'We’re more aware now', say BLAs after Election Commission training

IANS | April 16, 2025 10:04 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) In a move to further empower the democratic process, the Election Commission of India (ECI) organised a two-day training programme for Booth Level Agents (BLAs) from Bihar. The training session focused on equipping BLAs with detailed knowledge about the electoral process. Participants found the session highly informative and an eye-opener in terms of awareness and responsibilities.

Rajkot entrepreneur gives his salon a makeover with PM Mudra Yojana

IANS | April 16, 2025 9:54 PM

Rajkot, April 16 (IANS) The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to promote startups and self-employment, continues to receive a positive response across the country. One such inspiring success story comes from Rajkot, where a local entrepreneur has transformed his small salon into a thriving business with the help of the scheme.

Shahdol beneficiaries thrive with easy loans through PM Modi’s Mudra scheme

IANS | April 16, 2025 9:42 PM

Shahdol (Madhya Pradesh), April 16 (IANS) The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) is changing lives across Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh by providing easy, collateral-free loans to people from economically weaker and middle-income groups. This initiative is helping individuals not only start their own businesses but also turn their dreams into reality.

US Vice President Vance's India visit an opportunity to review progress in bilateral relations: MEA (Lead)

IANS | April 16, 2025 9:31 PM

New Delhi/Washington, April 16 (IANS) US Vice President J.D. Vance's India visit from April 21 to 24 will provide an opportunity for both sides to review the progress in bilateral relations and the implementation of the outcomes of the India-US Joint Statement issued in February during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Washington, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Wednesday.

Agencies like ED should be shut down if misused: Akhilesh Yadav

IANS | April 16, 2025 9:05 PM

Bhubaneswar, April 16 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) President and former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav said on Wednesday that the central investigating agencies like the Enforcement Directorate (ED) should be shut down if misused.

India’s apparel exports clock double digit growth amid global headwinds

IANS | April 16, 2025 8:53 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) India's exports of textiles & apparel have attained a growth of 6.32 per cent during the current financial year ended on March 31, 2025, as compared to the previous year with the apparel segment being the main growth driver, according to an analysis by the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI)

If Cong truly respects Ambedkar's Constitution, its leaders should be prepared to face corruption charges: BJP

IANS | April 16, 2025 8:40 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) Following the Enforcement Directorate’s (ED) chargesheet against seven individuals, including Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, in the National Herald case, Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya stated on Wednesday that if the Congress truly respects the law and the Constitution, its leaders should be prepared to face the legal consequences of corruption allegations.