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At National Creators Award event, PM Modi's anecdote about Ahmedabad leaves audience in splits

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 4:26:08 PM IST

Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) former scientist Pankti Pandey, who received the National Creators Award on Friday from Prime Minister Narendra Modi for amplifying the message of Mission LiFE has urged people to conduct a "waste audit" of the ... read..

President Murmu nominates Sudha Murty to Rajya Sabha; PM Modi says "testament to Nari Shakti"

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 3:26:10 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated philanthropist and author Sudha Murty on being nominated to the Rajya Sabha and termed the announcement on International Women's Day a "powerful testament" to India's "Nari Shakti." ... read..

Raise awareness about importance of mental health in local languages: PM Modi to content creators

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 3:26:06 PM IST

Highlighting the significance of awareness about mental health, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday appealed to digital content creators to create content on the issue in local languages in an effort to reach out to the mass audience. ... read..

"PM Modi hasn't left any stone unturned in honouring women:" Former MP CM hails Centre's decision to reduce LPG prices

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 3:25:57 PM IST

Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the former Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh has hailed the decision of the central government to slash LPG cylinder prices by Rs 100, saying that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left no stone unturned in honouring women of the coun ... read..

Several children suffer electric shock in Rajasthan's Kota during Maha Shivratri celebrations

Kota (Rajasthan) | March 8, 2024 3:25:51 PM IST

Several children were electrocuted during a procession on the occasion of Mahashivratri, in Rajasthan's Kota. ... read..

Nari Shakti: Indian Army to launch 2 Sports Companies for Girls

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 3:25:53 PM IST

In sync with the national vision of "women empowerment" & demonstration of "Nari Shakti", the Indian Army is raising two Army Girls Sports Companies (AGSC) in a phased manner. ... read..

"Never benifited from such slogans": Omar Abdullah critical of Lalu Prasad's 'Parivarvaad' jibe

Srinagar (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 8, 2024 3:25:47 PM IST

Reacting to RJD Chief Lalu Prasad's 'Parivarvaad' jibe on PM Modi, former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said he has "never been in favour of such slogans", allowing the PM to score a goal". ... read..

BSF neutralizes Pakistani intruder crossing International Border in Rajasthan's SriGanganagar

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 3:25:45 PM IST

The Border Security Force (BSF) on early Friday neutralized a Pakistani intruder trying to sneak into Indian territory in Rajasthan's SriGanganagar. ... read..

President Droupadi Murmu presents Standard and Colours to 4 units of IAF

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 3:25:40 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu presented the President's Standard to 45 Squadron and 221 Squadron and President's Colours to 11 Base Repair Depot and 509 Signal Unit of the Indian Air Force at a function held at the Air Force Station Hindon in Uttar Pradesh tod ... read..

"Sansad mei bhi Kejriwal..." AAP Supremo Arvind Kejriwal kicks off Lok Sabha campaigning

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 3:25:38 PM IST

The Aam Aadmi party on Friday launched its Lok Sabha campaign days ahead of the General elections in the country. ... read..

Spy camera, smartphone recovered in Dibrugarh jail, Jail Superintendent Nipen Das held

Dibrugarh (Assam) | March 8, 2024 3:25:35 PM IST

After the spy camera, and smartphone were recovered in the cell of Dibrugarh jail, jail superintendent Nipen Das has been allegedly held for the security lapse. ... read..

"Happy that I'm getting bigger platform to work": Sudha Murty on Rajya Sabha nomination

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 3:25:18 PM IST

After President Droupadi Murmu nominated Sudha Murty for the Rajya Sabha, philanthropist and author Murty said that she is happy that she is getting a bigger platform to work for the poor adding that her nomination and work had nothing to do with politics ... read..

Hamara Samvidhan, Hamara Samman Campaign event to be held tomorrow in Bikaner: CJI, Meghwal to attend

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 2:26:29 PM IST

To commemorate the 75th year of India as a Republic, the Hamara Samvidhan, Hamara Samman Campaign Event will be held tomorrow in Bikaner, Rajasthan. Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, Chief Justice of India, and Arjun Ram Meghwal, Union Minister of State (I/ ... read..

CM Yogi, Minister Smriti Irani thank PM Modi for discount of Rs 100 on price of LPG cylinders

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 2:26:19 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister for the discount of Rs 100 on the price of LPG gas cylinders. ... read..

