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Centenarian marathon runner Fauja Singh dies in a road accident in Punjab

IANS | July 15, 2025 12:14 AM

Mumbai, July 15 (IANS) Centenarian long-distance runner Fauja Singh, widely recognised as the world's oldest marathon runner, has died at the age of 114 in a road accident at Beas Pind near Jalandhar in Punjab. According to reports, the Indian-British Sikh marathon runner of Punjabi descent was hit by an unidentified vehicle when he was crossing the road in his native village.

Maharashtra: Nearly 70,000 houses built in Sangli under PM Awas Yojana

IANS | July 14, 2025 11:30 PM

Sangli (Maharashtra), July 14 (IANS) The central government has launched many public welfare schemes keeping in mind the large population of the country. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, one of the key schemes to provide affordable housing for the low and moderate-income residents of the country, has been effectively implemented in the Sangli district of Maharashtra.

Bharat Vikas Parishad: HM Amit Shah hails it as a bridge between duty and nation-building

IANS | July 14, 2025 11:00 PM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) Bharat Vikas Parishad is not merely an institution but a unifying idea deeply rooted in the Indian ethos, said Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah, while addressing the 63rd Foundation Day celebration of the Parishad in New Delhi, and described its six-decade journey as a testament to the constructive power of organised service, cultural values, and civic engagement.

'Don't compel me to take action': Eknath Shinde asks Shiv Sena members to follow discipline amid backlash

IANS | July 14, 2025 10:31 PM

Mumbai, July 14 (IANS) In a strong and clear message, Shiv Sena supremo and Deputy Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde asked the party ministers, legislators and office bearers to strictly follow party discipline and not compel him to take action.

MP: Digvijaya Singh demands judicial inquiry into Harda incident

IANS | July 14, 2025 10:26 PM

Harda, July 14 (IANS) Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister, Digvijaya Singh, on Monday demanded a judicial inquiry into the Harda incident, wherein police used "mild force" against Karni Sena during a protest.

Lok Sabha ushers in AI era; adopts multilingual access, digital attendance, real-time transcriptions

IANS | July 14, 2025 9:13 PM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) In a landmark move to modernise parliamentary operations, the Lok Sabha Secretariat has unveiled a suite of digital and AI-driven (Artificial Intelligence) initiatives aimed at enhancing transparency, inclusivity, and accessibility for both Members of Parliament and the public.

Sirsa announces 20-day pollution clearance for green industries in Delhi

IANS | July 14, 2025 9:06 PM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) In a bid to boost the ease of doing business, the Delhi government has set a 20-day pollution clearance deadline for Green Category industries, Environment and Industries Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa said on Monday.

Gujarat emerges as leader in production of processed potatoes

IANS | July 14, 2025 8:59 PM

Ahmedabad, July 14 (IANS) In yet another remarkable achievement, Gujarat has emerged as the leader in the processed potatoes industry as it has left behind other states in its production and also set a benchmark by scaling up its share in the country’s export of processed potatoes.

Gujarat govt steps up bridge safety after Gambhira tragedy; major repairs and expansion work underway

IANS | July 14, 2025 8:50 PM

Surat, July 14 (IANS) In the wake of the tragic Gambhira Bridge incident, the Gujarat government on Monday launched a sweeping initiative to inspect, repair, and expand old bridges while accelerating the construction of new ones across the state. The effort aims to ensure public safety and ease traffic congestion on vital routes.

Indian Coast Guard holds awareness campaign in Ranchi, woos youth for serving the force

IANS | July 14, 2025 8:13 PM

New Delhi, July 14 (IANS) The Indian Coast Guard, which secures India’s maritime borders extending into thousands of kilometres, organised an awareness campaign in Jharkhand’s capital, Ranchi, on Monday, to inspire the youth to join the forces and serve the motherland.

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Centenarian marathon runner Fauja Singh dies in a road accident in Punjab

Maharashtra: Nearly 70,000 houses built in Sangli under PM Awas Yojana

Bharat Vikas Parishad: HM Amit Shah hails it as a bridge between duty and nation-building

'Don't compel me to take action': Eknath Shinde asks Shiv Sena members to follow discipline amid backlash

MP: Digvijaya Singh demands judicial inquiry into Harda incident

Lok Sabha ushers in AI era; adopts multilingual access, digital attendance, real-time transcriptions

Sirsa announces 20-day pollution clearance for green industries in Delhi

Gujarat emerges as leader in production of processed potatoes

Gujarat govt steps up bridge safety after Gambhira tragedy; major repairs and expansion work underway

Indian Coast Guard holds awareness campaign in Ranchi, woos youth for serving the force

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