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From policy paralysis to PM Modi’s India: BJP’s sharpest contrast with the past

IANS | September 9, 2026 7:58 PM

New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) A governance reset aimed at changing what young Indians expect from the state is emerging as the central political narrative behind the BJP’s campaign around Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s tenure—with the party arguing that India has moved from an era of “policy paralysis” to one defined by infrastructure, entrepreneurship, manufacturing and global ambition.

Delhi HC seeks WFI stand on Vinesh Phogat's participation in World Wrestling Championship trials

IANS | September 9, 2026 7:32 PM

New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) The Delhi High Court on Wednesday asked the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) to obtain instructions on whether wrestler Vinesh Phogat can be permitted to participate in the selection trials for the 2026 Senior World Wrestling Championships and listed the matter for hearing on Thursday.

From beneficiaries to builders: PM Modi’s youth-first governance pitch

IANS | September 9, 2026 7:29 PM

New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) For a generation that grew up with smartphones, startups, global ambitions and an increasingly confident India, the defining question is not merely how the country has changed—but whether young Indians have been given the confidence to shape that change.

'25 years of dedicated service’: BJP chief Nitin Nabin salutes PM Modi’s transformative leadership

IANS | September 9, 2026 6:50 PM

New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) The BJP has launched a month-long “Seva Sankalp Abhiyan” to mark Prime Minister Narendra Modi completing 25 years in constitutional public office, presenting his political journey as “a story of decisive governance, welfare delivery, national security and a fundamental shift in India’s ambitions”.

Eighth IAF aircraft carries 35 tonnes of relief and rescue supplies for disaster-struck Nepal

IANS | September 9, 2026 6:10 PM

New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) The eighth Indian Air Force (IAF) aircraft carrying 35 tonnes of relief and rescue supplies took off for Kathmandu from New Delhi, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said Wednesday as Nepal struggles to recover from the devastating flash floods of August 26 which have caused widespread destruction, left over 1300 people dead and thousands still missing.

Odisha CM Majhi holds talks with IHC, Adani Group on 14 state projects worth Rs 2.10 lakh crore

IANS | September 9, 2026 5:55 PM

Bhubaneswar, Sep 9 (IANS) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday began the state’s investor outreach in the UAE with a high-level meeting with senior representatives of the International Holding Company (IHC), a leading Abu Dhabi-based investment group with interests across several strategic sectors, and the Adani Group.

NHAI mandates minimum 80 pc plantation coverage, 90 pc survival rate along National Highways

IANS | September 9, 2026 5:46 PM

New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Wednesday issued comprehensive guidelines mandating plantation and landscaping as integral components of National Highway (NH) development and overall project completion.

India-US trade deal ‘more or less’ finalised, preferential market access framework being worked out: Commerce Secretary

IANS | September 9, 2026 4:44 PM

Mumbai, Sep 9 (IANS) The proposed India-US trade deal has been more or less finalised, with the two countries now working on a framework to provide preferential market access before formally signing the agreement at an appropriate time, Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said on Wednesday.

Cabinet greenlights 3 railways projects worth Rs 10,783 crore covering 14 districts

IANS | September 9, 2026 4:04 PM

New Delhi, Sep 9 (IANS) In a bid to significantly enhance mobility, operational efficiency, and service reliability for Indian Railways, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved three multi-tracking projects worth Rs 10,783 crore, planned to be completed by 2029-30.

BRICS can build durable cultural bridges that complement economic and political partnerships

Vikash Ranjan | September 9, 2026 3:34 PM

New Delhi: India assumed the BRICS Chairship for the fourth time in 2026. BRICS Agenda is structured around three core pillars: political and security; economy and finance; and culture and People-to-People (P2P) exchanges. In the present conflict-ridden world, culture and P2P exchanges have the potential to foster mutual understanding and strengthen trust among people and countries.

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From policy paralysis to PM Modi’s India: BJP’s sharpest contrast with the past

Delhi HC seeks WFI stand on Vinesh Phogat's participation in World Wrestling Championship trials

From beneficiaries to builders: PM Modi’s youth-first governance pitch

'25 years of dedicated service’: BJP chief Nitin Nabin salutes PM Modi’s transformative leadership

Eighth IAF aircraft carries 35 tonnes of relief and rescue supplies for disaster-struck Nepal

Odisha CM Majhi holds talks with IHC, Adani Group on 14 state projects worth Rs 2.10 lakh crore

NHAI mandates minimum 80 pc plantation coverage, 90 pc survival rate along National Highways

India-US trade deal ‘more or less’ finalised, preferential market access framework being worked out: Commerce Secretary

Cabinet greenlights 3 railways projects worth Rs 10,783 crore covering 14 districts

BRICS can build durable cultural bridges that complement economic and political partnerships

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