BJP distances itself from party MPs' remarks on judiciary

IANS | April 20, 2025 12:28 AM

New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has disassociated itself from the remarks made by two of its Members of Parliament (MPs) -- Nishikant Dubey and Dinesh Sharma -- regarding the judiciary and the Chief Justice of India.

Congress to kick off ‘Samvidhan Bachao’ campaign as it battles ED heat in Herald case

IANS | April 19, 2025 9:55 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) The Congress on Saturday announced to launch major nationwide ‘Samvidhan Bachao’ (Save the Constitution) campaign to “safeguard constitutional values and promote social justice”, amidst growing concerns over the alleged misuse of central agencies, particularly the Enforcement Directorate (ED), and the ongoing National Herald case.

'From Rs 1,500 to Rs 150': How Rajouri's Jan Aushadhi Kendra is saving lives and wallets

IANS | April 19, 2025 8:51 PM

Rajouri, April 19 (IANS) The Jan Aushadhi Kendra at the GMC Associated Hospital in Rajouri has become a crucial pillar of support for the local population and migrant workers alike. Functioning under the Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP), the government-run pharmacy Jan Aushadhi Kendra is now serving over 500 to 600 people daily, offering quality generic medicines at prices up to 90 per cent lower than those found in private pharmacies.

No debate on Article 142, decision entirely in court’s domain: Ex-SC judge Ajay Rastogi

IANS | April 19, 2025 7:13 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) Supreme Court's retired judge Ajay Rastogi on Saturday virtually disagreed with Rajya Sabha Chairman and Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s ‘nuclear missile’ remark about Article 142 and its alleged misuse, saying the decision to use the inherent powers under the Article lies entirely in the domain of the court.

J&K: 2,300 solar pumps installed under PM-KUSUM scheme, target set at 5,000

IANS | April 19, 2025 6:45 PM

Jammu, April 19 (IANS) As part of efforts to promote renewable energy and support farmers in remote areas, the Jammu and Kashmir Energy Development Agency (JAKEDA) has successfully installed 2,300 solar pumps under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) scheme, with a target to install 5,000 pumps in the near future.

Rahul Gandhi says Nehru's 'pursuit of truth' inspires his political journey

IANS | April 19, 2025 6:40 PM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has opened up about the deeper motivations behind his political path, revealing that his inspiration comes not from a quest for power but from a lineage of leaders committed to truth -- most notably his great-grandfather, Jawaharlal Nehru.