Day: 7 March 2025

Breaking Barriers: Khushi’s Journey of Resilience and Empowerment

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In Bhorakalan, a village located in the state of Haryana, where societal norms have long dictated the roles of men and women, a young woman named Khushi is carving out her own path. Her story is one of resilience, determination, and a commitment to breaking gender stereotypes—an inspiration for many girls who dare to dream beyond societal constraints. Khushi’s journey took a defining turn when her family faced financial hardships due to her father’s company relocating during the pandemic. With limited opportunities and growing economic concerns, the pressure to conform…

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Courage in Action: Ruchi’s Fight Against Gender-Based Violence

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In Haryana’s Badshahpur, Ruchi’s story stands as a powerful testament to courage, resilience, and change. From a young age, she harbored a deep desire to make a difference in her community. A top student in her class, Ruchi was always eager to learn more and challenge the injustices around her. Her journey took a transformative turn when she became a part of Breakthrough’s Taaron Ki Toli sessions, where she gained critical insights into gender dynamics, the rights of women and girls, and the confidence to raise her voice against gender-based…

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​Hon’ble Governor of Uttarakhand Inaugurates Prabhu Shri Ram—Incense with a Story’s Cultural Flower Valley

Vijay Raman

 The Prabhu Shri Ram—Incense with a Story’s Cultural Flower Valley was inaugurated by the Hon'ble Governor of Uttarakhand, Lieutenant General Gurmit Singh (Retd.), at the Vasantotsav (Flower Show) in Raj Bhavan, Dehradun today. Shri Ganesh Joshi, Cabinet Minister for Agriculture and Horticulture, Government of Uttarakhand, was among the dignitaries who graced the occasion. The Prabhu Shri Ram Cultural Flower Valley is a unique initiative that narrates the story of India's rich cultural heritage, especially the epic tales of the Ramayana, through an exquisite display of fragrant arrangements. This endeavor is…

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TiE Mumbaito Host the Prestigious ‘Hall of Fame’ Awards at TiEcon 2025

Vijay Raman

The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) Mumbai is set to host the much-anticipated 'Hall of Fame' Awards at TiEcon 2025, a premier event that recognizes exceptional contributions to entrepreneurship, investment, corporate leadership, and public service. This will be held on March 12, 2025, at the prestigious Jio World Convention Centre. BKC – India's largest and first state of the art Conference and Exhibition center.These prestigious awards will recognize and honor outstanding entrepreneurs, investors, investment bankers, corporatesand government change agents who have significantly impacted the Indian and global economic ecosystem. The Chief Guest…

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TiE Mumbaito Host the Prestigious ‘Hall of Fame’ Awards at TiEcon 2025

Vijay Raman

The Indus Entrepreneurs (TiE) Mumbai is set to host the much-anticipated 'Hall of Fame' Awards at TiEcon 2025, a premier event that recognizes exceptional contributions to entrepreneurship, investment, corporate leadership, and public service. This will be held on March 12, 2025, at the prestigious Jio World Convention Centre. BKC – India's largest and first state of the art Conference and Exhibition center.These prestigious awards will recognize and honor outstanding entrepreneurs, investors, investment bankers, corporatesand government change agents who have significantly impacted the Indian and global economic ecosystem. The Chief Guest…

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India’s Coal Output Up 32.53% YoY to 167.36 MT

Vijay Raman

India’s Ministry of Coal reports that, as of February 2025, coal production from captive and commercial mines has reached 167.36 million tonnes (MT) for the financial year 2024-25, marking a 32.53% increase from the 126.28 MT produced by February 28, 2024. Coal dispatches have also risen significantly, totaling 170.66 MT for the current financial year, a 32.86% increase compared to the 128.45 MT recorded in the previous year.  Notably, Bhaskarpara Coal Mine, operated by M/s Prakash Industries Limited, commenced production on February 15, 2025, with a Peak Rated Capacity (PRC)…

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Indian researchers discover fatigue-resistant alloys

Vijay Raman

Researchers have developed an innovative approach to designing fatigue-resistant multi-principal element alloys (MPEAs), opening new possibilities for their application and further exploration.MPEAs are a novel class of materials composed of multiple principal elements rather than just one or two. Traditionally, it is believed that increasing strength through compositional modifications or the addition of brittle phases adversely affects fatigue life. Challenging these notions, Dr. Ankur Chauhan and his team from the Department of Materials Engineering, Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore, systematically explored the role of two critical microstructural features in…

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IWAI & J&K Govt Ink MoU to Boost River Cruise Tourism

Vijay Raman

On March 6, 2025, the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Jammu and Kashmir to enhance river cruise tourism across three National Waterways in the Union Territory. Under this agreement, IWAI will invest approximately ₹100 crore to develop both waterside and landside infrastructure. This includes the installation of ten floating jetties and the construction of passenger amenities such as waiting halls. Specifically, two jetties will be placed on the Chenab River at Akhnoor and Reasi, seven on the Jhelum River…

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