New Delhi, June 12: In a major anti-smuggling operation, the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized approximately 71 lakh sticks of foreign-origin cigarettes worth around ₹14 crore across the North-Eastern region since May 2026. The crackdown has also led to the arrest of four individuals allegedly involved in the illegal trade. According to officials,…
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Lucknow, June 12- On the occasion of completion of 12 years of continuous service to 140 crore Indians under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, dedicated to service, good governance and commitment, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed a media interaction at Lok Bhavan on Friday. On this occasion, he highlighted the wide-ranging transformation that…
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New Delhi, June 12: The promotional campaign for the 4th Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) 2026 commenced with a grand roadshow in the national capital on Thursday, marking the beginning of a nationwide outreach initiative aimed at attracting industry leaders, exporters, buyers, investors and trade organizations from across the country. Scheduled to be held…
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Lucknow, June 12: A Lucknow-Delhi IndiGo flight was delayed on Friday after a bomb threat alert triggered extensive security checks shortly before its scheduled departure from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport. The flight, carrying nearly 180 passengers, was scheduled to depart for Delhi at 10:45 a.m. However, authorities initiated emergency security protocols after information suggesting…
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New Delhi, June 12: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah on Friday chaired a high-level meeting in New Delhi to review security and logistical arrangements for the Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra 2026, which is scheduled to take place from July 3 to August 28, 2026. The meeting was attended by Jammu &…
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New Delhi, June 12: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) has released the draft Telecommunications (Television, Radio and Associated Services) Rules, 2026 for public consultation. The proposed rules aim to create a unified regulatory framework for television, radio, and related broadcasting services under the Telecommunications Act, 2023. Stakeholders can submit comments and suggestions on…
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Wayanad, June 12: Kerala health authorities have confirmed seven additional cases of Shigella infection among students in Wayanad district, taking the total number of infected children to 16. Officials said all affected students are currently stable, while surveillance and preventive measures have been intensified across the district to contain the spread of the bacterial disease. District…
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New Delhi, June 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the demise of veteran shooting champion Jaspal Rana, describing his passing as a major loss for Indian sports. In a condolence message issued on Friday, the Prime Minister paid tribute to Rana’s remarkable contribution to shooting and his role in nurturing future generations…
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Lucknow/New Delhi, June 11 : The 11th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog was held in New Delhi on Thursday under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Several important issues were discussed during the meeting. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also participated in the meeting and shared the details on his social media…
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Jaisalmer, June 11: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Thursday inaugurated a new 20 kW Akashvani FM transmitter at Ramgarh in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer district, strengthening radio broadcasting services in India’s western border region. The inauguration was conducted virtually from Akashvani Jaipur. The project is expected to significantly improve access to information, education and entertainment for residents…
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