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PM Narendra Modi at 25 years in governance: What sets him apart

IANS | October 6, 2026 11:21 PM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) From Gandhinagar to New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's quarter-century in executive office is unusual not only for the uninterrupted time span, but also for his distinctive style of leadership. What makes him stand out as a leader is the combination of centralised decision-making, an emphasis on delivery-driven governance, and an ability to maintain a direct connection with voters across the spectrum, raising his political durability.

Gujarat govt considering lawyers' suggestions on Rent Bill, exploring way forward: AG Trivedi

IANS | October 6, 2026 11:17 PM

Ahmedabad, Oct 6 (IANS) The Gujarat government is considering suggestions from the legal fraternity on the Gujarat Rent Bill, 2026, and is looking at ways to address the concerns raised by lawyers before deciding on the next course of action, Advocate General Kamal Trivedi confirmed on Tuesday.

Gujarat: Dengue cases among National Unity Day personnel lead to fresh measures

IANS | October 6, 2026 11:03 PM

Gandhinagar, Oct 6 (IANS) Gujarat Health Minister Praful Pansheriya on Tuesday directed officials to intensify fogging, fever surveillance and anti-larval measures at the temporary accommodation of personnel who have arrived in Gandhinagar for the National Unity Day parade, after dengue cases were reported among them.

Opposition should be allowed to raise concerns before EC: Congress

IANS | October 6, 2026 11:03 PM

Jaipur, Oct 6 (IANS) Former Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot on Monday expressed concern over the detention of Opposition leaders during the INDIA Bloc's march from Parliament to Nirvachan Sadan, saying they should have been allowed to present their views before the Election Commission.

Rajnath Singh calls for stronger indigenous aero-engine capabilities

IANS | October 6, 2026 10:22 PM

Bhubaneswar, Oct 6 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday stressed the need to strengthen India’s indigenous capabilities in the design, development, testing and manufacture of advanced aero-engines, stating that mastery over propulsion technology is critical to achieving self-reliance in the aerospace and defence sector.

Rahul, MPs had no appointment to meet; learnt about their plan from police at 4 pm: ECI

IANS | October 6, 2026 9:42 PM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) On a day of dramatic march and sit-in by Opposition MPs led by Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, the Election Commission clarified that till 4 p.m. no political party or its representative had sought an appointment with the Commission for a meeting, an official said.

Tehran ready for serious dialogue with US but mutual respect, reciprocal commitments necessary: Iranian envoy (IANS interview)

IANS | October 6, 2026 9:41 PM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) Iran's Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, on Tuesday said that Tehran is ready for a "serious dialogue" with the United States to resolve the ongoing conflict but a lasting agreement cannot be reached through pressure, threats or military action.

India, Austria discuss strengthening cooperation is security and strategic matters

IANS | October 6, 2026 9:29 PM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) India and Austria discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in security and strategic matters as Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Sibi George met Austria's National Security Advisor Peter Vorhofer.

How India-UK economic ties can expand at regional level

IANS | October 6, 2026 9:11 PM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The visit of a business delegation from the north of England to India offers an opportunity to shift the focus of bilateral economic engagement between the two nations from London to regional industries, universities and emerging centres of innovation, according to a media report.

Chabahar-Zahedan railway part of broader vision for developing regional connectivity: Iranian envoy

IANS | October 6, 2026 8:51 PM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) Iran's Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, on Tuesday said that the Chabahar-Zahedan railway was part of a broader vision for developing regional connectivity and could give India access to Afghanistan, Central Asia and wider trade routes in the region, with the line expected to become operational in the near future.

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PM Narendra Modi at 25 years in governance: What sets him apart

Gujarat govt considering lawyers' suggestions on Rent Bill, exploring way forward: AG Trivedi

Gujarat: Dengue cases among National Unity Day personnel lead to fresh measures

Opposition should be allowed to raise concerns before EC: Congress

Rajnath Singh calls for stronger indigenous aero-engine capabilities

Rahul, MPs had no appointment to meet; learnt about their plan from police at 4 pm: ECI

Tehran ready for serious dialogue with US but mutual respect, reciprocal commitments necessary: Iranian envoy (IANS interview)

India, Austria discuss strengthening cooperation is security and strategic matters

How India-UK economic ties can expand at regional level

Chabahar-Zahedan railway part of broader vision for developing regional connectivity: Iranian envoy

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