Vijay annnounces key appointments to strengthen TVK’s organisational network
Chennai, June 11 (IANS) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President and actor-turned-politician Vijay on Wednesday announced a significant expansion of the party’s organisational structure, appointing office-bearers for four key wings – social media, information technology, legal consultation, and advocates. The move, aimed at building a robust groundwork ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, marks a strategic […]
Two new Railway projects to improve connectivity, boost sustainability: PM Modi
New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said that two new railway projects will improve connectivity, commerce and also boost sustainability. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by PM Modi, has approved two multi-tracking projects across the Indian Railways network, entailing an investment of Rs 6,405 crore. “Today, two […]
Meghalaya Minister urges tourists to visit state with clean intent, warns against harmful behaviour
Shillong, June 11 (IANS) Meghalaya Tourism Minister Paul Lyngdoh on Wednesday urged tourists to come into the state with a clean heart and mind, cautioning that harmful or unlawful behaviour would not be tolerated. The Minister called for self-discipline and responsible tourism among locals. “Sohra is a land of good spirit and a land of […]
Union Minister Shekhawat asks TN govt to cooperate with Centre on Keeladi excavations
Chennai, June 11 (IANS) Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat has called upon the Tamil Nadu government to cooperate with the Centre in continuing scientific research at the Keeladi excavation site, emphasising the need for robust and verifiable evidence before drawing historical conclusions. Responding to political criticism surrounding the alleged delay in releasing reports of […]
Foreign secretary Vikram Misri visits BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi, deeply moved
Abu Dhabi, June 11 (IANS) India’s foreign secretary Vikram Misri paid a visit to BAPS Hindu Mandir – the first Hindu temple in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), inaugurated last year, marking a new era of ties between the two nations. Vikram Misri visited the temple on Tuesday, while on an official tour of the […]
75 Covid-19 cases reported in Indonesia since early this year
Jakarta, June 11 (IANS) Indonesia has reported 75 cases of Covid-19 across the archipelago since early this year, local media reported Wednesday, citing the Ministry of Health. The ministry’s spokesperson Aji Muhawarman said that most of those infected have recovered, adding that two people were found infected last week. The ministry has urged the public […]
Piyush Goyal invites greater Swedish participation in India’s infra, manufacturing sectors
Stockholm, June 11 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Wednesday said that enhanced business engagement will add further momentum to the growing Indian-Swedish bilateral ties. Addressing the India-Sweden Business Leaders’ Roundtable (ISBLRT) here, hosted by Marcus Wallenberg, Chair, Wallenberg Investments AB, the minister said India-Sweden cooperation will continue to drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and […]
India-EU trilateral cooperation agreement to benefit Global South
Brussels, June 11 (IANS) India and the European Union (EU) on Wednesday signed an agreement on Trilateral Cooperation that focuses on joint priorities and supports pilot projects in third countries. The agreement driving forward India–EU engagement in connectivity, India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), green shipping and clean energy was signed in the presence of External […]
UN recognises World Restoration Flagships in three continents
Nice (France), June 11 (IANS) The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the UN (FAO), on Wednesday, announced to name the first World Restoration Flagships for this year, tackling pollution, unsustainable exploitation, and invasive species in three continents. These initiatives are restoring nearly five million hectares of marine ecosystems — […]
