DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 admit card likely to be released today: Check steps to download hall tickets here

DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 admit card likely to be released today: Check steps to download hall tickets here

Candidates shortlisted for the DRDO CEPTAM 11 Tier 2 examination are awaiting the release of their admit cards as the recruitment test approaches. Scheduled for June 15, the examination is part of the selection process for 764 technical positions. Hall tickets will be available online through the official DRDO portal once activated. The Defence Research…

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Before ‘Maa Behen’, Suresh Triveni had one BIG CONCERN as Triptii Dimri became the ‘Animal’ sensation: ‘My fear was whether she would…’

Before ‘Maa Behen’, Suresh Triveni had one BIG CONCERN as Triptii Dimri became the ‘Animal’ sensation: ‘My fear was whether she would…’

Director Suresh Triveni has nothing but praise for Triptii Dimri, but he admits there was a brief period when he feared he might lose her to stardom. With ‘Maa Behen’ earning appreciation from viewers following its release, the filmmaker reflected on casting the actress long before ‘Animal’ transformed her into one of the most talked-about…

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Zodiac signs that make the most loyal partners

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Loyalty is, after all, believed to be the foundation of a successful relationship. Everyone is different but astrology suggests that some zodiac signs are naturally more inclined to commitment, loyalty and long term devotion. These signs are more inclined to have your back during the ups and downs of life and value emotional security. Taurus:…

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Fight over Donald Trump’s 0,000 H-1B visa fee continues as Justice Department warns all tech companies

Fight over Donald Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee continues as Justice Department warns all tech companies

The legal battle over the Trump administration’s immigration policies has escalated as the government announced it will formally appeal a federal court ruling that blocked its $100,000 H-1B visa application fee. Alongside the appeal notice, the Department of Justice (DOJ) warned to technology firms and corporate employers nationwide to not exploit the visa system.According to…

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From Sundar Pichai to Vinod Khosla: Meet the 26 Indian-origin leaders in America’s most successful immigrants list

From Sundar Pichai to Vinod Khosla: Meet the 26 Indian-origin leaders in America’s most successful immigrants list

The story of immigration in America has long been intertwined with innovation, entrepreneurship and economic growth. In its latest ranking of America’s most successful immigrants, Forbes highlighted 250 individuals whose contributions have shaped industries ranging from technology and healthcare to finance, academia and entertainment. Among them are 26 India-born and Indian-origin leaders whose achievements have…

