(The Print) The UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) lauded the role of a Jaipur-based organisation for rehabilitating the disabled during a session at the United Nation’s New York headquarters. The UN invited the founder and the chief patron of Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti (BMVSS), also known as Jaipur Foot, D R Mehta and its president Satish Mehta for the convention which had two sessions. “The purpose of the United nation’s convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is to promote, protect and ensure the full and equal enjoyment of human rights and fundamental…
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(The Hindu) Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh on Wednesday said that till date, over 3.45 lakh cards have been issued under the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY), and 1.67 lakh cards have been issued under the Ayushman Vay Vandana Yojana since both the schemes were rolled out in April. “The prompt issuance of over 3.45 lakh cards is a testament to the Delhi Government’s efficient implementation and the people’s trust in our healthcare initiatives. We are committed to upholding the dignity and well-being of every senior citizen in the capital,” Mr. Singh said. In Delhi, PM-JAY provides beneficiaries…
(HT) Lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday urged devotees to visit in large numbers as foolproof security arrangements are in place for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra and urged the people to visit in large numbers. Sinha, accompanied by senior officers, performed the “Pratham Puja”, which marked the ceremonial beginning of the annual Amarnath Yatra. Sinha also took stock of the arrangements at the Shrine. “I would request all the devotees of Baba Barfani to visit in large numbers for the yatra and pray to Mahadev for the progress of J&K and the nation. SASB and administration have improved the pilgrims’…
(The Print) Chief Minister Omar Abdullah Wednesday said his government is working to improve the experience of tourists coming to Jammu and Kashmir, asserting that visitors who come to the valley should want to return. Abdullah was addressing the Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI) event, ‘Rally for the Valley – Let’s go to Jammu and Kashmir’, a tourism revival initiative. “Tourists have a journey or an experience. They go home and tell others about it. I think there are lessons we’ve all learned over the past few months,” the chief minister said. He said the J&K government is using…
(PSU Connect) ONGC, in collaboration with our business partner GAIL (India) Limited, is proud to commence the direct supply of Natural Gas from Palatana, Tripura, to the City Gas Distribution (CGD) sector of Gomati GA, as allotted by Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board This milestone marks a significant leap in connecting Palatana, a remote region in Tripura, to the CGD network, reinforcing our commitment to energy accessibility. A crucial step in advancing the Government of India’s North-East Vision, this achievement brings clean energy closer to the remotest corners of the country.
(The Hindu) District Collector R. Mahesh Kumar on Tuesday directed the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) and Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL) to fulfil their Corporate Social Responsibility mandate by allocating funds to adhere to the CSR guidelines in Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema district. The Collector held talks on Tuesday (June 10) with the public sector units, ONGC and GAIL, which engage in oil and natural gas exploration, and observed poor funding under the CSR mandate. “ONGC and GAIL failed to release the CSR grant for various projects proposed by the respective public representatives in the financial year…
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(Zee News) Public sector giant Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) announced on Tuesday that it has received the accreditation for the Authorised Economic Operator (AEO), Tier II from the Directorate of International Customs. Recognised globally, this accreditation serves as a testament to an organisation’s commitment to compliance, integrity and supply chain security and helps in trade facilitation. AEO certification, issued by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC), grants businesses specific benefits, including expedited customs clearance and reduced inspection requirements. The AEO programme aims at fostering a secure and efficient trading environment in international trade. It is…
(BS) Coal India Ltd has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK), to support the dynamic illumination of the iconic Howrah Bridge, also known as Rabindra Setu. The 80-year-old structure will soon shine brighter with solar-powered lighting that aims to transform it into a dazzling night-time landmark, officials confirmed. According to the agreement, the lighting design will include volumetric and skeleton lighting techniques, paired with synchronised music shows. This immersive audio-visual experience will highlight the bridge’s unique architectural elements, while also celebrating the cultural heritage of Kolkata. The MoU was signed at Coal Bhawan,…