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Kharge, Rahul Gandhi write to PM Modi, flagging concerns with format of census caste data collection

IANS | August 25, 2026 1:39 PM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi have written a joint letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, cautioning that the proposed 'open-ended' format of collecting caste data in the census could result in the same caste being recorded under different names, thereby making the data inaccurate, and instead urged for a "drop-down list of castes" in the form.

Govt okays transfer of DRDO’s missile tech to defence industry in Aatmanirbharta push

IANS | August 25, 2026 1:37 PM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) In a significant step towards achieving the vision of 'Aatmanirbharta', Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the transfer of DRDO-developed technologies of all conventional missile systems to the Indian defence industry for production within the country, according to an official statement issued on Tuesday.

'She who dares, leads’: NSG launches first Commando Conversion Course for women personnel

IANS | August 25, 2026 1:05 PM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) In a pioneering initiative aimed at strengthening the operational capabilities of women in India's counter-terrorism framework, the National Security Guard (NSG) Training Academy in Manesar has commenced the first Mahila Commando Conversion Course (MCCC) for women personnel from State Police Forces and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).

Dehing Patkai home to 165 butterfly species, including 37 endangered ones: Sarma

IANS | August 25, 2026 12:12 PM

Guwahati, Aug 25 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Tuesday highlighted the rich butterfly diversity of Dehing Patkai, describing the biodiversity-rich region as a safe haven for the state’s rare and endangered butterfly species.

'Should give up his anti-Hindu mindset': Swami Avimukteshwaranand slams Rahul over Manusmriti remarks

IANS | August 25, 2026 12:10 PM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati on Tuesday reacted to remarks made by Rahul Gandhi, the Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition, at an event in Pune regarding the Manusmriti and Sanatan cultural traditions, and said that he should give up his anti-Hindu mindset, false propaganda, and misinformation.

TN Assembly adopts resolution, seeking TET exemption for teachers appointed before August 2010

IANS | August 25, 2026 12:08 PM

Chennai, Aug 25 (IANS) The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly unanimously adopted a special resolution on Tuesday, urging the Union government to exempt teachers appointed before August 23, 2010, from the mandatory Teacher Eligibility Test (TET).

India working towards becoming $30 trillion economy by 2047: Piyush Goyal

IANS | August 25, 2026 11:03 AM

Tokyo, Aug 25 (IANS) India recorded 7.7 per cent growth last year despite global uncertainties and is working towards becoming a $30 trillion economy by 2047, Shri Goyal highlighted the strength and resilience of the Indian economy, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said here on Tuesday during discussions with senior leaders of leading Japanese financial and investment institutions.

Heartening to see Gurukul students connecting with tech via computer lab: Gautam Adani

IANS | August 25, 2026 10:57 AM

Ahmedabad, Aug 25 (IANS) The Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani on Tuesday said it was heartening to see students of Shri Nishulk Gurukul Mahavidyalaya in Ayodhya connect with technology through a modern computer laboratory.

Cong leaders know 'Chhatro Ki Goonj' is PR stunt; Rahul has no connect with youth: BJP

IANS | August 25, 2026 10:04 AM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Tuesday asserted that several prominent Congress leaders refrained from posting and promoting Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi's 'Chhatro Ki Goonj' on their social media platforms as they know that it is a "pure PR stunt" and that the Rae Bareli MP has "no connect with the youth of India".

Rajasthan HC bans junk food in schools; prohibits sale in canteens and within 50m of school gates

IANS | August 25, 2026 10:00 AM

Jaipur, Aug 25 (IANS) The Rajasthan High Court has prohibited the sale of junk food in school canteens and within a 50-metre radius of school gates across the state, citing concerns over children’s health, education and overall development.

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Kharge, Rahul Gandhi write to PM Modi, flagging concerns with format of census caste data collection

Govt okays transfer of DRDO’s missile tech to defence industry in Aatmanirbharta push

'She who dares, leads’: NSG launches first Commando Conversion Course for women personnel

Dehing Patkai home to 165 butterfly species, including 37 endangered ones: Sarma

'Should give up his anti-Hindu mindset': Swami Avimukteshwaranand slams Rahul over Manusmriti remarks

TN Assembly adopts resolution, seeking TET exemption for teachers appointed before August 2010

India working towards becoming $30 trillion economy by 2047: Piyush Goyal

Heartening to see Gurukul students connecting with tech via computer lab: Gautam Adani

Cong leaders know 'Chhatro Ki Goonj' is PR stunt; Rahul has no connect with youth: BJP

Rajasthan HC bans junk food in schools; prohibits sale in canteens and within 50m of school gates

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