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GST reforms to lower 3 kilowatts rooftop solar system prices by up to Rs 10,500

IANS | September 17, 2025 1:53 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The GST rationalisation, which lower rates across the renewable energy value chain from 12 per cent to 5 per cent, will make rooftop solar systems more affordable for households, bringing down the price of a typical 3 kilowatts (kW) rooftop system by about Rs 9,000–10,500, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy said on Wednesday.

PM Modi calls for Swadeshi revival, urges citizens to buy Made in India products

IANS | September 17, 2025 1:45 PM

Dhar, Sep 17 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday made a passionate appeal to the people of India to adopt Swadeshi products and strengthen the nation’s self-reliance.

PM Modi in MP's Dhar: 'New India strikes back without nuke fear'

IANS | September 17, 2025 1:32 PM

Dhar, Sep 17 (IANS) Reaffirming India’s unwavering commitment to national security and sending a strong message to Pakistan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “This is a new India. It fears no one’s nuclear threats… Ghar mein ghus ke maarta hai,” he added, using a Hindi phrase that translates to “it enters the enemy’s house and strikes.”

India emerging as global leader on green path to growth

IANS | September 17, 2025 1:25 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) India is rapidly emerging as a global leader in sustainable development, as it is not just following the global climate agenda but developing its own positive approach to a green future as a pathway to economic prosperity and a strong nation.

PM Modi launches women’s health drive from MP's Dhar

IANS | September 17, 2025 1:22 PM

Dhar, Sep 17 (IANS) On the occasion of Vishwakarma Jayanti, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a heartfelt appeal, urged the women of India -- mothers and sisters from every corner of the country -- to participate in free health screenings being organised at camps nationwide.

Bihar farmers extend birthday wishes to PM Modi, hail Makhana board as game-changer

IANS | September 17, 2025 1:15 PM

Purnea, Sep 17 (IANS) Farmers in Bihar, delighted by the formation of the National Makhana Board, on Wednesday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 75th birthday and prayed for his long and healthy life.

No third-party intervention in India-Pakistan ceasefire: Rajnath Singh

IANS | September 17, 2025 1:07 PM

Hyderabad, Sep 17 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has clarified that the ceasefire between Indian and Pakistan was not due to any third-party intervention and reiterated that Operation Sindoor has only been paused.

'A very happy birthday', Shashi Tharoor greets PM Modi on his 75th birthday

IANS | September 17, 2025 12:50 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Sep 17 (IANS) Four-time Congress MP from Thiruvananthapuram, Shashi Tharoor, on Wednesday extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a gesture that might raise eyebrows, especially in his party, than others, given his earlier remarks, praising the PM, came under flak from annoyed fellow party members.

From leaky huts to pucca homes: Chhattisgarh rural women thank PM Modi on his birthday for transforming lives

IANS | September 17, 2025 12:44 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Women residents of Samanpur village in Kabirdham district are expressing heartfelt gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for fulfilling their long-cherished dream of owning a safe and permanent home under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana–Gramin (PMAY-G).

From Uri to Pahalgam: PM Modi’s zero-tolerance doctrine against Pakistan’s terror playbook

IANS | September 17, 2025 12:38 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Pakistan did not learn its lessons after being humiliated during the surgical strikes and Balakot airstrikes. While the surgical strikes were carried out post the Uri terror attack, Balakot was in retaliation for the Pulwama attack.

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GST reforms to lower 3 kilowatts rooftop solar system prices by up to Rs 10,500

PM Modi calls for Swadeshi revival, urges citizens to buy Made in India products

PM Modi in MP's Dhar: 'New India strikes back without nuke fear'

India emerging as global leader on green path to growth

PM Modi launches women’s health drive from MP's Dhar

Bihar farmers extend birthday wishes to PM Modi, hail Makhana board as game-changer

No third-party intervention in India-Pakistan ceasefire: Rajnath Singh

'A very happy birthday', Shashi Tharoor greets PM Modi on his 75th birthday

From leaky huts to pucca homes: Chhattisgarh rural women thank PM Modi on his birthday for transforming lives

From Uri to Pahalgam: PM Modi’s zero-tolerance doctrine against Pakistan’s terror playbook

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