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(Search results - 62)Lifestyle NewsApr 15, 2024, 11:44 AM IST
For dreams as big as the skies: Education loans can help you achieve your ambitions
Education loans are a good option if you lack the funds and wish to secure admission in an international university. Let’s compare the different interest rates offered by different banks.
TechApr 5, 2024, 11:22 AM IST
Indian govt issues security advisory for Android, Chrome, and Firefox users
Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has recently issued advisories for Android, Chrome for desktop, and Mozilla Firefox users. The severity of the risks is high, and the threat can affect users nationwide, compromising sensitive data.
India UntoldMar 29, 2024, 9:20 AM IST
For a Greener Future: This young man from Nainital quit his job to plant thousands of trees
Despite facing opposition in the beginning, Chandan Nayal eventually gained the support of people, and planted 53,800 saplings. In recognition of his contributions, the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Government of India, honoured him with the Water Hero Award in 2020.
IndiaMar 28, 2024, 5:21 PM IST
Everything you need to know about India's plan to shift from minimum wage to living wage by 2025
The Indian government and the International Labour Organisation are planning to replace the minimum wage with a living wage by 2025. The initiative aims towards improving living standards in India by providing fair pay. It is a challenging task as minimum wage varies across the nation and can also put small businesses under financial stress. If implemented, the shift can provide decent living and better nutrition and health.
IndiaMar 15, 2024, 12:54 PM IST
Historic Achievement of Jal Jeevan Mission: 75% of households get tap water connection
The initiative ‘Jal Jeevan Mission: Har Ghar Jal’ was launched on 15 August 2019. The project achieved a significant feat on 7 March 2024, with tap water reaching 75 percent of households across the country.
IndiaMar 11, 2024, 2:51 PM IST
Jharkhand's women producing affordable sanitary napkins: Improving menstrual health in India
A group of women in Jharkhand are producing affordable sanitary napkins for low-cost communities. The government has introduced many policies and programmes to provide better menstruation hygiene resources to lead a productive, dignified, and healthy life.
Lifestyle NewsFeb 27, 2024, 4:16 PM IST
Things to Keep in Mind Before Applying for an Education Loan
With the support and benefits of education loans, you can embark on your study-abroad journey and achieve your goals for academic and personal growth.
BiographyJan 20, 2024, 3:34 PM IST
S Jaishankar’s Biography | Birth | Education | Family | Marriage | Political Journey | Facts
Dr Subramanyam Jaishankar is an Indian politician and diplomat. He is a member of the Bharatiya Janta Party. Since 30 May 2019, S Jaishankar has been serving as the Minister of External Affairs of the Government of India.
BiographyJan 19, 2024, 3:02 PM IST
Kiren Rijiju’s Biography | Birth | Education | Family | Marriage | Political Journey | Facts
Kiren Rijiju is an Indian politician. He was elected MP from Arunachal West constituency in the 2004 Lok Sabha elections. Presently, Kiren Rijiju is serving as the Cabinet Minister of Earth Sciences in the Government of India.
BiographyDec 29, 2023, 2:30 PM IST
Rajat Sharma’s Biography | Birth | Education | Family | Marriage | Journalism Career | Awards
Rajat Sharma is an Indian journalist, anchor, and businessman. He works as the chairman and Editor-in-Chief of India TV. In the year 2015, the Government of India honoured him with the prestigious Padma Bhushan award.
BiographyDec 20, 2023, 2:28 PM IST
Dhanraj Pillay’s Biography | Birth | Education | Family | International Championships | Records | Awards
Dhanraj Pillay is a former Indian field hockey player. The Government of India has honoured him with prestigious awards like Arjuna Award, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, and Padmashri.
BiographyDec 19, 2023, 3:20 PM IST
Bajrang Punia’s Biography | Birth | Family | Marriage | Commonwealth Games | Olympic Wins | Awards
Bajrang Punia is an Indian freestyle wrestler. After winning a bronze medal at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics, he was awarded a sum of Rs 30 lakh by the Government of India, Rs 2.5 crore by the Government of Haryana, and Rs 25 lakh by BCCI.
BiographyDec 18, 2023, 2:17 PM IST
Yogeshwar Dutt’s Biography | Birth | Education | Family | Marriage | Olympic Games | Commonwealth Games
Yogeshwar Dutt is an Indian freestyle wrestler. In 2003, he won his wrestling career’s first gold medal at the Commonwealth Games. The Government of India honoured him with the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award in the year 2012. The following year, he was awarded the Padma Shri Award.
India UntoldNov 28, 2023, 8:49 AM IST
Meet Anil Manibhai Naik, the Chairman Emeritus of a company worth Rs 4,19,000 crore
Anil Manibhai Naik (AM Naik) is the Chairman Emeritus of the company Larsen & Toubro. Over the course of his life, Anil Manibhai Naik has donated a significant amount of sum to charitable causes. The Government of India has honoured AM Naik with Padma Vibhushan. Reports suggest that he holds a total of 9 stocks worth more than Rs 171.3 crore.
BiographyNov 27, 2023, 3:54 PM IST
Irrfan Khan’s Biography | Birth | Education | Family | Marriage | Debut | Legacy | Awards | Filmography
Irrfan Khan was a popular Indian actor and producer. He was the first and only Indian actor to be awarded with Academy Awards for the drama films ‘Slumdog Millionaire’ (2008), and ‘Life of Pi’ (2012). In 2011, the Government of India honoured him with the Padma Shri Award.