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UP.gov.in Uttar Pradesh has a wide and varied base of traditional crafts across its districts. From brass metalwork in Moradabad to Banarasi silk in Varanasi, zari-zardozi embroidery in Lucknow, glass beads in Firozabad and wooden toy carving in parts of Varanasi, the state’s 75 districts reflect a deep concentration of long-standing artisanal skills. For many years, however, these artisans had limited access to wider markets and often worked without formal branding, credit support or design inputs. ODOP — One District One Product — was introduced to address these gaps.What is ODOP?ODOP (One District One Product) was started by the Government of Uttar Pradesh in 2018 as an economic initiative that assigns one signature product per district and supports its development across the entire value chain. This includes access to raw materials, training in skills, product design, branding, packaging, and support for exports. Later, the programme was adopted at the national level by the Government of India under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries and expanded across states.District-level products are chosen based on existing local production, strength of the artisan or producer base, export possibilities, and potential for employment generation. Some examples include leather goods from Agra, peda from Mathura, knives from Rampur, jaggery from Bijnor, and flutes from Pilibhit.Who benefits?The programme focuses on the wider ecosystem connected to each product, such as artisans, small manufacturers, weavers, farmers, traders, and logistics workers. Primary support is directed toward micro and small enterprises (MSMEs) and individual craft workers in rural and semi-urban regions. Special attention is given to women entrepreneurs, SC/ST communities, and first-time business owners.Support measures include subsidies for capital investment (margin money support up to Rs 25 lakh for projects up to Rs 50 lakh), interest subsidies on loans, assistance in Geographical Indication (GI) tagging, help with design and packaging improvement, participation in trade fairs, and access to e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, and government marketplaces.How to applyArtisans and MSMEs can access ODOP support through the following channels:ODOP Portal: Register on odopup. in as a beneficiary under your district’s product category.District Industries Centre (DIC): Apply locally for margin money subsidy and skill development programmes.MSME Facilitation Centre: Get assistance with loan applications, cluster registration, and export documentation.Common Service Centre (CSC): Use for Aadhaar-linked registration and support for e-commerce onboarding in rural areas.From Moradabad to Dubai: export success storiesODOP has contributed to growth in Uttar Pradesh’s export sector. In Moradabad, known as the ‘Brass City’, support for the brassware cluster has enabled artisans to access GI tagging, co-branding under the “UP Crafts” mark, and listings on global e-commerce platforms such as Amazon Global. Products that were earlier sold mainly in domestic wholesale markets are now being exported to countries including the UAE, UK, and the USA, often at higher value realization. Many participating artisans report an increase of around 60–80 per cent in export earnings compared to domestic sales.In Varanasi, Banarasi silk sarees have been repositioned for global markets under the ODOP framework. GI registration, design support through government-backed institutes, and export clusters at events such as the UP International Trade Show have helped weavers access higher-value markets and improved pricing outcomes compared to earlier years.The 2026 visionThe Government of Uttar Pradesh aims to achieve Rs 25,000 crore in ODOP-linked exports by 2026. With 75 districts mapped to 75 products and a state branding system under the “UP Crafts” label, the programme is being positioned as part of the state’s broader economic development strategy.ODOP is also being linked with the PM Vishwakarma Yojana, a central government initiative for traditional artisans, to create a combined support system covering training, credit access, and market linkage for the informal craft sector.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSC Refuses Relief For Congress’ Meenakshi Natarajan In Rajya Sabha Nomination DisputeBomb Threat On Delhi-Bound IndiGo Flight Turns Out To Be Hoax, 180 Passengers Deboarded At LucknowHooghly Row: Huge Cache Of Government Relief Material Recovered Near Ex-TMC MLA’s ResidenceMajor Crack In TMC: 19 Lok Sabha MPs Led By Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar Seek Separate RecognitionEx-TMC Leader Ritabrata Remains LoP As Calcutta HC Rejects Stay Plea | WatchAir India 171 Probe On Track As Investigators Prepare Comprehensive Final Report | WatchAFSPA May Go From Entire Northeast By 2027 As Centre Cites Peace, Growth And StabilityCongress Plans Massive Nationwide Stir Against Centre, Targets Inflation, Job Crisis And Paper LeaksAbhishek Banerjee Faces Six-Hour CID Interrogation In Bengal Signature Forgery CaseStone Shatters Window Of Shatabdi Express Near Firozabad; RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Was On Board123PhotostoriesAnkita Lokhande and Vicky Jain’s Rs 50 crore lavish house: Grand entrance, a massive living room and more8 GI-tagged Bengali sweets that are a must-tryRahul Dravid shares a unique bond with son Anvay Dravid: 6 parenting tips to borrow from him9 unique masks from India and their stories every traveller should know5 warning signs of hearing loss most people ignore10 unhealthy habits that could be stopping you from moving ahead in life, as per psychologyTejasswi Prakash shares 5 powerful life lessons for women that can change the way you thinkHow to identify snake eggs: 7 Signs that can help you tell them apart from other reptile eggs8 budget-friendly localities in Bengaluru offering good connectivity and affordable rentsYou’re always the listener, never the priority: Psychology explains what that does to you123Hot PicksSpaceX IPOGulf of Oman attackJaspal RanaShakiraIndia Vs Afghanistan HighlightsISC Revaluation ResultSpaceX IPODelhi weatherIndustrial fuel banTop TrendingTMC rebel MPKakoli Ghosh DastidarSpaceX IPOFIFA World Cup 2026Nipah virusSean SticklandBharatiya Antariksh HackathonKerala SSLC Revaluation ResultUPSC result 2026CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result

