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Delhi likely to receive rain, thunderstorms on May 11-12; IMD issues yellow alert

IANS | May 9, 2026 11:17 AM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) The national Capital is expected to witness a change in weather conditions after several days of dry and warm temperatures, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting light rainfall and thunderstorms on May 11 and 12. A yellow alert has been issued for both days, warning residents about possible lightning and gusty winds.

Financial inclusion: 3 Jan Suraksha Schemes reach 94.5 crore in cumulative enrolments

IANS | May 9, 2026 9:41 AM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Three Jan Suraksha Schemes, which completed 11 years of providing social security cover, have reached 94.5 crore in cumulative enrolments, the government said on Saturday.

Piyush Goyal discusses manufacturing, trade opportunities with French major LVMH

IANS | May 9, 2026 9:25 AM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal met senior officials from French luxury goods major LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE and discussed opportunities on strengthening manufacturing in India.

India’s ornamental fisheries exports reach Rs 41 crore

IANS | May 9, 2026 9:11 AM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) India’s ornamental fisheries exports are estimated at around Rs 41 crore, reflecting the sector’s growing contribution to the economy, an official statement said on Saturday.

Suvendu Adhikari to take oath as West Bengal’s first BJP Chief Minister today

IANS | May 9, 2026 7:02 AM

New Delhi, May 9 (IANS) Suvendu Adhikari is set to be sworn in on Saturday as West Bengal’s first BJP Chief Minister at a ceremony to be held at Brigade Parade Ground.

India, Switzerland review trade pact implementation to drive exports, investment

IANS | May 8, 2026 11:05 PM

New Delhi, May 8 (IANS) Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agarwal visited Switzerland to advance the implementation of the India–EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) and strengthen India–Switzerland trade and investment engagement, it was announced on Friday.

India's culture thrived despite attempts to destroy it: Ayodhya residents on PM Modi's Somnath visit

IANS | May 8, 2026 10:01 PM

Ayodhya, May 8 (IANS) People belonging from diverse walks of life on Friday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's upcoming visit to the Somnath Temple in Gujarat on May 11. Calling the temple a "symbol" of India's heritage, they asserted that the country's culture has thrived despite repeated attempts to destroy it.

UP minister Narendra Kashyap participates in Census 2027 self-enumeration campaign

IANS | May 8, 2026 9:43 PM

Lucknow, May 8 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government has intensified preparations for Census 2027 with a strong focus on transparency, technology-driven data collection, and public participation, an official press statement said on Friday.

BJP's Bengal legislative party stakes claim for forming new government

IANS | May 8, 2026 9:36 PM

Kolkata, May 8 (IANS) A delegation of Bharatiya Janata Party leaders, led by its West Bengal legislature party leader Suvendu Adhikari, on Friday reached Lok Bhavan to formally stake its claim to form the government with Governor R.N. Ravi.

India offers $50 billion aircraft leasing opportunity: Ram Mohan Naidu

IANS | May 8, 2026 8:23 PM

Gandhinagar, May 8 (IANS) Union Minister of Civil Aviation Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said on Friday that India’s commercial airlines currently have outstanding deliveries of 1,640 aircraft, which translates into a $50 billion opportunity for the country’s leasing ecosystem over the coming decade.

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Delhi likely to receive rain, thunderstorms on May 11-12; IMD issues yellow alert

Financial inclusion: 3 Jan Suraksha Schemes reach 94.5 crore in cumulative enrolments

Piyush Goyal discusses manufacturing, trade opportunities with French major LVMH

India’s ornamental fisheries exports reach Rs 41 crore

Suvendu Adhikari to take oath as West Bengal’s first BJP Chief Minister today

India, Switzerland review trade pact implementation to drive exports, investment

India's culture thrived despite attempts to destroy it: Ayodhya residents on PM Modi's Somnath visit

UP minister Narendra Kashyap participates in Census 2027 self-enumeration campaign

BJP's Bengal legislative party stakes claim for forming new government

India offers $50 billion aircraft leasing opportunity: Ram Mohan Naidu

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