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On Womens Day Chhattisgarh CM says, "13th instalment of Mahtari Vandana Yojana to be released"

Raipur (Chhattisgarh) | March 8, 2025 11:43:02 AM IST

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Saturday extended his wishes on International Women's Day. ... read..

"Women are backbone of our society": Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 11:13:05 AM IST

Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Saturday said that women are the backbone of our society. ... read..

"Must make daughters self-reliant," says Delhi CM Rekha Gupta on International Women's Day

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 11:13:01 AM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday interacted with people at her residence as they gathered to meet and greet her. ... read..

On International Women's Day. Armed forces salute Col Ponung Doming commanding highest task force of BRO

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 1:43:09 PM IST

Showcasing Nari Shakti in the Armed Forces, Col Ponung Doming is commanding the highest task force of the Border Roads Organisation and has set the highest standards, inspiring woman to be a part of the coveted group. ... read..

International Women's Day: Two women scientists take over PM Modi's 'X' handle to share their stories

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 10:43:09 AM IST

Two women scientists on Saturday took over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's social media account to share their work and experiences with their countrymen on International Women's Day. ... read..

"Nari Shakti is breaking barriers": Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on International Women's Day

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 10:43:06 AM IST

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said that Nari Shakti in India is breaking barriers, rewriting history and shaping a brighter future for the country. ... read..

PM Modl's 'Lakhpati Didi' program in Navsari to have 1.5 lakh women in attendance, security to be handled by women officials

Surat (Gujarat) | March 8, 2025 10:43:01 AM IST

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's scheduled address at a gathering during the 'Lakhpati Didi' program in Navsari, Gujarat, today, on the occasion of International Women's Day, Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi said that more than 1.5 lakh women w ... read..

Telangana: Hyderabad Police organises "Run for Action-2025" program on International Women's Day

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 8, 2025 10:42:59 AM IST

As the world celebrates International Women's Day, the Hyderabad City Police has organised the "Run For Action-2025" program. This program has been organised at the People's Plaza, located in Necklace Road in Hyderabad. ... read..

Om Birla inaugurates exhibition depicting women members of Constitution Assembly in Parliament House Annexe

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 10:42:51 AM IST

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated an exhibition by the National Commission for Women in Parliament House Annexe depicting women members of the Constitution Assembly on Saturday, the occasion of International Women's Day. ... read..

Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya participates in 'Fit India Cycling' event

Rangareddy (Hyderabad) | March 8, 2025 10:42:49 AM IST

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya on Saturday participated in 'Fit India Cycling' event on the occasion of International Women's Day in Ranga Reddy district of Telangana. ... read..

"If I did it, you can do it too": Anita Devi shares her startup journey on PM Modi's 'X' handle

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 10:42:47 AM IST

Anita Devi, a resident of Anantapur village in Bihar's Nalanda district, took over Prime Minister Narendra Modi's social media account to share her startup journey on the occasion of International Women's Day. ... read..

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi extends wishes on International Women's Day

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 10:12:57 AM IST

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Saturday extended greetings on the occasion of International Women's Day while emphasizing the need for women's increased role and participation in different domains to make the country more powerful. ... read..

'Who will hold Nitish Kumar accountable for women's suffering in Bihar?': Tejashwi Yadav on International Women's Day

Patna (Bihar) | March 8, 2025 10:12:53 AM IST

On the occasion of International Women's Day, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav launched a scathing attack on Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's government, accusing HIM of failing to address the issues faced by women in the state. ... read..

"Deviation from Constitution cause for concern": BJP targets Siddaramaiah govt over Muslim reservation announcement in budget

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 9:43:08 AM IST

Amid a row after the Karnataka government announced a four per cent reservation for Muslims in public works contracts, Bharatiya Janata Party said that this deviation from Babasaheb Ambedkar's Constitution is a cause for concern. ... read..

Fit India Pink Cyclothon season 2 'Shashakt Nari' flagged off in Delhi on International Women's Day

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 9:43:06 AM IST

The Fit India Pink Cyclothon Season 2, named "Shashakt Nari," was flagged off in Delhi on the occasion of International Women's Day. ... read..

