India’s FTA strategy focused on building stable, future-ready global trade partnerships: Commerce Secretary
Mumbai, May 11 (IANS) India’s approach towards Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) is focused on building stable and future-ready partnerships that enable domestic industries to integrate more effectively with global value chains, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Monday. Speaking at a session on “FTAs as Catalysts for Growth in Global Trade” during the CII Annual […]
‘Gold not necessary this time’: PM Modi urges spending discipline
Vadodara, May 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday appealed for greater self-reliance in consumption habits and financial discipline, including reduced dependence on imported goods, gold purchases, and fuel consumption, during his address in Vadodara. He urged citizens to support domestic products and strengthen local industries, stating: “Today’s need is to make ‘Vocal for […]
Draft Delhi EV Policy 2026 receives 700 responses
New Delhi, May 11 (IANS) Delhi Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh said on Monday that the government has received nearly 700 responses to the Draft Delhi EV Policy 2026 during the public consultation process conducted over the last month. The draft policy was placed in the public domain for 30 days, until May 10, to […]
Tripura leads NE in PM-KUSUM implementation; 8,364 solar pumps installed
Agartala, May 11 (IANS) In a significant step towards doubling farmers’ income and strengthening sustainable agriculture, the Power Department, in collaboration with the Tripura Renewable Energy Development Agency, has successfully installed 8,364 solar-powered irrigation pumps. Tripura Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath said that 8,364 solar-powered irrigation pumps have been installed under the […]
PM Modi highlights NEP changes and Sardardham’s contribution to youth development
Vadodara, May 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted education reforms, women’s empowerment initiatives, and community-led development efforts during his address in Vadodara linked to Sardardham programmes. Speaking to the gathering, he said institutions like Sardardham are playing a key role in shaping youth careers by providing residential facilities, training, and academic support. […]
Telangana to administer anti-drug pledge to students
Hyderabad, May 11 (IANS) School students across Telangana will be administered a collective pledge to stay away from tobacco, alcohol, and narcotic substances. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Monday night met Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla at Lok Bhavan to invite him to attend the students’ gathering to be organised on June 12 on the […]
PM Modi wraps Gujarat visit with grand Vadodara roadshow, cultural showcase
Vadodara, May 11 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday concluded his visit to Gujarat with a grand roadshow in Vadodara, marking the final public engagement of the day, which also included religious and development-related programmes. The engagements included his visit to the Somnath Temple and participation in Sardardham initiatives. Earlier in the day, the […]
High-density dust screens made mandatory for construction sites: Delhi Minister Sirsa
New Delhi, May 11 (IANS) Delhi Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said on Monday that the government has taken a significant step to strengthen dust pollution control measures by enforcing the mandatory use of high-density dust screens at construction and demolition (C&D) sites. As per the latest directions issued by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee […]
INDIA Bloc united only by ‘anti-Modi’ agenda: Maha CM
Guwahati, May 11 (IANS) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Monday launched a sharp attack on the INDIA Bloc, claiming that the opposition alliance was formed solely to oppose Prime Minister Narendra Modi and lacked ideological unity. Talking to reporters after arriving in Guwahati to attend the swearing-in ceremony of Assam Chief Minister-designate Himanta Biswa […]
Assam Rifles honours 1962 war heroes through commemorative outreach activities
Imphal, May 11 (IANS) The Assam Rifles organised a series of commemorative outreach activities to honour the bravehearts of the 1962 Sino-Indian War and uphold the rich military heritage and legacy of the battalion, officials said on Monday. The initiatives aimed at paying tribute to the soldiers’ supreme sacrifice while inspiring patriotism and historical awareness […]
