Quake of May 2022 suggests Mars may be more seismically active than thought, researchers say
New Delhi, Oct 19 (PTI) The marsquake of May 2022 was caused by the release of enormous tectonic forces within Mars’ interior, suggesting that the planet might be more seismically active than previously thought, researchers say. The quake with a magnitude of 4.7 and causing vibrations to reverberate through the planet for at least six […]
YouTube to recommend videos available from credible sources
New Delhi, Oct 19 (PTI) Google-owned YouTube will list credible news sources on a “Watch Page” which it will roll out in the coming months in India, a senior company official said on Thursday. “Today, I am thrilled to introduce ‘Watch Page’ for news… the Watch Page will recommend videos available from credible sources,” YouTube […]
India will be tough to beat, assessing conditions will be vital, says Santner
Chennai, Oct 19 (PTI) New Zealand spinner Mitchell Santner feels assessing the conditions in Dharamsala and countering an in-form Rohit Sharma will be vital as they eye the “tough” task of beating India at home during their World Cup clash on Sunday. New Zealand have done well to adapt to the different conditions in the World […]
PM Modi to launch 511 rural skill development centres in Maharashtra
Mumbai, Oct 19 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch 511 rural skill development centres in the name of late Bharatiya Janata Party leader Pramod Mahajan in Maharashtra on Thursday via video conferencing. These centres are being established across 34 rural districts of Maharashtra, as per an official statement. They will conduct skill development training […]
Authorities launch pilot project for converting Dal Lake weed into fertiliser
Srinagar, Oct 18 (PTI) Authorities in Jammu and Kashmir have launched a pilot project for converting massive quantities of weed extracted from famous Dal Lake into organic fertiliser, as part of Lake Conservation programme, which will also generate some revenue. According to officials of the Lake Conservation and Management Authority (LCMA), nearly 70,000 cubic metres […]
PM Modi shocked at Gaza hospital attack; says those involved be held responsible
New Delhi, Oct 18 (PTI) Expressing shock over the tragic loss of lives in an attack on an hospital in Gaza, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said civilian casualties in the ongoing conflict were a matter of serious concern and those involved should be held responsible. According to media reports, Hamas group said a […]
Over 1.27 lakh pilgrims visit Vaishno Devi shrine in first 3 days of Navratra
Katra/Jammu, Oct 18 (PTI) More than 1.27 lakh people visited the Vaishno Devi cave shrine atop the Trikuta hills in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district in the first three days of the Navratra festival, officials said on Wednesday. The shrine, located 45 kilometres from the winter capital Jammu, has been decked up to receive pilgrims […]
Narco-terrorism, psychological warfare big threats; need to counter it effectively: LG Sinha to Police
Baramulla, Oct 18: Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Wednesday said that of late, narco-terrorism and psychological warfare are emerging big threats and police along with other security forces have to counter these challenges effectively. “As technology is getting advanced day by day, narco-terrorism and psychological warfare are emerging as the biggest challenges for us. J&K Police […]
Historic Mughal road reopens after two -day closure
Poonch, Oct 18: After remaining closed for two days due to snowfall, the Mughal Road, connecting twin districts of Poonch and Rajouri with Shopian district of Kashmir Valley, reopened for both ways traffic on Wednesday. Official sources said that the thoroughfare was thrown open for traffic on Wednesday morning. Confirming the development, a police official […]
Over 40 police stations in JK being provided with latest gadgets, weaponry: Police Chief
Baramulla, Oct 18: Director General of Police (DGP) Dilbagh Singh Wednesday said that at least 43 police stations in J&K are being provided with latest gadgets and other facilities to root out remaining terrorism in their areas under Operation Capacity Building. “We have started Operation Capacity Building and under this, we have covered 21 police […]