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'Don’t know who started slogan of dividing nation': Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on ‘I Love Muhammad’ row (IANS exclusive)

IANS | October 6, 2025 10:44 AM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) Reacting to the ongoing controversy surrounding the "I Love Muhammad" slogan, Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju said in an exclusive interview with IANS that India does not discriminate on the basis of religion or caste and that the country stands united under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Jitan Ram Manjhi, praises his efforts to strengthen MSME

IANS | October 6, 2025 10:25 AM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday extended warm birthday wishes to Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, praising his commitment to uplifting the poor and strengthening the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector, a vital pillar in India’s journey toward becoming a Viksit Bharat.

Bihar Assembly polls: ECI likely to announce election dates today

IANS | October 6, 2025 10:16 AM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) is likely to announce the schedule for the Bihar Assembly elections on Monday at 4 p.m., marking the beginning of a crucial political phase in the state.

Vijay Kumar Malhotra's life embodied 'service before self', says PM Modi

IANS | October 6, 2025 9:58 AM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid homage to senior BJP leader and Delhi's first Chief Executive Councillor Vijay Kumar Malhotra, describing him as a leader whose impact transcended the positions he held and whose life reflected dedication, values, and courage.

India’s public sector banks resilient amid US tariffs, private lenders lose market cap

IANS | October 6, 2025 9:31 AM

New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) Private sector banks in India slipped in market capitalisation during the July–September quarter (Q2 FY26), as trade uncertainties dragged on market sentiment, according to a new report on Monday, adding that public sector banks (PSBs) gained during the three-month period, staying resilient against external pressures.

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'Don’t know who started slogan of dividing nation': Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju on ‘I Love Muhammad’ row (IANS exclusive)

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to Jitan Ram Manjhi, praises his efforts to strengthen MSME

Bihar Assembly polls: ECI likely to announce election dates today

Vijay Kumar Malhotra's life embodied 'service before self', says PM Modi

India’s public sector banks resilient amid US tariffs, private lenders lose market cap

North Bengal landslides: Death toll rises to 23; Governor's office activates rapid action cell

PM Modi expresses grief over Jaipur hospital fire tragedy

Eight killed in ICU fire at SMS Hospital in Jaipur; CM orders probe

Supreme Court to hear petition against Sonam Wangchuk's arrest today

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar to inaugurate Patna Metro today

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