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Abusive language against PM Modi an insult to India, says All India Imam Organisation chief

IANS | August 2, 2026 9:22 AM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) All India Imam Organisation (AIIO) Chief Imam Umer Ahmed Ilyasi on Sunday condemned the use of abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the recent protests, stating that while people are free to express dissent, protests must remain within the bounds of decency and should not damage public property or involve offensive language.

Institutional partnerships to strengthen handloom sector, empower weavers: Govt

IANS | August 2, 2026 9:12 AM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) Institutional partnerships with premier institutions such as IITs and NIFTs can develop technological solutions that reduce manual effort, integrate scientific precision into traditional weaving processes and enhance the livelihoods of weavers, according to an official statement on Sunday.

Prez Murmu flags off inaugural Soldierathon honouring President's Bodyguard, Kargil heroes

IANS | August 2, 2026 8:42 AM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday flagged off the inaugural Soldierathon, a first-of-its-kind event organised to celebrate the 253-year legacy of the President's Bodyguard (PBG), at the Forecourt of Rashtrapati Bhavan.

PM Modi to launch ‘Nasha Mukta Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyaan’ today

IANS | August 2, 2026 6:29 AM

New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the “Nasha Mukta Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyaan” on Sunday through video conferencing with the aim of inspiring young people across the country to actively participate in the mission to build a drug-free India.

'He can definitely win an Olympic medal', says Selva Prabhu's father after CWG bronze

IANS | August 2, 2026 12:53 AM

Chennai, Aug 2 (IANS) With a bronze medal in his bag after achieving a double podium for India with compatriot Praveen Chithravel, triple jumper Selva Prabhu Thirumaran is looking forward to more international success with the Asian Games and Olympics as his target.

PM Modi releases Kannada translations of Valmiki Ramayana and stories of Vedanta monks

IANS | August 1, 2026 11:44 PM

Mysuru, Aug 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday released the Kannada translations of Valmiki Ramayana and Stories of Vedanta Monks during the inauguration of the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Youth Centre (Viveka Smaraka), built by the Ramakrishna Ashrama in Mysuru.

Rahul Gandhi warns delimitation threatens Tamil Nadu

IANS | August 1, 2026 10:17 PM

Chennai, Aug 1 (IANS) Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Saturday called upon political parties across the country, particularly those in Tamil Nadu, to unite against the Centre’s proposed delimitation exercise, alleging that it would undermine the State’s political representation and interests.

Cauvery row: Kabini Dam almost full, water must be released, says Shivakumar

IANS | August 1, 2026 9:59 PM

Mysuru, Aug 1 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Saturday appealed to organisations protesting against the release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu to withdraw their agitation, stating that it is impossible to hold back water once a reservoir reaches full capacity.

CAA grants, not takes away, citizenship: Bengal CM

IANS | August 1, 2026 9:59 PM

Kolkata, Aug 1 (IANS) Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Saturday said the Citizenship (Amendment) Act, 2019, is not about taking away citizenship but granting it.

Rahul Gandhi seeks apology from Centre over exam issues

IANS | August 1, 2026 9:59 PM

Chennai, Aug 1 (IANS) Leader of the Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Saturday responded to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks about “forgiving” young protesters, saying that students across India are looking for accountability and reassurance rather than forgiveness.

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Abusive language against PM Modi an insult to India, says All India Imam Organisation chief

Institutional partnerships to strengthen handloom sector, empower weavers: Govt

Prez Murmu flags off inaugural Soldierathon honouring President's Bodyguard, Kargil heroes

PM Modi to launch ‘Nasha Mukta Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyaan’ today

'He can definitely win an Olympic medal', says Selva Prabhu's father after CWG bronze

PM Modi releases Kannada translations of Valmiki Ramayana and stories of Vedanta monks

Rahul Gandhi warns delimitation threatens Tamil Nadu

Cauvery row: Kabini Dam almost full, water must be released, says Shivakumar

CAA grants, not takes away, citizenship: Bengal CM

Rahul Gandhi seeks apology from Centre over exam issues

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