New Delhi, Feb 07 (ANI): Online multiplayer action game 'FAU-G: Fearless and United Guards', which is the Indian alternative for PUB-G, has now released globally after launching in India on January 26, 2021. According to Mashable, the announcement was made by the games developer 'nCore Games' on Twitter where they stated, "FAU-G goes global #1 Free game FAU-G, proudly made in India, is now available worldwide". This means that now people outside of India would also be able to download the app on their Android smartphones. The game hasn't yet released for iOS smartphones and there's currently no information as to when it will be released for iOS users. FAU-G developers had also announced right after the game launch in India that FAU-G has become the top free game on Google Play. In fact, FAU-G reached five million downloads within 24 hours of its launch. As per Mashable, public reaction to the game has been mixed. Many have criticized the game for its basic storyline and features, while
Bhubaneswar (Odisha), Feb 07 (ANI): Cuttack's forest officer Sasmita Lenka has been felicitated with UN's Asia Environmental Enforcement Award. Sasmita Lenka expressed her happiness over receiving the award as she has become the first from the state to receive it. Lenka said, "I am glad my work was noticed and I have been nominated for this prestigious award. No one has received it before from Odisha so I am feeling very happy and privileged. We have got this award for our work towards bursting rackets of Indian pangolin's trafficking. So far we have arrested 28 smugglers."
New Delhi, Feb 06 (ANI): Additional Secretary of Union Health Ministry, Manohar Agnani gave brief about states which have vaccinated over 60% of healthcare workers. He said, "Bihar 76.6%, MP 76.1%, Tripura 76%, U'khand 71.5%, Mizoram 69.7%, UP 69%, Kerala 68.1%, Odisha 67.6%, Rajasthan 67.3%, HP 66.8%, Lakshadweep 64.5%, Andaman 62.9%, Chhattisgarh 60.5%." Among above listed states, Bihar topped in vaccinating healthcare workers.
Vijayawada (AP), Feb 06 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar reacted on 'Toolkit', shared by climate activist Greta Thunberg, by saying "it has revealed a lot" and 'we have to wait and see what else comes out'. He asserted that there was a reason why Foreign Ministry reacted to statements which some celebrities gave out on matters on which they obviously didn't know very much.
Vijayawada (AP), Feb 06 (ANI): External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar hailed the currently presented Union Budget and said that 5-10 years from now, people will remember 2021-2022 budget. "You will remember the budget, this vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat was made into a plan, presented to the country with the resources with the expenditure etc which will make Atma Nirbhar Bharat happen," he said.
Katni (Madhya Pradesh), Feb 06 (ANI): Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan inaugurated various development projects in Katni on February 06. While addressing the public, CM Chouhan said, "In next three years, there'll be taps and drinking water in every house. Poor will be provided with money to build pucca houses. About 3,25,000 Ayushman cards were made including free treatment upto Rs 5 lakh for needy."
New Delhi, Feb 05 (ANI): External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar addressed ASEAN-India Hackathon grand finale on February 04 via video conferencing. EAM Jaishankar said that India identified cooperation in maritime domain as priority under ASEAN-India strategic partnership. "Development of coastal infrastructure, protection of marine ecosystems and providing sustained livelihoods to coastal communities are of topical interest to both ASEAN and India," he added.
Kanpur (UP), Feb 05 (ANI): IIT Kanpur's Aeronautics Department in collaboration with a start-up have developed an unmanned drone-helicopter. This drone-helicopter can be used for long-endurance surveillance and vaccine distribution. With the capacity to carry weight up to 5kg, it can cover distance of 50km. As the weight reduces, the distance can be increased to 100km. Drone-helicopter can fly up to 11,500 feet but the long range trails are to be held soon. Department of Aerospace Engineering's Professor Abhishek said, "It operates on petrol and can go working for straight 3-4 hours. It can be used for vaccine distribution in far-flung areas."
Bengaluru, Feb 04 (ANI): Defence Minister of India, Rajnath Singh met Defence Minister of Madagascar, Richard Rakotonirina in Bengaluru on February 04. He also presented two mementos to his counterpart during the meeting. "Congratulations to the government, especially the Ministry of Defence because it has been brave to organise such an event in the context which is prevailing now of COVID-19 pandemic," said Rakotonirina to ANI.
Bengaluru, Feb 04 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met the delegation of Comoros in Bengaluru on February 04. The delegation led by Comoros Minister of Foreign Affairs Dhoihir Dhoulkamal. Both the leaders stressed upon adding momentum to India-Comoros friendship and cooperation.
