Category: India

Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi (Culture Department, U.P.) organized the second evening of the State Drama Festival on September 26, 2025, at its auditorium, where the play “Doosra Na Koi” was staged. The event was graced by the presence of Uttar Pradesh State Women’s Commission Vice-Chairperson  Aparna Yadav as the chief guest, along with Akademi Chairman Prof. Jayant Khot, Vice-Chairperson Mrs. Vibha Singh, and other distinguished guests. The evening began with a warm welcome extended to  Yadav by Prof. Khot and  Singh, followed by a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony.…

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Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Sangeet Natak Akademi (Culture Department, UP) inaugurated its two-day State Drama Festival on September 25, 2025, with the staging of the play Rashmirathi at the Akademi auditorium. The event was graced by  Jaiveer Singh, Minister for Culture and Tourism, as the Chief Guest. The ceremony began with the lighting of the lamp by the Chief Guest, his advisor J.P. Singh, and other dignitaries, followed by a welcome by Akademi Chairman Prof. Jayant Khot, Vice-Chairperson Vibha Singh, and Director Dr. Shobhit Kumar Nahar. On the occasion, Chhayanat,…

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Cdr Sumit Ghosh Today India finds itself surrounded by a region marked by growing political, economic, and social volatility. From military coups and economic collapses to the spread of extremism and increasing foreign interference, instability in neighbouring countries is reshaping South Asia’s strategic landscape. For India, this poses urgent challenges and demands a clear-eyed, pragmatic strategic response. Pakistan remains mired in deep political unrest, economic crisis, and a rising tide of extremism. Its military retains outsized influence in governance, while its growing strategic and economic ties with China, especially through…

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Bengaluru, Sept 2025: Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Ltd. (ABFRL) announces the launch of the first store for OWND!, a bold new fashion brand, in Bangalore. Designed for India’s Gen Z and youthful, trend-conscious consumers, the launch of OWND! is a major move by ABFRL to accelerate its presence in the value fashion category. OWND! is rooted in youth culture, with a mission to spark conversations and empower young consumers to “own every moment” with confidence and charisma. The brand aims to redefine fashion retail in India, combining high style…

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The President of India Awards 20 Artists at 64th National Exhibition of Art Sunil Kumar Tiwari Delhi:  The Award Ceremony of the 64th National Exhibition of Art was held  in New Delhi, graced by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, as the Chief Guest. The event was also attended by Minister of Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Secretary, Ministry of Culture,  Vivek Aggarwal, and Nand Lal Thakur, Vice Chairman, Lalit Kala Akademi. The President presented awards to 20 outstanding artists for their exceptional contributions to visual arts. Speaking on…

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Delhi: DRDO, in collaboration with the Strategic Forces Command (SFC), has carried out the successful launch of Intermediate Range Agni-Prime Missile from a Rail based Mobile launcher system, under a full operational scenario on 24th Sep 2025. This next generation missile is designed to cover a range up to 2000 km and is equipped with various advanced features. The first-of-its-kind launch was carried out from a specially designed Rail based Mobile Launcher having the capability to move on Rail network without any pre-conditions. It provides for cross country mobility and has…

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Delhi: Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for procurement of 97 Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mk1A, including 68 fighters and 29 twin seaters, along with associated equipment, for Indian Air Force, at a cost of over Rs. 62,370 crore (excluding taxes), on September 25, 2025. The delivery of these aircraft would commence during 2027-28 and be completed over a period of six years. The aircraft will have an indigenous content of over 64%, with 67 additional items incorporated, over and above the previous LCA…

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Delhi: Raksha Mantri  Rajnath Singh led a special cleanliness initiative, ‘Ek Din, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath’ at the Army Headquarters Unit Run Canteen. The drive was part of Swachhotsav 2025, under the ongoing ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ campaign across the Ministry of Defence from September 17, 2025 to October 02, 2025. The event highlighted the power of collective effort in creating a clean, green, and healthy environment. This year’s theme connects with the festive spirit of the nation while reinforcing the vision of a cleaner India. During the event, Rajnath Singh…

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Delhi: The Ministry of Coal in partnership with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) is set to organize the 2nd Roadshow on Coal Gasification – Surface and Underground Technologies at FICCI Federation House, New Delhi. The event will be graced by  G. Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of Coal and Mines, as Chief Guest, and Shri Satish Chandra Dubey, Minister of State for Coal and Mines, as Guest of Honour. The roadshow follows the recent launch of the 13th round of commercial coal mine auctions by the Ministry,…

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