"Stand together, Stand independent," Sailors of INSV Tarini extend wishes on International Women's Day

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 9:43:05 AM IST

Lt Cdr Dilna and Lt Cdr Roopa sailing INSV Tarini, which is sailing around the earth as part of the Sagar Parikrama, extended their greetings on the occasion of International Women's Day. ... read..

International Women's Day: All women crew operates Vande Bharat Express for first time

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 8, 2025 9:43:01 AM IST

To mark International Women's Day uniquely, the Central Railways is operating a Vande Bharat Express with an all-women crew for the first time. ... read..

Women's Day: At Mumbai Metro's all-women station, employees say "proud of the work"

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 8, 2025 9:43:00 AM IST

In a unique display of women's empowerment on the occasion of International Women's Day, Akurli Metro Station has become one of the Mumbai Metro's all-women stations. Female employees stated that they felt proud to do their jobs. ... read..

"I remember Rajiv Gandhi on this day because...": Congress' Shama Mohamed extends wishes on International Women's Day

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 9:13:23 AM IST

Congress leader Shama Mohamed on Saturday extended her wishes on the occasion of International Women's Day and remembered former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi on the day. ... read..

"PM Modi is standing with us, women of country can touch sky": Rajasthan DyCM extends wishes on International Women's Day

Jaipur (Rajasthan) | March 8, 2025 9:13:21 AM IST

Rajasthan's Deputy Chief Minister, Diya Kumari, on Saturday extended her wishes on International Women's Day and emphasized that with the support of the present government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, women have the potential to reach new heights, ... read..

'Women's voices are being heard': BJP's Nida Khan on Women's Day

Bareilly (Uttar Pradesh) | March 8, 2025 9:13:19 AM IST

On the occasion of Women's Day, BJP leader and activist Nida Khan, known for her fight against triple talaq, reflected on the significant improvements in the condition of women over the past two decades. ... read..

"Nothing but political war": Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar on row over three language policy

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 8, 2025 9:13:16 AM IST

Following the row over allegations of attempt to impose the Hindi language in Tamil Nadu, Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar clarified that in the three-language formula, the emphasis was on the mother tongue. ... read..

"We bow to our Nari Shakti": PM Modi wishes on International Women's Day

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 9:13:14 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tribute to 'Nari Shakti,' recognizing the strength and contributions of women on the occasion of International Women's Day. ... read..

Himachal Board cancels Class 12 English exam amid possibility of paper leak

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 8, 2025 9:13:09 AM IST

The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education has cancelled the Class 12 English examination for the March 2025 session across all examination centres in the State due to the possibility of a paper leak. ... read..

Women power is essential for society's development: Uttarakhand CM Dhami extends wishes on International Women's Day

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 8, 2025 9:13:08 AM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday greeted the people of the state, especially the women's power, on the occasion of International Women's Day, which is observed every year on March 8. ... read..

"Where is THE money?": BJP's Virendra Sachdeva hits back at AAP over failure in implementing cash transfer scheme in Punjab

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 9:13:04 AM IST

Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva attacked the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) over its failure to fulfill promises of transferring rupees 1000 to the women of Punjab. ... read..

Abu Azmi writes to Maharashtra Assembly Speaker, requests revoking suspension

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 8, 2025 8:43:01 AM IST

Maharashtra Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Abu Asim Azmi on Friday accused the media of "maligning" him by "misrepresenting" his statement on Aurangzeb, requesting Assembly Speaker Rahul Narwekar to revoke his suspension. ... read..

"He came as a youtuber, not as Congress leader": Shiv Sena criticises Rahul Gandhi's Dharavi visit

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 8, 2025 8:43:00 AM IST

A day after Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi met with the leather workers of Dharavi, Mumbai, Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam criticised the visit, saying that he visited the place more as a Youtuber rather than a Congres ... read..

BJP's Annamalai says signature campaign on three-language policy will "change Tamil Nadu's fate"

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) | March 8, 2025 8:42:58 AM IST

Tamil Nadu BJP chief K Annamalai asserted that the party's signature campaign promoting the three-language policy would transform the fate of Tamil people. He announced that the BJP aims to collect one crore signatures by May 31 as part of the initiative. ... read..

Gujarat: Massive fire destroys over 15 scrap warehouses in Valsad district

Valsad (Gujarat) | March 8, 2025 8:42:57 AM IST

A major fire broke out in the Vapi area of the Valsad district of Gujarat in the early hours of Saturday. ... read..

