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Addressing a public gathering here on the completion of four years of the Uttarakhand government, the Defence Minister expressed pride and confidence in the government led by CM Dhami and attributed the state’s growth to him. …

Assam’s election campaign is set to be dominated by key issues including eviction policies, infiltration concerns, and development projects. Political parties will debate the government’s actions on land reclamation and child marriage, while illegal immigration and the CAA remain contentious. The ruling alliance will highlight welfare schemes and job recruitment,…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, condemning attacks on critical infrastructure that threaten regional stability and global supply chains. Modi reiterated the importance of open and secure shipping lanes and conveyed Eid al-Fitr and Nowruz greetings, expressing hope for peace and prosperity in the Middle East….

​When the BJP swept to power in 2014 with a decisive majority in the Lok Sabha, it did not carry that dominance into the Rajya Sabha. The Upper House, by design, is insulated from electoral waves. Its members are elected by state assemblies, and their terms are staggered, ensuring continuity…

Local body poll results in Kerala signal a potential shift, with the Congress-led UDF gaining momentum against the ruling LDF. The UDF secured key urban strongholds, raising concerns about anti-incumbency for Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s government. The BJP also shows strategic expansion, hinting at a more competitive assembly election. …

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of ‘moral cowardice and political betrayal’ over the Centre’s silence on the US-Israel conflict with Iran. Ramesh highlighted the government’s lack of condemnation or diplomatic initiative to de-escalate tensions, questioning the PM’s inaction despite his recent visit to Israel and…

Congress leader Shama Mohamed on Friday raised concerns over the low representation of women in the party’s candidate list, urging Rahul Gandhi to intervene. In a post on X, Mohamed said that out of 92 tickets, only nine had been allotted to women. She also pointed to the Lok Sabha…

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticised the BJP during Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations in Kolkata, accusing the Centre of trying to remove voters through SIR and impose President’s Rule. She said her government would resist such moves and protect people’s rights. Her remarks come amid a political row over electoral roll…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about the Yuge Yugeen Bharat Museum in New Delhi’s North and South Blocks. This historic center of power is becoming a cultural hub. The museum, set to be the world’s largest, will showcase India’s rich heritage. Its first gallery opens this year, with full completion…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu extended warm Eid-ul-Fitr greetings, emphasizing brotherhood and peace. Celebrations unfolded across the nation following the sighting of the Shawwal moon, marking the conclusion of Ramazan. Devotees gathered at Delhi’s Jama Masjid for special prayers, with vibrant scenes of community spirit and festive…

Raymond Group Chairman Gautam Singhania sustained minor injuries in a speedboat accident in the Maldives. He is recovering in a Mumbai hospital. Two other Indian men, including rally driver Hari Singh, are reported missing, and search operations are ongoing. …

The Union Education Ministry will launch a nationwide initiative through the National Institute of Open Schooling. This program aims to identify and enroll out-of-school children. The goal is to achieve 100% gross enrollment ratio by 2030. Open schooling offers flexible learning options. This drive will focus on marginalized groups. The…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephonic conversation with Bahrain’s King Hamad Bin Isa Al Khalifa, discussing regional developments in West Asia. Both leaders condemned attacks on critical infrastructure, emphasizing the need to keep global shipping routes secure and expressing concern over the impact on food, fuel, and fertilizer security….

India has sent a 2.5-ton consignment of medical supplies and equipment to Kabul following a deadly airstrike on a drug rehabilitation center. The shipment aims to support the treatment and recovery of those injured in the March 16 attack, which reportedly killed over 400 people. India reiterated its solidarity with…

Himachal Pradesh is set to introduce a new ‘orphan and widow cess’ on petrol and diesel, with rates capped at Rs 5 per litre. This proposed levy, aimed at creating a dedicated funding stream for welfare measures, will be applied on the initial sale of fuel within the state. …