J-K: Devotees throng Shankaracharya Temple in Srinagar to celebrate Maha Shivratri

General News | March 8, 2024 2:26:14 PM IST

Devotees throng Shankaracharya Mahadev Temple in Srinagar to offer prayers, on the occasion of Maha Shivratri. ... read..

Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Mahajan calls out Congress-led Himachal Government for 'mismanagement of funds'

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 2:26:10 PM IST

In a recent meeting with Union Minister Amit Shah, senior BJP leader and Rajya Sabha MP Harsh Mahajan criticised the Congress-led government in Himachal Pradesh for allegedly enjoying the perks of power without utilizing the substantial funds received fro ... read..

BSF, Punjab Police recover packet of suspected heroin in Punjab's Amritsar

Amritsar (Punjab) | March 8, 2024 2:26:08 PM IST

The Border Security Force (BSF) and Punjab Police in a joint operation recovered a packet of suspected heroin of gross weight, approximately 5 kg, in Punjab's Amritsar district, officials said on Friday. ... read..

Tripura CM Manik Saha slams TMC for violence, predicts BJP's massive victory in West Bengal

Malda (West Bengal) | March 8, 2024 2:26:02 PM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Thursday urged grassroots awareness for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's progressive plans and criticized the Trinamool Congress in West Bengal for widespread violence, drawing parallels with the oppressive rule of the C ... read..

Puducherry girl murder: Opposition parties hold protest; bandh in UT impacts normal life

Puducherry | March 8, 2024 1:26:05 PM IST

Several parties of Puducherry that are part of the INDIA bloc and the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIDMK) state unit held protests on Friday as part of their call for a dawn-to-dusk bandh to condemn the brutal sexual assault and murder of a g ... read..

ED raids six places linked to 'middlemen' in West Bengal teacher recruitment scam

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 1:26:04 PM IST

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday carried out searches at six places in West Bengal allegedly linked to "middlemen" in the State teacher recruitment scam. ... read..

Odisha: Family forced out of village on black magic suspicion

Rayagada (Odisha) | March 8, 2024 1:26:02 PM IST

Eighteen residents of Nandubadi village in the Rayagada district of Odisha were warned of facing legal action after they forcibly expelled a family from the village on suspicion of practicing black magic following the death of a child due to severe fever. ... read..

National Creators Award: "Iss Chunav mein bhi safai hone wali hai," PM Modi's jibe at Opposition ahead of Lok Sabha polls

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 1:25:58 PM IST

Ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, Prime Minister Narendra Modi couldn't resist taking a jibe at the Opposition during an event on Friday that honoured digital content creators across domains. ... read..

PM Modi presents Most Creative Creator award to Shraddha, RJ Raunac at Bharat Mandapam

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 1:25:56 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday presented the Most Creative Creator- Female award to Shraddha Jain (AiyyoShraddha) and Most Creative Creator-Male to RJ Raunac (Bauaa) at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital. ... read..

Not entitled to default bail: Delhi HC while dismissing Supertech's promoter RK Arora's bail plea

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 1:25:51 PM IST

The Delhi High Court has dismissed the default bail plea moved by the Supertech promoter RK Arora in a money laundering case. ... read..

Kedarnath Dham to reopen on May 10 for devotees

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 1:25:49 PM IST

In a recent announcement, the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee revealed that the doors of the eleventh Jyotirlinga, Shri Kedarnath Dham, will open for pilgrims on May 10 at 7 am this year. ... read..

Narki Shakti: Indian Army to launch 2 Sports Companies for Girls

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 1:25:45 PM IST

In sync with the national vision of "women empowerment" & demonstration of "Nari Shakti", the Indian Army is raising two Army Girls Sports Companies (AGSC) in a phased manner. ... read..

"People will say you are from BJP...": BeerBiceps' Ranveer Allahabadia's candid conversation with PM Modi

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 1:25:40 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented the Disruptor of the Year award to YouTube creator Ranveer Allahbadia (BeerBiceps) and both engaged in a fun banter at the National Creators Award at Bharat Mandapam on Friday. ... read..

PM Modi's call for 'Create on India' movement; asks digital creators to engage global audience

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 1:25:34 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday urged digital content creators to create content on the country, showcasing its culture and heritage. ... read..

