Jal Jeevan Mission is facilitating the empowerment of more women in India, especially in the rural areas, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday.
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$2.2 trillion in infra investment to help India become $7 trillion economy by 2030
An estimated investment of $2.2 trillion into infrastructure development is imperative to support India’s GDP size to expand to $7 trillion by 2030, according to a report on Thursday.
Intelligence agencies on high alert in Bengal over 'outsiders' hiring rooms near Bangladesh border
Intelligence agencies, both central and state, are on high alert in West Bengal following inputs about the sudden increase in the number of outsiders hiring rooms in different villages close to the international borders with Bangladesh.
RS Chairman under siege, Oppn’s blackmail politics exposed: TN BJP leader
Tamil Nadu BJP has accused the INDIA bloc of engaging in a “shameful political drama” by bringing a no-confidence motion against Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar and also termed it as 'blackmail politics'.
NASA performs investigation on grounded Ingenuity Helicopter on Mars
NASA engineers have completed investigations on the agency's Ingenuity Mars Helicopter which was permanently grounded on the Red Planet since its last flight in January this year.
Rashmika Mandanna is thankful for all the love for ‘Pushpa 2’, Srivalli
Actress Rashmika Madanna is overwhelmed with the response her character Srivalli and her latest release “Pushpa: The Rule” is getting and has expressed her gratitude on social media.
Great day for America: Trump welcomes FBI chief's resignation announcement
Wray, on Wednesday, informed FBI employees of his intention to resign at the end of President Joe Biden's tenure, paving the way for a smooth transition to Kashyap "Kash" Patel, should he be confirmed as Trump's nominee to head the agency.
Russia says Ukraine attacked its airbase with US missiles
Ukrainian forces launched a missile strike with Western high-precision weapons on the Taganrog military airfield in Russia's Rostov region, the Russian Defence Ministry said Wednesday.
Iconic Hornbill Festival has elevated state's reputation on global stage: Nagaland CM
Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio on Wednesday said that the iconic Hornbill Festival has elevated the state's reputation on the global stage, showcasing the vibrant energy, creativity and innovation of the state’s youths to the international community, while enabling them to pursue their aspirations.
Congress has links with Kuki outfits, claims Manipur BJP
BJP Manipur unit General Secretary, K. Sharatkumar in support of his claim referred a letter by the World Kuki-Zo Intellectual Council (WKZIC) to Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha.
PSBs were UPA’s ATM for cronies: FM Sitharaman rebuts Rahul Gandhi’s allegations
“It was actually during the UPA regime when bank employees were harassed and forced to give loans to cronies through “phone banking” by the then Congress-led UPA Govt functionaries,” the Finance Minister posted on X.
India’s renewable energy capacity logs 14.2 pc growth at 213.7 GW
India’s total non-fossil fuel installed capacity reached 213.70 GW in November, marking an impressive 14.2 per cent growth from 187.05 GW in the same month last year, the government said on Wednesday.
New narcotics stations set up in Mizoram to combat drug menace
In a bid to combat drug abuse and reduce the supply of narcotics in Mizoram, Chief Minister Lalduhoma on Wednesday inaugurated two new excise and narcotics stations at Saitual and Khawzawl, the newly-established district headquarters in the eastern part of the state, officials said.
Smart India Hackathon: PM Modi focuses on out-of-the-box thinking for national and global progress
In his address, the Prime Minister reiterated his concept of 'Sabka Prayas', a theme he has emphasised in his Red Fort speeches. He highlighted that India’s progress can accelerate through collective efforts, and today’s event stands as a testament to this.
India poised to become leading maritime player: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted that with a strategic location in the Indian Ocean and a legacy of trade and cultural exchange, India is poised to become a global hub and a leading maritime player.
Two PHCs in state receive National Quality Assurance Certification
The Union Health Ministry has awarded the National Quality Assurance Standards (NQAS) certification to the Jampui and Bungnung Primary Health Centres in North District in the financial year 2024-2025.
Doctors protest against attack on on-duty physician at Unakoti District Hospital
Health workers of Unakoti District Hospital staged a protest in front of the hospital premises on Wednesday, expressing their outrage over the alleged assault on Dr. Dhrupad Das, an on-duty physician, by three individuals, including Shyamal Das, a former assistant president of Unakoti District Council and a current BJP member.
CM to inaugurate 68th National School Games Under-17 Girls tomorrow
Chief Minister Prof. (Dr.) Manik Saha will inaugurate the prestigious competition, according to an announcement made by Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Tinku Roy at a press conference held today at the Secretariat Press Conference Hall.
Foreign Secy briefs MPs after Dhaka visit, says Yunus govt has assured action on perpetrators behind attacks on Hindus
According to sources, Misri told the gathering of about 21-22 MPs, who attended the detailed briefing, that the interim government in Dhaka has assured action on perpetrators behind attacks on Hindus in the country.
Allu Arjun moves High Court over theatre stampede case
Tollywood actor Allu Arjun has approached Telangana High Court to quash a case registered by the Hyderabad Police against in connection with stampede at a theatre during the premier show of ‘Pushpa 2: The Rule’ on December 4.
Ex-CM, Padma Vibhushan Krishna’s funeral held with state honours in K’taka
The funeral of the statesman was held as per Hindu Vokkaliga traditions and with government honours at his native place Somanahalli near Maddur town in Mandya district of Karnataka.
RBI to maintain continuity and stability in policy matters: Sanjay Malhotra
Newly appointed RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Wednesday said the central bank will maintain continuity and stability in policy matters with a greater use of technology to promote financial inclusion.
Amid Bangladeshi parties’ ‘long march’ security tightened along Tripura borders
Amid Bangladeshi parties’ reported march towards Indian borders along Agartala, security along the frontiers with Tripura has been further tightened, officials said.
Gave 3,000 pages of proof on voters’ deletions, EC assured due diligence: Kejriwal
According to Kejriwal, as of December 5, only 487 deletion applications from Shahdara were displayed on the Commission’s website. This discrepancy raises questions about the remaining applications and the transparency of the process.
Indian Americans urge UN to recognise plight of Hindus in Bangladesh as 'ongoing genocide'
The situation for Hindus worsened drastically after August, the report says, as it documents an alarming rise in gang rapes, murders, and desecration of temples. Rural Hindu communities, it mentioned, face the brunt of these attacks, enduring atrocities that often go unreported and unpunished.