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U’khand: Dhami govt unveils Rs 1.11 lakh crore budget; prioritises poor, youth, farmers and women

IANS | March 9, 2026 9:14 PM

Gairsain (Chamoli), March 9 (IANS) The Uttarakhand government on Monday presented a Rs 1.11 lakh crore budget for the financial year 2026–27, placing strong emphasis on inclusive development through the “GYAN” model. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that the state’s development strategy is built on four pillars—poor welfare, youth empowerment, support for farmers (annadata), and women’s empowerment.

In MP's Burhanpur, pregnant women get benefits of health camps organised under PMSMS

IANS | March 9, 2026 8:29 PM

Bhopal, March 9 (IANS) Under the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA), a district hospital in Madhya Pradesh's Burhanpur district conducted health check-ups and counselling session for 40 pregnant women at its OPD.

PIB Fact Check flags AI-generated deepfake video of Army Chief, dismisses Pakistani propaganda claims

IANS | March 9, 2026 8:20 PM

New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) The government on Monday debunked false claims circulating on social media and warned about an AI-generated deepfake video of General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff, being shared by Pakistani propaganda accounts to mislead the public.

BJP accuses Mamata Banerjee of ‘open warning’ to Bengali Hindus in viral speech clip

IANS | March 9, 2026 7:56 PM

Kolkata, March 9 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has flayed West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee for her widely circulated remarks on social media.

Govt increases booking period for LPG cylinder to check hoarding

IANS | March 9, 2026 7:51 PM

New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) The government has increased the minimum waiting period for booking a domestic LPG cylinder refill from 21 days to 25 days to prevent hoarding, as there were signs of panic buying taking place in the market amid the uncertainties due to the Iran war.

2,913 beneficiaries in Rajkot got loans under 'Vajpayee Bankable Scheme': Gujarat minister

IANS | March 9, 2026 7:46 PM

Gandhinagar, March 9 (IANS) More than 2,900 beneficiaries in Rajkot district received loan assistance under the Shri Vajpayee Bankable Scheme in the past one year, the Gujarat government informed the state Assembly on Monday.

Bengal: Barabhum railway station renovated, passengers all praise for it

IANS | March 9, 2026 7:33 PM

Kolkata, March 9 (IANS) Barabhum railway station in Purulia district of West Bengal has undergone a major overhaul under the Amrit Bharat Yojana and is now ready with improved amenities and services. The renovated station’s premises have been upgraded with a host of modern facilities, providing a never-before-seen experience.

NRIs are ambassadors of Indian culture: BJP National Spokesperson Pratyush Kanth

IANS | March 9, 2026 5:33 PM

New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National Spokesperson Pratyush Kanth said on Monday that non-resident Indians (NRIs) are the true ambassadors of Indian culture, who have a crucial role to play in achieving "Viksit Bharat@2047".

AI-related deflation for Indian IT firms likely to be offset by stronger demand: Report

IANS | March 9, 2026 5:22 PM

New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) India’s IT sector faces a 14-16 per cent AI‑driven deflation but robust US corporate earnings in Q4 2025 and incremental investment could offset much of the hit, a report said on Monday.

West Asia conflict to cause significant damage, debate important: Rahul Gandhi

IANS | March 9, 2026 4:45 PM

New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Monday said the Opposition believes the ongoing conflict in West Asia is a crucial issue that must be discussed in Parliament, arguing that the crisis could have serious economic consequences for India, including rising fuel prices and wider financial disruptions.

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U’khand: Dhami govt unveils Rs 1.11 lakh crore budget; prioritises poor, youth, farmers and women

In MP's Burhanpur, pregnant women get benefits of health camps organised under PMSMS

PIB Fact Check flags AI-generated deepfake video of Army Chief, dismisses Pakistani propaganda claims

BJP accuses Mamata Banerjee of ‘open warning’ to Bengali Hindus in viral speech clip

Govt increases booking period for LPG cylinder to check hoarding

2,913 beneficiaries in Rajkot got loans under 'Vajpayee Bankable Scheme': Gujarat minister

Bengal: Barabhum railway station renovated, passengers all praise for it

NRIs are ambassadors of Indian culture: BJP National Spokesperson Pratyush Kanth

AI-related deflation for Indian IT firms likely to be offset by stronger demand: Report

West Asia conflict to cause significant damage, debate important: Rahul Gandhi

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