Uttarakhand: Construction of temporary bridge on Alaknanda river successfully completed

Chamoli (Uttarakhand) | March 8, 2025 8:42:53 AM IST

The construction of a temporary bridge on the Alaknanda River at Govind Ghat has been successfully completed in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. ... read..

"People are watching you": Bihar Minister takes dig at Tejashwi Yadav over his remark on toddy

Patna (Bihar) | March 8, 2025 8:42:52 AM IST

Bihar Minister Shrawon Kumar on Saturday took a dig at Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and Bihar Assembly's Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav over his promise to remove toddy from the Bihar Excise and Prohibition Act, saying that everyone in the state ... read..

Udayanraje Bhosale demands legislation to take action against those giving "wrong statements" about Chhatrapati Shivaji

Satara (Maharashtra) | March 8, 2025 8:12:55 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Udayanraje Bhosale said that strict action must be taken against people, regardless of their political affiliation, who give "wrong statements" about Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj and other Maratha rulers. ... read..

Army recovers arms and ammunition in special op in Manipur, bunkers destroyed

Imphal (Manipur) | March 8, 2025 8:12:52 AM IST

In a series of operations, the Indian Army and Assam Rifles formation under Spear Corps launched intelligence-based operations in the hill and valley districts of Manipur and recovered 114 weapons, Improvised Devices (IEDs), grenades, ammunition and war-l ... read..

"An inexplicable decision...": Tharoor slams Jamia Milia varsity for removing Thiruvananthapuram as test centre

Panji (Goa) | March 8, 2025 7:42:53 AM IST

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has slammed Jamia Milia Islamia University (JMI) for removing Thiruvananthapuram, the only centre in South India, from its list of entrance test centres. ... read..

Assam CM inaugurates improved Radha Govinda Barua path and Bhupen Hazarika path

Guwahati (Assam) | March 8, 2025 7:13:01 AM IST

To facilitate smooth connectivity within the city and ensure the free movement of sports lovers to the Barsapara Cricket Stadium, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurate the improved Radha Govinda Barua path and Dr. Bhupen Hazarika path, inclu ... read..

'Windows to the Gods' & 'Echoes Within': A Celebration of Art at Bikaner House

By Vishu Adhana New Delhi | March 8, 2025 7:12:58 AM IST

The grand halls of Bikaner House have come alive with a dynamic fusion of tradition and modernity, showcasing the finest works of both celebrated and emerging artists. ... read..

Special Gram Sabhas to be organised in every Gram Panchayat across Maharashtra on International Women's Day

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 8, 2025 6:42:58 AM IST

The Effective implementation of women's empowerment schemes and the launching of a mass movement to prevent child marriages are crucial. In this regard, special Gram Sabhas will be organized in every Gram Panchayat across the state on the occasion of Inte ... read..

Assam: CM Sarma lays foundation stone for Pontoon Bridge connecting Mojoli and Rani Chapori

Guwahati (Assam) | March 8, 2025 6:42:55 AM IST

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma laid the foundation stone for the Pontoon Bridge connecting Mojoli and Rani Chapori and the electrification project for Rani Chapori. ... read..

Tripura: Govt strengthening Panchayats for sustainable development, says CM Manik Saha

Agartala (Tripura) | March 8, 2025 5:43:03 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said the state government has given "special importance to strengthening the Panchayat system" and is working to ensure the sustainable development of every Panchayat in the coming days. ... read..

PM Modi inaugurates free benefit distribution under PMGKAY scheme

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 8, 2025 5:43:02 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the free benefit distribution under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) for over two lakh beneficiaries in Surat as part of the Surat District Food Security Satisfaction Campaign. ... read..

On International Women's Day, Railways to equip female RPF personnel with chilli spray cans

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 5:43:00 AM IST

The Indian Railways has decided to equip women personnel of the Railway Protection Force with chilli spray cans. This non-lethal yet effective tool will help women RPF personnel tackle challenging situations swiftly, particularly while safeguarding female ... read..

