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Will improve connectivity, generate employment: Ministers on PM Modi inaugurating projects in Rajasthan

IANS | July 4, 2026 2:31 PM

Jodhpur, July 4 (IANS) Union Minister for Civil Aviation K. Ram Mohan Naidu and Rajasthan Ministers on Saturday hailed the inauguration of Jodhpur airport's new terminal building and the Pachpadra refinery by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which they said, will improve its connectivity with other cities and provide employment opportunities for youth in Rajasthan.

e-Jagriti platform digitises entire lifecycle of consumer complaint: PM Modi

IANS | July 4, 2026 2:19 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the e-Jagriti platform addresses multiple challenges by digitising the entire lifecycle of a consumer complaint.

BJP governments deliver projects, not just promises: PM Modi at Pachpadra Refinery inauguration

IANS | July 4, 2026 2:15 PM

Jaipur, July 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the country's most modern integrated refinery-cum-petrochemical complex at Pachpadra in Rajasthan's Balotra district, asserting that BJP-led governments believe in completing projects rather than merely announcing them.

Centre assures modern testing facilities for toy manufacturing clusters to boost competitiveness

IANS | July 4, 2026 2:09 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) The government would establish modern testing facilities across toy manufacturing clusters in the country through the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), National Test House and other government and semi-government laboratories, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said on Saturday, urging industry stakeholders to identify and communicate the testing equipment required to ensure that Indian toys meet the highest quality standards for both domestic and international consumers.

PM Modi inaugurates Pachpadra Refinery, lays foundation for Jaipur Metro Phase 2

IANS | July 4, 2026 2:02 PM

Jaipur, July 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the country's first greenfield integrated refinery-cum-petrochemical complex at Pachpadra in Balotra and virtually laid the foundation stone for the Jaipur Metro Phase 2 project.

Hafiz Saeed's son Talha to head Lashkar as ISI rebuilds outfit into three commands

Vicky Nanjappa | July 4, 2026 2:00 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) The Lashkar-e-Taiba, which suffered the heaviest losses during Operation Sindoor last year, has begun efforts to rebuild its network and leadership.

Centre issues notice to Telegram to take action against pirated content

IANS | July 4, 2026 1:49 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (I&B) has directed Telegram to take immediate action against pirated films and OTT content and submit a report within 15 days, sources said on Saturday.

Piyush Goyal asks toy makers to target 10x exports, assures quality norms will stay

IANS | July 4, 2026 1:31 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal on Saturday asked domestic toy manufacturers to capitalise on expanding global market access and target a 10-fold increase in exports over the next four years, while assuring the industry that the government will not dilute mandatory quality standards.

Centre hikes onion procurement price by 13 pc to Rs 2,125 per quintal

IANS | July 4, 2026 1:28 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) The government on Saturday said it has increased the procurement price of onions by 13 per cent to Rs 2,125 per quintal from Rs 1,875 per quintal, effective from today, thus ensuring better returns for onion farmers and strengthening buffer procurement.

Jaish, Lashkar members in govt's list of 23 Pakistan-based terrorists

IANS | July 4, 2026 12:24 PM

New Delhi, July 4 (IANS) In one of the most significant actions taken in recent years against cross-border terrorism, the Central government has designated 23 Pakistan-based individuals as terrorists under the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA).

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Will improve connectivity, generate employment: Ministers on PM Modi inaugurating projects in Rajasthan

e-Jagriti platform digitises entire lifecycle of consumer complaint: PM Modi

BJP governments deliver projects, not just promises: PM Modi at Pachpadra Refinery inauguration

Centre assures modern testing facilities for toy manufacturing clusters to boost competitiveness

PM Modi inaugurates Pachpadra Refinery, lays foundation for Jaipur Metro Phase 2

Hafiz Saeed's son Talha to head Lashkar as ISI rebuilds outfit into three commands

Centre issues notice to Telegram to take action against pirated content

Piyush Goyal asks toy makers to target 10x exports, assures quality norms will stay

Centre hikes onion procurement price by 13 pc to Rs 2,125 per quintal

Jaish, Lashkar members in govt's list of 23 Pakistan-based terrorists

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