Govt allows Gulf airlines to carry cargo in passenger planes to keep supply chains going

IANS | April 7, 2026 8:52 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) The government has granted special permission to foreign carriers such as Emirates, Kuwait Airways, and Jazeera Airways to operate passenger aircraft for all-cargo services to ensure seamless continuity of critical cargo movement despite the ongoing disruptions due to the Iran war, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Civil Aviation on Tuesday.

'Will boost morale', 'bring gender equality': Female professionals welcome Women's Reservation Bill

IANS | April 7, 2026 8:00 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Women professionals from various fields across the country, on Tuesday, welcomed the Women's Reservation Bill that proposes 33 per cent reservation for women leaders in the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies.

PM SHRI scheme transforms school education system in Jharkhand's Sahibganj

IANS | April 7, 2026 7:49 PM

Sahibganj (Jharkhand), April 7 (IANS) The Union government's ambitious PM SHRI Schools scheme is bringing a visible transformation in government schools, with Jharkhand's Sahibganj district emerging as a notable example of this change. The Mirzachauki PM SHRI High School in the district has witnessed a remarkable upgrade in infrastructure, teaching methods, and student engagement after being selected under the scheme.

Western Regional Conference will shape agriculture’s future: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

IANS | April 7, 2026 7:43 PM

Jaipur, April 7 (IANS) Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, emphasised that agriculture is the backbone of India, with farmers representing the soul of the nation.

J&K: Common facility centre transforms artisans' lives, bamboo industry gains new identity

IANS | April 7, 2026 7:42 PM

Jammu, April 7 (IANS) A unique blend of traditional craftsmanship and modern technology is unfolding in the Samba district of Jammu and Kashmir, benefiting over 250 families associated with bamboo craftsmanship for generations.

From mud huts to concrete homes: PM-JANMAN scheme transforms lives of Baiga Tribe

IANS | April 7, 2026 7:41 PM

Bhopal, April 7 (IANS) The PM-JANMAN Awas Yojana launched by the government of India in November 2023, has brought decisive change in the lives of Baiga, Sahariya, and Bharia tribal communities, centered in remote areas of Shahdol district, by providing them with permanent and concrete houses.

Illicit cigarette trade drains Pakistan’s revenue by Rs 300 bn: Report

IANS | April 7, 2026 6:57 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Large-scale tax evasion in Pakistan's tobacco sector, resulting in estimated annual losses of over Rs 300 billion, has emerged as a major concern amid the country's worsening fiscal stress, according to a local media report.

PM Modi discusses post-Maoism plans for Bastar with Chhattisgarh CM

IANS | April 7, 2026 6:21 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai met Prime Minister Narendra Modi here on Tuesday and presented a forward-looking vision for the next phase of Bastar’s development in the post-Maoism era, an official said.

Skill as source of livelihood: PM Vishwakarma Yojana changes fortunes of Damoh youths

IANS | April 7, 2026 6:16 PM

Bhopal, April 7 (IANS) For the youth of Damoh in Madhya Pradesh, the Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana has emerged as more than just a government scheme.

MP: Pravin Togadia joins Bhojshala satyagraha, demands restoration of Goddess Vagdevi idol

IANS | April 7, 2026 6:13 PM

Dhar, April 7 (IANS) National President of the Antarrashtriya Hindu Parishad (International Hindu Council), Pravin Togadia, visited the disputed Bhojshala-Kamal Maula Mosque complex in Dhar on Tuesday amid an ongoing satyagraha by the Hindu community.

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Govt allows Gulf airlines to carry cargo in passenger planes to keep supply chains going

'Will boost morale', 'bring gender equality': Female professionals welcome Women's Reservation Bill

PM SHRI scheme transforms school education system in Jharkhand's Sahibganj

Western Regional Conference will shape agriculture’s future: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

J&K: Common facility centre transforms artisans' lives, bamboo industry gains new identity

From mud huts to concrete homes: PM-JANMAN scheme transforms lives of Baiga Tribe

Illicit cigarette trade drains Pakistan’s revenue by Rs 300 bn: Report

PM Modi discusses post-Maoism plans for Bastar with Chhattisgarh CM

Skill as source of livelihood: PM Vishwakarma Yojana changes fortunes of Damoh youths

MP: Pravin Togadia joins Bhojshala satyagraha, demands restoration of Goddess Vagdevi idol

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