Maharashtra, a significant state in western India, has made substantial progress in education. However, like many regions, it faces challenges in literacy rates. This article explores the district of Maharashtra with the lowest literacy rate, highlighting factors contributing to its situation and ongoing efforts for improvement. An Overview of Maharashtra Maharashtra, located in western India,…

In a significant move ahead of the October 2024 Legislative Assembly election, Maharashtra has become the first state to adopt the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for its employees, just hours after the central government introduced the scheme. This decision is poised to benefit approximately 13.5 lakh state employees across various sectors, including recognized and grant-aided…

The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) is organising the next World Water Week on 25-29 August 2024. World Water Week is the leading conference on global water issues, held every year since 1991. Theme and Vision The Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) has announced that World Water Week 2024 will center around the theme “Bridging…

The Indian Pumpkin, known as “Kaddu” in Hindu, boasts the prestigious distinction of being national vegetable of India. Its widespread cultivation throughout the country, coupled with its resilience in various soil conditions, firmly establishes it as a key component in Indian culinary practices. This versatile vegetable can be cultivated as both a climbing plant and…

The Ministry of Home Affairs has decided to create five new districts in the union territory of Ladakh, said home minister Amit Shah on August 26. Vision of P.M Modi “In pursuit of Narendra Modi’s vision to build a developed and prosperous Ladakh, the MHA has decided to create five new districts in the union territory. Benefits of…

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Arun Agarwal, a Dallas-based Indian-American entrepreneur, as the Chairman of the Texas Economic Development Corporation (TEDC) Board of Directors. This role involves marketing Texas as a premier business destination both domestically and globally. Agarwal’s appointment highlights Texas’s commitment to diversity and the increasing influence of Indian-American leaders in significant…

As nations strive to cut fossil fuel use and address climate change, solar energy is gaining prominence. This renewable source offers a cleaner alternative and is being embraced worldwide. In this article, we highlight the top 10 solar energy-producing countries that are leading the charge in harnessing the sun’s power. These nations are at the…