Not even a single day with average AQI more than 400, besides witnessing highest number of ‘Satisfactory’ days, during January – September period in 2025 Delhi: Aided by favourable meteorological conditions and efforts by stakeholders concerned, the average AQI of Delhi for the period January – September during the current year has been recorded as 164. This was achieved as against 178 in 2024, 167 in 2023, 184 in 2022, 180 in 2021, 144 in 2020, 188 in 2019 and 193 in 2018 respectively, during the corresponding period. The average…
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Lt Gen Virendra Vats Takes Over as Director General of National Cadet Corps
Delhi: Lt Gen Virendra Vats assumed charge as the Director General of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), succeeding Lt Gen Gurbirpal Singh, on October 01, 2025. He takes over at a significant juncture when NCC, the world’s largest uniformed youth organisation, is expanding its cadet strength to 20 lakhs across 28 States and 8 Union Territories. With its motto of Unity and Discipline, NCC is evolving in step with Viksit Bharat@2047, integrating innovation, digital skills and global awareness with its traditional focus on character building and patriotism. Commissioned into the…
Read MoreBRO Project Swastik Marks 65 Years of Service, Resilience, and Engineering Excellence in Sikkim
Construction of Western Sikkim Highway, NH 310A, NH 310AG & other projects planned at a total cost of Rs. 1,152.66 crore Jammu: The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) Project Swastik celebrated its 65th Raising Day on October 01, 2025, commemorating decades of unwavering service, resilience, and engineering excellence in Sikkim’s challenging high-altitude terrain. Since its establishment in 1960, Project Swastik has constructed and maintained over 1,412 km of roads and 80 major bridges. In the last decade alone, the project completed more than 350 km of roads, 26 bridges and one tunnel ensuring year-round…
Read MoreDepartment of Posts launches Implementation Phase of Special Campaign 5.0 from 2nd October to 31st October, 2025
Lucknow: As the Special Campaign 5.0 enters its implementation phase from 2nd October to 31st October 2025, the Department of Posts is prepared with well-defined targets aligned to the objectives of the campaign. The preparatory phase, held from 15th September to 30th September 2025, was marked by active participation across the vast postal network, coinciding with the Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2025 campaign (17th September to 1st October). The observance of 2nd October as Swachhta Diwas served as a convergence point for both campaigns, reaffirming the Department’s commitment towards a…
Read MoreOperation Sindoor Exposed Pakistan’s Air Defence, Proved India’s Decisive Capability: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh
Lucknow: On the occasion of Vijayadashmi Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh performed Shastra Puja at the Bhuj Military Station, Bhuj, Gujarat. In his address, Raksha Mantri lauded the Indian Armed Forces for successfully thwarting Pakistan’s attempts to breach India’s defence network during Operation Sindoor. “Pakistan had tried to penetrate India’s defences from Leh to Sir Creek Sector, but the swift and effective counter-action of the Indian forces not only exposed the weaknesses of Pakistan’s air defence system but also sent out a clear message to the world that India can inflict…
Read MoreThe Downfall of the Geologist: From Earth’s Custodians to a Discipline in Decline?
Manoj Singh, ex ACS, UP Govt Lucknow: For centuries, geologists stood as interpreters of Earth’s history — reading rocks like archives, reconstructing past climates, finding vital resources, and warning of natural hazards. They were guardians of knowledge about our planet’s deep time and practical guides for humanity’s search for energy, minerals, and stability. Yet in recent decades, many observers argue that the role of the geologist has entered a phase of decline — not because geology is less important, but because the world has shifted in ways that obscure its…
Read MoreWorld’s Tallest Ravan Effigy to Be Burned in Kota This Dussehra
Kota, Rajasthan: This year’s Dussehra celebrations in Kota will witness the burning of the world’s tallest Ravan effigy. After nearly four months of meticulous work, craftsman Tejendra Chauhan from Ambala has created a colossal 221-foot Ravan, weighing approximately 13,500 kilograms. The construction of this record-breaking effigy cost around Rs 44 lakh. The previous record for the tallest Ravan effigy was held by Delhi, which had a 210-foot effigy. On Monday night, the towering Ravan was transported to Kota’s Dussehra ground in preparation for the grand festivities. Record Verification and Safety…
Read MoreMithun Manhas Elected as BCCI President; New Office-Bearers Confirmed at AGM
Mithun Manhas, former Jammu & Kashmir cricketer and experienced domestic campaigner, has been elected as the new President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The Annual General Meeting (AGM) also finalized the appointments of other office-bearers. New Delhi: Mithun Manhas has been appointed as the new President of the BCCI, succeeding Roger Binny. The announcement came during the Annual General Meeting at the BCCI headquarters, where the names of other office-bearers were also ratified. Rajiv Shukla continues as Vice President, Raghuram Bhatt of Karnataka State Cricket…
Read MoreRSS Completes 100 Years: Commemorative Stamp and Coin Released; PM Modi Highlights Its Significance
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), founded by Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur in 1925, is renowned for its volunteer-driven social and service initiatives. Nagpur: Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a specially designed commemorative stamp and a Rs 100 coin to mark the centenary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). Speaking on the occasion, he extended greetings to the nation on Navratri and Vijayadashami, noting that this generation is fortunate to witness such a landmark event in RSS’s history. Addressing the gathering, PM Modi described the RSS’s 100-year journey as an…
Read MoreOctober 2025 Brims with Fasts and Festivals: From Navratri to Chhath, Devotion in Full Swing
New Delhi: October 2025 promises to be a month overflowing with religious and cultural festivities across India. Starting with the culmination of Sharadiya Navratri and continuing with Dussehra, Karva Chauth, Diwali, Bhai Dooj, and Chhath, the month is set to be a vibrant celebration of faith, devotion, and family bonding. The Hindu calendar marks October as a period rich in spiritual significance, where rituals, fasting, and community participation intersect to reinforce social and familial ties. Navratri, which began in the last week of September, will conclude with Vijayadashami (Dussehra) on…
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