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CM Bhagwant Singh Mann’s efforts yield results, path cleared for completion of long-pending overbridges & highways in Punjab

NEW DELHI, 13 May 2026: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Wednesday secured major assurances from the Centre for completion of several long-pending highway and flyover projects in Punjab after a crucial meeting with Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, with stalled infrastructure works at Makhu, Adampur and Bhawanigarh set to move…

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Cabinet approves Ahmedabad Dholera semi high speed rail project worth ₹20,667 crore

New Delhi, May 13, 2026: The Union Cabinet has approved the Ahmedabad (Sarkhej)–Dholera Semi High Speed Double Line railway project, marking a major infrastructure push aimed at improving connectivity in Gujarat and strengthening regional economic development. The decision was taken by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The project,…

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Chief Minister Rekha Gupta says Delhi’s new logistics policy will boost jobs and investment

New Delhi, May 13, 2026: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced that the capital’s upcoming Logistics and Warehousing Policy is in its final stages and is aimed at transforming Delhi into a modern logistics hub while improving industrial growth, employment generation and investment opportunities. The proposed policy seeks to reduce congestion and pollution by shifting…

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NHRC calls for stronger migrant worker protections through rights based reforms

New Delhi, May 13, 2026: The National Human Rights Commission held a core group meeting in New Delhi focused on strengthening protections for migrant workers, with leading policymakers, legal experts, industry representatives and international organisations stressing urgent reforms to improve labour rights, welfare access and implementation of existing laws. NHRC Chairperson Justice V Ramasubramanian said…

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Prateek Yadav Death: How a Blood Clot in the Lungs Can Turn Fatal Within Minutes

The sudden demise of Prateek Yadav on Wednesday has shocked political circles and supporters across Uttar Pradesh. Prateek Yadav, who was 38 years old, reportedly died in Lucknow after his health deteriorated early in the morning. Family members rushed him to the hospital, where doctors declared him dead on arrival. According to sources close to…

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Sonia Gandhi Hospitalised in Gurugram, Rahul Gandhi Puts Kerala Program on Hold

Gurugram: Congress Parliamentary Party chairperson Sonia Gandhi has been admitted to Medanta – The Medicity after reportedly experiencing health-related complications. Sources familiar with the matter said her condition remains stable and she is currently under close medical supervision. According to information received, the veteran Congress leader was taken to the hospital late Tuesday night, where…

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PM Modi Slashes Convoy Size Amid Fuel Concerns, Pushes EVs, Carpooling And Work From Home

In the backdrop of the growing fuel supply concerns linked to the Hormuz crisis, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has taken a significant step aimed at promoting fuel conservation across the country. According to sources, the Prime Minister has instructed officials to reduce the size of his official convoy by nearly half while encouraging increased use…

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Congress Parliamentary Chairperson Sonia Gandhi admitted to hospital in Gurugram

Gurugram, May 13, 2026: Congress Parliamentary Chairperson Sonia Gandhi has been admitted to Medanta Hospital in Gurugram, according to hospital sources and news agency reports. Officials said she was taken to the hospital on Wednesday, but did not immediately disclose the reason for her admission or her current medical condition. She is reportedly under observation…

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi reduces convoy size significantly following fuel conservation appeal: Sources

New Delhi, May 13, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has significantly reduced the size of his official convoy, according to sources, shortly after his public appeal urging citizens and government departments to conserve fuel amid global energy pressures. The decision is being viewed as an effort to personally reflect the austerity message he recently communicated,…

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah reduces convoy size after PM Modi’s fuel saving appeal

New Delhi, May 13, 2026: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has reduced the size of his official convoy to less than half, following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation and responsible energy use amid the ongoing West Asia crisis. The decision is in line with the government’s broader effort to promote fuel efficiency…

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