New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) The Election Commission of India (ECI) on Tuesday reported significant progress in Phase II of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls, with 99.78 per cent of Enumeration Forms (EFs) already distributed across 12 states and Union Territories.
New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) Conveying his best wishes for the Kashi Tamil Sangamam that began on Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that this vibrant programme “deepens the spirit of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.”
New Delhi, Nov 2 (IANS) Amid the ongoing impasse and heated exchanges over demands for discussion on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise resulting in washout of Parliamentary proceedings for two consecutive days, the government and Opposition reached a truce on Tuesday. This will bring an end to the stalemate over SIR and pave the way for a heated debate on the issue in the Lower House.
New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) The national telemedicine service, known as eSanjeevani, has facilitated more than 43 crore consultations till November 23, said Union Minister for Health Prataprao Jadhav in the Parliament on Tuesday.
New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) Thailand's Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow called on National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval during his New Delhi visit, discussing ways to expand strategic partnership and promote cooperation on security issues, particularly maritime security and online scams.
Ranchi, Dec 2 (IANS) Tension gripped the Sithio Basti area under Dhurwa police station in Ranchi on Tuesday after local residents erupted in anger over the murder of a 22-year-old youth identified as Arshad Ansari.
New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) The government on Tuesday said that Aadhaar authentication transactions saw 8.47 per cent growth (year-on-year) at 231 crore in the month of November.
New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) The National Consumer Helpline (NCH) website has received more than 14.2 lakh grievances and has disposed of over 13 lakh cases till October this year, the government informed the Parliament on Tuesday.
New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) Extending greetings on the occasion of Asom Divas, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday reiterated the commitment to advancing the inclusive, culturally rooted and development-oriented vision of Swargadeo Chaolung Sukapha, the founder of the Ahom kingdom, whose legacy continues to shape Assam’s identity.
Ahmedabad, Dec 2 (IANS) Sending a strong message to its western neighbour, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Tuesday that India is a peace-loving nation and does not provoke anyone, but is prepared to eliminate anyone who disturbs peace and harmony in the country.
