Gujarat: DGTS, CII hold seminar to promote AEO, MOOWR trade facilitation schemes

IANS | June 19, 2026 10:25 PM

Ahmedabad, June 19 (IANS) The Directorate General of Taxpayer Services (DGTS), in association with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Gujarat organised a seminar in Ahmedabad on Friday to increase industry awareness of the Authorised Economic Operators (AEO) programme and the Manufacture and Other Operations in Warehouse Regulations (MOOWR), two key initiatives aimed at facilitating trade and improving business efficiency.

India, Uzbekistan agree to double bilateral trade in next 3 years

IANS | June 19, 2026 9:22 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) India and Uzbekistan on Friday agreed to deepen trade ties, address the issue of non-tariff barriers and work towards doubling bilateral trade in the next three years, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry on Friday.

Over 4,985 free yoga classes active across Gujarat

IANS | June 19, 2026 8:44 PM

Gandhinagar, June 19 (IANS) Ahead of 'International Yoga Day 2026' on June 21, Gujarat has reported a major expansion in yoga participation and training infrastructure, with the state government highlighting what it describes as the "highest number of yoga teachers and organised yoga classes" in the country.

Modi Govt has ensured equitable distribution of welfare benefits: Jitendra Singh

IANS | June 19, 2026 8:24 PM

Chandigarh, June 19 (IANS) Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Dr Jitendra Singh said on Friday that the defining feature of the last 12 years of the Modi Government has been the equitable distribution of welfare benefits to every deserving citizen without discrimination based on caste, creed, religion or considerations of vote-bank politics.

Gifting ancient Indian texts will make India’s knowledge wealth global: Hindi poet Vyomesh Shukla

IANS | June 19, 2026 8:05 PM

Varanasi, June 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s two-nation visit to France and Slovakia was marked not only by diplomatic engagements but also by a showcase of India’s diverse and rich cultural legacy through carefully curated gifts for world leaders.

Thekua makers in Bihar exude pride over PM Modi gifting Bihar's sweet snack to Slovakia's Speaker

IANS | June 19, 2026 7:42 PM

Patna, June 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his recent two-nation visit to Europe gifted 'Thekua' (a popular sweet snack from Bihar) to Ruchard Rasi, the Speaker of Slovakia.

Split within Trinamool ranks reflects politics without principles: Shashi Tharoor

IANS | June 19, 2026 7:04 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Senior Congress leader and MP from Thiruvananthapuram, Shashi Tharoor, expressed his views on the split in the Trinamool Congress in an exclusive interview with IANS. “Look, frankly, I don't think anyone has any very serious doubt that either some inducements, some incentives or some threats have been involved. And that can only come from the ruling party because they have the power,” Tharoor said.

Shocking that temple offerings siphoned away in crores: Shashi Tharoor on Ram Temple donation row (IANS Interview)

IANS | June 19, 2026 6:56 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Friday expressed shock and surprise over the alleged embezzlement of funds at the Ram Janmabhoomi temple in Ayodhya and called it an "utter betrayal of the faith and trust" of crores of Hindus.

Why has PM Modi chosen Tarakeswar to rollout schemes for West Bengal?

Jayanta Gupta | June 19, 2026 6:36 PM

Kolkata, June 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's first programme in West Bengal, when he arrives in the state on Saturday will be at Tarakeswar in the Hooghly district, about 62 km from Kolkata.

'Powerful orator': Shashi Tharoor heaps praise on PM Modi's stint in power (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | June 19, 2026 6:36 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Friday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership as the latter recently became the longest and continuously serving elected head of government in India, while also flagging concerns on "communal divide" and "hollowing out" of constitutional establishments.

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Gujarat: DGTS, CII hold seminar to promote AEO, MOOWR trade facilitation schemes

India, Uzbekistan agree to double bilateral trade in next 3 years

Over 4,985 free yoga classes active across Gujarat

Modi Govt has ensured equitable distribution of welfare benefits: Jitendra Singh

Gifting ancient Indian texts will make India’s knowledge wealth global: Hindi poet Vyomesh Shukla

Thekua makers in Bihar exude pride over PM Modi gifting Bihar's sweet snack to Slovakia's Speaker

Split within Trinamool ranks reflects politics without principles: Shashi Tharoor

Shocking that temple offerings siphoned away in crores: Shashi Tharoor on Ram Temple donation row (IANS Interview)

Why has PM Modi chosen Tarakeswar to rollout schemes for West Bengal?

'Powerful orator': Shashi Tharoor heaps praise on PM Modi's stint in power (IANS Exclusive)

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