West Bengal: Fire breaks out at cloth market in Howrah

Howrah (West Bengal) | March 8, 2025 4:42:55 AM IST

A fire broke out in a warehouse on the fifth floor of a cloth market in Bankra of the Howrah district on Friday night, a senior fire officer said. ... read..

North East Delhi riots: Court grants interim bail to Shahrukh Pathan on ground of father's ailment

New Delhi | March 8, 2025 2:42:59 AM IST

Delhi's Karkardooma Court on Friday granted 15 days of interim bail to Shahrukh Pathan on the grounds of his father's hospitalization. He has been granted bail to take care of his ailing father. ... read..

Ramilaben's inspiring lourney: From 'a single Divet (Lamp Wick) to earning over one lakh in a year

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 8, 2025 2:42:56 AM IST

"The women's self-help group became our lifeline," says Ramilaben Mukesh Joshi from Alvada, Banaskantha. In 2024, she began making cotton wicks for lamps, and within a year, her earnings surpassed Rs 1 lakh. ... read..

Rs 146 crore to be spent on construction work of underground utility ducts, says Himachal CM Sukhu

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 8, 2025 2:42:54 AM IST

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu said that Rs 146.34 crore would be spent on the construction of underground utility ducts from Chhota Shimla to Willy Park and other areas in Shimla City, which would provide a 24x7 power suppl ... read..

Karnataka Budget 2025 is gift to people: Dy CM DK Shivakumar

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 7, 2025 11:43:10 PM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday lauded the 2025 state budget as a gift to the people of Karnataka. ... read..

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates India Aircraft Leasing, Financing Summit at GIFT City

Gandhinagar (Gujarat) | March 7, 2025 11:43:09 PM IST

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Friday highlighted the state's growing influence in the global supply chain that has attracted global Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to the state. ... read..

Centre, States/UTs deliberate at 'Chintan Shivir' so strategize for 2028 Olympics, strengthen India's bid for 2036 Olympics

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 11:43:06 PM IST

Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Mansukh Mandaviya, chaired a two-day Chintan Shivir focused on India's preparations for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics and strengthening the country's bid to host the 2036 Summer Oly ... read..

Mahayuti will turn Maharashtra into USD 1 trillion economy by 2030: Fadnavis

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 7, 2025 11:43:05 PM IST

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Friday expressed confidence that his government will turn the state into a USD one trillion economy by 2030, noting that it was the only state to surpass the half-trillion-dollar economy milestone in India. ... read..

Delhi: MCD to crack down on illegal spas, hotels, and restaurants to boost revenue

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 11:43:01 PM IST

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) is planning to take action against illegal spas, restaurants, and hotels to boost its revenue. ... read..

Amit Shah attends CISF Raising Day parade in Tamil Nadu's Thakkolam

Thakkolam (Tamil Nadu) | March 7, 2025 11:42:58 PM IST

Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah attended the 56th Raising Day Parade of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) in Thakkolam, Tamil Nadu, as the chief guest on Friday, the Home Ministry said in a statement. ... read..

IAF AN-32 transport aircraft meets with 'accident' at Bagdogra, crew safe

Bagdogra (West Bengal) | March 7, 2025 11:13:17 PM IST

An Indian Air Force (IAF) AN-32 transport aircraft met with an "accident" at Bagdogra airport in West Bengal on Friday, the IAF said. ... read..

"Winner of countless hearts": CM Dhami praises PM Modi's heartfelt gesture during Surat roadshow

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 7, 2025 11:13:07 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting the immense love and admiration he receives from the people of India. ... read..

President Murmu extends greetings on eve of International Women's Day

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 11:13:05 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu, in her message on the eve of International Women's Day, observed every year on March 8, extended her greetings to all women across the country. ... read..

Congress failed Northeast for 65 years: Kiren Rijiju at India Today Conclave

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 11:13:02 PM IST

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju jibed at the Congress on Friday and said that what the party failed to do in 65 years, the BJP did within a decade. ... read..

Ministry of Education observes International Women's Day

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 11:12:59 PM IST

Ministry of Education celebrated International Women's Day at its premises at Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi on Friday, bringing together women employees from all departments to acknowledge their contributions, share inspiring stories. ... read..

