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Kiren Rijiju gives a lesson on Parliamentary practices to Trinamool MP Sagarika Ghosh on Tagore b'day event

IANS | May 9, 2026 10:00 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Saturday reacted strongly to Trinamool Congress Rajya Sabha MP Sagarika Ghosh's accusation of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) lawmakers being absent on the occasion of paying tributes to the celebrated poet Rabindranath Tagore on his birth anniversary.

'Historic day' for Sanatan followers: Mahant Sitaram Das on Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari's swearing-in

IANS | May 9, 2026 9:37 PM

Ayodhya, May 9 (IANS) Mahant Sitaram Das Maharaj of Ayodhya's Saket Bhavan Temple on Saturday termed the swearing-in of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)'s Suvendu Adhikari as the ninth Chief Minister of West Bengal, a "historic day". He said that Adhikari's elevation to the Chief Ministerial post marks the fulfillment of a long-standing resolve.

Affordable insurance, stronger families: PMSBY wins hearts in MP’s Burhanpur

IANS | May 9, 2026 9:33 PM

Burhanpur (Madhya Pradesh), May 9 (IANS) The Central government’s flagship social security initiative, Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), is continuing to provide financial protection and relief to common citizens across the country. People have drawn immense benefit from this scheme in Madhya Pradesh’s Burhanpur.

PMSBY emerges as financial lifeline for families after accidental deaths in MP’s Neemuch

IANS | May 9, 2026 8:33 PM

Neemuch (Madhya Pradesh), May 9 (IANS) The Central government’s ‘Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana’ (PMSBY) has become a major support system for the needy families. In Madhya Pradesh’s Neemuch district, many beneficiaries are receiving financial assistance under the scheme. It offers accident insurance coverage at a very low premium.

BJP's victory in Bengal saved state from 'destruction', says Makhanlal Sarkar (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | May 9, 2026 8:32 PM

Kolkata, May 9 (IANS) Makhanlal Sarkar, one of the most senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) workers in West Bengal, on Saturday alleged that the state was getting "destroyed" under the reign of Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress government and got "saved" due to the party's victory in the recent Assembly polls.

Kiren Rijiju assures sustained efforts to address decline in Parsi population

IANS | May 9, 2026 7:41 PM

Mumbai, May 9 (IANS) Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on Saturday lauded the Parsi community’s contribution to the national development, reiterating the government’s commitment to preserve the minority community’s heritage, promote socio-economic welfare and support efforts to revive its population.

India successfully tests advanced Agni missile with multiple payloads to hit different targets

IANS | May 9, 2026 7:13 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) The Advanced Agni missile with Multiple Independently Targeted Re-Entry Vehicle (MIRV) system, capable of hitting different targets spread over a large area, was successfully flight-tested over the Indian Ocean Region, a DRDO official said on Saturday.

Social security, pension schemes show our commitment to bring dignity, financial security to people: PM Modi

IANS | May 9, 2026 6:34 PM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that key Jan Suraksha Schemes, which completed 11 years of providing social security cover, reflect the government’s commitment to bring dignity, assurance and financial security into the lives of the people of India.

Vijay stakes claim to form govt after securing support of 120 MLAs in Tamil Nadu

IANS | May 9, 2026 5:29 PM

Chennai, May 9 (IANS) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief C. Joseph Vijay on Saturday moved closer to becoming the next Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu after securing the support of 120 MLAs, comfortably crossing the majority mark required to form the government in the 234-member Assembly.

From repeated destruction to revivals: Gujarat's Somnath Temple reflects centuries of faith and resilience

IANS | May 9, 2026 5:16 PM

Gir Somnath (Gujarat), May 9 (IANS) Somnath Temple, regarded as the first among the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, is set to mark 75 years since its reopening in independent India, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to visit the shrine on May 11 as part of the 'Somnath Amrut Mahotsav' commemorations.

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Kiren Rijiju gives a lesson on Parliamentary practices to Trinamool MP Sagarika Ghosh on Tagore b'day event

'Historic day' for Sanatan followers: Mahant Sitaram Das on Bengal CM Suvendu Adhikari's swearing-in

Affordable insurance, stronger families: PMSBY wins hearts in MP’s Burhanpur

PMSBY emerges as financial lifeline for families after accidental deaths in MP’s Neemuch

BJP's victory in Bengal saved state from 'destruction', says Makhanlal Sarkar (IANS Exclusive)

Kiren Rijiju assures sustained efforts to address decline in Parsi population

India successfully tests advanced Agni missile with multiple payloads to hit different targets

Social security, pension schemes show our commitment to bring dignity, financial security to people: PM Modi

Vijay stakes claim to form govt after securing support of 120 MLAs in Tamil Nadu

From repeated destruction to revivals: Gujarat's Somnath Temple reflects centuries of faith and resilience

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