Urbanisation is an opportunity, not a challenge: Experts at Assocham event

IANS | July 11, 2025 4:30 PM

New Delhi, July 11 (IANS) India’s urban population is projected to grow to approximately 88 crore by 2047 under the ‘Viksit Bharat’ vision, a senior government official said on Friday, emphasising that urbanisation is not a challenge but an opportunity to transform our cities into vibrant, sustainable hubs of growth.

Maha cabinet grants agricultural status to livestock farming

IANS | July 11, 2025 3:28 PM

Mumbai, July 11 (IANS) In a major policy shift, the Maharashtra Cabinet has granted agricultural status to livestock farming, aiming to bring significant relief and new benefits to farmers engaged in dairy, poultry, goat, and pig rearing.

When you win, EC is good; when you lose, target it: BJP to Oppn over Bihar voter list row

IANS | July 11, 2025 12:09 PM

New Delhi, July 11 (IANS) Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the voter rolls in Bihar, BJP leaders have strongly criticised the Opposition for politicising the issue and casting doubts on the Election Commission of India (ECI) after the Supreme Court refused to stay the revision exercise, while issuing suggestions to ensure fairness and inclusivity.