PM SVANidhi scheme empowers street vendors in Chamoli; over 600 beneficiaries improve livelihoods

IANS | August 25, 2025 10:31 PM

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), Aug 25 (IANS) Under the Prime Minister’s Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Scheme, affordable loans are provided to street vendors and small traders in cities to help them restart and expand their businesses. This initiative has greatly benefited those who earn their livelihood by selling goods on sidewalks and streets.

PM Modi unveils development projects worth Rs 5,400 crore in Ahmedabad (Lead)

IANS | August 25, 2025 10:15 PM

Ahmedabad, Aug 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated, laid the foundation stone, and dedicated development projects worth Rs 5,400 crore in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

Farmer suicides reduced by 50 pc during NDA rule compared to UPA era: RTI

IANS | August 25, 2025 9:44 PM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) In a country where the slogan ‘Jai Jawan Jai Kisan’ echoes through political speeches and patriotic songs, a grim reality persists in the fields as farmers continue to take their own lives in staggering numbers.

Swami Rambhadracharya clarifies remarks: 'Premanand Maharaj is like a son to me, I did not insult him'

IANS | August 25, 2025 9:38 PM

Chitrakoot, Aug 25 (IANS) Spiritual guru Swami Rambhadracharya, on Monday, issued a clarification after facing backlash from the saint community over his remarks about renowned saint Premanand Maharaj.

Nation first, welfare should top agenda of elected representatives: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

IANS | August 25, 2025 9:35 PM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday highlighted the principle of nation first, adding that the foremost duty of every elected representative must be public welfare and national interest.

India is mother of democracy, fulfilling its dreams our duty: Union Minister Scindia

IANS | August 25, 2025 9:17 PM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) At a solemn ceremony held at the Delhi Legislative Assembly on Monday, Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya Scindia said: "India is the mother of democracy, and realising its dreams is our responsibility."

From Mumbai 26/11 to Pahalgam: Tourism, terror and turf wars fuel ISI’s strategy

Vicky Nanjappa | August 25, 2025 8:51 PM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS) When the Pahalgam attack took place, it became amply clear that Pakistan wanted to disrupt tourism in Jammu and Kashmir and hurt its economy. Post the abrogation of Article 370, J&K witnessed several positive changes, and key among them was the thriving tourism industry.

PM Modi urges ‘Swadeshi Mantra’, promises GST reform gift by Diwali

IANS | August 25, 2025 8:37 PM

Ahmedabad, Aug 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday used his public address in Nikol, Ahmedabad, to strongly pitch for self-reliance and indigenous products, declaring that the road to a developed India lies in “Swadeshi”.

PM Modi talks about Operation Sindoor’s success in Gujarat; vows to protect farmers and small entrepreneurs

IANS | August 25, 2025 7:49 PM

Ahmedabad, Aug 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on a two-day visit to his home state Gujarat, spoke about India’s rising military prowess, in a direct reference to Operation Sindoor and pledged to protect the interests of farmers and small-time entrepreneurs.

Commoners' out-of-pocket healthcare expenses came down drastically: Health Minister JP Nadda

IANS | August 25, 2025 7:28 PM

Jabalpur, Aug 25 (IANS) Out-of-pocket healthcare spending of common man in India has plummeted -- from 62 per cent to just 32 per cent -- a shift Union Health Minister J.P. Nadda attributed to sweeping systemic reforms initiated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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PM SVANidhi scheme empowers street vendors in Chamoli; over 600 beneficiaries improve livelihoods

PM Modi unveils development projects worth Rs 5,400 crore in Ahmedabad (Lead)

Farmer suicides reduced by 50 pc during NDA rule compared to UPA era: RTI

Swami Rambhadracharya clarifies remarks: 'Premanand Maharaj is like a son to me, I did not insult him'

Nation first, welfare should top agenda of elected representatives: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

India is mother of democracy, fulfilling its dreams our duty: Union Minister Scindia

From Mumbai 26/11 to Pahalgam: Tourism, terror and turf wars fuel ISI’s strategy

PM Modi urges ‘Swadeshi Mantra’, promises GST reform gift by Diwali

PM Modi talks about Operation Sindoor’s success in Gujarat; vows to protect farmers and small entrepreneurs

Commoners' out-of-pocket healthcare expenses came down drastically: Health Minister JP Nadda

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