Stage-I GRAP invoked in Delhi-NCR with 'immediate effect' to mitigate effects of 'poor' air quality

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 11:12:57 PM IST

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on Friday invoked all actions under Stage-I of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) with immediate effect in Delhi and surrounding National Capital Region (NCR), to mitigate the effects of 'poor' air qual ... read..

"Haryana most affected by unemployement": Deepender Singh Hooda

Jhajjar (Haryana) | March 7, 2025 11:12:55 PM IST

Congress leader Deepender Singh Hooda on Friday said that Haryana remains affected by unemployment and drug abuse. He said that the government must take the initiative to resolve these issues. ... read..

Ministry of Tourism participates in ITB Berlin 2025

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 11:12:54 PM IST

The Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, participated in ITB Berlin 2025, held from March 4 to 6 at Messe Berlin. ITB Berlin (Internationale Tourismus-Borse Berlin) is a major meeting point for the global industry, including tour operators, travel ag ... read..

"Made his wife Chief Minister...": Bihar CM Nitish Kumar attacks RJD chief Lalu Yadav

Patna (Bihar) | March 7, 2025 11:12:52 PM IST

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar launched a scathing attack on RJD chief Lalu Prasad Yadav and former Bihar CM Rabri Devi and said that the latter appointed his wife, Rabri Devi, as the CM when he was jailed in 1997 in connection with the fodder scam. ... read..

Karnataka Deputy CM Shivakumar welcomes High Court's decision quashing ED summons in MUDA case

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 7, 2025 10:43:07 PM IST

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday welcomed the High Court's decision to quash summons issued by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's wife, Parvathi, and Urban Development Minister Byrathi Suresh in con ... read..

Odisha: Passing Out Parade of 5th batch of Agniveers held at INS Chilka

Khurdha (Odisha) | March 7, 2025 10:43:05 PM IST

As many as 2,966 trainees from the fifth batch of Agniveers passed out after completing their 16-week rigorous Naval training at INS Chilka on Friday. ... read..

MP CM Mohan Yadav performs 'bhoomi pujan' for Rs 100 crore expansion of Kushabhau Thackeray Convention Center in Bhopal

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | March 7, 2025 10:42:56 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Friday performed the 'bhoomi pujan' for the Rs 100 crore expansion of the Kushabhau Thackeray International Convention Center (Minto Hall) in Bhopal. ... read..

"Anti-development budget, against spirit of Constitution": BJP attacks Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah

Hubballi (Karnataka) | March 7, 2025 10:42:55 PM IST

Calling the Karnataka Budget "anti-development," the Bharatiya Janata Party on Friday attacked Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah for announcing 4 per cent reservation for Muslims in public works contract and said that this is against the "spirit of th ... read..

Indian Army provides medical aid in J&K's Thanalla village, locals express gratitude

Doda (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 7, 2025 10:13:07 PM IST

The Indian Army has extended medical assistance to residents of Thanalla village, situated at the foothills of the Ashpati Glacier, under Doda district as part of 'Operation Sadbhavna'. ... read..

Delhi Assembly moves towards digital transformation with NeVA implementation

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 10:13:06 PM IST

Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Delhi, Vijender Gupta convened a crucial meeting today with officers from the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs to discuss the implementation of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) in the Delhi Assembly. ... read..

Assam Governor congratulates winners of Sahitya Akademi Translation Prize 2024

Guwahati (Assam) | March 7, 2025 10:13:04 PM IST

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya extended his wishes to the winners of the Sahitya Akademi Translation Prize for the year 2024, including Anjan Sharma for Assamese, Basudeb Das for Bengali, and Uttara Bwiswmuthiary for Bodo, said a statement from Ra ... read..

"It has been 11 years of double-engine govt...'divyang fir raha maara maara'...": Tejashwi Yadav slams Nitish Kumar's leadership

Patna (Bihar) | March 7, 2025 10:13:02 PM IST

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav on Friday launched a scathing attack on the Bihar government, led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, while addressing the 'Divyang Adhikar Sammelan' in Patna. ... read..

"It doesn't work like that...": Hardeep Singh Puri attacks TN CM over "give birth to child immediately" remarks

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 10:12:54 PM IST

Amid the delimitation row, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri attacked Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin over his "give birth to child immediately" remarks and said that producing more kids will not benefit during delimitation. ... read..

