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New Delhi, December 3, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Union India has reiterated its commitment to supporting farmers by ensuring the uninterrupted availability of fertilizers at affordable prices, even amid ongoing global uncertainties caused by the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Union Minister of State for Chemicals and Fertilizers Anupriya Patel highlighted the measures in place during a Rajya Sabha session on Tuesday. Urea ...

New Delhi, December 3, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Maritime India Vision (MIV) 2030 is redefining the future of India’s maritime sector, laying a comprehensive framework for the holistic development of ports, shipping, and waterways. With 150 transformative initiatives spanning ten interconnected themes, MIV 2030 is designed to propel India into global maritime leadership, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways, ...

New Delhi, December 3, 2024 (TBB Bureau): India has achieved a significant milestone in enhancing the operational efficiency of its major ports, with the average turnaround time for ships being reduced by an impressive 48.65 per cent over the past decade. Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, informed the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday that the turnaround time ...

New Delhi, December 3, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways unveiled a slew of initiatives to advance the goals of the Maritime India Vision 2030 (MIV 2030) and the ambitious Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 (MAKV 2047). Announced by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal in the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday, these efforts aim to propel India towards ...

Paradip, December 3, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a heartwarming celebration of inclusivity and empowerment, the Paradip Port Authority (PPA) observed the International Day of Persons with Disabilities at JAGRUTY School for differently-abled children. The event was a testament to PPA’s commitment to the welfare and development of individuals with special needs. Paradip Port Authority Chairman, P.L. Haranadh, graced the occasion ...

New Delhi, December 3, 2024 (TBB Bureau): India’s power consumption witnessed a robust increase of 5.14 per cent in November 2024, reaching 125.44 billion units compared to 119.30 billion units during the same period last year, according to official data. The surge in energy demand is seen as a positive indicator of heightened commercial and industrial activity, signalling a continued ...

Bongaigaon, December 2, 2024 (TBB Bureau): In a heartening display of community welfare, NTPC Bongaigaon took proactive steps to combat the rising malaria cases in Kokrajhar district by distributing 100 mosquito nets to underprivileged families. This significant initiative, executed as part of NTPC’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program, was conducted in association with the Bardwi Shikla Ladies Club and the ...

Bhubaneswar, December 2, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Odisha is gearing up for the 3rd edition of the Odisha Startup Carnival 2024, the state’s premier mentor-investor connect festival, set to take place from December 7 to December 21, 2024, in Bhubaneswar. Organized by AIC-Nalanda Institute of Technology Foundation, this 15-day extravaganza is designed to catalyze the startup ecosystem in Odisha, empowering entrepreneurs ...

Bhubaneswar, December 2, 2024 (TBB Bureau): The International University Bilateral Cricket Series was officially inaugurated on Monday at the KIIT Cricket Stadium, here. The event, organized collaboratively by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), KIIT University, and the Odisha Cricket Association, was inaugurated by KIIT and KISS Founder Dr. Achyuta Samanta. This marks the first time KIIT University is hosting ...

Gurugram, December 2, 2024 (TBB Bureau): Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India (HMSI) has reported an impressive performance for November 2024, with total sales of 4,72,749 units. This includes 4,32,888 units sold domestically and 39,861 units exported. For the fiscal year to date (April–November 2024), HMSI’s cumulative sales reached an outstanding 42,28,837 units, comprising 38,67,427 units in domestic sales and 3,61,410 ...