Aster expands Whitefield Hospital with ₹96 crore

Aster DM Healthcare on Monday announced an investment of ₹96 crore to expand its women and children’s facility at Aster Whitefield Hospital in Bengaluru. According to the company, the expansion will increase the hospital’s bed capacity from 380 to 539 beds, significantly enhancing its ability to cater to growing demand for maternal and pediatric healthcare […]

Vikram Solar surpasses 10GW global deployments

Vikram Solar on Monday announced that it has surpassed 10 GW in cumulative global solar module deployments, marking a significant milestone in its growth journey. According to a company statement, the 10 GW capacity—equivalent to over 25 million solar modules installed worldwide—is sufficient to power more than 5 million homes in India, underscoring the firm’s […]

India BTM storage market to hit 39GWh

India’s behind-the-meter (BTM) stationary energy storage segment is set for steady expansion over the next decade, with demand projected to rise from 32 GWh in 2025 to over 39 GWh by 2033, according to a report by the India Energy Storage Alliance. The report highlights that BTM systems—installed on the consumer’s side of the electricity […]

Asha Bhosle’s passion for culinary art

While the world remembers Asha Bhosle for her timeless voice and unparalleled contribution to Indian music, a lesser-known yet deeply cherished aspect of her life—her passion for cooking—has come into focus following her passing at the age of 92. Bhosle, who recorded thousands of songs over a career spanning more than seven decades, often said […]

Nation bids farewell to Asha Bhosle

The Indian film and music fraternity bid an emotional farewell to legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, as eminent personalities gathered at her residence in Mumbai on Monday to pay their last respects. Veteran actor Asha Parekh, Oscar-winning composer A. R. Rahman, and cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar were among those who visited to honour the late […]

President Murmu Four-Day Gujarat Maharashtra Visit

President Murmu to Visit Gujarat, Maharashtra from April 13–16 New Delhi, Apr 12: Droupadi Murmu will undertake a four-day official visit to Gujarat and Maharashtra from April 13 to 16, 2026, during which she will attend a series of key academic and social events. According to an official statement issued by the Press Information Bureau, […]

Nation Mourns Legendary Singer Asha Bhosle

Nation Mourns as PM Modi Pays Tribute to Asha Bhosle New Delhi, Apr 12: The nation plunged into grief as Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid heartfelt tribute to legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, remembering her as one of the most iconic and versatile voices in Indian music history. Expressing deep sorrow over her demise, the […]

Odisha Declares 13,563 Child-Marriage-Free Villages

Over 13,500 Odisha Villages Declared Child-Marriage-Free Bhubaneswar, Apr 12: In a significant step towards safeguarding child rights and promoting gender equality, the Odisha Government has declared 13,563 villages across 23 districts as “child-marriage-free,” officials said on Friday. This milestone reflects the state’s sustained and multi-pronged efforts to eliminate child marriage through preventive strategies, legal enforcement, […]

BJD to observe Biju Patnaik anniversary

BJD to observe Biju Patnaik’s 29th death anniversary across Odisha Bhubaneswar: The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) will observe the 29th death anniversary of legendary leader and former Chief Minister Biju Patnaik across all Assembly constituencies in Odisha with a series of commemorative programmes. Senior party Vice-President Debi Prasad Mishra informed that local party units have […]

Odisha approves rural water maintenance policy

Odisha Cabinet clears O&M Policy to strengthen rural drinking water services Bhubaneswar, : In a significant move to ensure sustainable and reliable drinking water supply in rural areas, the Odisha Cabinet chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has approved the Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Policy for Rural Drinking Water Supply – 2026. The policy […]