Himachal Pradesh: JP Nadda inaugurates Amrit Pharmacy at AIIMS Bilaspur, interacts with faculty

Bilaspur (Himachal Pradesh) | March 7, 2025 10:12:53 PM IST

Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare JP Nadda inaugurated the Amrit Pharmacy at AIIMS Bilaspur on Friday and visited the Jan Aushadhi Pharmacy under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana. ... read..

Karnataka HC dismisses BJP MLA Munirathna's plea in caste atrocity case

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 7, 2025 10:12:49 PM IST

The Karnataka High Court on Friday dismissed a petition filed by BJP MLA Munirathna seeking to quash an FIR registered against him in a caste atrocity case. ... read..

Delhi Minister Sirsa discusses pollution & waste management concerns with LG VK Saxena

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 9:43:26 PM IST

Delhi Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa met Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Delhi, Vinai Kumar Saxena to discuss key environmental issues, including pollution, waste management, and the condition of the Yamuna river on Friday. ... read..

Rajnath Singh interacts with women crew of Navika Sagar Parikrama on eve of International Women's Day

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 9:43:25 PM IST

On the eve of International Women's Day, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh interacted with the crew members of Navika Sagar Parikrama II. The Defence Minister spoke to Lieutenant Commander Dilna K and Lieutenant Commander Roopa A of the Indian Navy, through ... read..

Tropex 2025: Indian Navy's largest war game concludes

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 9:43:20 PM IST

The 2025 edition of the Indian Navy's capstone Theatre Level Operational Exercise (TROPEX) which began in January was conducted over three months until March. ... read..

VVIP chopper deal case: Delhi court directs Christian Michel to furnish Rs 5 lakh bond, surrender passport

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 9:43:18 PM IST

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court on Friday directed Christian Michel James, an accused in the VVIP chopper deal case, to furnish a bond of Rs 5 lakh with one surety of the same amount as part of his bail conditions. James has also expressed concern regarding hi ... read..

Delhi Assembly Speaker conveys meeting to discuss implementation of National e-Vidhan Application in Assembly

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 9:43:04 PM IST

Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Friday convened a meeting with officers from the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs to discuss implementing the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) in the Delhi Assembly. ... read..

Railways to create permanent waiting areas outside 60 stations to control crowd

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 9:13:06 PM IST

Weeks after the stampede at New Delhi Ralway station, which claimed 18 persons were killed, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw held a high-level meeting on crowd control at stations on Friday, announcing the decision to create permanent waiting areas outsi ... read..

"BJP will get new party president by mid-March": Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 9:13:05 PM IST

Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday said that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to get a new national party president by mid-March. ... read..

225 crore Aadhaar authentication transactions, 43 cr e-KYC transactions carried out in February

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 9:13:03 PM IST

Aadhaar continues to drive India's digital transformation, with nearly 225 crore authentication transactions and 43 crore e-KYC transactions carried out in February 2025. ... read..

"Women have made space in every field...": Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 9:13:00 PM IST

On the eve of International Women's Day, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday focused on the importance of encouraging girls to make progress in life, saying that women are representatives who have made space for themselves in every field. ... read..

MP police intensify action against pvt vehicles misusing hooters, flash lights, VIP stickers

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | March 7, 2025 9:12:58 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Police have intensified action against the private vehicles flaunting the traffic rules and regulation especially misuse of hooters, flash lights, VIP stickers and wrong number plates in private vehicles across the state. ... read..

MK Stalin calls first meeting of Joint Action Committee on Delimitation on March 22

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 7, 2025 9:12:56 PM IST

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin called for a joint effort from various political parties to raise their voices against Delimitation, calling for a Joint Action Committee meeting on March 22 to be held in Chennai, inviting representatives from various ... read..

Himachal Pradesh police intesifies battle against drug network following CM Sukhu's orders

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 7, 2025 9:12:55 PM IST

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu had directed the Police Department to initiate a massive crackdown to dismantle the drug network in a mission mode for the next six months. ... read..

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta holds high-level meeting ahead of budget session

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 9:12:53 PM IST

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday chaired a high-level meeting with officials on the Delhi budget. State Environment and Industry Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa was also present at the meeting. ... read..

