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Smart Cities Mission train officers in data-driven governance
January 15, 2021 3:47 pm
In each of the 100 Smart Cities across the country, the appointed City Data Officer (CDO) is currently undergoing a six-week training by the Centre’s Smart Cities Mission and Tata Trusts to reimagine how data and information can solve local issues.
Arun Jaitley argues for deeper engagement with ADB
May 05, 2015 2:33 am
With Cabinet approval in place for setting up 100 smart cities, finance minister Arun Jaitley on Monday called for “deeper engagement” with the Asian Development Bank.
Idea of toilets on foot overbridge wins top prize at IIT
January 05, 2015 2:06 am
The competition was part of the Techfest at the IIT, inspired by Modi's 100 smart city vision.
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2 planes, same flight number: How a US air traffic controller averted a mid-air collision
Updated: August 16, 2026 04:50 IST
A US air traffic controller averted a major disaster after two American Airlines flights were assigned the same call sign. Read how the ATC kept the two planes safely separated.
World News Updates: 6.4-magnitude earthquake strikes Northern Sumatra, Indonesia
Updated: August 16, 2026 04:49 IST
The quake occurred at a depth of 168 kilometres (104.39 miles), with its epicentre located on land about 11 km southeast of Simalungun, according to the agency's statement.
‘Pradhan Sevak’ to ‘New India’, Viksit Bharat: Arc of PM Modi’s I-Day speeches since 2014
Updated: August 16, 2026 04:30 IST
In the course of his 13 consecutive Independence Day speeches, Modi’s pitch has shifted from an early emphasis on a more responsive government and everyday delivery to a larger project of economic transformation, national security and self-reliance
Why Kerala government skipped Vande Mataram on Independence Day despite Congress-led states complying
Updated: August 16, 2026 04:30 IST
Significantly, despite the government skipping the song at the state function, Vande Mataram was sung at events at the Lok Bhavan and also in the BJP-ruled Thiruvananthapuram municipal corporation.
Rahul Gandhi gets privilege notice over his ‘grave allegations’ against Amit Shah
Updated: August 16, 2026 04:29 IST
Rahul Gandhi has been asked to respond by August 28 after BJP MPs Sanjay Jaiswal and Anurag Thakur submitted notices to Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.
Uttarakhand tunnel accident: Death toll rises to 8, search on for 2 more workers
Updated: August 16, 2026 04:25 IST
22 workers were trapped inside the under-construction tunnel at a hydroelectric project site in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli after water and debris gushed into it following the landslide.
Moving to Canada? 6 emergency basics Indian families should know
Updated: August 16, 2026 04:24 IST
This guide covers some basic emergency preparedness steps for Indian families settling in Canada. It is not a substitute for certified first-aid training. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
‘Teach you a lesson’: Meerut Blinkit agent thrashed over late grocery delivery
Updated: August 16, 2026 04:24 IST
The incident came to light after a video of the assault began circulating widely on social media, drawing the attention of local authorities.
US court upholds $565m award for Indian startup, blow to ISRO’s Antrix Corp
Updated: August 16, 2026 04:23 IST
The US court dismissed Antrix Corp’s argument that the case should have been decided in India, noting that foreign courts cannot order the seizure of assets in the US to enforce arbitration awards.
UP’s Gen Z push amid protests: Coaching on campuses, IAS-IPS mentors, youth panel
Updated: August 16, 2026 04:22 IST
On Independence Day, CM Yogi Adityanath announced a new Youth Policy focused on skills, innovation and employment. Here’s the broader plan
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