West Bengal: ED raids in connection with teacher recruitment scam in Kolkata

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 8, 2024 12:26:33 PM IST

A team of the Enforcement Directorate on Friday conducted raids at multiple locations in West Bengal in connection with the teacher recruitment scam in the state. ... read..

MP CM Mohan Yadav, wife offer prayer at Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 12:26:31 PM IST

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav along with his wife offered prayers at the renowned Mahakaleshwar temple in Ujjain on the occasion of Maha Shivaratri on Friday. ... read..

Indian Army to organize tri-services demonstration of live indigenous weapons at Pokharan on March 12

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 12:26:29 PM IST

The Indian Army is going to organize a tri-services demonstration of made-in-India weapon systems and platforms in an exercise named c at Pokharan, Rajasthan on March 12. ... read..

Congress directs frontal organisations to publicise five poll guarantees for youth

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 12:26:17 PM IST

Ahead of the ensuing Lok Sabha elections, Congress has directed states governed by the party and party front al organisations to ensure dissemination of the party's five-guarantees for a new 'Rozgar Revolution.' ... read..

"TDP, BJP and Jana Sena will come to power this time in Andhra," says TDP spokesperson

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 8, 2024 12:26:15 PM IST

TDP National Spokesperson Prem Kumar Jain on Friday said that TDP, BJP and Jana Sena Party will this time come to power in Andhra Pradesh when Assembly elections are held in the southern state. ... read..

Assam: Human elephant conflict-affected women play key role in Aaranyak-SBI foundation's mitigation efforts

Guwahati (Assam) | March 8, 2024 11:26:01 AM IST

Women from the local communities in Assam have been extending cooperation towards environmental organisation Aaranyak's efforts supported by the SBI Foundation (SBIF) in the mitigation of human-elephant conflict. ... read..

Himachal political crisis: CM Sukhu rushes to Delhi to meet Congress high command

Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 11:25:58 AM IST

Amid the political crisis in Himachal Pradesh, Chief Minister Sukhwinder Sukhu on Thursday left for Delhi to "meet" the Congress High Command. ... read..

Devotees queue up in large numbers at Kashi Vishwanath temple on Maha Shivaratri

Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 11:25:56 AM IST

In a display of devotion and religious fervour, hundreds of devotees gathered at the iconic Kashi Vishwanath temple in Varanasi to celebrate Maha Shivaratri on Friday. ... read..

Delhi gym trainer stabbed to death hours before wedding by father

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 11:25:52 AM IST

A 29-year-old gym trainer was allegedly stabbed to death by his father in South Delhi on Wednesday night, officials said. ... read..

Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan criticizes Congress party for their leaders joining BJP

Thiruvananthapuram (Kerala) | March 8, 2024 11:25:49 AM IST

Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Thursday criticized the Congress party over their leaders joining the Bharatiya Janata Party and asked on which side the 11 former Congress Chief ministers are now. Pinarayi Vijayan was inaugurating the Kannur dis ... read..

Mizoram: Assam Rifles, state police seize drugs worth over Rs 47 crore

Champhai (Mizoram) | March 8, 2024 11:25:45 AM IST

In two separate joint operations, Assam Rifles and Mizoram Police recovered contraband drugs worth more than Rs 47 crore in Mizoram's Champhai district in the last 48 hours, officials said. ... read..

NCP (SPawar), Congress dub move to reduce LPG cylinder prices as a 'Jumla'

Pune (Maharashtra) | March 8, 2024 11:25:42 AM IST

After Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the reduction of LPG cylinder prices by Rs 100, the Opposition has taken a jibe at the BJP government, calling it another 'jumla' by the central government. ... read..

Karnataka government bans usage of drinking water for car washing, gardening, imposes Rs 5000 fine

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 8, 2024 11:25:40 AM IST

Amidst a severe water crisis, the Karnataka Water Supply and Sewerage Board banned the usage of drinking water for car washing, gardening, construction, water fountains and road construction and maintenance. It also imposed a fine of Rs 5000, if the order ... read..

PM Modi to embark on two-day visit to Assam from today, to inaugurate several projects

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 10:26:13 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a two-day visit to Assam commencing on Friday where he will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of various development projects. ... read..

J-K: One dead, 4 injured as vehicle falls into gorge in Poonch village

Poonch (Jammu and Kashmir) | March 8, 2024 10:26:09 AM IST

One person was killed and four others injured in a road accident in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district, officials said. ... read..

