Fact vs fiction: From water use to engine safety, facts behind India’s E20 fuel programme
New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) As India expands its Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme, a series of claims surrounding E20 fuel have gained traction on social media, raising concerns over water consumption, food security, vehicle performance, engine…
135th Durand Cup to kick off with a blockbuster Kolkata Derby
Kolkata, July 3 (IANS) The 135th edition of the prestigious Durand Cup will commence with the enactment of one of Indian football’s greatest rivalries as record 17-time champion Mohun Bagan Super Giant take on 16-time winner East Bengal FC in the…
Seven Indian startups to receive Rs 30 lakh each, post-funding mentoring: Ministry
New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) Seven Indian startups — selected under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)-backed FICCI Mercedes-Benz Bharat Innovation & Business Ideas Challenge Programme — will receive…
One month into CM Shivakumar’s tenure, Karnataka yet to expand Cabinet as 20 berths remain vacant
Bengaluru, July 3 (IANS) One month after D.K. Shivakumar assumed office as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, the state continues to function with only 13 ministers, leaving 20 Cabinet berths vacant despite the Council of Ministers being permitted to have…
Indian medical team continues to win hearts in earthquake-hit Venezuela
Caracas, July 3 (IANS) As India continues to provide medical assistance to the people in earthquake-hit Venezuela under ‘Operation Amistad’, a survivor with multiple fractures described the treatment being provided at the Field Hospital…
‘No mental baggage’: Hussain urges fearless England ahead of T20 World Cup final against Australia
New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) England must shed the psychological scars of recent defeats to Australia and embrace a fresh mindset if they are to end their rivals’ dominance in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup final, former England captain Nasser…
Sports Associations in Kerala to go under audit lens
Thiruvananthapuram, July 3 (IANS) Signalling an uncompromising approach to cleaning up the state’s sports administration, new Sports Minister O.J. Janeesh has ordered a comprehensive audit of every sports association recognised by the Kerala State…
CM Rekha Gupta announces ‘Clean Air, Healthy Delhi’ project with World Bank
New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced on Friday that the government is set to launch a Rs 8,300 crore, seven-year ‘Clean Air, Healthy Delhi’ project to tackle air pollution with support from the World Bank and other…
Probe ordered after woman delivers baby at Vidisha hospital gate; newborn critical
Vidisha (Madhya Pradesh), July 3 (IANS) A woman delivered a premature baby at the main gate of the District Hospital in Madhya Pradesh’s Vidisha on Thursday night after her family alleged that she did not receive timely medical attention despite being…
After 15 years of delays, disputes and setbacks, Rajasthan’s mega refinery finally ready for launch
Jaipur, July 3 (IANS) The HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (HRRL) at Pachpadra in Rajasthan’s Balotra district is finally set to become operational after a 15-year journey marked by political controversies, land acquisition disputes, repeated…