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BMC polls: Maha witnesses unrest across parties over ticket distribution

IANS | December 30, 2025 11:39 PM

Mumbai, Dec 30 (IANS) Maharashtra on Tuesday, which was the last date for filing nominations for the elections to the 29 municipal corporations, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation, witnessed a wave of unrest across political parties, marked by dramatic scenes in Nashik and Nagpur and growing dissent in Mumbai, Jalgaon, Sambhajinagar, Thane and other cities over ticket distribution.

Heeraben Modi’s third death anniversary: Manoj Muntashir shares heart-wrenching account of PM's grief

IANS | December 30, 2025 10:28 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) As the nation observes the third death anniversary of Heeraben Modi, the beloved mother of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who left this world on this day in 2022 at the age of 99, a touching revelation by renowned poet and lyricist Manoj Muntashir has touched countless hearts across the country.

Shahbag movement leader appeals for peace, return of 'Sonar Bangla' in Bangladesh

IANS | December 30, 2025 9:31 PM

Kolkata, Dec 30 (IANS) The persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh continues unabated.

Delhi Cabinet approves Bill to decriminalise minor offences

IANS | December 30, 2025 9:25 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) Drawing inspiration from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Delhi Cabinet has approved the Delhi Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, to decriminalise minor offences and promote Ease of Doing Business and Ease of Living, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Wednesday.

Ahmedabad Civil Medical College’s kidney institute sets national record with 500 transplants in 2025

IANS | December 30, 2025 9:23 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 30 (IANS) The Institute of Kidney Diseases and Research Centre (IKDRC-ITS) at Ahmedabad Civil Medical College has created history by completing 500 kidney transplants in a single year, setting a new national benchmark in the public healthcare sector.

Gujarat CM, ministers watch musical multimedia show ‘Namotsav’ based on PM Modi’s life

IANS | December 30, 2025 9:17 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 30 (IANS) Ahmedabad witnessed a grand cultural spectacle as Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, along with cabinet ministers and members of the state government, watched the mega musical multimedia show ‘Namotsav’, based on the life and journey of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Indian Army to showcase unique animal force at Republic Day parade

IANS | December 30, 2025 9:10 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) The Indian Army, while rapidly modernising with cutting-edge technology, continues to strengthen its capabilities by blending tradition with innovation.

Economic reforms in 2025 set stage for India’s global rise: Economist

IANS | December 30, 2025 8:32 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) Economist and former President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), Ved Jain, on Tuesday said that allowing 100 per cent foreign direct investment (FDI) in the insurance sector will prove to be a positive step for India’s economy and consumers.

Mamata Banerjee’s balancing act between Muslim welfare and Hindu outreach may have come late

IANS | December 30, 2025 8:31 PM

New Delhi, Dec 30 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s political strategy, long been accused of being weighed towards minority appeasement with welfare schemes and protections that critics say disproportionately benefit Muslims, now appears to be veering towards building temples.

Experts reckon holding inclusive election would honour former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's legacy

IANS | December 30, 2025 8:21 PM

Dhaka, Dec 30 (IANS) Expressing grief over the passing of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) chairperson and former Prime Minister Khaleda Zia, the former Indian High Commissioner to Bangladesh, Veena Sikri, on Tuesday said her legacy should be honoured through inclusive elections to be held in February 2026, with the participation of the Awami League. Sikri noted that both the former Prime Ministers of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina and Khaleda Zia, had fought side by side to restore democracy in the country.

National

BMC polls: Maha witnesses unrest across parties over ticket distribution

Heeraben Modi’s third death anniversary: Manoj Muntashir shares heart-wrenching account of PM's grief

Shahbag movement leader appeals for peace, return of 'Sonar Bangla' in Bangladesh

Delhi Cabinet approves Bill to decriminalise minor offences

Ahmedabad Civil Medical College’s kidney institute sets national record with 500 transplants in 2025

Gujarat CM, ministers watch musical multimedia show ‘Namotsav’ based on PM Modi’s life

Indian Army to showcase unique animal force at Republic Day parade

Economic reforms in 2025 set stage for India’s global rise: Economist

Mamata Banerjee’s balancing act between Muslim welfare and Hindu outreach may have come late

Experts reckon holding inclusive election would honour former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia's legacy

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