Ramgiri Maharaj extends birthday wishes to PM Modi, calls for law on 'Gau Seva'

IANS | September 17, 2025 7:49 PM

Mumbai, Sep 17 (IANS) On the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 75th birthday, Mahant Ramgiri Maharaj on Wednesday extended heartfelt wishes on behalf of the entire sant community. The Mahant praised PM Modi's commitment to traditional Indian values, especially his dedication to cow protection, and urged the central government to introduce a national law mandating 'Gau Seva (care of cows)' across the country.

Madhya Pradesh: 75 people donate blood in Singrauli to mark PM Modi’s 75th birthday

IANS | September 17, 2025 5:26 PM

Singrauli (Madhya Pradesh), Sep 17 (IANS) On Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 75th birthday, a large-scale blood donation camp was organised on Wednesday at the District Hospital and Trauma Centre in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh. The event saw enthusiastic participation from citizens and officials alike, with 75 people donating blood.

Country fortunate to have leader like him: Mallika Nadda wishes PM Modi on 75th birthday

IANS | September 17, 2025 5:20 PM

Bilaspur, Sep 17 (IANS) Warm wishes, and heartfelt tributes continue to pour in from across the nation as Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrates his 75th birthday. Among those who extended greetings on Wednesday was Dr Mallika Nadda, President of Special Olympics Bharat and wife of BJP National President Jagat Prakash Nadda. Dr Mallika Nadda expressed deep admiration and respect for the Prime Minister and said the country is fortunate to have a leader like him.

GST rate cuts to result in Rs 2 lakh crore saving for consumers: Sitharaman

IANS | September 17, 2025 4:31 PM

Visakhapatnam, Sep 17 (IANS) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday said that the reduction in tax rates on goods and services as part of the GST 2.0 reforms would result in a saving of Rs 2 lakh crore for consumers, leaving more money in the hands of the common people for savings or discretionary spending.

PM Modi’s push for UNSC reform and the road ahead

IANS | September 17, 2025 4:27 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) UN Security Council (UNSC) reform, being at the centre of discussions at the General Assembly (UNGA) this year, can largely be attributed to the relentless efforts made by the Global South, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at its centre.

Hosur in TN's Krishnagiri district to turn garbage hotspots into green spaces

IANS | September 17, 2025 4:13 PM

Chennai, Sep 17 (IANS) Hosur City Municipal Corporation (HCMC) in Tamil Nadu's Krishnagiri district has launched a major initiative to transform garbage dumping spots across the city into litter-free and green zones, in a bid to improve urban aesthetics and strengthen solid waste management.