Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 25 dived into the Arabian Sea off the coast of Gujarat to perform an underwater puja in the remains of the ancient submerged city of Lord Krishna’s Dwarka. In the photos shared by the PM on his ‘X’ handle, he can be seen in scuba gear and descending into the azure waters to offer prayers at the site steeped in historical and spiritual significance. Earlier in the day, PM Narendra Modi in Dwarka offered prayers at Beyt Dwarka Temple. After offering prayers at the temple, Prime Minister inaugurated the Sudarshan Setu in Dwarka. It is the longest cable-stayed bridge of the country that has been constructed at the cost of ₹ 979 crore.
25 February,2024 06:45 PM ISTThe World’s first portable hospital, ‘Aarogya Maitri Aid Cube’ was unveiled on December 02 in Gurugram. Designed indigenously under the Project ‘BHISHM’, it was initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and jointly developed by the Ministry of Health, Ministry of Defence, and the National Security Council. This cube is tailored to treat up to 200 casualties, emphasizing rapid response and comprehensive care. In the face of mass casualty incidents (MCIs), where requirements range from basic aid to advanced medical and surgical care, the Aid Cube stands out with its ability to be deployed within 12 minutes. The portable hospital includes 72 detachable mini-cubes and these cubes can be converted into a surgical station that has all the facilities where small operating procedures can also be performed. It can handle bullet injuries, burns, head, spinal and chest injuries, minor surgeries, fractures and major bleeding. These cubes are light and portable, and can be rapidly deployed anywhere, from airdrops to ground transportation. It represents a transformative leap in India’s humanitarian efforts and emergency response capabilities. Under this project, India has pledged to provide essential medical supplies to any developing country affected by natural disasters or humanitarian crises.
03 December,2023 12:12 PM ISTA cheetah cub ‘Jwala’ died at Kuno National Park of Madhya Pradesh on May 23 due to immense weakness. Veterinary doctors took the cub to a hospital, however, after 5-10 minutes it died. Further details of the cause of death can be given after the post-mortem. These cheetahs were brought from Namibia and South Africa. On April 24, a male cheetah ‘Uday’ died in Kuno National Park. Uday was among the first batch of 12 cheetahs that were brought from South Africa on Feb 2023.
24 May,2023 11:22 AM IST | MumbaiA female tigress named Shila gave birth to four cubs in the Bengal Safari park near Siliguri on 22nd March this year, according to West Bengal Zoo Authority officials. On October 10, West-Bengal Zoo Authority, released four tiger cubs at the open tiger enclosure in the Bengal Safari park near Siliguri, so that people moving in the vehicles can enjoy the tiger safari
11 October,2022 03:16 PM ISTAccording to Indian Cube Association (ICA) Rachhit Kalra has become the youngest Cuber of India. At the age of 3, he is skilled in solving three kinds of cubes—3x3x3, 2x2 and the Pyraminx. The 3-year-old is now a part of the 5.8 per cent of the world's population that can solve the Cubes.
06 March,2022 02:35 PM IST | MumbaiKaruna is mesmerised by the spectacular sight of the large corals underwater, as she goes scuba diving for the first time. Video courtesy: NDTV
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16 July,2012 09:03 AM ISTToronto Zoo's yet-to-be-named irresistible animal has developed a huge following since his birth
31 January,2014 03:58 PM ISTFour Asiatic lionesses have given birth to 11 cubs in Gir National Park in Saurashtra region of Gujarat. Deputy Conservator of Forest, Gir National Park, Sandeep Kumar said that four lionesses have given birth to 11 cubs in the park.
18 July,2015 03:42 PM IST5-year-old Kabyanil Talukdar from Guwahati is happy after winning gold at the Rubik’S cube world championship held at Sao Paulo, Brazil in July this year
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