"Delighted to welcome most dynamic leader..." Assam Minister Atul Bora on PM Modi's first visit to Kaziranga

Golaghat (Assam) | March 8, 2024 10:26:07 AM IST

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Assam, State Agriculture Minister Atul Bora said that the people of Assam are ready to welcome the most dynamic, visionary leader to Kaziranga. ... read..

"You have my blessings": Odisha CM welcomes into BJD son of expelled leader, now with BJP

Bhubaneshwar (Odisha) | March 8, 2024 10:26:02 AM IST

BJD president and Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has inducted Arabinda Mohapatra, son of BJP leader Bijoy Mohapatra and one of the founding members of the BJD who was expelled from the party 24 years ago. ... read..

SC to hear SBI plea seeking extension of time to submit details of Electoral Bond on March 11

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 10:25:58 AM IST

The Supreme Court will hear a State Bank of India (SBI) plea on March 11 seeking an extension of time until June 30 to submit details of electoral bonds to the Election Commission of India. ... read..

PM Modi announces cut in LPG prices by Rs 100 on International Women's Day

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 10:25:57 AM IST

In a big announcement on International Women's Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the LPG cylinder prices will be slashed by Rs 100. ... read..

AAP to hit its campaign trail for Lok Sabha today

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 10:25:55 AM IST

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) is all set to launch its political campaigning for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections from the national capital on Friday, the party said. ... read..

PM Modi to present first ever National Creators Award today

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 9:25:02 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will present the first-ever National Creators Award at Bharat Mandapam in the national capital on Friday. ... read..

Chandrababu Naidu, Pawan Kalyan meet with Amit Shah amid buzz of tie-up with BJP ahead of Lok Sabha polls

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 9:25:00 AM IST

Telugu Desam Party President N Chandrababu Naidu and Jana Sena Party chief Pawan Kalyan met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP Chief JP Nadda in Delhi. ... read..

DMK's A Raja "worst politician": Former AIADMK Minister Sellur K Raju

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 8, 2024 8:25:19 AM IST

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) leader and former minister Sellur K Raju has slammed Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) MP A Raja for his alleged remarks on Lord Ram. ... read..

Mars Orbiter or the Chandrayaan mission, women gave equal contributions: 'Rocket Woman' of India Ritu Karidhal

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 8:25:17 AM IST

Dr Ritu Karidhal, known as the 'Rocket Woman' of India, said whether it is the Mars Orbiter Mission or the Chandrayaan Mission, women have given equal contributions. ... read..

Maha Shivaratri celebrations begin at Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain

Ujjain (Madhya Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 8:25:15 AM IST

On the occasion of Maha Shivaratri, devotees have been offering prayers at Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Temple since early Friday morning. ... read..

Lok Sabha polls: Out of 20, Congress to contest on 16 seats in Kerala

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 7:24:41 AM IST

The Congress will contest 16 seats in Kerala, while the rest of the four seats will be contested by the constituent parties, announced Kerala Congress MLA and Leader of Opposition VD Satheesan after the party's Central Election Committee meeting here on T ... read..

Gold worth Rs 3.73 crore, 8 iPhones seized at Mumbai airport: Customs

Mumbai (Maharashtra) | March 8, 2024 7:24:37 AM IST

Mumbai Customs has seized over 6.53 kg of gold valued at Rs 3.73 crore and 8 iPhones in seven different cases at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) here. ... read..

Truck driver charred to death in Odisha's Jharsuguda

Jharsuguda (Odisha) | March 8, 2024 6:24:46 AM IST

A truck driver was charred to death after a bitumen-laden tanker met with an accident on NH-49 near Jharsuguda in Odisha on Thursday night, police said. ... read..

Govt extends subsidy on cooking gas for Ujjwala beneficiaries by March 25

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 5:25:16 AM IST

The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the extension of a targeted subsidy of Rs 300 per 14.2 kg cylinder for up to 12 refills per year for the beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) for the financial year ... read..

TIPRA Motha's inclusion in Tripura Government will accelerate all-round development: Former CM Biplab Kumar Deb

Tripura (Agartala) | March 8, 2024 4:24:42 AM IST

Former Tripura Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb on Thursday said the inclusion of TIPRA Motha in the Council of Ministers of the Tripura Government will "accelerate the all-round development" of the state. ... read..

