India’s economy on the road to reform, moving steadily: PM Modi

IANS | October 9, 2025 4:34 PM

Mumbai, Oct 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that India’s economy is moving steadily on the path of reform and growth, driven by strong partnerships, innovation, and strategic collaboration with global allies such as the United Kingdom.

'SAKSHAM': India's new eye in the sky to neutralise aerial threats

Saurabh Sharma | October 9, 2025 3:56 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Nearly five months after Operation Sindoor showed the prowess of the Indian security apparatus, including in the domain of neutralising nearly 400 drones fired by Pakistan to target Indian defence structures and civilian areas, the Indian Army has now initiated the procurement of an indigenously developed ‘SAKSHAM’ Counter Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Grid System.

From fruits to textiles, GST rejig to boost Arunachal Pradesh's economy

IANS | October 9, 2025 3:37 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Recent GST reforms will boost demand and profitability in Arunachal Pradesh’s leading sectors and industries, including agriculture, horticulture, processed foods, handicrafts, textiles, bamboo and cane furniture, the government informed on Thursday.

Rahul Gandhi opposes SIR process to protect infiltrators: BJP

IANS | October 9, 2025 3:32 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari launched a sharp attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi ahead of the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, accusing him of running a “fake propaganda campaign” on issues like ‘vote theft’ and the SIR process.

'Honour to serve our nation‘, PM Modi thanks VP Radhakrishnan for greetings

IANS | October 9, 2025 3:25 PM

New Delhi, Oct 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed gratitude after Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan extended heartfelt wishes on his completing 24 years of public service and entering into the 25th year as the head of government -- first as Chief Minister of Gujarat and then as PM of India.