Around 42,000 outsiders entered Manipur since Dec; Biren Singh calls it ‘real and ongoing’

IANS | August 21, 2025 11:37 AM

Imphal, Aug 21 (IANS) Assam Rifles Director General Lieutenant General Vikas Lakhera has stated that around 42,000 individuals have crossed into India from Myanmar since December 2024, and their biometrics have been collected. Former Manipur Chief Minister N. Biren Singh commended the Assam Rifles for their efforts in documenting illegal entrants and emphasised that the influx of outsiders is “real and ongoing.”

UP gears up for 'Hindu Gaurav Diwas' on ex-CM Kalyan Singh's death anniversary

IANS | August 21, 2025 11:20 AM

Aligarh, Aug 21 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh has geared up for 'Hindu Gaurav Diwas' in Aligarh on Thursday to mark the death anniversary of former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and veteran leader Kalyan Singh, popularly known as 'Babuji'.

Delhi CM attack: Security enhanced at Rekha Gupta's residence, CRPF deployed

IANS | August 21, 2025 11:12 AM

New Delhi, Aug 21 (IANS) In the wake of a shocking attack on Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta during a Jan Sunvai event, security at the Chief Minister’s official residence in Civil Lines on Thursday has been significantly increased. A team of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel was deployed to bolster security arrangements.

Nikki Haley cautions Trump amid 50 pc tariff row, says get back India-US ties on track

IANS | August 21, 2025 9:30 AM

Washington, Aug 21 (IANS) As tensions increase between Washington and New Delhi over US tariffs related to India’s purchase of Russian oil, former US Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley has issued a firm warning. She believes the bilateral relationship is at serious risk and called for a course correction, emphasising that strengthening ties with India is crucial if the US aims to counter China's growing global influence.

'Made mark with his pro-people governance', PM Modi greets Arunachal CM Pema Khandu on his birthday

IANS | August 21, 2025 9:22 AM

New Delhi, Aug 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday conveyed his birthday wishes to Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu, praising his governance and commitment to youth welfare.

Monsoon session of Parliament to conclude today

IANS | August 21, 2025 7:14 AM

New Delhi, Aug 21 (IANS) The monsoon session of Parliament is set to conclude on Thursday after running for nearly a month since July 21. The proceedings in both Houses -- the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha -- will reconvene at 11 a.m. for the final sitting of the session.

India, Russia to hold talks tomorrow in Moscow

IANS | August 20, 2025 11:01 PM

Moscow, Aug 20 (IANS) In a key diplomatic engagement aimed at reinforcing the “special privileged strategic partnership” between India and Russia, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar will meet Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow on Thursday (August 21).

Eco-friendly Ganeshas replace PoP idols in Gujarat village’s green festive push

IANS | August 20, 2025 10:25 PM

Sabarkantha, Aug 20 (IANS) With Ganesh Utsav around the corner, a women’s self-help group in Kukadia village of Idar, Sabarkantha, is gaining attention for crafting eco-friendly clay Ganesha idols, offering a sustainable alternative to Plaster of Paris (PoP) idols that harm the environment.

Powered by PM scheme, Saharsa women lead a homegrown food enterprise

IANS | August 20, 2025 10:25 PM

Saharsa (Bihar), Aug 20 (IANS) They say when positive thinking meets hard work, success becomes inevitable. In a heartening tale of innovation rooted in tradition, Basanti Kumari and her mother-in-law Lalita Devi, residents of Ward 24, Patuaha under Saharsa Municipal Corporation, have transformed a humble household skill into a thriving small business—making traditional “bari”.

Cases filed against psephologist Sanjay Kumar for misleading voters on Maha poll data

IANS | August 20, 2025 10:12 PM

Mumbai, Aug 20 (IANS) Two separate cases have been registered against psephologist Sanjay Kumar by the district electoral officers (DEO) of Nashik and Nagpur for allegedly misleading voters with wrong data on the Devlali and Ramtek assembly segments for the Lok Sabha and state assembly elections held in November 2024.

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Around 42,000 outsiders entered Manipur since Dec; Biren Singh calls it ‘real and ongoing’

UP gears up for 'Hindu Gaurav Diwas' on ex-CM Kalyan Singh's death anniversary

Delhi CM attack: Security enhanced at Rekha Gupta's residence, CRPF deployed

Nikki Haley cautions Trump amid 50 pc tariff row, says get back India-US ties on track

'Made mark with his pro-people governance', PM Modi greets Arunachal CM Pema Khandu on his birthday

Monsoon session of Parliament to conclude today

India, Russia to hold talks tomorrow in Moscow

Eco-friendly Ganeshas replace PoP idols in Gujarat village’s green festive push

Powered by PM scheme, Saharsa women lead a homegrown food enterprise

Cases filed against psephologist Sanjay Kumar for misleading voters on Maha poll data

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