Over 15,000 Jan Aushadhi Kendras across the country are offering medicines at 50-90 per cent lower prices daily, said Union Health Minister JP Nadda on Jan Aushadhi Diwas on Friday.
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Centre aims to reduce road accidents by 50 pc in 2030, next-gen safety must: Gadkari
Speaking at the two-day ‘Global Road Infratech Summit and Expo (GRIS); in the national capital, the minister observed that most of the road accidents that happen in the country are due to poor civil engineering practices in road design, construction, and management and improper road signages and marking systems.
US Supreme Court rejects Tahawwur Rana's extradition stay request
The US Supreme Court has rejected a plea by 26/11 Mumbai terror attack accused Tahawwur Rana, seeking a stay on his extradition to India to face trial
PM Modi on two-day visit to Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Gujarat from today, to launch several projects
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin his two-day visit to the union territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, and Gujarat on Friday, where he will launch several developmental projects.
'PM Modi working for welfare of all communities without discrimination', says Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah Committee chief
Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia Dargah Committee Chairman Syed Afsar Ali Nizami on Sunday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for attending the Sufi music festival 'Jahan-e-Khusro' and said that he gave the message of brotherhood and works for the welfare of all communities and religion without any discrimination.
International Wheelchair Day: India emphasises inclusion of persons with disabilities
This day not only highlights the significance of wheelchairs in the lives of users but also serves as an important opportunity to enhance awareness and inclusivity in society, said the ministry on the occasion of the ‘International Wheelchair Day 2025’.
BSP chief Mayawati removes nephew Akash Anand from all party posts, again
In a major organisational shake-up, the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Sunday removed her nephew Akash Anand from all party posts, effectively ruling him out as her political successor.
Chamoli avalanche: Death toll climbs to 7; rescue ops for one remaining worker underway
The death toll in the Chamoli avalanche in Uttarakhand's Mana region has reached seven, with the rescue officials pulling out three more bodies on Sunday. Meanwhile, the search operation for one missing worker is still ongoing.
Haryana Congress woman worker murdered, body dumped in bag; BJP slams party
The body of a woman Congress worker was found in a suitcase in Haryana’s Rohtak, sparking a political storm on Sunday with the victim’s family raising doubt about the involvement of a Congress colleague and the BJP slamming the grand old party for some of its members’ criminal track record.
Will ensure Municipal Corporation gives money to gaushalas, says Delhi CM Rekha Gupta
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, accompanied by her cabinet, visited the Gopal Gosadan Harewali Gaushala in Bawana on Sunday to inspect the facilities and address issues concerning cow shelters.
TN govt must take constructive approach to solve fishermen issue: Guv RN Ravi
Governor R.N. Ravi on Sunday called upon the Tamil Nadu government to work with the central government to solve the enduring problem of the fishing community in the state.
India's growth becoming more balanced as private consumption's share in GDP rises
The good news is that India’s growth is becoming more balanced as private consumption’s share in GDP rose in fiscal 2025, according to a Crisil report.
Jadavpur University ruckus: Tension continues as students protest, 5 FIRs filed
Tension was prevailing within the campus of Kolkata’s iconic Jadavpur University (JU) a day after a ruckus by Left-wing students in which Education Minister Bratya Basu was injured.
Telangana tunnel accident: Rescue operation continues on ninth day
The operation to rescue eight trapped persons in a partially collapsed Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel in Telangana’s Nagarkurnool district entered the ninth day on Sunday.
UP girl sets herself on fire 'out of shame' after assault by neighbour
A 17-year-old girl set herself on fire after allegedly being assaulted by a neighbour at her home in Lucknow's Malihabad area. She has been admitted to the civil hospital in critical condition, police said on Sunday.
Chamoli avalanche: Rescue efforts continue for 4 missing workers
Rescue operations have resumed in Uttarakhand's Mana region as clear weather has allowed teams to intensify their search for the four missing workers trapped after an avalanche struck Chamoli. Helicopters have also been deployed to aid the ongoing mission.
Ramzan Mubarak: PM Modi extends warm wishes as holy month begins
Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to all citizens on Sunday on the occasion of Ramzan, the sacred month of fasting observed by Muslims worldwide.
U'khand avalanche: 4 killed, 50 rescued; CM Dhami oversees rescue ops
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Dhami received latest updates on the rescue operations from Disaster Management and Rehabilitation Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman and District Magistrate of Chamoli, Sandeep Tiwari, late in the evening.
People-centric policies turned India into most aspirational nation in the world: V-P Dhankhar
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Saturday said India at the moment is in an economic upsurge with phenomenal infrastructural growth, deep digitisation, and technological penetration because people of the country have tasted the fruits of development in the last decade.
Regional satraps operate through two doors: Congress leader's remarks set to stir fresh row
Amid the ongoing rift in INDIA Bloc partners, a Congress leader Ghulam Ahmad Mir on Saturday made a fresh remark which may stir controversy. He said that in some states, regional parties tend to operate through two doors.
GST collections surge 9.1 pc YoY to Rs 1.84 lakh crore in Feb
India’s Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections in February grew by 9.1 per cent (year-on-year), reaching approximately Rs 1.84 lakh crore, according to official data released on Saturday.
India's coal production sees 5.73 pc growth in April-Feb period to reach 928.95 MT
Cumulative coal production reached 928.95 million tonnes (MT) in the April-February period this fiscal (FY25), reflecting a 5.73 per cent increase compared to 878.55 MT in the same period last year, the government said on Saturday.
Amit Shah orders free movement of people in Manipur from March 8
Union Home Minister Amit Shah directed authorities on Saturday to ensure the free movement of people on all roads in Manipur starting March 8, warning them of strict action against those creating obstructions.
From April 1, no sale of petrol to vehicles older than 15 years: Delhi Minister Sirsa
Delhi Forest and Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Saturday announced a ban from April 1 on sale of fuel to vehicles older than 15 years and constituted a team to identify and restrict movement of overage, polluting vehicles in the city.
From electronics to automobile, India emerges as a key global hub: PM Modi
India has emerged as a major automobile producer and exporter and a similar transformation has been observed in electronics manufacturing, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said here on Saturday.