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PM Narendra Modi Extends Rath Yatra Greetings with Sanskrit Prayer to Lord Jagannath

New Delhi, July 16, 2026;PM Modi Rath Yatra greetings marked the sacred festival as Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a Sanskrit prayer dedicated to Lord Jagannath, praying for peace, prosperity and renewed energy for every citizen. Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his heartfelt greetings to the nation on the sacred occasion of Lord Jagannath’s Rath…

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Amit Shah Participates in Mangala Aarti at Ahmedabad Jagannath Temple Ahead of 149th Rath Yatra

Ahmedabad, July 16: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday offered prayers at the historic Jagannath Temple in Ahmedabad and participated in the traditional Mangala Aarti ahead of the city’s 149th Jagannath Rath Yatra. Shah, accompanied by his family, took part in the early morning rituals on the occasion of Ashadhi Bij, marking the beginning…

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Centre Releases Draft CAFE-III Fuel Efficiency Norms for Passenger Vehicles, Invites Public Feedback

New Delhi, July 16: The Ministry of Power has released the draft Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE-III) norms for public and stakeholder consultation, proposing stricter fuel efficiency standards for passenger vehicles to be sold in India over the next five years. According to the draft, the new norms will apply to M1 category passenger vehicles…

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Dharmendra Pradhan Offers Prayers at Puri Jagannath Temple Before Rath Yatra Festivities

Puri, July 16: Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan paid a visit to the revered Jagannath Temple in Puri on Thursday ahead of the commencement of the annual Rath Yatra, one of the country’s largest and most celebrated religious festivals. Before offering prayers at the temple, Pradhan visited the Govardhana Peeth, where he met Shankaracharya Swami…

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YEIDA Approves Airport Industrial Hub, ICMR Research Centre and International Trade City in Major Development Push

Greater Noida, : The Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) has approved a series of large-scale infrastructure and industrial initiatives aimed at strengthening economic development around the Noida International Airport. The decisions were taken during the Authority’s 91st Board Meeting, chaired by Alok Kumar, Chairman of YEIDA and Additional Chief Secretary (Industrial Development), with Board…

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UPSC Recommends 16 More Candidates from Reserve List for Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2025

New Delhi, July 15: The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced an additional list of candidates recommended for appointment through the Combined Geo-Scientist Examination 2025, selecting 16 candidates from the reserve list following a fresh request from the Ministry of Mines. The latest recommendations come after the Commission had earlier declared the final results…

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Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Calls Legislatures ‘Schools of Democracy’, Urges Lawmakers to Prioritise Public Trust

Jaipur, : Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday described legislative institutions as the true “schools of democracy“, saying they play a crucial role in shaping responsible public representatives through dialogue, discipline, consensus and a commitment to public service. He stressed that the success of a democracy depends not only on constitutional provisions but also…

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UP Governor Honours Delhi Gynaecologist Dr. Nishtha Bhardwaj with Gold Medal

Lucknow : Dr. Nishtha Bhardwaj (M.S. Obstetrics & Gynaecology), born in Baldev Park Colony, Krishna Nagar Assembly Constituency, Delhi, saw her long-cherished dream of achieving academic excellence and professional recognition come true on 15 July 2026, when she was awarded the Gold Medal by the Governor of Uttar Pradesh, Smt. Anandiben Patel, during the Second…

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President Murmu Calls for Scientific Advancement of Ayurveda at Saushrutam 2026

New Delhi, July 15, 2026; President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday inaugurated the three-day international conference “Saushrutam 2026” at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in New Delhi, marking the occasion of Sushruta Jayanti. During the event, she also dedicated the institute’s newly established MRI facility, strengthening its advanced diagnostic capabilities. Addressing medical professionals, academicians,…

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Delhi Cabinet Approves Right to Time-Bound Public Services Bill 2026, Introducing Citizen-Centric Governance Reforms

New Delhi, July 15: The Delhi Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, has approved the Delhi (Right of Citizen to Time Bound and Ease of Delivery of Services) Bill, 2026, paving the way for a modern, technology-driven governance framework that makes time-bound delivery of public services a legal right for every citizen. The proposed…

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