The monsoon, which usually hits Maharashtra around June 11, arrived in the state in 15 days earlier this year. This year, the rainy season began in Sindhudurg district on May 25, and in Mumbai by May 26, a statement released by the Maharashtra government stated. According to the Meteorological Department, a low-pressure area developed over…
President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday presented Padma Awards to the recipients across a diverse range of disciplines and fields at the second Civil Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhawan. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankar, Union Ministers Amit Shah, S Jaishankar, Pralhad Joshi, Jitendra Singh, G Kishan Reddy and several other ministers and dignitaries were…
In a significant decision, the centre has granted Dr Samir V Kamat, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) chief, a one-year extension to his service until May 31, 2026. This is his second service extension. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the extension to the service of Dr Samir V Kamat, who is…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday highlighted the vibrant cultural and entrepreneurial spirit of India’s Northeastern states. In his 122nd episode of Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi mentioned the recently concluded Rising North East Summit 2025 and praised the Northeast’s initiatives that blend tradition with modern innovation. Prime Minister Modi highlighted Crafted Fibres, a unique…
Following heavy rain accompanied by strong winds in the national capital in the early hours of Sunday, 49 flights, including 17 international flights, were diverted between 11:30 pm and 4 am. “Due to adverse weather conditions in Delhi, 49 flights were diverted between 11:30 pm and 4 am. Normal services restored,” Delhi Airport sources said….
Monsoon Arrival Update: The Southwest monsoon set in over Kerala on Saturday, May 24, marking the earliest arrival of the crucial rainy season in 16 years, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the national weather-forecasting agency. The arrival of monsoon is eight days ahead of its normal pattern, according to the IMD. Normally, the…