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PM Modi inaugurates Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for "anchor region
Updated : 2 months ago IST
After offering prayers at Somnath Mahadev during Gujarat's first auspicious visit of 2026, the Prime Minister said the mantra of "Vikas Bhi Virasat Bhi" is resonating across the country. He said what began as a dream two decades ago has today become a trusted global benchmark, with 10 Vib
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Himachal Pradesh govt strengthens social security support; over 8.42 lakh
Updated : 2 months ago IST
One of the major reforms introduced by the government has been the removal of the income ceiling and the requirement of Gram Sabha approval for widowed, deserted and single women, as well as for persons with 40 to 69 per cent disability seeking social security pensions. The move has signi
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Kerala to protest on January 12 against Centre's "financial strangulation"
Updated : 2 months ago IST
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Sunday announced that a one-day Satyagraha will be held in Thiruvananthapuram on January 12 to oppose what he termed as the "financial strangulation" by the centre.
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"Centre provided Rs 3.2 cr to Kerala in past decade": Amit Shah blames CM
Updated : 2 months ago IST
"From 2004 to 2014, the UPA government gave Rs 72,000 crore to Kerala. From 2014 to 2024, Narendra Modi's NDA government gave Rs 3,23,000 crore, even though we don't have a government here... Yet Pinarayi Vijayan says that they are being treated unfairly. Pinarayi Vijayan ji, injustice wa
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US, Israel want to "sow chaos and disorder" by ordering "riots" in Iran: P
Updated : 2 months ago IST
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accused the US and Israel of trying to "sow chaos and disorder" through "riots" as protests over the economic crisis intensified. State media reported security force deaths, while officials warned of harsh punishment. Iran also faced threats of US strikes
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CM Revanth Reddy misleading public on VB-G RAM G Act: Telangana BJP chief
Updated : 2 months ago IST
Speaking to ANI, Rao said that the VBG Ramji Act is a people-friendly and pro-poor legislation aimed at benefiting rural and economically weaker sections. He said the Act guarantees rural employment with 100 per cent work assurance and that daily wages have been increased to Rs 172.
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CII calls for value unlocking of PSUs through fast-tracking privatisation
Updated : 2 months ago IST
To sustain capital expenditure and address developmental priorities amid global economic uncertainties, the industry chamber CII in its proposals for the Union Budget 2026-27, has urged the Government to mobilise resources through a calibrated approach to privatisation, focusing on sector
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Trade between Pakistan, Afghanistan drops by 40pc amid border tensions
Updated : 2 months ago IST
Official data showed that in 2024, the total trade volume between the two countries reached USD 2.461 billion. However, in 2025, it fell to USD 1.766 billion, marking a significant decline of USD 695 million.
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As protests rage, NYT report says 'Trump briefed on military options of ta
Updated : 2 months ago IST
While no final decision has been taken, officials said the President is seriously considering authorising limited military action as pressure mounts over the Iranian regime's use of force against demonstrators. The protests, driven largely by economic grievances and political repression,
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GST compensation must continue, MGNREGA changes unfeasible: Kerala FM KN B
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
Kerala Finance Minister KN Balagopal on Saturday said that the state government has urged the Centre to continue Goods and Services Tax (GST) compensation and retain the existing structure of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), citing economic pressures o
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Court grants 3 days of police custody of S P Bagla in EOW's cheating case
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
An FIR was registered under sections related to cheating, criminal breach of trust and criminal conspiracy of the IPC. According to the FIR, the Complainant alleged cheating amounting to crores by three persons, including Bagla.
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Finance Minister chairs Pre-Budget Consultation meeting with States, Union
Updated : 2 months, 1 week ago IST
Along with Union Minister for State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary, the meeting was also attended by Governor of Manipur; Chief Ministers of Delhi, Goa, Haryana, Jammu and Kashmir, Meghalaya, and Sikkim; Deputy Chief Ministers of Arunachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Rajasthan and Telanga
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