Author: Sharad Natani
In a powerful story of love, courage, and medical excellence, a woman from Rajasthan donated 40% of her liver to save her ailing husband, becoming the first live donor in a rare liver transplant surgery at Jaipur’s Sawai Mansingh (SMS) Medical College Hospital. The 15-hour marathon surgery, performed on Saturday, marks a historic milestone for the Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery Department at SMS Hospital. Led by Dr. Dinesh Kumar Bharti, the team of surgeons executed the complex procedure that now gives hope to thousands of patients across the state. A Rare Surgery at a Government Hospital SMS Medical College Principal Dr.…
In a remarkable story of grit and determination, Bidu Nayak, a 21-year-old tribal girl from Nuapada village in Kalahandi district, has cleared NEET, opening the door to her dream of becoming a doctor. Her achievement has ignited hope in her village and across the region. From Fields to Classrooms Born to daily wage labourers Narendra and Premsilla Nayak, Bidu grew up balancing studies with agricultural work to support her family. She completed primary and high school in her village and later topped Lanjigarh Block in +2 from ST/SC Higher Secondary School in 2024. Despite her brilliance, financial hurdles nearly stopped…
The national capital’s aviation hub is set to enter a new era of passenger experience as the upgraded Terminal 2 (T2) at Indira Gandhi International Airport gears up to welcome travellers from October 26, 2025. Operated by GMR AERO-led Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), the modernized T2 promises cutting-edge technology, faster processes, and a bright, welcoming ambience. Game-Changing Passenger Experience Self Baggage Drop (SBD): Passengers can now tag and drop their luggage themselves in minutes, cutting queues and saving time. Autonomous Docking Bridges: Six state-of-the-art passenger boarding bridges from South Korea with autonomous docking — a first in India —…
The UPSC Civil Services Examination is widely regarded as one of India’s toughest and most prestigious competitive exams. It challenges candidates’ intellect, perseverance, and resilience. Among the countless aspirants who dream of serving the nation, only a few make it. Ishwar Gurjar’s story stands out as a beacon of hope and determination. A Journey Marked by Struggles Born in a modest family, Ishwar Gurjar’s early academic life was filled with setbacks. In fact, he failed his Class 10 board exams, a point at which many might have given up. But Ishwar refused to let failure define him. With grit and…
India has begun construction of the Dibang Multipurpose Project (DMP) — set to be the country’s tallest dam at 278 metres — in Arunachal Pradesh’s Lower Dibang Valley. The move comes just months after reports emerged of China’s plans to build the world’s largest hydropower project on the trans-border Yarlung Tsangpo river in Tibet. With a budget of Rs 31,875 crore and a 91-month deadline, the dam is slated for completion by 2032. The project is led by state-run NHPC Limited and aims to protect India from potential sudden water releases from Chinese dams while boosting renewable power generation. Powerhouse…
In a significant administrative development, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of retired IAS officer Amit Khare (IAS: 1985, Jharkhand cadre) as the Secretary to the Vice-President of India. This prestigious position will be held on a three-year contractual basis, with Khare assuming charge shortly. A Distinguished Bureaucrat with Over Three Decades of Service Known for his impeccable record and reform-driven approach, Amit Khare is currently serving as Advisor to the Prime Minister since October 12, 2021, overseeing crucial social sector portfolios. His career spans more than 35 years, including influential roles at both the…