Year Ender: Kabhi alvida na kehena: Iconic Indians lost in 2024 who will live on in their legacy

Reena Amos Dyes | December 31, 2024 1:40 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) India, a country of 140 crore people doesn’t have a dearth of talent. Yet, in this massive sea of humanity and diversity that comprises our nation, there are a few who became legends, inspirations and icons in their lifetime. As the year comes to a close, here’s a look at some of the iconic Indians we lost in 2024, but who will live on in the legacy they have left behind.

New syllabus in Uttarakhand, free higher education for orphans: Kumaun varsity V-C Prof Rawat (IANS Interview)

Ganesh Bhatt | December 31, 2024 12:22 PM

New Delhi, Dec 31 (IANS) Uttarakhand is preparing to roll out a new undergraduate (UG) and postgraduate (PG) syllabus next year, developed under the leadership of Kumaun University Vice-Chancellor Prof Diwan S. Rawat. In an exclusive interview with IANS, Prof Rawat discussed the motivations, plans, and collaborations shaping the University's new initiatives, which include free education for orphans and a Rs 100 crore grant from the Central Government under the Prime Minister's Higher Education Campaign. He also discussed the tie-ups with American, Japanese, French and German experts. The university is also connecting with Indian military experts.

Former SC judge V. Ramasubramanian takes charge as NHRC Chairperson

IANS | December 30, 2024 11:19 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) Former Supreme Court judge Justice V. Ramasubramanian on Monday took charge as the Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC). Apart from Justice Ramasubramanian, Justice (Dr.) Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi also took charge as the member of the NHRC.

PM Modi's inspiring idea to repurpose old books, newspapers for building knowledge hubs in rural India

IANS | December 30, 2024 9:22 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi once shared an inspiring idea to help cultivate a culture of reading and meaningful discussions in rural India, particularly in small villages and towns.

Kashmir's patron saint and stir over omitted school lesson

Kavya Dubey | December 30, 2024 11:05 AM

Srinagar/New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) When cultural heritage is sought to be safeguarded, the traditional values that instil catholicity and inclusiveness might be expected to be lighthouses standing amid rough waves—but quite the contrary nearly happened in Kashmir. The mere gesture spoke volumes and drew out voices loud and assertive.

Delhi likely to get colder as IMD predicts slide in mercury by 3-4 degrees Celsius

IANS | December 29, 2024 11:50 PM

New Delhi, Dec 29 (IANS) The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted dense to very dense fog in northwestern India, along with a fall in temperature in several northern states, including Delhi by around 3-4 degrees Celsius.

Odisha farmer expresses gratitude to PM Modi after being mentioned in 'Mann Ki Baat'

IANS | December 29, 2024 9:39 PM

Bhubaneswar, Dec 29 (IANS) Krishna Chandra Nag, a farmer from the Golamunda block in Odisha's Kalahandi district, expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for mentioning his efforts towards self-reliance in the PM's monthly programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday.

Cane-charge and water cannons: Patna Police crack-down on BPSC aspirants' protest

IANS | December 29, 2024 9:19 PM

Patna, Dec 29 (IANS) The protest by Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) aspirants demanding a re-examination of the 70th Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) intensified on Sunday in Patna. The situation had come to such a pass that the police resorted to cane-charge and the use of water cannons.

PMAY beneficiaries from MP’s Morena thank PM Modi

IANS | December 29, 2024 9:14 PM

Bhopal, Dec 29 (IANS) Several public welfare schemes are being run by the Modi government and Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) is one of them. Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries are given financial assistance by the government to build their houses. Morena district of Madhya Pradesh is also not untouched by this scheme.

Muslim leader's 'fatwa' calls New Year celebrations against Islamic principles

IANS | December 29, 2024 7:53 PM

Bareilly, Dec 29 (IANS) Ahead of the New Year, a controversial statement was made by Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Bareilvi, President of All India Muslim Jamaat. On Sunday, he spoke about a fatwa issued against participating in New Year's celebrations and offering greetings for the occasion.

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Year Ender: Kabhi alvida na kehena: Iconic Indians lost in 2024 who will live on in their legacy

New syllabus in Uttarakhand, free higher education for orphans: Kumaun varsity V-C Prof Rawat (IANS Interview)

Former SC judge V. Ramasubramanian takes charge as NHRC Chairperson

PM Modi's inspiring idea to repurpose old books, newspapers for building knowledge hubs in rural India

Kashmir's patron saint and stir over omitted school lesson

Delhi likely to get colder as IMD predicts slide in mercury by 3-4 degrees Celsius

Odisha farmer expresses gratitude to PM Modi after being mentioned in 'Mann Ki Baat'

Cane-charge and water cannons: Patna Police crack-down on BPSC aspirants' protest

PMAY beneficiaries from MP’s Morena thank PM Modi

Muslim leader's 'fatwa' calls New Year celebrations against Islamic principles

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