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PM Modi launches Rs 83K Cr tribal development schemes on Gandhi Jayanti in Jharkhand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stones of a series of development projects, worth over Rs 83,000 crore, aimed at uplift of tribal communities from Jharkhand's Hazaribagh on Gandhi Jayanti

Oct 2, 2024

Andhra floods affect 10 lakh people, damaged crops over 5 lakh acres

Andhra floods damage crops spread over 5 lakh acres, 10 lakh people affected

Heavy rains and floods that battered parts of south coastal Andhra Pradesh last week affected over 10 lakh people, destroyed agriculture crops of over 5 lakh acres, and damaged 4,222 km long roads besides claiming 45 human lives.

Sep 9, 2024

1st consignment of Indian pomegranates reaches Melbourne from Mumbai

First consignment of Indian pomegranates reaches Melbourne from Mumbai

The first consignment of Indian pomegranates from Mumbai to Melbourne in Australia has been successfully facilitated, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) informed on Thursday.

Sep 5, 2024

Andhra floods claim 15 lives, affect 4.48 lakh people

Heavy rains and floods in Andhra Pradesh have so far claimed 15 lives and affected more than 4.48 lakh people across seven districts, officials said on Monday.

Sep 2, 2024

Union Cabinet decides to expand scope of Agriculture Infrastructure Fund scheme

In a significant move to enhance and strengthen the agricultural infrastructure in the country and support the farming community, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday, announced a series of measures to expand the scope of the central sector Agricultural Infrastructure Fund (AIF) scheme.

Aug 28, 2024

Rs 28,000 crore power debt repaid; J&K will continue to get cheaper electricity: LG Manoj Sinha

J&K Lt. Governor Manoj Sinha said on Monday that the union territory administration has paid the huge power debt bill and the people here would continue to get cheaper electricity than other states and UTs.

Aug 12, 2024

Mission Jal Raksha: Transformative Water Conservation Initiative in Chhattisgarh

Mission Jal Raksha in Chhattisgarh's Rajnandgaon district has successfully transformed water conservation through advanced technology and widespread community involvement. Read on.

Aug 8, 2024

Unprecedented heatwave in Kashmir, primary classes suspended till July 30

Unprecedented heatwave grips Kashmir, schools suspend primary classes till tomorrow

Unprecedented sweltering heat has adversely affected normal life in Kashmir valley. Authorities, on Monday, closed schools up to primary classes to protect children from heat stroke and dehydration.

Jul 29, 2024

9 priorities of Union Budget: FM unveils road map for 'Viksit Bharat'

Nine priorities of Union Budget: FM unveils road map for 'Viksit Bharat'

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, presenting her seventh consecutive Budget and her first in Modi 3.0, spotlighted nine priority areas for generating ample opportunities for all.

Jul 23, 2024

Kashmir gets major tourism boost in 2024: Influx of record-breaking 1.25 million tourists so far

Kashmir is experiencing a tourism boom in 2024, with an influx of over 1.25 million visitors, which contributes to the local economy in a big way. The increase in tourism has a ripple effect on other industries, including horticulture and handicrafts.

May 31, 2024

ECI announces comprehensive scheme for Kashmiri migrants to vote in Lok Sabha elections [details]

Living in different parts of the country, Kashmiri migrants are deciding players in three Lok Sabha segments of the valley.

Mar 24, 2024

Heading to Himachal? Get hotel booking in advance, or spend night in chilly cold

If you are heading to the hills of Himachal Pradesh this week to ring in New Year, get an advance booking of a hotel or a homestay unit before travelling, government officials said on Monday.

Dec 25, 2023

J&K's industrial growth gets mega boost; LG Manoj Sinha inaugurates 12 CA stores in Pulwama [details]

As J&K LG Manoj Sinha unveils modern state-of-the-art CA stores in Pulwama, it paves way for J&K's industrial and logistic advancements. Read more.

Oct 30, 2023

Compulsorily retired for taking Rs 50 bribe, K'taka HC gives relief to man

Banjara Hills Inspector caught red-handed accepting bribe from pub-owner; probe ordered

A shocking case of alleged corruption has come to light involving Banjara Hills Inspector M Narender. It is reported that the said Circle Inspector demanded a substantial bribe of Rs 4.5 lakh from a pub owner for "not harassing the pub management" and for smooth operations of the pub.

Oct 6, 2023

Heavy rains likely in north, coastal K'taka, yellow alert in 3 dists

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy rainfall in north Karnataka region on Saturday and Sunday

Sep 23, 2023

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