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PM-WANI gets citizen-friendly upgrade for easier access to public Wi-Fi

IANS | May 26, 2026 2:31 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) In a major step towards strengthening India’s digital public infrastructure (DPI) and improving ease of internet access for citizens, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has introduced a series of user-friendly reforms under the PM-WANI (Prime Minister’s Wi-Fi Access Network Interface) framework, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Communications on Tuesday.

Two Pakistanis among nine charged by NIA in Sirsa women police station attack

IANS | May 26, 2026 2:14 PM

Sirsa (Haryana), May 26 (IANS) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed charges against nine accused, including two Pakistani nationals, in connection with the November 2025 grenade attack on the Sirsa women's police station in Haryana, an official statement said on Tuesday.

CBI begins probe in Twisha Sharma death case, visits matrimonial home in Bhopal

IANS | May 26, 2026 1:52 PM

Bhopal, May 26 (IANS) The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday began its investigation into the alleged suicide and dowry harassment case of former actor-model Twisha Sharma, a day after formally taking over the probe from the Madhya Pradesh Police Special Investigation Team (SIT).

Lashkar's new Kashmir plan: More launchpads, more infiltration attempts

Vicky Nanjappa | May 26, 2026 1:50 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) The Lashkar-e-Taiba leadership has been meeting several persons, part of the political class, recently. These meetings have come under immense scrutiny by the Indian agencies.

India, US ink pact on critical minerals to break China’s monopoly

IANS | May 26, 2026 1:23 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) India and the US on Tuesday signed a strategic agreement to deepen cooperation in critical minerals and rare earths which constitute key materials for making semiconductors, electric vehicles, solar panels and high-tech defence products.

Delhi hospitals fully prepared to handle heatwave emergencies: Health Minister Singh

IANS | May 26, 2026 1:18 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Singh on Tuesday said that the government has directed all hospitals in the national Capital to remain fully prepared to tackle heatwave-related emergencies amid rising temperatures across the region.

Delhi HC refuses to stay Centre’s order on Gymkhana Club, issues summons

IANS | May 26, 2026 1:11 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) The Delhi High Court on Tuesday refused to grant interim relief against the Union government’s move to reclaim possession of the Delhi Gymkhana Club premises in Lutyens’ Delhi.

'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’: NDA leaders praise PM as Modi govt marks 12 years at Centre

IANS | May 26, 2026 12:14 PM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) Leaders from the BJP and its ally JD(U) on Tuesday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the NDA government completed 12 years at the Centre, highlighting welfare initiatives, transparency in governance and India’s growing global stature under his leadership.

Journey of resolve to achievement: BJP marks 12 years of Modi govt at Centre

IANS | May 26, 2026 11:57 AM

New Delhi, May 26 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday marked the completion of 12 years since the NDA government first assumed office at the Centre in 2014, describing the period as a journey of good governance, development and national transformation under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Char Dham Yatra: SDRF, NDRF intensify rescue ops, medical support amid heavy rush at Kedarnath

IANS | May 26, 2026 11:36 AM

Kedarnath, May 26 (IANS) Amid the continuously rising number of pilgrims visiting Kedarnath Dham during the ongoing Char Dham Yatra, teams from the district administration, District Disaster Response Force (DDRF), State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) remain actively engaged in rescue and medical assistance operations to ensure the safety of devotees.

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PM-WANI gets citizen-friendly upgrade for easier access to public Wi-Fi

Two Pakistanis among nine charged by NIA in Sirsa women police station attack

CBI begins probe in Twisha Sharma death case, visits matrimonial home in Bhopal

Lashkar's new Kashmir plan: More launchpads, more infiltration attempts

India, US ink pact on critical minerals to break China’s monopoly

Delhi hospitals fully prepared to handle heatwave emergencies: Health Minister Singh

Delhi HC refuses to stay Centre’s order on Gymkhana Club, issues summons

'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’: NDA leaders praise PM as Modi govt marks 12 years at Centre

Journey of resolve to achievement: BJP marks 12 years of Modi govt at Centre

Char Dham Yatra: SDRF, NDRF intensify rescue ops, medical support amid heavy rush at Kedarnath

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