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'Shows their mindset', BJP blasts Cong over questioning military veteran's appointment as Ram Temple CEO

IANS | September 3, 2026 4:17 PM

New Delhi, Sep 3 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday came down heavily on political rivals, particularly the Congress, for pointing fingers at the appointment of Air Marshal (Retd) Jeetendra Mishra as the Ram Temple's first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and said that this was nothing but a reflection of grand old party's "anti-Army" mindset.

No role of state govt in SIR: AAP on Raghav Chadha’s allegations of political vendetta

IANS | September 3, 2026 4:09 PM

New Delhi, Sep 3 (IANS) As Rajya Sabha member P Raghav Chadha’s name cried foul over his name's removal from the Punjab voter list, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) on Thursday refuted his allegations of political vendetta and said that "everyone knows that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process is being conducted by the BJP government through the Election Commission".

Seers, leaders across party lines slam Pakistan for demolishing 100-year-old Hindu temple

IANS | September 3, 2026 4:02 PM

New Delhi, Sep 3 (IANS) Hindu seers and leaders across the political spectrum on Thursday lashed out at Pakistan following the demolition of an over-a-century-old Hindu temple in the country's Punjab province, allegedly for the expansion of a madrassa, while calling for respect for places of worship across the world.

Govt should take protests as wake-up call, proactively implement educational reforms: Gitanjali Angmo (IANS Interview)

IANS | September 3, 2026 3:51 PM

Bhubaneswar, Sep 3 (IANS) Gitanjali Angmo, wife of climate activist Sonam Wangchuk, on Thursday said the government should take the ongoing protests as a 'wake-up call' and proactively implement comprehensive reforms in the examination and education systems.

PM Modi and Belgian counterpart review ties, reaffirm commitment to deepen partnership

IANS | September 3, 2026 3:36 PM

New Delhi, Sep 3 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Belgian counterpart Bart De Wever reviewed the full spectrum of bilateral ties during their bilateral talks held at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Thursday.

'Only know how to insult forces': BJP on Cong leader's Ram Temple Trust CEO appointment remarks

IANS | September 3, 2026 3:28 PM

Lucknow, Sep 3 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rashid Alvi after he questioned the appointment of Air Marshal Jeetendra Mishra (retd) as the first Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, saying that the remarks have exposed the "Dimagi Naxal" mindset of the party.

Corporate leaders highlight Gujarat investment opportunities at VGGS 2027 roadshow

IANS | September 3, 2026 3:27 PM

Mumbai, Sep 3 (IANS) Top corporate leaders on Thursday highlighted Gujarat's investment potential and expressed interest in expanding their presence in the state at a roadshow here organised by the Gujarat government ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit (VGGS) 2027.

‘Akash Anand immature, unfit for big responsibilities': Mayawati signals dropping nephew from key party post

IANS | September 3, 2026 3:16 PM

Lucknow, Sep 3 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati on Thursday said that the party's national convenor, Akash Anand, was "not mature enough" to handle key responsibilities and needs time to mature before being entrusted with "big assignments", ahead of the high-stakes elections.

Bharat NCAP 2.0 to roll out in 2027, safe drivers may get rewards, violators risk licence: Gadkari

IANS | September 3, 2026 3:11 PM

New Delhi, Sep 3 (IANS) Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday said the government is working on a graded points system for driving licences and vehicle registration as part of efforts to improve road safety in the country.

India's voice carries significance far beyond region: Belgium PM

IANS | September 3, 2026 3:08 PM

New Delhi, Sep 3 (IANS) Highlighting India’s growing global significance, Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever on Thursday said that the country has emerged not only as the world’s largest democracy but also as the fastest-growing major economy, a technological and economic powerhouse, and an influential geopolitical player whose voice extends far beyond the region.

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'Shows their mindset', BJP blasts Cong over questioning military veteran's appointment as Ram Temple CEO

No role of state govt in SIR: AAP on Raghav Chadha’s allegations of political vendetta

Seers, leaders across party lines slam Pakistan for demolishing 100-year-old Hindu temple

Govt should take protests as wake-up call, proactively implement educational reforms: Gitanjali Angmo (IANS Interview)

PM Modi and Belgian counterpart review ties, reaffirm commitment to deepen partnership

'Only know how to insult forces': BJP on Cong leader's Ram Temple Trust CEO appointment remarks

Corporate leaders highlight Gujarat investment opportunities at VGGS 2027 roadshow

‘Akash Anand immature, unfit for big responsibilities': Mayawati signals dropping nephew from key party post

Bharat NCAP 2.0 to roll out in 2027, safe drivers may get rewards, violators risk licence: Gadkari

India's voice carries significance far beyond region: Belgium PM

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