Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to conduct key scientific experiments in space: Minister

IANS | June 3, 2025 8:58 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) It is a matter of national pride that an Indian astronaut is an active participant with defined scientific responsibilities in an international mission, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology (Independent Charge) Dr Jitendra Singh said on Tuesday, as he announced that Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla will carry out a series of crucial scientific experiments in space.

HADP boosts horticulture in J&K’s Poonch, doubling farmers’ income

IANS | June 3, 2025 8:25 PM

Poonch, June 3 (IANS) In a significant step towards promoting horticulture and doubling farmers’ income, Jammu and Kashmir's Horticulture Department has established a high-tech poly greenhouse nursery at its district headquarters in Poonch under the Holistic Agriculture Development Programme (HADP). The initiative supports Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of uplifting the agricultural sector.

Field Marshal Asim Munir: What it means for Pakistan (IANS Analysis)

IANS | June 3, 2025 8:24 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) In a development that has sparked concern across Pakistan’s social landscape, the federal government under Shahbaz Sharif has recently bestowed the rank of Field Marshal - the nation’s highest military title - upon General Asim Munir, the Chief of Army Staff.

College 'cow dung episode’: DU VC reflects on lessons to learn from incident

IANS | June 3, 2025 7:50 PM

New Delhi, June 3 (IANS) Delhi University Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh on Tuesday reflected upon the impropriety behind actions of key players in the infamous “cow dung episode” involving a college principal and a student union leader that divided the Internet, hinting that there is a lesson to be learnt by all from the incident.