the Gurudev Samadhi Mandir by the Samanvay Seva Trust in Haridwar.He said that with the objective of ensuring the eterna…
New Delhi, Feb 5 (IANS) Delhiites began Thursday morning with air quality in the ‘poor’ category, even as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted a clear sky along with shallow fog. As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the national Capital’s average Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 279 at 6:00 am. The reading showed a noticeable improvement from Wednesday, when the city’s air quality was recorded in the ‘very poor’ range with an average AQI of 339.Among the …
Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Feb 4 (IANS) The Prime Minister’s Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFMPE) scheme is emerging as a major support system for small and household-level food entrepreneurs in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district, helping them modernise businesses and become self-reliant. Implemented by the Central government, the PMFMPE scheme aims to formalise micro food processing units across the country by providing financial assistance, skill development, and market supp…
Dehradun, Feb 4 (IANS) Moving a step further towards the abolition of the Madrasa Board, the Uttarakhand government has set up a State Minority Education Authority that will preside over all minority educational institutions and regulate their functions, ranging from formulating the course curriculum to setting guidelines. According to officials, the Pushkar Dhami government is set to abolish the Madrasa Board from July 2026, and all its functions will be taken over by the new minority education…