New Delhi, July 29: Kiren Rijiju Rahul Gandhi became the focus of political debate in Parliament on Wednesday after the Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister criticised the Leader of the Opposition during discussions on the Anti-Paper Leak Bill. Addressing reporters outside Parliament, Rijiju said the Centre had introduced the amendment after repeated concerns from students over…
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New Delhi, July 29: Global Tiger Day 2026 was marked by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday with a message highlighting India’s achievements in tiger conservation and reaffirming the country’s commitment to protecting wildlife and preserving biodiversity. In his message, the Prime Minister noted that India is home to nearly 70 per cent of the…
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New Delhi: Bihar Bhawan on Tuesday inaugurated its new canteen in the national capital, offering visitors, members of the Bihari diaspora and residents of Delhi-NCR an opportunity to savour authentic traditional cuisine from the state. The facility was inaugurated by Bihar Bhawan Resident Commissioner Manoj Kumar Singh, who said the initiative aims not only to…
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New Delhi, July 28: Indian Railways has approved a ₹163-crore project to modernise the electric traction system on the Parbhani–Mudkhed double-line section in the Nanded Division of South Central Railway. The initiative is aimed at boosting operational efficiency, increasing freight-carrying capacity, and facilitating the operation of faster passenger services, including Vande Bharat trains. As part…
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New Delhi, July 28: In a major initiative aimed at strengthening the financial independence of women, the Delhi Cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, has approved the ‘Delhi Lakshmi Yojana’. The scheme will provide eligible women in the national capital with financial assistance of ₹2,500 per month. The government announced that the…
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New Delhi, July 27, 2026:Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Monday introduced the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026 in the Lok Sabha to strengthen the legal framework against examination malpractices, including question paper leaks, impersonation and organised cheating. The Bill seeks to amend the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act,…
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New Delhi, 27 July 2026 : The historic Banjara Ekta Sankalp Yatra, a nationwide movement for unity, social awareness and empowerment of the Banjara community, concluded today with a grand Closing Ceremony attended by saints, social leaders, public representatives and thousands of members of the Banjara community from across the country. The Yatra commenced on…
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Dispur, July 27, 2026; “Assam flood crisis has intensified as heavy rains continue to affect several parts of the state, leaving thousands displaced and forcing authorities to expand relief operations. Singer Papon has appealed to people across India and the world to support flood-affected families during this difficult period.” In a video message shared on…
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New Delhi, July 27, 2026; India Hepatitis Elimination efforts have received a major boost as the Government of India expands free screening, vaccination and treatment services under the National Viral Hepatitis Control Programme (NVHCP) to achieve the 2030 elimination target. Viral hepatitis is an infection that affects the liver and can lead to serious complications…
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New Delhi, July 27: Senior IAS officer Keshav Chandra on Monday officially took charge as the Secretary of the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, marking the beginning of his tenure in the key administrative role. Soon after assuming office, Chandra chaired his first review meeting with senior officials of the Ministry to assess the…
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