West Bengal, which held the third-largest share of national GDP at 10.5 per cent in 1960-61, now accounts for only 5.6 per cent share in 2023-24. The state had a 6.7 per cent share in the nation’s economy in 2010-11 when Mamata Banerjee assumed CM’s office.
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A woman whose family fought for Afzal Guru was made Delhi CM, says Swati Maliwal
Soon after the Aam Aadmi Party named Atishi for the post of Chief Minister of Delhi, Rajya Sabha member Swati Maliwal expressed strong disapproval saying that this was a sad day for Delhi, and also termed her as the 'dummy CM’.
Arvind Kejriwal picks his successor, Atishi is new Delhi CM till next elections
Delhi’s lone woman minister Atishi has been unanimously chosen to succeed Arvind Kejriwal as the next Chief Minister, Gopal Rai told newsmen on Tuesday.
RG Kar case: SC to pass order asking Wikipedia to remove victim's name, photos
The Supreme Court on Tuesday said that it will pass an injunctive order specifically asking Wikipedia to remove the name, photographs and video clips of the deceased victim in West Bengal’s R.G. Kar Medical College & Hospital incident.
100 days of Modi 3.0: Amit Shah lists govt's achievements, milestones
Accompanied by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Home Minister Shah launched a booklet highlighting the government’s achievements on the 100th day of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's third term.
Atishi to be new Delhi Chief Minister after Arvind Kejriwal quits
The speculation over who would be the next Delhi CM seems to be settled now, with Atishi gaining the approval of top Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leadership for donning the mantle from party supremo Arvind Kejriwal.
CBI intending to unearth 'absolute truth' of RG Kar incident: SC
The Supreme Court on Tuesday said that the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which has been entrusted to investigate the ghastly rape and murder of a junior doctor at the state-run R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata last month, is intending to unearth “absolute truth” and “further truth”.
Centre invites platform aggregators to register gig workers on e-Shram portal
In a bid to extend social security benefits to millions of gig workers, the government on Tuesday invited platform aggregators to register their workers on the e-Shram portal.
PM Modi turns 74; Prez Murmu, Union Ministers, CMs extend birthday greetings
President Droupadi Murmu led the nation in greeting PM Modi on his birthday. She wrote on X in Hindi (translated), "Hearty congratulations and best wishes to Prime Minister Shri@narendramodiji on his birthday.
Modi govt aims to implement 'One Nation, One Election' within current term: Sources
PM Modi in his Independence Day address this year, had urged political parties to unite in backing the ONOE initiative. He highlighted that the frequent elections across various levels of government pose a "barrier to India's progress".
Lord Ganpati being put behind bars: PM Modi castigates Congress for ‘insulting’ Hindu deity
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a blistering attack on the Congress party over the ‘arrest’ of Lord Ganesh in Karnataka and accused it of pursuing only one agenda – Appeasement.
Muslim scholars commend Waqf Bill, say it's beneficial for community
Muslim scholars have commended the Centre's Waqf (Amendment) Bill, which intends to overcome the shortcomings and enhance the efficiency of the administration and management of the Waqf properties, and said it will benefit the community.
DRDO, Indian Navy successfully test Vertical Launch Short Range Surface-to-Air Missile
In another milestone, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy on Thursday successfully conducted the flight test of the Vertical Launch Short Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VL-SRSAM) from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, off the coast of Odisha, an official statement said.
CPI-M chief Yechury passes away, condolences and tributes pour in
Veteran political leader and CPI-M General Secretary Sitaram Yechury, who was undergoing treatment at the intensive care unit at the AIIMS here, passed away on Thursday. He was 72.
Paris Paralympics: PM Modi meets Indian Para-athletes at his residence
Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the Indian contingent that recently created history at the Paris Paralympics, winning the country’s highest ever medal, at his residence 7, Lok Kalyan Marg on Thursday.
India, US working in areas like critical minerals, supply chains: Piyush Goyal
India and the US are working together towards becoming self-reliant in critical minerals, strengthening supply chains and adopting cutting-edge technologies, the government has informed.
Cabinet clears Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-IV with Rs 70,125 crore outlay
The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-IV (PMGSY-IV) with a total outlay of Rs 70,125 crore.
Cabinet approves PM EV scheme with Rs 10,900 crore outlay for 2 years
The Cabinet on Wednesday approved the 'PM Electric Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme' for the promotion of electric mobility in the country with an outlay of Rs 10,900 crore for a period of two years.
BJP welcomes 19 high-profile members, including former IFS Bhaswati Mukherjee, ex-DGP Nirmal Kaur, Major Generals
In a significant membership drive at the residence of senior BJP leader and Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, 19 distinguished individuals on Wednesday joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
India sets benchmark for world in building chip plants: Ashwini Vaishnaw
India has set a benchmark for the world when it comes to fast approving and kicking-off construction on new semiconductor plants in the country which is a strong indicator of the success of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision, Union Railways and Electronics and IT Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, said on Wednesday.
Rahul Gandhi is standing with forces that divide India, says Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday sharply criticised Rahul Gandhi, who is currently in the US, for allegedly supporting divisive forces and making harmful statements about India.
PM Modi pens 'heart-warming letter' to hockey stalwart Sreejesh on his retirement
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote a letter to former Indian hockey stalwart PR Sreejesh to convey an appreciation for his "monumental contributions" to Indian hockey.
$8 bn market opportunity awaits India’s social enterprises by next year: Hardeep Puri
India’s social enterprises are witnessing rapid growth and the market opportunity and potential for them is estimated to be $8 billion by next year, Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister, Hardeep Singh Puri, has said.
CEOs of top semiconductor firms hail PM Modi’s leadership
As the country geared up to organise the three-day ‘Semicon India 2024’ conference, top CEOs of semiconductor companies on Tuesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, saying he has inspired not just India but the entire world.
India has capability to lead global semiconductor supply chain: PM Modi
India has the capability to become a trusted partner in a diversified semiconductor supply chain globally and the government will follow a predictable and stable policy regime, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday.