Quad’s 5-step push for Indo-Pacific cooperation unveiled at Delhi meetingThe Quad grouping has launched five new initiatives for enhanced cooperation. These focus on maritime surveillance, port infrastructure, en...
26 May, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
Government to roll out VB-G RAM G scheme from July 1; Parliamentary committee briefedGet ready for the VB-G RAM G rural employment program, kicking off on July 1 and taking over from MGNREGA! With backing from 25 states, thi...
20 May, 2026, 06.46 PM IST
The tiny gas leaks that could help predict earthquakes earlierRocks are not silent. They emit chemical signals before breaking. Scientists are learning to understand these signals. This breakthrough al...
11 May, 2026, 03.37 AM IST
From Tawang to Bumla: Border Roads Organisation Project VARTAK marks 66th raising dayBorder Roads Organisation's Project VARTAK celebrated its 66th Raising Day, marking over six decades of vital infrastructure development in...
07 May, 2026, 09.18 PM IST
Jaishankar highlights India's response to 'world in transition', stresses Global South unity, reformed multilateralism, multipolaritySpeaking at the University of the West Indies in Kingston, on Tuesday, as part of his three-nation official visit to the Caribbean, on the ...
06 May, 2026, 11.32 AM IST
Missed your flight from Dubai? Here’s what to do next for a refundDubai has launched new rules for airline refunds and passenger rights. The Aviation Consumer Welfare Directive sets responsibilities for ai...
05 May, 2026, 12.38 PM IST
India seeks to step up engagement as Myanmar elects new presidentMyanmar's military leader Min Aung Hlaing becomes president. India watches closely as ties are strategic. India supports Myanmar's developm...
06 Apr, 2026, 06.02 PM IST
Canada launches special measures for temporary residents hit by natural disastersCanada has implemented special temporary immigration measures, effective April 1, 2026, to November 30, 2028, offering international studen...
06 Apr, 2026, 11.55 AM IST
India delivers aid to flood and earthquake-hit AfghanistanIndia has sent humanitarian aid to Afghanistan following devastating floods and earthquakes. The assistance includes essential relief mater...
06 Apr, 2026, 06.58 AM IST
Centre approves Rs 1,912.99 crore additional disaster aid for 5 states, J-KThe central government has taken swift action by approving over Rs 1,900 crore in emergency funds for regions grappling with the aftermath ...
13 Mar, 2026, 12.41 PM IST
India sends humanitarian aid to Madagascar after cyclone devastationIndia has sent vital aid to Madagascar after tropical cyclones Fytia and Geza caused widespread destruction. An Indian Air Force aircraft d...
11 Mar, 2026, 09.38 AM IST
1,200 rescuers, doctors, 100 ambulances were rushed to Kerala: CentreFollowing the devastating landslides in Wayanad on July 30, the Indian government has mobilized extensive rescue and relief operations. Ove...
11 Aug, 2024, 12.19 AM IST
No concept of national disaster in central govt rules: Sources cite UPA govt 2013 reply in ParliamentThe government clarified that no provision exists to declare a natural disaster as a 'national disaster,' citing a 2013 reply by Congress M...
10 Aug, 2024, 11.25 AM IST
Five states hit by natural disasters given additional assistance by CentreThe Centre has approved over Rs 1,682 crore as additional assistance to five states and a union territory which were hit by floods and land...
03 Mar, 2022, 12.08 PM IST
Tamil Nadu floods adjudged 'severe nature', says governmentKiren Rijiju said with regard to declaring a national disaster, it is informed there is no provision to declare a natural calamity as a "na...
16 Dec, 2015, 04.41 PM IST
Rs 61,220 crore allocated for state disaster relief fund for 2015-20: GovernmentThese funds are of use to state governments for providing relief to the victims of notified disasters as per the norms.
28 Apr, 2015, 04.54 PM IST
- Maharashtra Police to donate Rs 15 crore for drought relief
The total contribution will come to around Rs 15 crore, he said, adding that the donation idea was mooted a few days ago and subsequently i...
22 Feb, 2013, 11.59 PM IST