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Gujarat: GSECL enters nuclear power sector, signs MoU with NPCIL for new project

IANS | October 1, 2026 11:30 PM

Gandhinagar, Oct 1 (IANS) Gujarat State Electricity Corporation Limited (GSECL) on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) for the development of a new nuclear power project in the state, with the proposed project at Dhuvaran expected to have a capacity of around 4,000 MW and involve potential investment of nearly Rs one lakh crore.

SIR row: Karnataka CEO directs action against applicants filing false voter claims and objections

IANS | October 1, 2026 11:00 PM

Bengaluru, Oct 1 (IANS) After the protest led by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar and Cabinet members at the office of the State Election Commission, Karnataka Chief Electoral Officer V. Anbukumar has directed Electoral Registration Officers (EROs) across the state to take action against applicants found to have knowingly made false declarations while filing claims and objections related to electoral rolls.

UP farmers welcome hike in MSP price for Rabi crops, say it will help them plan crop diversification

IANS | October 1, 2026 10:44 PM

Lucknow, Oct 1 (IANS) With the Centre clearing an increase in Minimum Support Prices (MSPs) for all mandated Rabi crops for 2027-28, the move has been welcomed by scores of farmers across the country as a “positive, farmer-friendly and income-boosting” step.

Haryana: Drone Didi Lakshmi creates job opportunities in Nuh

IANS | October 1, 2026 10:40 PM

Gurugram, Oct 1 (IANS) Drone Didi, a Central government scheme, is playing a vital role in equipping rural women with modern agricultural technology while providing employment and self-reliance.

Appreciate admiration and support from across world for brave Indian pilot: MEA (Ld)

IANS | October 1, 2026 9:46 PM

New Delhi/Dubai, Oct 1 (IANS) Saluting once again Captain Smit Machchhar's valour and courage, India on Thursday conveyed its deep appreciation for the admiration and support the brave Indian pilot has received from across the world for his act of gallantry and saving the life of 170 people onboard a Fly Dubai flight.

'Will overcome problems caused due to rainfall deficit': Farmers relieved with MSP hike for rabi crops

IANS | October 1, 2026 9:25 PM

Jodhpur/Churu, Oct 1 (IANS) Farmers in Rajasthan expressed their gratitude to the Union government, saying that their worries regarding rainfall deficit this year, has been addressed to an extent with the increase in the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for six major Rabi crops.

967 cannabis plants worth Rs 1.72 cr found near Gujarat-Rajasthan border

IANS | October 1, 2026 7:34 PM

Himmatnagar, Oct 1 (IANS) The Local Crime Branch (LCB) of Sabarkantha police has seized 967 cannabis plants weighing 345.6 kg and valued at over Rs 1.72 crore that were allegedly being cultivated under the cover of cotton crops on a farm in Kotda Gadhi village near the Rajasthan border.

5th Kautilya Economic Conclave to be held in Delhi from Oct 3 to 5

IANS | October 1, 2026 6:57 PM

New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) The 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave (KEC 2026) is scheduled to be held here from October 3 to 5 under the theme "Resilience in an Age of Flux", with the three-day gathering bringing together top policymakers, economists, academics, financial experts, and international thought leaders, including over 80 international participants from around 30 countries, the Finance Ministry announced on Thursday.

'Close India-Israel bond of friendship further strengthened by Captain Machchhar's heroics'

IANS | October 1, 2026 6:30 PM

Tel Aviv, Oct 1 (IANS) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's spokesperson David Mencer said on Thursday that people of Israel are "extremely grateful" and have a "huge amount of respect" for Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar who saved the lives of 174 passengers on board flydubai flight with his ultimate act of bravery.

SC's written order on e-challans does not include linking traffic fines to electricity bills

IANS | October 1, 2026 6:04 PM

New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) The Supreme Court’s suggestion that pending traffic e-challan dues could be linked to electricity bills was an oral remark made during the hearing and does not form part of the order uploaded by the top court, which instead records a series of measures for effective recovery of unpaid traffic fines.

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Gujarat: GSECL enters nuclear power sector, signs MoU with NPCIL for new project

SIR row: Karnataka CEO directs action against applicants filing false voter claims and objections

UP farmers welcome hike in MSP price for Rabi crops, say it will help them plan crop diversification

Haryana: Drone Didi Lakshmi creates job opportunities in Nuh

Appreciate admiration and support from across world for brave Indian pilot: MEA (Ld)

'Will overcome problems caused due to rainfall deficit': Farmers relieved with MSP hike for rabi crops

967 cannabis plants worth Rs 1.72 cr found near Gujarat-Rajasthan border

5th Kautilya Economic Conclave to be held in Delhi from Oct 3 to 5

'Close India-Israel bond of friendship further strengthened by Captain Machchhar's heroics'

SC's written order on e-challans does not include linking traffic fines to electricity bills

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