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Power supply hours in rural areas up from 12.5 to 23 in past decade

Stating this while chairing the meeting of the Consultative Committee of the MPs for the Ministry of Power here on Thursday, Union Minister of Power and Housing & Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, said the implementation of smart meters installations, the Minister stated that smart meters benefit both consumer and distribution companies by reducing billing errors, enhancing energy efficiency, and providing greater convenience for users and help DISCOMs in reducing losses, optimisation of power purchase cost, integration of renewable energy, etc.

Rs 20,000 stipend for future internet governance leaders

Global mentorship, expert guidance and Rs 20,000 stipends for future internet governance leaders are the highlights of the internet governance internship and capacity building scheme launched by the National Internet Exchange of India today.

Over 1,000 women to receive ‘diksha’;gain entry into Akhadas

The Mahakumbh is set to make history not only as a spiritual event but also as a testament to women's empowerment and inclusiveness.The 13 Akhadas are gearing up to hoist the flag of tradition once again during the upcoming Amrit Snan on Mauni Amavasya on January 29.

Dalai Lama says his dreams indicate he may live till 110 years

“As far as I’m concerned, I have a spiritual bond with the people of the Land of Snow and they have unwavering faith in me, as do the people of the Himalayan Region. What’s more, people around the world, whether they are Buddhists or not, have expressed admiration for what I’ve done," said the Dalai Lama.