New Delhi, Feb 04 (ANI): The Union Health Ministry on February 04 informed that government is using 1239 private and 5912 public hospitals as vaccination session sites. "While we are doing the immunization of health care and frontline workers across the country, we are using 1239 private as vaccination session sites. At the same time, we are using 5912 public hospitals as vaccination sites," said Union Health Secretary.
Bengaluru, Feb 04 (ANI): Indian Navy believes that each one amongst them in IOR (Indian Ocean Region) is an equal and critical partner in business of keeping seas safe and secure, said Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh on February 04 in Bengaluru. "In many ways, the future of the Indian Ocean Region hinges on the cooperative efforts of its littoral nations. Prosperity and security for all in the Indian Ocean Region can only be accomplished if the nations set out, achieve it together. Concept of security and growth for all in region remains crucial. Indian Navy believes that each one amongst us in IOR (Indian Ocean Region) is an equal and critical partner in business of keeping seas safe and secure," said Navy Chief.
New Delhi, Feb 04 (ANI): The Union Health Ministry on February 04 informed that 251 districts in India have not reported any COVID related deaths in the last 3 weeks. "There are two states that have 70% of the active cases - Kerala and Maharashtra. 47 districts haven't reported new COVID-19 cases in last 3 weeks and 251 districts have not reported any COVID related deaths in the last 3 weeks," said Union Health Secretary.
Bengaluru, Feb 04 (ANI): Indian Ocean Region forms an important part of oceanic commons shared by the world, said Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at an event in Bengaluru on February 04. "The region has, for a large part of human history, been central to evolution of societies and has had an everlasting impact on relations between littoral nations. Indian Ocean Region acts as a constant source of resources, particularly in sectors of fisheries, aquaculture, ocean energy, sea-bed mining and minerals. It provides tremendous economic opportunities to develop marine tourism and shipping activities," he added.
Bengaluru, Feb 04 (ANI): While addressing an event in Bengaluru on February 04, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, "India, due to its geo-strategic location in Indian Ocean Region, maritime character, historical and cultural ties with littoral states, considers it important to keep the maritime neighbourhood safe and secure, through unity and togetherness." "The four pillars of our Naval Foreign Cooperation, which are Capacity Building, Capability Enhancement, Cooperative Engagements and Collaborative Efforts, have national significance and are set to transform India's reach and capabilities, in the near and far regions," he added.
New Delhi, Feb 04 (ANI): The 'bhoomi poojan' ceremony of the Central Vista Avenue was performed by Hardeep Singh Puri, Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs here at India Gate on Thursday. With this ceremony, the work has started for the development and redevelopment of Central Vista Avenue. The Central Vista Avenue starting from North and South Block to India Gate, which includes the Rajpath, its adjoining lawns and canals, rows of tree, Vijay Chowk and the India Gate plaza, is a 3 km long stretch. The government has decided to refurbish and improve the avenue, as part of the comprehensive transformation of Central Vista. The government approved a proposal for the development of Central Vista Avenue with an estimated cost of Rs 608 crores. Moreover, the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) has been entrusted to carry out this important work. The components of development work under Phase-I include refurbishing of Landscaping and lawns. Green cover being increased from 3,50,00
New Delhi, Feb 04 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on February 04 informed that his government is going to install 100 charging stations across the Union Territory to promote electric vehicles. The aim of the government is to curb air pollution in the national capital.
New Delhi, Feb 04 (ANI): Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on February 04 informed that his government is going to provide huge subsidies on electric vehicles in order to reduce air pollution in the national capital. The Delhi Chief Minister said that his government is going to provide subsidy upto Rs 30,000 on two/three wheeler electric vehicles. The Delhi government to provide subsidy of Rs 1.5 lakh.
New Delhi/ Chauri Chaura (UP), Feb 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended inauguration of the Chauri Chaura Centenary celebrations. The event took place at Chauri Chaura in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur via video conferencing on February 04. While addressing at the event, PM Modi said, "We have to pledge that the unity of the country is our priority and its respect above everything. With this feeling, we have to move forward along with each and every people of India."
New Delhi/ Chauri Chaura (UP), Feb 04 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended inauguration of the Chauri Chaura Centenary celebrations. The event took place at Chauri Chaura in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur via video conferencing on February 04. While addressing at the event, PM Modi said, "Farmers have been behind the progress of the country. They also played important role in Chauri Chaura struggle. In the last six years, steps have been taken to make farmers self-reliant." "As a result of this, agriculture sector has grown even during the pandemic," he added. "We have taken several steps in the interest of farmers. To make mandis profitable for farmers, 1,000 more mandis will be linked to e-NAM," PM further stated.