Court dismisses Delhi Minister Kapil Mishra's plea against summoning order in MCC violation case

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 8:43:00 PM IST

The Rouse Avenue Court on Friday dismissed Delhi Law Minister Kapil Mishra's revision plea, in which he had challenged the trial court's cognizance and summoning order in a case related to an alleged violation of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC). ... read..

PM Modi flags issue of obesity, calls for cut in cooking oil consumption

Silvassa (Daman and Diu) | March 7, 2025 9:42:59 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday flagged the issue of obesity and urged people to reduce their consumption of cooking oil by 10 per cent ... read..

Saturation in policies ensures no appeasement but satisfaction: PM Modi

Surat (Gujarat) | March 7, 2025 9:43:02 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday emphasised the importance of saturation in policies, ensuring that everyone benefits, rather than just a select few. ... read..

Colors of Joy: 'Laddu Mar' Holi celebrations start at Shri Ladliji Maharaj Temple in Barsana

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh) | March 7, 2025 8:12:58 PM IST

The vibrant festival of Laddu Mar Holi kicked off with great enthusiasm on Friday at the Shri Ladliji Maharaj temple in Barsana, Uttar Pradesh. ... read..

"Justice takes its course": Legal experts hail US Supreme Court's ruling on Tahawwur Rana's extradition

By Sushil Batra New Delhi | March 7, 2025 7:43:46 PM IST

After the US Supreme Court denied Tahawwur Rana's request to stay his extradition to India in connection with the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, legal experts on Friday hailed the decision as a significant step toward justice and a diplomatic victory for In ... read..

IAF Jaguar fighter jet crashes near Ambala, pilot ejects safely

Panchkula (Haryana) | March 7, 2025 7:43:42 PM IST

An Indian Air Force (IAF) Jaguar fighter aircraft crashed near Ambala in Haryana on Friday, with the pilot ejecting safely, IAF officials said. ... read..

Namami Gange Programme marks a milestone in river rejuvenation

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 7:43:41 PM IST

The Namami Gange Programme, launched by the Union Government in 2014, has emerged as a pioneering initiative aimed at restoring the health of the River Ganga. ... read..

MUDA case: Karnataka HC quashes ED summons to Siddaramaiah's wife, Minister Byrathi Suresh

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 7, 2025 7:43:37 PM IST

The Karnataka High Court on Friday quashed the summons issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) to CM Siddaramiah's wife, Parvathi, and Urban Development Minister Byrathi Suresh in connection with the Mysore Urban Development Authority (MUDA) case. ... read..

PM Modi launches Surat Food Security Saturation Campaign

Surat (Gujarat) | March 7, 2025 7:43:24 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday launched the Surat Food Security Saturation Campaign and distributed benefits under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) to eligible beneficiaries. ... read..

Delhi govt likely to announce Mahila Samriddhi Yojana tomorrow: Sources

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 8:42:58 PM IST

The Delhi cabinet is likely to meet on March 8 regarding the proposed Mahila Samriddhi Yojana, which would provide financial assistance worth Rs 2,500 to women residing in the national capital, sources said on Friday. ... read..

"When J-K CM announced 200 units of free electricity, Opposition got current": Dy CM Surinder Choudhary

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 7, 2025 7:43:12 PM IST

Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Surinder Choudhary on Friday expressed his satisfaction with the newly announced budget, stating that it fulfills all the promises made by the National Conference to the people of J-K. ... read..

"UT with Assembly is by far worst form of government in country": J-K CM Omar Abdullah

Jammu (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 7, 2025 7:43:10 PM IST

Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Friday said that an Union Territory with an assembly is the "worst form" of government in the country, adding that the country should either have only states or only UTs. ... read..

"Beacon of Nari Shakti": Rajnath Singh interacts with crew of Navika Sagar Parikrama II on eve of International Women's Day

New Delhi | March 7, 2025 7:43:07 PM IST

Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday interacted with the crew of Navika Sagar Parikrama II on the eve of International Women's Day and said that their courageous journey aboard INSV Tarini, tackling the immense challenge of circumnavigating the ... read..

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan pays courtesy visit to Odisha Governor in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) | March 7, 2025 7:43:04 PM IST

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan paid a courtesy visit to Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati at Raj Bhavan in Bhubaneswar on Friday. ... read..

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