Kerala: CM Satheesan stands firm on liquor tax cut
Thiruvananthapuram, June 27 (IANS) Ignoring growing opposition from various quarters, Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan’s government has formally moved ahead with its controversial proposal to reduce taxes on low-alcohol beverages by incorporating the provision in the draft Finance Bill, setting the stage for what is expected to be one of the biggest political confrontations of the […]
Tripura Global Pineapple Festival to boost agriculture, tourism and culture: Minister
New Delhi/Agartala, June 27 (IANS) Tripura Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath on Saturday said that the Tripura Global Pineapple Festival 2026, organised in New Delhi, is aimed at realising Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of ‘Vocal for Local’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’. Addressing the Tripura Global Pineapple Festival 2026, the Minister said that […]
Kerala CM Satheesan urged to tap NRKs for Metro Man’s rail project
Thiruvananthapuram, June 27 (IANS) A veteran Non-Resident Keralite who has spent nearly five decades in the UAE has urged Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan to make the proposed Thiruvananthapuram-Kasaragod high-speed rail corridor the first major project to channel Kerala’s vast expatriate remittances into productive investments. In a letter to Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, K.V. Shamsudheen, Chairman […]
‘India has been a steadfast friend to Seychelles’: President Herminie
Victoria, June 27 (IANS) The President of Seychelles, Patrick Herminie, said on Saturday that India has been a steadfast friend to Seychelles during a banquet hosted in honour of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as the latter is on an official state visit to the Archipelagic island. According to the Office of President of the Seychelles, […]
Trinamool factions vie for July 21 Martyrs’ Day event in Kolkata
Kolkata, June 27 (IANS) A tug-of-war has begun over the Trinamool Congress’ July 21 Martyrs’ Day programme in Kolkata. After the Mamata Banerjee faction sought permission from Kolkata Police to hold the event in the Esplanade area of central Kolkata on July 21, the rebel faction of the Trinamool Congress, led by Leader of the […]
Rajasthan: VB-G RAM-G Scheme to be launched on July 1; CM calls for effective implementation of service camps
Jaipur, June 27 (IANS) Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma has directed officials to ensure the effective implementation of Rural and Urban Service Camps, emphasising that grievances related to roads, drinking water, electricity, healthcare, and revenue matters must be resolved permanently. Reviewing preparations for the Viksit Bharat–Guarantee for Employment and Livelihood Mission (Rural), VB-G Ram Ji […]
Assam govt hopes to bring back Vrindavani Vastra from UK: Assembly Speaker
Guwahati, June 27 (IANS) Assam Legislative Assembly Speaker Ranjeet Kumar Dass on Saturday expressed confidence that the historic Vrindavani Vastra, an iconic 16th-century Assamese textile masterpiece preserved in the United Kingdom, would be brought to the state for public display, adding that efforts are also underway to showcase another rare Assamese textile housed in a […]
Himachal’s cherries and plums exported to Oman
Shimla, June 27 (IANS) Himachal Pradesh Horticulture Minister Jagat Singh Negi on Saturday flagged off the first export consignment of 400 kg of cherries and 400 kg of plums to Oman from Chandigarh via air cargo. The fruits were produced by six progressive farmers from the Jadol-Tikkar and Bagi areas of Shimla district. This marks […]
Delhi CM suspends seven officials over procurement irregularities
New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) In a firm display of its commitment to good governance, the Delhi Government has taken swift and decisive action against serious irregularities discovered at the Central Procurement Agency’s stores. Acting on the direct instructions of Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, authorities have suspended five pharmacists and two senior officials with immediate […]
Delhi LG pays tributes to Marshal Arjan Singh at memorial lecture
New Delhi, June 27 (IANS) Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, delivered a heartfelt tribute to Marshal of the Air Force Arjan Singh at the Marshal of the Air Force Memorial Lecture. The event, organised by the Air Force Association, was graced by the presence of the Chief of the Air Staff and several […]
