New Delhi, April 20, 2026: Commercial vehicles entering the national capital will now face a sharp increase in environment charges after the Municipal Corporation of Delhi implemented a significant hike in the Environment Compensation Charge. The revised rates, effective from April 19, are intended to discourage polluting vehicles and ease the city’s worsening air quality.…
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Washington DC, April 20, 2026: India and the United States have begun a crucial round of trade negotiations in the American capital, marking a renewed push to conclude the initial phase of a proposed bilateral trade agreement. The discussions, scheduled over three days, bring senior officials from both sides together for the first face to…
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Bhubaneswar, April 19: In a major push towards making India a global semiconductor hub, Odisha on Sunday laid the foundation stone for the country’s first Advanced 3D Glass Semiconductor Packaging Unit. The project, developed by Heterogenous Integration Packaging Solutions (3DGS), marks a significant milestone in India’s electronics manufacturing journey. The groundbreaking ceremony was led by…
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In a landmark initiative blending tradition with global design, the Ministry of Textiles, in collaboration with the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), unveiled “Vishwa Sutra – Weaves of India for the World” at the 61st edition of Femina Miss India in Bhubaneswar. The collection represents a first-of-its-kind effort to position Indian handlooms within a…
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New Delhi : In a significant push towards financial sustainability and improved passenger experience, Indian Railways has reported robust earnings from scrap monetisation and non-fare revenue streams in FY 2025–26—achieved without increasing passenger ticket fares. The Railways recorded ₹6,813.86 crore from scrap sales, surpassing its target of ₹6,000 crore. This follows a similarly strong performance…
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New Delhi, April 19, 2026: The Government of the National Capital Territory of Delhi has initiated the drafting of a dedicated “Delhi Semiconductor Policy” aimed at developing the capital into a key centre for semiconductor design, research and development, and allied high technology activities. The initiative is being led by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, who…
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New Delhi, April 19, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday conveyed his greetings to citizens on the occasion of Bhagwan Parshuram Jayanti, reflecting on the ideals and teachings associated with the revered figure. In his message, the Prime Minister said that Bhagwan Parshuram is regarded as a symbol of courage and wisdom, and continues…
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New Delhi, April 19, 2026: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to travel to Germany on an official three day visit from April 21 to 23, aimed at strengthening strategic defence cooperation and expanding industrial partnerships between the two countries. During the visit, he will hold bilateral discussions with German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius and…
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New Delhi, April 19, 2026: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed deep sorrow over the passing of noted author, columnist and former Rajya Sabha member Balbir Punj, describing his demise as a significant loss to the nation’s intellectual and media landscape. In his condolence message, the Prime Minister highlighted that Balbir Punj was widely…
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New Delhi: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved two major multitracking projects of the Indian Railways with a total estimated cost of ₹24,815 crore. The projects—Ghaziabad–Sitapur 3rd and 4th Line (403 km) and Rajahmundry (Nidadavolu)–Visakhapatnam (Duvvada) 3rd and 4th Line (198 km)—will together add about 601…
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