PM Modi calls for Anganwadis to become hubs of community participation
New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called for transforming Anganwadi Centres into hubs of community participation, encouraging universities to adopt nearby centres and undertake social-impact studies. He emphasised preventive measures to strengthen women’s safety through coordination among various departments. Chairing the valedictory session of the two-day National Departmental Summit on […]
Crushing defeat for Rahul Gandhi’s politics: Assam CM on BJP’s bypoll win
Guwahati, Oct 9 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday described the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)’s victory in the Nagaon Lok Sabha by-election as a “crushing defeat” for Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of pursuing politics that weakens the country and its cultural identity. Addressing […]
BJP accuses Rahul Gandhi of politicising President’s meeting, questions Congress on EVMs and SIR
New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) The BJP on Friday accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of politicising his meeting with President Droupadi Murmu and dragging the country’s highest constitutional office into a political narrative. The BJP challenged the Congress to substantiate its allegations of “vote chori” and electoral irregularities. Addressing the media in New Delhi, BJP […]
Tripura to invest Rs 100 crore to restore Dumboor hydropower plant: Minister
Agartala, Oct 9 (IANS) Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath said on Friday that the state government has set a target to restore the old Dumboor hydropower plant to generate 10 to 11 MW of electricity, with an investment of Rs 100 crore. The restoration work of the old project is scheduled to begin in […]
Mathura: Two notorious chain snatchers arrested after encounter, one shot in leg
Mathura, Oct 10 (IANS) Two chain snatchers were arrested following an encounter with police in the Refinery police station area of Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura district, with one of the accused sustaining a bullet injury in his left leg, officials said on Saturday. The injured accused was taken to a hospital for treatment. Police recovered an […]
‘Seeking permission is not anti-democratic’: Delhi Police justifies protest restrictions
New Delhi, Oct 10 (IANS) Delhi Police on Friday defended the security precautions and restrictions imposed in the national capital ahead of a protest scheduled for Saturday, saying the measures were necessary to ensure public safety, prevent overcrowding and maintain the city’s normal functioning. In a statement, Delhi Police said people have the right to […]
Unseasonal rain, cold hit Himachal apple production
Unseasonal rain, cold hit Himachal apple production Shimla, Oct 10 (IANS) Unseasonal rainfall, cold weather during the flowering stage and inadequate chilling hours have been identified as the key factors behind the decline in apple production in Himachal Pradesh this season, Horticulture Minister Jagat Singh Negi said. Addressing the media here, Negi on Friday added […]
57th GST Council addresses concerns across registration, returns, refunds, input tax credit
New Delhi, Oct 10 (IANS) The 57th GST Council meeting’s recommendations address concerns across registration, returns, refunds, input tax credit and dispute resolution, seeking to strengthen trade, clarify tax treatment and widen opportunities for small sellers and service exporters, according to a government factsheet on Saturday. The GST 2.0 reforms come as registered taxpayers increased […]
Kerala CM Satheesan sets deadline to clear 2.76 lakh files, senior citizens’ Bill next
Kerala CM Satheesan sets deadline to clear 2.76 lakh files, senior citizens’ Bill next Thiruvananthapuram, Oct 10 (IANS) Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan has announced a time bound mission to clear 2.76 lakh pending e-files in government offices by December 31. He also announced on Friday the plans to introduce a Bill providing legal safeguards […]
Delhi-NCR wakes up to cool breeze; IMD predicts rain, thunderstorms over weekend
New Delhi, Oct 10 (IANS) People in Delhi-NCR woke up to pleasant weather and cool breezes on Saturday, with a high likelihood of rain. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast rainfall in several areas on Saturday and Sunday, along with thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds reaching speeds of up to 50 kmph in some […]
