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Gujarat govt steps up bridge safety after Gambhira tragedy; major repairs and expansion work underway

IANS | July 14, 2025 8:50 PM

Surat, July 14 (IANS) In the wake of the tragic Gambhira Bridge incident, the Gujarat government on Monday launched a sweeping initiative to inspect, repair, and expand old bridges while accelerating the construction of new ones across the state. The effort aims to ensure public safety and ease traffic congestion on vital routes.

Indian Coast Guard holds awareness campaign in Ranchi, woos youth for serving the force

IANS | July 14, 2025 8:13 PM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) The Indian Coast Guard, which secures India’s maritime borders extending into thousands of kilometres, organised an awareness campaign in Jharkhand’s capital, Ranchi, on Monday, to inspire the youth to join the forces and serve the motherland.

Robert Vadra ducked questions on ties with UK-based arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari: ED Sources (Lead)

IANS | July 14, 2025 7:51 PM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) Robert Vadra, husband of Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, was evasive in answering ED questions on his alleged financial association with UK-based arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari and his family members, sources said on Monday.

Gujarat: Top officials launch intensive bridge safety inspections in Jamnagar, Narmada

IANS | July 14, 2025 7:32 PM

Jamnagar/Narmada, July 14 (IANS) In the wake of the recent tragic bridge accident in Gujarat, top government officials on Monday have launched a rigorous inspection drive across the state, focusing on identifying structural weaknesses and preventing further mishaps.

India achieves 50 pc clean power capacity five years ahead of target

IANS | July 14, 2025 7:15 PM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) India has achieved a landmark in its energy transition journey by reaching 50 per cent of its installed electricity capacity from non-fossil fuel sources - five years ahead of the target set under its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to the Paris Agreement, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy announced on Monday.

Union Energy Minister to launch Aditya scheme in Panipat for enhanced energy efficiency

IANS | July 14, 2025 7:06 PM

Chandigarh, July 14 (IANS) Union Energy Minister Manohar Lal is set to greenlight the Atal Distribution System Improvement Yojana (Aditya) scheme of the Electricity Department in Haryana’s Panipat on July 15.

‘Youth Spiritual Summit’ in Varanasi to kick off special drive against drug addiction: Mansukh Mandaviya

IANS | July 14, 2025 7:00 PM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday said that a ‘Youth Spiritual Summit’ will be organised in Varanasi from July 18 to 20, which will mark the beginning of special and intensive drive to free the youngsters of drug addiction and also prepare themselves to become ‘torchbearers of Amrit Kaal’ while shaping their role in the nation-building.

‘Zainab’ reveals shocking details of forced conversion by Chhangur Baba

IANS | July 14, 2025 6:52 PM

Lucknow, July 14 (IANS) A woman who claims to have been a victim of a forced religious conversion orchestrated by Jamaluddin alias Chhangur Baba, the alleged mastermind of a large-scale conversion racket, has come forward on Monday with disturbing details of her ordeal.

DGCA directs airlines to check fuel switches of Boeing planes after Air India crash report

IANS | July 14, 2025 6:46 PM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has instructed airlines to carry out checks on the locking mechanism of fuel control switches of Boeing aircraft in their fleets.

I-T Department cracks down on bogus claims of deductions and exemptions: Centre

IANS | July 14, 2025 6:30 PM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) The government on Monday said that the Income Tax Department initiated a large-scale verification operation across multiple locations in the country, targeting individuals and entities facilitating fraudulent claims of deductions and exemptions in Income Tax Returns (ITRs).

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Gujarat govt steps up bridge safety after Gambhira tragedy; major repairs and expansion work underway

Indian Coast Guard holds awareness campaign in Ranchi, woos youth for serving the force

Robert Vadra ducked questions on ties with UK-based arms consultant Sanjay Bhandari: ED Sources (Lead)

Gujarat: Top officials launch intensive bridge safety inspections in Jamnagar, Narmada

India achieves 50 pc clean power capacity five years ahead of target

Union Energy Minister to launch Aditya scheme in Panipat for enhanced energy efficiency

‘Youth Spiritual Summit’ in Varanasi to kick off special drive against drug addiction: Mansukh Mandaviya

‘Zainab’ reveals shocking details of forced conversion by Chhangur Baba

DGCA directs airlines to check fuel switches of Boeing planes after Air India crash report

I-T Department cracks down on bogus claims of deductions and exemptions: Centre

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