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MIFF 2026 Pays Tribute to Indian Creative Legends Through Powerful Documentary Screenings

Mumbai, June 19, 2026: The 19th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) celebrated the remarkable contributions of Indian artistic icons through two special documentary screenings in its Homage section, honouring the legacy of acclaimed photographer Raghu Rai and legendary Carnatic percussionist Palghat Raghu. The festival presented Raghu Rai: Hearing Through the Eyes and Tala and Rhythm…

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Union Minister Manohar Lal stresses reforms in power distribution, smart metering and urban schemes to strengthen Jharkhand’s development journey

Ranchi, June 19, 2026: Union Minister for Power and Housing & Urban Affairs Manohar Lal on Thursday reviewed key power sector initiatives and urban development schemes with the Jharkhand Government, focusing on improving electricity distribution, strengthening infrastructure and accelerating citizen-centric projects across the state. The review meeting, held in Ranchi, was attended by Jharkhand Urban…

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President Droupadi Murmu Highlights Progress in Sickle Cell Elimination Mission at Omkareshwar Event

Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh, June 19: President Droupadi Murmu attended the International Sickle Cell Day commemoration in Omkareshwar, Madhya Pradesh, and praised the country’s efforts to tackle sickle cell disease through large-scale screening and awareness programmes. Addressing the gathering, the President described the National Sickle Cell Anaemia Elimination Mission as one of the world’s largest genetic…

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Ashwini Vaishnaw Reviews Reforms to Empower Station Masters Across Indian Railways

New Delhi, June 19: Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has reviewed a wide-ranging plan aimed at strengthening the role of Station Masters across the Indian Railways network. The initiative seeks to improve station management, enhance passenger services, and boost operational safety. During a high-level meeting with senior railway officials, the Minister discussed the challenges faced…

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Ashwini Vaishnaw Announces ₹10,000 Crore Railway Push for Bihar with New Trains and Infrastructure Expansion

Patna, June 19: Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday announced a major expansion plan for Bihar’s railway network, highlighting a record allocation of more than ₹10,000 crore and ongoing projects worth nearly ₹1.15 lakh crore aimed at strengthening connectivity, capacity and industrial growth in the state. Speaking to reporters after arriving in Patna,…

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Kiren Rijiju Reviews Haj 2026 Arrangements, Charts Roadmap for Haj 2027

NEW DELHI, 18 JUNE2026: Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju chaired a high-level Haj Review Meeting at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre (DAIC) in New Delhi on Thursday to assess the conduct of Haj 2026 and outline preparations for Haj 2027. The meeting was attended by Dr. Srivatsa Krishna, Secretary, Ministry…

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NIXI Celebrates 23rd Foundation Day, Showcasing India’s Internet Revolution

NEW DELHI, 18 JUNE 2026: The National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) will celebrate its 23rd Foundation Day on June 19, 2026, marking more than two decades of contributions towards strengthening India’s internet infrastructure and supporting the country’s digital transformation journey. The event will be attended by S. Krishnan, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and…

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Chief Minister Rekha Gupta Launches ‘Jan Kalyan Shivir’ at Sandesh Vihar

New Delhi, 18 June 2026 : Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Thursday inaugurated a ‘Jan Kalyan Shivir’ (Public Welfare Camps) at the MCD Community Hall in Sandesh Vihar, Shalimar Bagh. Organised with the spirit of ‘12 Years of Trust, Development and Public Welfare’, these camps are being held from June 18 to June 20…

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UP CM Yogi Adityanath Launches Development Projects Worth Over ₹570 Crore in Unnao

Unnao, June 18 2026:  Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday participated in a major development programme in Unnao district, where he inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 101 development projects worth more than ₹570 crore. The projects cover a wide range of sectors aimed at strengthening infrastructure, improving public services and accelerating…

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Delhi Government to Share Parents’ Concerns Along with NEET Aspirants: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta

New Delhi, 18 June 2026 : Ahead of the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET) scheduled to be held across the country on June 21, the Delhi Government has taken an unprecedented and humane initiative to make special arrangements not only for NEET aspirants but also for the parents accompanying them. Chief Minister  Rekha Gupta…

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