New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday called upon citizens across the country to actively participate in the 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign, describing it as an inspiring initiative that reflects the spirit of collective responsibility and national pride.
Kolkata, Sep 23 (IANS) Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, on Tuesday, blamed the Kolkata civic authorities for "gross inefficiency" after a single night of heavy rain left the city and its adjoining areas submerged. At least seven people have been electrocuted after coming in contact with live wires in flooded localities.
Rabat, Sep 23 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh discussed steps for deepening partnerships in key sectors, including defence, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals, with Morocco’s Minister of Trade Ryad Mezzour on Tuesday in Rabat, an official said.
New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) As Ayushman Bharat marks seven years since its launch, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted that India is experiencing a revolution in public healthcare. He added that the initiative anticipated future needs and aimed to provide high-quality and affordable healthcare for the people.
New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Muslim cleric Shahabuddin Razvi on Tuesday criticised Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's order permitting the use of loudspeakers and public address systems till midnight during Ramlila, Durga Puja, and Dussehra celebrations, arguing that it contradicts the Supreme Court's directions on noise restrictions.
Sitapur (Uttar Pradesh), Sep 23 (IANS) Senior Samajwadi Party (SP) leader and former Uttar Pradesh Minister Mohammad Azam Khan was released from Sitapur jail on Tuesday after remaining behind bars for nearly 23 months.
Lucknow, Sep 23 (IANS) Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday tore into the BJP over its claims on Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms, accusing its leaders of “setting a world record in lying through their teeth.”
New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) A fresh political row has erupted over the Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms, with senior Congress leader Mani Shankar Aiyar accusing the Central government of ignoring key reform recommendations and hurting small traders, while the BJP leaders hit back, claiming the GST has brought widespread relief and savings for the public.
Washington, Sep 23 (IANS) A Texas Republican leader has stirred controversy over remarks he made about a 90-foot statue of Lord Hanuman, installed in Sugar Land, Texas, known as the 'Statue of Union', which stands on the premises of the Shri Ashtalakshmi Temple and is one of the tallest Hindu monuments in the US.
New Delhi, Sep 23 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings on the occasion of the second day of the Shardiya Navratri, dedicated to Goddess Brahmacharini, and prayed for the courage and restraint of all the devotees.
