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JPSC 2024: Apply for 64 CDPO recruitment positions at jpsc.gov.in

JPSC has started the online application process for the Child Development Project Officer position. The official website, jpsc.gov.in, will accept applications for the positions until Feb 27, 2024

Centre may push enterprises to use security products developed in India

The government has drawn up a policy, called "National cybersecurity reference framework (NCRF), to provide guidelines on roles and responsibilities for cybersecurity

Indian Republic Day 2024: History, importance, and all you need to know

January 26, Republic Day is a reminder of India's rich legacy and commitment to democratic values. The celebrations are held in the form of a grand parade showcasing the culture and might of nation

National Voters' Day 2024: All you need to know about importance of voting

National Voters' Day is significant in light of the fact that the fate of a nation is in the hands of the voters and the essential freedoms of the Indian voters are revered in the Constitution

SAI Recruitment 2024: Apply online for 214 Coach and other positions

Sports Authority of India (SAI) under Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports is seeking applications for 214 positions on its official website. Applications can be submitted online by Jan 30, 2024

CEED, UCEED 2024 answer key: Know how to download and raise objections

The Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay is expected to release the answer key for the Common Entrance Exam for Design (CEED) and the Undergraduate Common Entrance Exam for Design (UCEED) today

EMRS Result 2023-24 announced online for Teaching and Non-Teaching posts

EMRS Result 2023-24 has been announced online. Applicants can download the EMRS Result 2024 for all positions of TGT PGT JSA Lab attendants and so on

Govt expands scope of financial services that can be taken up at IFSC

The government has expanded the scope of activities that can be undertaken at the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) by including services such as book keeping, and accounting. As per a gazette notification issued by the Ministry of Finance, various services, including book-keeping, accounting, taxation, and financial crime compliance, have been included as part of financial services. "Provided that the financial services shall be offered by units in an International Financial Service Centre regulated by the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) to non-residents whose business is not set up either by splitting up of business already in existence in India; or reconstructing/reorganising of business already in existence in India," it said in a notification on January 18. The notification stipulates that these units should not offer services by way of transferring or receiving existing contracts or work arrangements from their group entities in India.

ICSI CSEET 2024: Results to be out today at 2 pm for CS entrance exam

ICSI will likewise release CSEET marksheet 2024 alongside results on the official portal at icsi.edu. One must utilize their login details, for example, registration number to view CSEET result Jan 20

Mahua Moitra receives 3rd notice to vacate government residence in Delhi

The TMC leader had approached the Delhi High Court, seeking the quashing of the notice issued by the Directorate of Estate cancelling her government accommodation in the national capital

TN TRB annual planner 2024 out at trb.tn.gov.in; 6281 posts to be filled

The Tamil Nadu Teachers Recruitment Board (TN TRB) has announced the tentative recruitment calendar for the year 2024-25, on January 10. Candidates can access the calendar from trb.tn.gov.in

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2023: History, importance, theme, venue, & details

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, also Non-Resident Indian (NRI) Day, is observed on January 9 to celebrate the commitment and accomplishments of the global Indian community to the development of India

India's exports may plunge $30 bn owing to disturbance in Red Sea

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi militants have targeted vessels transiting through the Red Sea with missiles. The Houthis say they are going after any vessels that have a connection with Isreal

Centre plans mega highways constructions to replace Bharatmala Pariyojana

Launched in October 2017, Bharatmala Pariyojana aimed to develop 74,942 kms of national highways with an investment of Rs 5.35 trillion

Govt to revamp tunnel construction SOPs to prevent Silkyara like mishaps

The government on Friday said it will revamp the standard operating procedures for tunnel construction after an expert panel found many shortcomings in the under-construction Silkyara tunnel, which collapsed in November last year, leaving 41 workers stranded for more than two weeks. At a press briefing, Road Transport and Highways Secretary Anurag Jain said the Silkyara tunnel project in Uttarkashi is still workable, and the government will not abandon it. An experts' panel to investigate the collapse of a portion of the under-construction Silkyara tunnel has pointed out many shortcomings in the project, he added. "Silkyara tunnel collapse se humne kaafi kuch seekha hai (We have learnt a lot from the collapse of the under-construction Silkyara tunnel)," he said. A total of 41 workers were trapped after a portion of the under-construction tunnel collapsed on November 12 and the workers were rescued on November 28. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), on December 6,

Eighth round of commercial coal mines auction received great response: Govt

The eighth tranche of commercial coal mine auctions has received an overwhelming response from the industry, the government said on Friday. The last date for submission of bids for the eighth round is January 29. "The ongoing 8th round has witnessed an overwhelming response from the industry, which is evident from the fact that a lot of queries have been received from a number of bidders along with several site-visit requests," the coal ministry said in a statement. The bids received in this tranche will be opened on January 30 in the presence of the bidders. In the eighth round, 39 coal mines have been offered, the ministry said. The round was launched on November 15, 2023 by Coal Minister Pralhad Joshi. The pre-bid meeting for the round was held on December 12 and more than 50 bidders had participated in it.

Govt has taken slew of initiatives for infrastructure development: Official

The government has taken a slew of initiatives for infrastructure development as it has a strong multiplier effect and plays pivotal role in the country's development, Financial Services Additional Secretary M P Tangirala said on Friday. Speaking at the 19th Foundation Day of the India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd (IIFCL), he said infrastructure sector has strong backward and forward linkages. To support the sector, he said the government has taken slew of initiatives, including the USD 1.3 trillion-PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan (NMP) that has been front runner in bringing about systemic and effective reforms in this sector. Launched in 2021, the PM Gati Shakti targets to cut logistic costs, increase cargo handling capacity and reduce the turnaround time. Another initiative is the National Infrastructure Pipeline (NIP) that was started with 6,800 projects and now, there are over 9,000 projects across 34 sub-sectors, he said. NIP was launched with 6,835 projects and h

IIFCL plans to launch IPO in next financial year, unlock value for govt: MD

State-owned India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd (IIFCL) plans to go public in the next financial year, company's Managing Director P R Jaishankar said on Friday. "We are examining the listing...hopefully it should be done next financial year. IIFCL has come to a stage where we unlock the value for the benefit of the government," he said on the sidelines of the company's foundation day. The company will very soon initiate the consultation process, he said, adding various approvals are required including from the government. Asked about the quantum of stake dilution, he said, the decision about that would be taken after detailed discussion. As of now, IIFCL is 100 per cent owned by Government of India. From the performance perspective, he said the company has been consistent both on topline and bottomline parameters. He expects the FY24 profit to cross Rs 1,500 crore. IIFCL reported a two-fold jump in standalone net profit to Rs 1,076 crore for FY23 aided by an increase in le

Truck Drivers' Strike: Stir called off, govt assures to put new law on hold

After a nation-wide strike by the truck drivers, the government decides to keep the new law against hit and run on hold. Associations have called off the strike after government assurance

GATE 2024: Admit card to be released today at gate2024.iisc.ac.in

IISc Bangalore will release admit cards today for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE 2024). Once released, admit cards can be downloaded from the website i.e. gate2024.iisc.ac.in