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Women parliamentarians highlight role of tradition, empowerment at ‘Bharati–Nari to Narayani’ conference

IANS | March 8, 2026 5:44 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Women parliamentarians and leaders participating in the two-day national convention of women thought leaders, ‘Bharati–Nari to Narayani’, highlighted the role of women’s empowerment rooted in Indian traditions while addressing the gathering in the national capital on the occasion of International Women’s Day.

India’s energy policy is written in New Delhi, not Washington, shows data

IANS | March 8, 2026 4:59 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) India’s energy policy is determined in New Delhi and not in Washington, data has showed.

'Sundays on Cycle' event organised in Imphal, motivates people to adopt healthy lifestyle

IANS | March 8, 2026 4:24 PM

Imphal, March 8 (IANS) On the occasion of International Women's Day, the North-Eastern regional centre of the Sports Authority of India (SAI) organised the 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' at the city's Khuman Lampak Sports Complex on Sunday.

FairPoint: Oppn may find faults, but Modi govt holds its nerve in West Asia

Deepika Bhan | March 8, 2026 4:24 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) It is easy to criticise. It is even easier to find faults and raise one's voice in protest. Opposition parties in India have always been good at doing so -- and in many ways, that is essential for a healthy democracy. But there are moments when history is unfolding, when decisions are tactical and strategic, and when the nation's security and long-term interests are at stake. In such moments, perhaps the instinct to immediately point fingers can wait.

Maharashtra ATS detains two more in probe into engineering student’s alleged links to JeM, ISIS

IANS | March 8, 2026 3:52 PM

Mumbai, March 8 (IANS) The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) has detained two more individuals for questioning in connection with its investigation into a 21-year-old engineering student arrested for alleged links to extremist organisations, officials said on Sunday.

Holi murder: Delhi BJP praises demolition of illegally built house of accused

IANS | March 8, 2026 3:35 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva on Sunday welcomed demolition by civic agencies against the illegally built house of a family allegedly involved in the murder of a youth in Uttam Nagar on Holi.

Women’s empowerment key to self-reliant society: Yogi Adityanath on Women’s Day

IANS | March 8, 2026 3:20 PM

Lucknow, March 8 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday said that empowering women is essential for building a self-reliant society.

'Disrespect to Constitution', PM Modi calls out Trinamool govt's 'dirty politics' over Prez Murmu venue change

IANS | March 8, 2026 3:05 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday slammed the Mamata Banerjee-led West Bengal government for "gravely insulting" President Droupadi Murmu, calling it a "disrespect to the Constitution" and an act that "undermines the rich tradition of democracy".

With focus on women-led development, Nari Shakti emerges as foundation of 'Viksit Bharat'

IANS | March 8, 2026 3:03 PM

New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) The International Women's Day (IWD) is being observed worldwide on Sunday to honour the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.

Nishant Kumar joins JD(U), says will work in Bihar under his father's guidance

IANS | March 8, 2026 2:53 PM

Patna, March 8 (IANS) Nishant Kumar, son of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, formally joined the Janata Dal (United) at the party headquarters in Patna on Sunday afternoon, marking the beginning of his active political journey.

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Women parliamentarians highlight role of tradition, empowerment at ‘Bharati–Nari to Narayani’ conference

India’s energy policy is written in New Delhi, not Washington, shows data

'Sundays on Cycle' event organised in Imphal, motivates people to adopt healthy lifestyle

FairPoint: Oppn may find faults, but Modi govt holds its nerve in West Asia

Maharashtra ATS detains two more in probe into engineering student’s alleged links to JeM, ISIS

Holi murder: Delhi BJP praises demolition of illegally built house of accused

Women’s empowerment key to self-reliant society: Yogi Adityanath on Women’s Day

'Disrespect to Constitution', PM Modi calls out Trinamool govt's 'dirty politics' over Prez Murmu venue change

With focus on women-led development, Nari Shakti emerges as foundation of 'Viksit Bharat'

Nishant Kumar joins JD(U), says will work in Bihar under his father's guidance

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