UP.gov.in Uttar Pradesh has a wide and varied base of traditional crafts across its districts. From brass metalwork in Moradabad to Banarasi silk in Varanasi, zari-zardozi embroidery in Lucknow, glass beads in Firozabad and wooden toy carving in parts of Varanasi, the state’s 75 districts reflect a deep concentration of long-standing artisanal skills. For many years, however, these artisans had limited access to wider markets and often worked without formal branding, credit support or design inputs. ODOP — One District One Product — was introduced to address these gaps.What is ODOP?ODOP (One District One Product) was started by the Government of Uttar Pradesh in 2018 as an economic initiative that assigns one signature product per district and supports its development across the entire value chain. This includes access to raw materials, training in skills, product design, branding, packaging, and support for exports. Later, the programme was adopted at the national level by the Government of India under the Ministry of Food Processing Industries and expanded across states.District-level products are chosen based on existing local production, strength of the artisan or producer base, export possibilities, and potential for employment generation. Some examples include leather goods from Agra, peda from Mathura, knives from Rampur, jaggery from Bijnor, and flutes from Pilibhit.Who benefits?The programme focuses on the wider ecosystem connected to each product, such as artisans, small manufacturers, weavers, farmers, traders, and logistics workers. Primary support is directed toward micro and small enterprises (MSMEs) and individual craft workers in rural and semi-urban regions. Special attention is given to women entrepreneurs, SC/ST communities, and first-time business owners.Support measures include subsidies for capital investment (margin money support up to Rs 25 lakh for projects up to Rs 50 lakh), interest subsidies on loans, assistance in Geographical Indication (GI) tagging, help with design and packaging improvement, participation in trade fairs, and access to e-commerce platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, and government marketplaces.How to applyArtisans and MSMEs can access ODOP support through the following channels:ODOP Portal: Register on odopup. in as a beneficiary under your district’s product category.District Industries Centre (DIC): Apply locally for margin money subsidy and skill development programmes.MSME Facilitation Centre: Get assistance with loan applications, cluster registration, and export documentation.Common Service Centre (CSC): Use for Aadhaar-linked registration and support for e-commerce onboarding in rural areas.From Moradabad to Dubai: export success storiesODOP has contributed to growth in Uttar Pradesh’s export sector. In Moradabad, known as the ‘Brass City’, support for the brassware cluster has enabled artisans to access GI tagging, co-branding under the “UP Crafts” mark, and listings on global e-commerce platforms such as Amazon Global. Products that were earlier sold mainly in domestic wholesale markets are now being exported to countries including the UAE, UK, and the USA, often at higher value realization. Many participating artisans report an increase of around 60–80 per cent in export earnings compared to domestic sales.In Varanasi, Banarasi silk sarees have been repositioned for global markets under the ODOP framework. GI registration, design support through government-backed institutes, and export clusters at events such as the UP International Trade Show have helped weavers access higher-value markets and improved pricing outcomes compared to earlier years.The 2026 visionThe Government of Uttar Pradesh aims to achieve Rs 25,000 crore in ODOP-linked exports by 2026. With 75 districts mapped to 75 products and a state branding system under the “UP Crafts” label, the programme is being positioned as part of the state’s broader economic development strategy.ODOP is also being linked with the PM Vishwakarma Yojana, a central government initiative for traditional artisans, to create a combined support system covering training, credit access, and market linkage for the informal craft sector.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosSC Refuses Relief For Congress’ Meenakshi Natarajan In Rajya Sabha Nomination DisputeBomb Threat On Delhi-Bound IndiGo Flight Turns Out To Be Hoax, 180 Passengers Deboarded At LucknowHooghly Row: Huge Cache Of Government Relief Material Recovered Near Ex-TMC MLA’s ResidenceMajor Crack In TMC: 19 Lok Sabha MPs Led By Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar Seek Separate RecognitionEx-TMC Leader Ritabrata Remains LoP As Calcutta HC Rejects Stay Plea | WatchAir India 171 Probe On Track As Investigators Prepare Comprehensive Final Report | WatchAFSPA May Go From Entire Northeast By 2027 As Centre Cites Peace, Growth And StabilityCongress Plans Massive Nationwide Stir Against Centre, Targets Inflation, Job Crisis And Paper LeaksAbhishek Banerjee Faces Six-Hour CID Interrogation In Bengal Signature Forgery CaseStone Shatters Window Of Shatabdi Express Near Firozabad; RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Was On Board123PhotostoriesAnkita Lokhande and Vicky Jain’s Rs 50 crore lavish house: Grand entrance, a massive living room and more8 GI-tagged Bengali sweets that are a must-tryRahul Dravid shares a unique bond with son Anvay Dravid: 6 parenting tips to borrow from him9 unique masks from India and their stories every traveller should know5 warning signs of hearing loss most people ignore10 unhealthy habits that could be stopping you from moving ahead in life, as per psychologyTejasswi Prakash shares 5 powerful life lessons for women that can change the way you thinkHow to identify snake eggs: 7 Signs that can help you tell them apart from other reptile eggs8 budget-friendly localities in Bengaluru offering good connectivity and affordable rentsYou’re always the listener, never the priority: Psychology explains what that does to you123Hot PicksSpaceX IPOGulf of Oman attackJaspal RanaShakiraIndia Vs Afghanistan HighlightsISC Revaluation ResultSpaceX IPODelhi weatherIndustrial fuel banTop TrendingTMC rebel MPKakoli Ghosh DastidarSpaceX IPOFIFA World Cup 2026Nipah virusSean SticklandBharatiya Antariksh HackathonKerala SSLC Revaluation ResultUPSC result 2026CBSE Class 10 Second Board Result

