Survivors recall horror as Gambhira-Mujpur bridge collapses in Gujarat’s Vadodara

IANS | July 9, 2025 2:58 PM

Vadodara, July 9 (IANS) Tragedy struck Gujarat’s Vadodara district when a portion of the Gambhira-Mujpur bridge in Padra taluka collapsed, plunging several vehicles into the Mahisagar (Mahi) River. Even as nine people died in the tragedy that left scores injured, survivors of the mishap on Wednesday recounted the terrifying moments when the bridge suddenly gave way beneath them.

‘Maharashtra Model’ being repeated in Bihar to steal elections: LoP Gandhi

IANS | July 9, 2025 2:33 PM

Patna, July 9 (IANS) Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the Centre and the Election Commission of India, alleging that the Maharashtra model of “stealing elections” is now being implemented in Bihar.

To save democracy: Oppn leaders on 'Bihar Bandh’ over voter list revision ahead of Assembly polls

IANS | July 9, 2025 1:01 PM

New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) The Opposition-led Mahagathbandhan on Wednesday called for a statewide 'Bihar Bandh' on what it termed a move "to save democracy." The Opposition has been protesting against the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls by the Election Commission of India (ECI) just ahead of the Assembly polls in Bihar.

Nationwide strike by trade unions in protest against Centre's 'anti-labour' policies

IANS | July 9, 2025 10:11 AM

New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) A nationwide strike is underway on Wednesday, following a call by ten trade unions to protest against the Centre's alleged "anti-worker, anti-farmer, and pro-corporate" labour policies.

When PM Modi was welcomed at Brasilia's Alvorada Palace with an Indian devotional song

IANS | July 9, 2025 6:32 AM

New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi was welcomed with a special performance of Ram Bhajan at Brasilia's Alvorada Palace besides the grand ceremonial welcome ahead of the official talks with President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

PM Modi leaves for Namibia after wrapping up 'productive visit' to Brazil

IANS | July 9, 2025 3:29 AM

New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has emplaned for Namibia -- the final stop of his five-nation visit -- after wrapping up his State Visit to Brasilia where he met Brazil President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and also attended the 17th BRICS Summit in the Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro.

Bihar: Women in Sheikhpura become 'Aatmanirbhar' through Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana

IANS | July 9, 2025 12:32 AM

Sheikhpura, July 9 (IANS) The women in Bihar's Sheikhpura are becoming self-reliant with the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) launched by the Narendra Modi-led Union government.

MNS’ 2024 rout: Rhetoric roared, votes vanished

IANS | July 9, 2025 12:20 AM

Mumbai, July 9 (IANS) A retrospective look at the 2024 Maharashtra Assembly election results reveals a crushing blow to Raj Thackeray’s Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS), underscoring a stark disconnect between the party’s vocal street presence and its dwindling electoral relevance.

Modi govt made equality a reality, not just a promise, says BJP

IANS | July 8, 2025 11:03 PM

New Delhi, July 8 (IANS) The BJP on Tuesday admired the World Bank report highlighting India’s progress in reducing income inequality under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.

Brazil confers its highest honour on PM Modi

IANS | July 8, 2025 10:42 PM

Brasilia, July 8 (IANS) Brazil conferred its highest honour, the Grand Collar of the National Order of the Southern Cross, on Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his ongoing State Visit to the country on Tuesday.

Politics

Survivors recall horror as Gambhira-Mujpur bridge collapses in Gujarat’s Vadodara

‘Maharashtra Model’ being repeated in Bihar to steal elections: LoP Gandhi

To save democracy: Oppn leaders on 'Bihar Bandh’ over voter list revision ahead of Assembly polls

Nationwide strike by trade unions in protest against Centre's 'anti-labour' policies

When PM Modi was welcomed at Brasilia's Alvorada Palace with an Indian devotional song

PM Modi leaves for Namibia after wrapping up 'productive visit' to Brazil

Bihar: Women in Sheikhpura become 'Aatmanirbhar' through Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana

MNS’ 2024 rout: Rhetoric roared, votes vanished

Modi govt made equality a reality, not just a promise, says BJP

Brazil confers its highest honour on PM Modi

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