Use space tech, involve public: PM Modi’s advice on Yamuna cleaning

IANS | April 17, 2025 7:51 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) Calling for the use of technology, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday reviewed Yamuna cleaning, taking a big step towards fulfilling his promise of personally monitoring the rejuvenation of the holy river and delivering a memorable experience to Chhath devotees.

Patel's alarm, Nehru's ‘dismissal’: The origins of the National Herald storm

IANS | April 17, 2025 6:35 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) A series of letters exchanged between Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and Jawaharlal Nehru in May 1950, as documented in the book Sardar Patel’s Correspondence, suggest that Patel expressed concerns to Nehru regarding the use of the ‘National Herald’ for fundraising purposes. These letters indicate that Patel cautioned Nehru about “the potential misuse of government influence in financial dealings” and advised against accepting contributions from “questionable” sources.

'How come a category beyond law has secured immunity', VP Dhankhar raises questions in judges cash row case

IANS | April 17, 2025 4:04 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Thursday expressed dismay at the turn of events following the incident of a large amount of cash allegedly found at the Delhi residence of a High Court judge. He questioned the constitutional validity of the Supreme Court-appointed Commission probing the case, and also said the Constitution has accorded immunity from prosecution only to the President and Governors, and there cannot be a category beyond that.