New Delhi, August 19, 2026; Uttar Pradesh stepped up its efforts to deepen economic ties with Japan on Wednesday as the state government hosted the U.P.-Japan Investment Meet 2026 at Taj Palace in the national capital, bringing together more than 200 senior executives and business leaders from Japan. The investment meet focused on expanding Japanese…
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Patna, August 19, 2026; At least 34 students of Parsa Middle School in Nalanda district were taken ill after consuming the midday meal served at the school, triggering concern among parents and authorities. The incident occurred on Tuesday when several students began experiencing throat irritation, abdominal pain and other symptoms shortly after having their lunch.…
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New Delhi, August 19, 2026; Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has reacted to Union Minister Ramdas Athawale’s recent suggestion that he join the Republican Party of India (A), which is part of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance. Athawale had extended the political invitation to Dipke, saying that his association with the Republican Party of…
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Bijapur, August 19, 2026; A new chapter is unfolding in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region as Nambi Waterfall in Bijapur district gains recognition as an emerging tourist attraction. Improved connectivity and a gradual return of normalcy have encouraged visitors to explore the scenic destination, while local residents are finding fresh opportunities to earn a livelihood from tourism.…
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Kolkata, August 19, 2026; A major fire at a hotel complex on Mirza Ghalib Street in central Kolkata claimed nine lives, including that of a child, early Wednesday, prompting Kolkata Police to constitute a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to determine how the blaze started and whether safety regulations were followed. The fire broke out around…
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New Delhi, August 18, 2026; Aam Aadmi Party chief and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the use of the term “dimagi Naxal”, arguing that questioning the government or raising concerns about the system should not be equated with such a label. Kejriwal made the remarks while targeting…
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Mumbai, August 18, 2026; Haryana will showcase its investment potential before leading domestic and international investors through the ‘Happening Haryana’ roadshow in Mumbai on August 23 and 24. The two-day outreach programme will highlight Haryana’s growing industrial ecosystem, connectivity, infrastructure and investor-friendly policies. The state government is expected to engage with business leaders and prospective…
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New Delhi, August 18, 2026; Pithadhishwar of Shri Bageshwar Dham, Pt. Dhirendra Krishna Shastri, recently reviewed ‘Abhivyakti’, a poetry collection authored by Dr. R.N. Singh, National Executive President of the Yamuna Rakshak Dal. Dr. R.N. Singh personally presented a copy of the booklet to Pt. Dhirendra Krishna Shastri during the meeting. After going through the…
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Bahin, Palwal, August 15, 2026; Independence Day celebrations at Government Girls Senior Secondary School, Bahin, focused on an important message of dignity, health and environmental responsibility as 300 girl students received eco-friendly sanitary pads and menstrual hygiene kits. The initiative was organised with the support of KBC Welfare Society and Saukhyam Foundation and aimed to…
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New Delhi, August 15, 2026: The 80th Independence Day was celebrated with patriotic fervour, cultural festivities and strong community participation at the Type-5, Sarojini Nagar residential complex. The programme began with a senior citizen unfurling the National Flag, followed by the singing of the National Anthem by officers, residents and their families. A range of…
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