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Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana taking care of India's senior citizens

IANS | October 27, 2026 1:42 PM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) India's elderly population is projected to reach 23 crore by 2036, underscoring the growing need for a comprehensive support system for senior citizens. The Government’s Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY) seeks to address this demographic shift by strengthening institutional mechanisms and promoting community-based support, enabling older persons to lead dignified, fulfilling and meaningful lives, according to an official factsheet released on Tuesday.

Congress defends November 1 rally, rejects BJP's 'Diwali disruption' charge

IANS | October 27, 2026 1:37 PM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) Congress leaders on Tuesday defended the INDIA Bloc's proposed November 1 rally, rejecting Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal's allegation that the event could disrupt Diwali celebrations and cause losses to traders.

Nitin Nabin to lead ‘Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy’ march in Delhi’s Chandni Chowk tomorrow

IANS | October 27, 2026 1:03 PM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) BJP National President Nitin Nabin will lead a foot march titled ‘Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy’ in Delhi’s Chandni Chowk on Wednesday, as the party steps up its outreach amid Opposition protests over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

31 teams deployed across states, UT likely to be affected by Cyclone 'Arnab': NDRF DIG

IANS | October 27, 2026 12:59 PM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) The National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) on Tuesday said that 31 teams have been deployed across the states likely to be affected by impending Cyclone Arnab, and a strategy has been finalised for the situation.

SFJ chief Pannun's protest funding offer under scanner, Punjab youth in focus

Vicky Nanjappa | October 27, 2026 12:26 PM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) Proscribed terrorist and Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) chief Gurpatwant Singh Pannun reportedly announced financial assistance for ongoing protest movements in India, prompting security agencies to launch a thorough investigation into potential foreign interference.

Oppn ruining joy of festivals, people must stay vigilant against those on anti-Hindu path: VHP

IANS | October 27, 2026 12:10 PM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) The Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) on Tuesday launched a scathing attack on the Opposition INDIA bloc over the November 1 'Delhi Chalo' march and accused it of "ruining" the joy of Hindu festivals and businesses.

CTI’s fresh appeal to INDIA bloc for deferring Nov 1 rally, after Rahul reiterates call for participation

IANS | October 27, 2026 11:47 AM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) A day after Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi reiterated call for 'Chalo Delhi' march slated for November 1, the Chamber of Trade and Industry (CTI) wrote to him again on Tuesday, pleading that the mega-rally be rescheduled after Diwali festivities.

PM Modi meets Liechtenstein's Prince Alois, Princess Sophie at Hyderabad House

IANS | October 27, 2026 11:46 AM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Liechtenstein's Prince Alois and Princess Sophie at the Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Tuesday.

Kharge 'baap' row: Mayawati slams ‘toxic politics’, says personal attacks not in national interest

IANS | October 27, 2026 11:38 AM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) president Mayawati on Tuesday expressed concern over the declining standards of political discourse in the country, saying that personal attacks, abusive language and toxic politics were neither in the national interest nor conducive to public welfare.

India-Chile FTA ripe for conclusion, Canada talks progressing well: Piyush Goyal

IANS | October 27, 2026 11:36 AM

New Delhi, Oct 27 (IANS) India is negotiating free trade agreements (FTAs) with several countries and groups with talks with Chile 'quite ripe' for conclusion and negotiations with Canada making good progress, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has said.

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Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana taking care of India's senior citizens

Congress defends November 1 rally, rejects BJP's 'Diwali disruption' charge

Nitin Nabin to lead ‘Save Democracy, Remove Anarchy’ march in Delhi’s Chandni Chowk tomorrow

31 teams deployed across states, UT likely to be affected by Cyclone 'Arnab': NDRF DIG

SFJ chief Pannun's protest funding offer under scanner, Punjab youth in focus

Oppn ruining joy of festivals, people must stay vigilant against those on anti-Hindu path: VHP

CTI’s fresh appeal to INDIA bloc for deferring Nov 1 rally, after Rahul reiterates call for participation

PM Modi meets Liechtenstein's Prince Alois, Princess Sophie at Hyderabad House

Kharge 'baap' row: Mayawati slams ‘toxic politics’, says personal attacks not in national interest

India-Chile FTA ripe for conclusion, Canada talks progressing well: Piyush Goyal

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