Uttar Pradesh has a wide and varied base of traditional crafts across its districts. From brass metalwork in Moradabad to Banarasi silk in Varanasi, zari-zardozi embroidery in Lucknow, glass beads in Firozabad and wooden toy carving in parts of Varanasi, the state’s 75 districts reflect a deep concentration of long-standing artisanal skills. For many years,…

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Jun 12, 2026, 16:31 IST

Jun 12, 2026, 16:31 IST

Kane Williamson (AFP Photo) NEW DELHI: New Zealand great Kane Williamson on Friday announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing the curtain down on one of the most distinguished careers in the country’s cricketing history.The 35-year-old’s decision marks the end of an era for New Zealand cricket, with Williamson stepping away from all international formats…

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MP Board Class 12th supplementary exam result released at result.mponline.gov.in: Direct link to download scorecards here

MP Board Class 12th supplementary exam result released at result.mponline.gov.in: Direct link to download scorecards here

The MP Board has released the Class 12 Supplementary Examination Result 2026, providing students with an opportunity to improve their academic record or clear subjects they could not pass in the main examination. Candidates can now download their scorecards online and use the updated results for college admissions, counselling and other academic requirements. The Madhya…

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Did Nana Patekar take a dig at ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ makers for not having him and Anil Kapoor in the film? Or is it an AI post? Here’s the truth

Did Nana Patekar take a dig at ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ makers for not having him and Anil Kapoor in the film? Or is it an AI post? Here’s the truth

Ever since the trailer of ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ was unveiled at a star-studded launch event in Mumbai on June 11, the film has remained a hot topic among moviegoers. While many were excited to see the franchise return with a massive cast, the trailer has sparked mixed reactions online.Amid the ongoing discussions, social media…

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How Simon Doull predicted Kane Williamson’s shock retirement days before the announcement

How Simon Doull predicted Kane Williamson’s shock retirement days before the announcement

Kane Williamson and Simon Doull (Agency Image) What initially appeared to be a passing remark during a live broadcast has now turned out to be a remarkably accurate prediction.Just five days before Kane Williamson stunned the cricketing world by announcing his retirement from international cricket, former New Zealand pacer and commentator Simon Doull had dropped…

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US-Iran war impact: Retail inflation rises marginally to 3.93% in May, food inflation edges up to 4.78%

US-Iran war impact: Retail inflation rises marginally to 3.93% in May, food inflation edges up to 4.78%

Retail inflation, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), rose to 3.93% in May 2026 from 3.48% in April, according to data released by the government on Friday.Food inflation also increased during the month, with the Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI)-based inflation rate rising to 4.78% from 4.20% in April, the government data showed.The CPI…

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‘Digging own grave’: Workers strapped with cameras to train AI on household chores draw backlash

‘Digging own grave’: Workers strapped with cameras to train AI on household chores draw backlash

Nagireddy Sriramyachandra spends an hour in her kitchen slicing mangoes, but she is not making a cooking video. Instead, she is helping train artificial intelligence-powered robots.With a smartphone strapped to her head, the 25-year-old records herself carrying out everyday household tasks. The footage is then sent to an AI data company that uses it to…

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Helen Mirren denies tension with Tom Hardy amid ‘MobLand’ firing claims: ‘I love Tom, I think he’s the most amazing actor’

Helen Mirren denies tension with Tom Hardy amid ‘MobLand’ firing claims: ‘I love Tom, I think he’s the most amazing actor’

In a striking show of solidarity, Helen Mirren has come to Tom Hardy’s defense amid swirling rumors about ‘MobLand’ turmoil, showering accolades on his exceptional acting prowess. She conveyed her excitement for another project together, countering reports of tension on set and casting doubt on claims of Hardy’s potential exit. Helen Mirren has pushed back…

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