Andhra Pradesh CM, his deputy participate in Tiranga Rally

IANS | May 16, 2025 11:01 PM

Vijayawada, May 14 (IANS) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on Friday participated in a massive Tiranga Rally here to celebrate the Indian Armed Forces' triumphant Operation Sindoor.

Jodhpur’s handicraft furniture selected under 'One District One Product' scheme

IANS | May 16, 2025 10:16 PM

Jodhpur, May 16 (IANS) In a significant move to promote local industries, the Central government has selected Jodhpur’s world-renowned handicraft wooden furniture under the ‘One District One Product’ (ODOP) initiative. The scheme aims to identify and promote a unique product from each district of India, encouraging balanced regional development and strengthening local economies.

K’taka seeks electric buses under PM E-drive, Centre assures support

IANS | May 16, 2025 9:47 PM

Bengaluru, May 16 (IANS) The Union Ministry of Heavy Industries has received a formal proposal from the Government of Karnataka seeking allocation of electric buses under the centrally sponsored PM E-Drive initiative. Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy submitted the state’s request on Friday, citing need for enhanced urban public transport systems in key cities.

500 new e-buses to hit Delhi roads in 2 months: Minister

IANS | May 16, 2025 9:00 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) A many as 500 new e-buses will hit Delhi roads over the next two months, Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh said on Friday. Singh said the Delhi government remains committed to building a modern, eco-friendly public transport system.

Kejriwal ruined careers of youth due to illegal hiring: Delhi BJP chief

IANS | May 16, 2025 7:59 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva on Friday launched an attack on the previous Arvind Kejriwal-led AAP government for ruining careers of thousands of youth by engaging them in unapproved roles in government departments ranging from bus marshals to doctors.