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Indians travel abroad today with greater confidence, stronger sense of pride: EAM Jaishankar on 12 years of Modi govt

IANS | June 9, 2026 12:37 PM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) Hailing Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar said on Tuesday that the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and India's foreign policy have undergone a transformation in the past 12 years and highlighted the initiatives introduced by the government.

Cong rushing MLAs to K'taka to avert cross-voting in high-stakes MP Rajya Sabha polls

IANS | June 9, 2026 12:12 PM

Bhopal, June 9 (IANS) Political temperatures in Madhya Pradesh have soared ahead of the Rajya Sabha elections scheduled for June 18, as the Bharatiya Janata Party's bold decision to field a third candidate has left the Congress deeply rattled. Sources in the party said, barring a few, almost all MLAs are going to Karnataka.

Under PM Modi, India rediscovered national self-belief, says CM Chandrababu Naidu

IANS | June 9, 2026 11:03 AM

Amaravati, June 9 (IANS) With Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to surpass Jawaharlal Nehru’s record as the longest continuously serving elected PM, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said that under PM Modi’s leadership, India has rediscovered its cultural pride and national self-belief.

Deve Gowda lauds PM Modi, says surpassing Nehru’s record reflects evolution of Indian democracy

IANS | June 9, 2026 10:51 AM

Bengaluru, June 9 (IANS) Former Prime Minister H.D. Deve Gowda on Tuesday stated that PM Narendra Modi becoming the longest continuously serving democratically elected Prime Minister after surpassing the record of Jawaharlal Nehru reflects both the strength and evolution of Indian democracy, while crediting his leadership for what he described as uncompromising protection of national interest and sustained public support.

Ministers hail 12 years of PM Modi’s leadership, Viksit Bharat vision

IANS | June 9, 2026 10:47 AM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) Union ministers on Tuesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 12-year tenure and highlighted the government's achievements in welfare, infrastructure, financial inclusion and economic empowerment.

CMRL-Exalogic case: Pinarayi Vijayan’s daughter Veena Vijayan summoned by ED on Friday

IANS | June 9, 2026 10:02 AM

Kochi, June 9 (IANS) The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday intensified its investigation in the Exalogic-CMRL case, marking a significant escalation in proceedings with the issuance of summons to Veena Vijayan, daughter of former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

India gained new identity on global stage due to govt's tireless efforts for people, says PM Modi

IANS | June 9, 2026 9:51 AM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated on Tuesday that over the past 12 years, the BJP-led Central Government has focused on public welfare and empowering society; because of which, the country has established a new identity on the global stage.

Delhi Diwali double murder case accused Amir arrested after Shastri Park encounter

IANS | June 9, 2026 9:20 AM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) A key accused wanted in connection with the sensational 2024 Delhi Diwali double murder case was arrested after sustaining a gunshot injury during an encounter with police in the Shastri Park area of the national capital, officials said on Tuesday.

Centre doubles down on expanding credit availability in West Bengal

IANS | June 9, 2026 9:17 AM

New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) In a bid to help West Bengal contribute to India's growth journey in industrial development, expanding entrepreneurial opportunities and employment generation, the government will hold roundtable meetings in all regions, with public sector banks (PSBs), leading industry bodies and MSME associations to expand credit availability.

Former Trinamool MLA arrested on charges of extortion, corruption

IANS | June 9, 2026 8:54 AM

Kolkata, June 9 (IANS) Former two-term Trinamool Congress MLA from Rajarhat-Newtown Assembly constituency in North 24 Parganas district of West Bengal and also the former chairman of the Bidhannagar Municipal Corporation in the same district, Sabyasachi Dutta, was arrested early Tuesday morning.

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Indians travel abroad today with greater confidence, stronger sense of pride: EAM Jaishankar on 12 years of Modi govt

Cong rushing MLAs to K'taka to avert cross-voting in high-stakes MP Rajya Sabha polls

Under PM Modi, India rediscovered national self-belief, says CM Chandrababu Naidu

Deve Gowda lauds PM Modi, says surpassing Nehru’s record reflects evolution of Indian democracy

Ministers hail 12 years of PM Modi’s leadership, Viksit Bharat vision

CMRL-Exalogic case: Pinarayi Vijayan’s daughter Veena Vijayan summoned by ED on Friday

India gained new identity on global stage due to govt's tireless efforts for people, says PM Modi

Delhi Diwali double murder case accused Amir arrested after Shastri Park encounter

Centre doubles down on expanding credit availability in West Bengal

Former Trinamool MLA arrested on charges of extortion, corruption

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