Cabinet approves Uttar Poorva Transformative Industrialization Scheme to boost development of industries, employment in North East Region

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 2:24:51 AM IST

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday approved the proposal of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade for Uttar Poorva Transformative Industrialization Scheme, 2024 (UNNATI - 2024) for a period of 10 ye ... read..

'New phase for youths of country', says Pawan Khera after declaration of Congress' manifesto

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 12:26:15 AM IST

After the Congress party announced its election manifesto ahead of the ensuing Lok Sabha polls, Congress leader Pawan Khera on Thursday said that the party is going to start a new phase for the youths of the country that will bring change for youths, coun ... read..

"Focus is on ensuring 100 pc strike rate on 80 seats in UP": Apna Dal chief Anupriya Patel on Lok Sabha polls

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 12:26:13 AM IST

Apna Dal National President Anupriya Patel on Thursday said that the focus is on ensuring that the National Democratic Alliance has 100 per cent strike rate on 80 seats in Uttar Pradesh. ... read..

West Bengal: BJP MLA Mukut Mani Adhikari joins TMC

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 8, 2024 12:26:10 AM IST

West Bengal BJP MLA Mukut Mani Adhikari joined the Trinamool Congress (TMC) on Thursday and also took part in Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's rally on the eve of Women's Day. ... read..

Arunachal CM Khandu inaugurates newly formed Bichom district

Bichom (Arunachal Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 12:26:08 AM IST

Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu on Thursday inaugurated the newly formed Bichom district - carved out of West Kameng and East Kameng districts - in the presence of Union Minister for Earth Science Kiren Rijiju. ... read..

TIPRA Motha's participation in govt will pave way for inclusive development: Tripura CM Saha

Agartala (Tripura) | March 8, 2024 12:26:04 AM IST

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha said on Thursday that the participation of Tipraha Indigenous Progressive Regional Alliance (TIPRA) Motha MLAs in the state government will pave the way for inclusive development and contribute to achieving 'Ek Tripura, S ... read..

Andhra Pradesh: State chief YS Sharmila holds protest against SBI seeking time to disclose electoral bond details

Vijaywada (Andhra Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 12:26:01 AM IST

Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee chief YS Sharmila Reddy on Thursday held a protest at the State Bank of India (SBI) branch in the wake of the recent Supreme Court verdict advocating the release of electoral bonds. ... read..

Bengaluru district administration fixes price of tanker water after complaints by customers

Bengaluru (Karnataka) | March 8, 2024 12:25:57 AM IST

Amidst a severe water crisis, the Bengaluru city district administration issued an order fixing the price of tanker water on Thursday after persistent allegations that tanker owners are extorting customers. ... read..

Nine-year-old raped by relative in Rajasthan's Ajmer, probe underway

Ajmer (Rajasthan) | March 8, 2024 12:25:55 AM IST

A nine-year-old girl was reportedly raped by her relative in Rajasthan's Ajmer, said the police on Thursday. ... read..

Telangana Governor extends greetings on International Women's Day

Hyderabad (Telangana) | March 8, 2024 12:25:48 AM IST

Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan on Thursday extended her heartiest wishes and greetings to all the women of Telangana on the occasion of International Women's Day tomorrow. ... read..

"People of Bengal will ensure Mamata sits on street": BJP MP Locket Chatterjee on Sandeskhali matter

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 8, 2024 12:25:46 AM IST

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Locket Chatterjee on Thursday took a jibe at West Bengal Chief Minister over the Sandeshkahli incident, stating that people of the state would make sure that Trinamool Congress (TMC) Chief Mamata Banerjee "sits on the stree ... read..

West Bengal Govt wants to hide truth about Sandeshkhali: Sukanta Majumdar

Kolkata (West Bengal) | March 8, 2024 12:25:41 AM IST

West Bengal Bharatiya Janata Party President Sukanta Majumdar on Thursday accused the Chief Minister Mamata Banarjee-led West Bengal government of trying to hide the truth about the Sandeshkhali incident. ... read..

Meerut CGST Commissionerate busts syndicate and arrests three persons for fraudulently claiming Input Tax Credit

Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 12:25:39 AM IST

The Meerut Central Goods and Services Tax (CGST) Commissionerate busts syndicate that fraudulently claimed Input Tax Credit of over Rs. 1,000 crore through a network of 232 fake firms and arrested three people. ... read..

Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam gives appointment letters to 118,880 youths

Chandigarh (Haryana) | March 8, 2024 12:25:36 AM IST

Haryana Chief Secretary, Sanjeev Kaushal, on Thursday said that the Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam has issued appointment letters to 118,880 youth so far. Among the appointees, 32,189 are from the Scheduled Caste, 29,288 from the Backward Class, and 44,270 ... read..

Ram Lalla's arrival in Ayodhya heralds an era of end to criminal activities in Uttar Pradesh: CM Yogi

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 12:25:27 AM IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Thursday, said that the arrival of Lord Shri Ram in Ayodhya heralds an era of an end to the criminal activities in the state of Uttar Pradesh. ... read..

Opposition has neither issues nor solutions: PM Modi takes on INDIA bloc

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 12:25:25 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi targeted the opposition parties while addressing the Republic Summit 2024 in Delhi on Thursday. ... read..

"No evidence against me, case was fabricated : GN Saibaba

Nagpur (Maharashtra) | March 8, 2024 12:25:18 AM IST

After coming out of jail in an alleged Maoist links case, former Delhi University Professor GN Saibaba said that there was no evidence against him and the case was false and fabricated. ... read..

Delhi: DDA denies issuing eviction notices to slum dwellers in RK Puram

New Delhi | March 8, 2024 12:25:16 AM IST

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) on Thursday clarified that it has not issued eviction notices to slum dwellers of Sector 12 R K Puram. ... read..

Andhra Pradesh: Police arrest 4 suspects in robbery at SBI Uttarakanchi branch

Kakinada (Andhra Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 12:25:15 AM IST

Andhra Pradesh Police arrested four members of a gang of seven who allegedly robbed SBI Uttarakanchi, police said on Thursday. ... read..

Sharad Pawar terms BJP a "washing machine", says "leaders with corruption charges get inducted and comes out clean"

Pune (Maharashtra) | March 8, 2024 12:25:13 AM IST

Launching a scathing attack on the BJP and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, NCP SCP Chief Sharad Pawar termed the Bharatiya Janata Party a "Washing machine" and said it is inducting the leaders with corruption charges from opposite parties and getting them " ... read..

PM Modi lays foundations stone of development works in Simhachalam Devasthanam under 'PRASHAD' scheme

Visakhapatnam (Andhra Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 12:25:11 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday laid the foundation stones of various development works to be undertaken in Simhachalam Devasthanam with the funds of the central government scheme 'PRASHAD' and as part of Swadesh Darshan 2.O schemes at Borra Cave ... read..

Two TIPRA Motha leaders take oath as ministers in BJP-led cabinet in Tripura

Agartala (Tripura) | March 8, 2024 12:25:09 AM IST

Days after the central government signed the crucial tripartite agreement with the Tripura government and the TIPRA Motha, two leaders of the Tipraha Indigenous Progressive Regional Alliance (TIPRA) Motha, Animesh Debbarma and Brishaketu Debbarma, took oa ... read..

"Want complete independence to complete work related to Maa Ganga": Uma Bharti

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh) | March 8, 2024 12:25:06 AM IST

After her name did not figure in the BJP's first list of Lok Sabha candidates,Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Uma Bharti on Thursday and said that she wants to focus on her work for the rejuvenation and cleanliness of the River Ganga. ... read..

Union Cabinet raises MSP for raw jute to Rs 5,335 per quintal

New Delhi | March 7, 2024 11:26:17 PM IST

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Thursday, gave its approval for the Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for raw jute for the 2024-25 season. ... read..

"PM Modi's Srinagar visit is to divert attention from real issues," says TMC MP Shatrughan Sinha

Asansol (West Bengal) | March 7, 2024 11:26:15 PM IST

TMC leader and MP from Asansol, Shatrughan Sinha on Thursday launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his visit to Jammu and Kashmir and said that it was an attempt to "divert people's attention from real issues and encash Article 37 ... read..

NMC plans to weed out ghost faculty in medical colleges with launch of new portal

New Delhi | March 7, 2024 11:26:12 PM IST

The National Medical Commission (NMC) will launch a portal to deal with the problem of ghost faculty in medical colleges and to streamline the attendance of medical students and faculty. ... read..

Uttarakhand CM Dhami performs consecration ritual of deities at his official residence

Dehradun (Uttarakhand) | March 7, 2024 11:26:10 PM IST

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday performed the consecration ritual of the deities placed in the temple situated at his official residence complex. ... read..

