Bihar govt promotes IPS officers ahead of New Year
Patna, Dec 23 (IANS) The Bihar government has given a major New Year’s gift to the state’s IPS officers. On Tuesday, the Home Department issued promotion orders for a large number of IPS officers, significantly strengthening the senior leadership of the Bihar Police. According to the notification, ADG Headquarters Kundan Krishnan has been promoted to […]
‘No tampering will be allowed’: Rajasthan CM hits back at Congress over Aravalli row
Jaipur, Dec 23 (IANS) Amid the ongoing war of words over the Aravalli range, Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma launched a counterattack on the Congress, accusing it of hypocrisy and spreading misinformation to mislead the public. Responding to allegations of “looting” the Aravallis, the Chief Minister questioned the Congress leadership’s own track record and said […]
Odisha: Special Gram Sabhas to be held across PESA areas tomorrow
Bhubaneswar, Dec 23 (IANS) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday announced that special Gram Sabhas will be organised on December 24 across all PESA areas in the state on the occasion of the National PESA Mahotsav. In a video message shared on the official X handle of CMO, CM Majhi extended warm greetings […]
Acharya Balakrishna says ‘Swadeshi is way of life’; hails PM Modi’s commitment
Jaipur, Dec 23 (IANS) Patanjali Ayurved Limited founder Acharya Balakrishna said on Tuesday that “Swadeshi is not merely an idea but a way of life”. He asserted that the growing global influence of Indian culture is the result of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s strong commitment to the Swadeshi movement. Participating in the National Swadeshi Festival […]
No one can stop BJP from working in TTAADC areas: Tripura CM
Agartala, Dec 23 (IANS) Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Tuesday launched a sharp attack on BJP’s ally Tipra Motha Party (TMP) over the latter’s reported statement that the BJP would not be allowed to operate in the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC). Saha asserted that no force can stop the BJP from […]
People in Varanasi to get 24 ‘Smart Parks’ with yoga, walking & gym facilities near their homes
Varanasi, Dec 23 (IANS) The residents in Uttar Pradesh’s Varanasi are set to receive a major gift by the Yogi Adityanath-led state government in the incoming New Year as 24 smart parks equipped with yoga, walking, and gym facilities are being developed across the city. The initiative will allow citizens to access fitness and recreational […]
EU renews Russia sanctions as it pushes to shape US-led peace deal
Brussels, Dec 23 (IANS) The Council of the European Union (EU) renewed its sweeping economic sanctions against Russia for another six months, even as Europe moves to seek direct contact with Moscow amid US-led talks with Ukraine and Russia. The Russia-targeted sanctions, first imposed in 2014, were significantly expanded after February 2022. According to the […]
India proud to stand by Sri Lanka during Cyclone Ditwah: EAM Jaishankar
Colombo, Dec 23 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar will meet Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Tuesday in the aftermath of ‘Operation Sagar Bandhu’ launched by India after Cyclone Ditwah devastated the island nation. The EAM arrived in Colombo on Monday to a warm welcome by Sri Lankan Deputy Tourism Minister Ruwan […]
Drought continues to impact millions in Somalia: UN
United Nations, Dec 23 (IANS) Drought is affecting an estimated more than 4.6 million people in Somalia, around a quarter of the population, a UN spokesperson said. UN partners indicate that at least 120,000 people were displaced between September and December, as water prices soar, food becomes increasingly scarce, livestock die, and livelihoods collapse, said […]
India announces US$450 million reconstruction package for Sri Lanka: EAM Jaishankar
Colombo, Dec 23 (IANS) Highlighting Sri Lanka’s importance under India’s Neighbourhood First and MAHASAGAR policies, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar on Tuesday stated it was natural for India to step forward at the time of crisis in the island nation following Cyclone Ditwah. He recalled New Delhi’s support to Colombo during its earlier economic […]
