T.N. government lists measures undertaken for welfare of women
The Tamil Nadu Working Women’s Hostel in Tambaram. File | Photo Credit: B. Velankanni Raj The Tamil Nadu government on Tuesday (May 13, 2025) listed the initiatives it has undertaken for the welfare of women in the State. It mentioned schemes such as the ‘Magalir...
Government to Honor Ilaiyaraaja on June 2nd Announces CM Stalin
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced in the State Assembly that a government-organized felicitation ceremony will be held on June 2 to honor music composer Ilaiyaraaja. During a debate on the Youth Welfare and Sports Development Department’s budget request, VCK leader Sindhanai Selvan...
State government urges centre to increase rates for nutritive food for pregnant women
Mumbai: The state govt has urged the Centre to increase the rate for nutritive food provided to pregnant women. The current rate was implemented in 2017, said Aditi Tatkare, Minister for Women and Child Welfare.During Question Hour, BJP’s Chitra Wagh pointed out that instead of...
Government Asks IPL To Ban Tobacco, Alcohol Advertising; Here’s Why
The Union Health Ministry has urged the Indian Premier League (IPL) to ban all tobacco and alcohol advertising, including surrogate promotions, within stadium premises during matches as well as telecast sessions on national television, saying it has a moral obligation to promote public health. The...
Government Approves One-Day Screening for Resilience Special Shows
Chennai: The Tamil Nadu government has granted permission for a special screening of Ajith’s movie ‘Vidaa Muyarchi’ and has issued an official order. While permission was requested for special screenings on February 6 and 7, the government has approved only one day. According to the...
Budget 2025: Government Hikes Sports Budget By Over Rs 350 Crore, Khelo India Gets biggest Share
The government’s flagship Khelo India programme to scout and nurture athletes at the grassroots level was the biggest beneficiary as the allocation for sports and youth affairs was hiked substantially by Rs 351.98 crore in the Union Budget presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman here...
Australian Government Agencies Failing to Keep Up With Cyber Security Change
More Australian government agencies failed to meet the required levels of cyber security maturity in 2024 than in 2023, according to an assessment by the Australian Signals Directorate. The ASD reported that only 15% of entities achieved Maturity Level 2 on Australia’s Essential Eight cyber...
Top 5 government exams to watch out for in 2025
Every year, many youngsters aspire to secure a position in the government sector by qualifying for some of the major government exams. However, given the limited seats and intense competition, it’s imperative to constantly stay updated with notifications regarding the important dates and other crucial...
Syrian Government Services Halted After Rebel Takeover
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Syria’s prime minister said Monday that most cabinet ministers were back at work after rebels overthrew President Bashar Assad, but some state workers failed to return to their jobs, and a United Nations official said the country’s public sector had come...
Syrian Government Falls In Stunning End To 50-Year Rule Of Assad Family
BEIRUT (AP) — The Syrian government fell early Sunday in a stunning end to the 50-year rule of the Assad family after a sudden rebel offensive sprinted across government-held territory and entered the capital in 10 days. Syrian state television aired a video statement by...
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