Rajiv Gandhi Assasination convict moves to Madras HC for obtaining passport to travel to UK

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) | March 7, 2024 11:26:08 PM IST

S Nalini, one of the convict in the former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi assassination case has filed a petition in the Madras High Court seeking an order from the Central and State Governments to permit her husband Murugan for an interview to obtain a pass ... read..

CBI busts human trafficking network sending Indians to Russia-Ukraine war zone

New Delhi | March 7, 2024 11:26:06 PM IST

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday busted a major human trafficking network running across the country targeting Indian nationals on the promise of offering lucrative jobs abroad but allegedly sending them to the Russia-Ukraine war zone ... read..

National Creators Award is a celebration of innovation, creativity and remarkable spirit of the creator's community: PM Modi

New Delhi | March 7, 2024 11:26:03 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that the National Creators Award is a celebration of innovation, creativity, and the remarkable spirit of the creator's community. ... read..

BSF apprehends Pakistani national in Punjab's Amritsar

Amritsar (Punjab) | March 7, 2024 11:25:59 PM IST

The Border Security Force apprehended a Pakistani national near the India-Pakistan border fence in Amritsar, an official statement issued on Thursday read. ... read..

"Even world is saying that this decade belongs to India": PM Modi

New Delhi | March 7, 2024 11:25:56 PM IST

Recalling his earlier remarks on the importance of the current decade for India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that even today, the world is recognizing that the current decade belongs to India, adding that this is the most important decad ... read..

Delhi chief secy deputes officials to address civic issues flagged by LG

New Delhi | March 7, 2024 11:25:52 PM IST

Delhi Chief Secretary Naresh Kumar on Thursday formed teams of senior officials to supervise and address the poor condition of civic facilities such as drains and roads in Kirari, Burari and Sangam Vihar that were flagged earlier by LG VK Saxena. ... read..

President Murmu emphasises need to support Navy through efficient logistic management

New Delhi | March 7, 2024 11:25:48 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said that the need for supporting the Indian Navy through efficient logistic management using the most advanced technology cannot be over-emphasised in times when India is emerging as a global power. ... read..

Himachal Pradesh: Fire breaks out at a house in Kullu district

Kullu (Himachal Pradesh) | March 7, 2024 11:25:43 PM IST

A fire broke out at a double-storey house in the Kullu district on Thursday. ... read..

West Bengal LoP Suvendu Adhikari leads protest against TMC MLA's controversial remarks on Ram Mandir

Hooghly (West Bengal) | March 7, 2024 11:25:39 PM IST

West Bengal Leader of Opposition (LoP) Suvendu Adhikari on Thursday joined the residents of Tarakeswar, Hooghly District, in a protest march against TMC MLA Ramendu Sinha Roy, who made unpleasant remarks about Ram temple. ... read..

"Actions taken by Haryana police against farmers were influenced by Delhi govt": Partap Singh Bajwa

New Delhi | March 7, 2024 10:26:30 PM IST

Punjab Leader of Opposition and Congress MLA Partap Singh Bajwa on Tuesday alleged that the actions taken by Haryana police against farmers were influenced by the Delhi government. ... read..

Women's participation in workforce doubles in UP, reveals labour force survey

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) | March 7, 2024 10:26:23 PM IST

A recent Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) revealed a significant surge in the participation rate of women in the workforce in Uttar Pradesh. ... read..

Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge arrive to attend Congress CEC meeting

New Delhi | March 7, 2024 10:26:21 PM IST

Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge arrived at the party headquarters for a Central Election Committee meeting to discuss candidates for the Lok Sabha polls. ... read..

Telangana: Moving car gutted in fire in Jagitial district; no casualties reported

Jagitial (Telangana) | March 7, 2024 10:26:17 PM IST

A moving car on Thursday gutted in fire in Telangana's Jagitial district. No casualties were reported, according to officials. ... read..

Punjab govt urges MEA to bring back Indian youth "forcibly inducted" into Russian Military

Chandigarh | March 7, 2024 10:26:15 PM IST

Citing media reports about Indian youth "forcibly inducted" into the Russian Military and sent to the Ukraine war, the Punjab government on Thursday wrote to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and urged it to provide help to them to return home safely ... read..

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