The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting of India has appointed Shri Prasoon Joshi, an acclaimed lyricist and communications expert, as the new Chairman of Prasar Bharati, India's public service broadcaster. With a remarkable track record in various creative fields, Joshi is expected to bring a fresh perspective and boost to the entity.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed joy over opening the ‘Sacred Exposition of the Holy Relics of the Tathagata’ in Leh on Buddha Purnima. The exposition features relics excavated from the Piprahwa Stupa in Kapilavastu during the late nineteenth century, showcasing the spiritual legacy of Lord Buddha. Running until May 14
The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) marked its 63rd Foundation Day, with Union Minister Piyush Goyal acknowledging its contributions to India's trade policy. The institute was praised for its extensive impact through education, research, and policy across its campuses in New Delhi, Kolkata, Kakinada, and GIFT City.
The Department of Financial Services (DFS) held a colloquium with Chairpersons of Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunals (DRATs) and Debts Recovery Tribunals (DRTs) to enhance the debt recovery system. Key discussions focused on implementing mandatory e-filing and hybrid hearings to improve efficiency. The colloquium also emphasized digitisation, capacity building, and adopting
India has launched the Cell Broadcast System (CBS) developed by C-DOT to improve disaster response and public safety. Under the guidance of Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah, and launched by Union Minister of Communications Shri Jyotiraditya Scindia, the technology provides real-time, geo-targeted alerts via mobile devices, covering 2G to