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Gujarat CM credits PM Modi with giving India ‘a new direction’ as he completes 12 years in office

IANS | June 8, 2026 10:39 AM

Gandhinagar, June 8 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Monday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completing 12 years in office, describing the period as one marked by “unwavering service, good governance and continuous welfare of the poor”, while highlighting the transformation of Gujarat and India under his leadership.

Adani Ports secures 10-year marine services for Argentina's 1st LNG export to India

IANS | June 8, 2026 10:17 AM

Ahmedabad, June 8 (IANS) Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) said on Monday it has secured a 10-year marine services contract for Argentina's first liquefied natural gas (LNG) export, marking its entry into South America and expanding its international marine services footprint and reinforcing growing energy linkages between India and Argentina.

Probe initiated after three Air India aircraft damaged at Delhi airport

IANS | June 8, 2026 10:11 AM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) A probe has been initiated after three Air India aircraft parked at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport were damaged when ground support equipment was displaced during sudden adverse weather conditions.

Posters mocking INDIA bloc leaders surface ahead of alliance meeting in Delhi

IANS | June 8, 2026 10:09 AM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) Ahead of a key meeting of the INDIA bloc, several posters featuring prominent opposition leaders, including Trinamool Congress chief Mamata Banerjee, NCP(SP) chief Sharad Pawar, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal, former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan, and DMK President M.K. Stalin, surfaced in parts of the national capital on Monday.

75-year-old shot dead near highway in UP’s Amethi; police launch probe

IANS | June 8, 2026 10:04 AM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) A 75-year-old man was shot dead by unidentified assailants near a National Highway in Lodhianwa village under Jagdishpur Kotwali area of Amethi district in Uttar Pradesh on Monday morning, in a shocking incident that has triggered tension in the locality.

12 years of Garib Kalyan: Inspired by Antyodaya, we ensure deprived get development benefits, says PM Modi

IANS | June 8, 2026 9:47 AM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted the several transformations India has witnessed in the last 12 years and said that the Centre's efforts have been inspired by Antyodaya, with the welfare of the poor and underprivileged remaining at the core of the government’s efforts.

Wanted criminal carrying reward of Rs 1.90 lakh, killed in Ayodhya encounter

IANS | June 8, 2026 9:02 AM

Ayodhya, June 8 (IANS) A notorious and wanted criminal carrying a reward of Rs 1.90 lakh was killed in an encounter with the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) in Ayodhya, officials said on Monday.

Rajya Sabha polls: BJP challenges Congress with third candidate in MP; announces names for Karnataka

IANS | June 8, 2026 2:24 AM

New Delhi, June 8 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has released its official list of candidates for the upcoming biennial elections to the Rajya Sabha from Madhya Pradesh and Karnataka, as well as the Karnataka Legislative Council, party sources said.

Ram Temple trust General Secy Champat Rai refutes Akhilesh Yadav's allegations over donation fund offerings (Ld)

IANS | June 7, 2026 11:57 PM

Ayodhya, June 7 (IANS) Amid the growing uproar, Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust General Secretary Champat Rai on Sunday issued a strong rebuttal, dismissing the claims of Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav that crores of rupees are missing from the donation fund of the Ram temple as "baseless", clarified that the financial system of the Trust is fully transparent and that regular internal audits are conducted with the participation of representatives from the Trust and the State Bank of India.

Ram Temple trust refutes Akhilesh Yadav's allegation; RSS, Hindu seers accuse SP of 'false statements'

IANS | June 7, 2026 10:48 PM

New Delhi, June 7 (IANS) Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra on Sunday denied the allegation made by Samajwadi Party (SP) President Akhilesh Yadav that crores of rupees have been found missing from the offerings made at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Moreover, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) along with Hindu saints in Ayodhya criticised the SP Chief, accusing him of making false statements.

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Gujarat CM credits PM Modi with giving India ‘a new direction’ as he completes 12 years in office

Adani Ports secures 10-year marine services for Argentina's 1st LNG export to India

Probe initiated after three Air India aircraft damaged at Delhi airport

Posters mocking INDIA bloc leaders surface ahead of alliance meeting in Delhi

75-year-old shot dead near highway in UP’s Amethi; police launch probe

12 years of Garib Kalyan: Inspired by Antyodaya, we ensure deprived get development benefits, says PM Modi

Wanted criminal carrying reward of Rs 1.90 lakh, killed in Ayodhya encounter

Rajya Sabha polls: BJP challenges Congress with third candidate in MP; announces names for Karnataka

Ram Temple trust General Secy Champat Rai refutes Akhilesh Yadav's allegations over donation fund offerings (Ld)

Ram Temple trust refutes Akhilesh Yadav's allegation; RSS, Hindu seers accuse SP of 'false statements'

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