Bihar’s Makhana gains global recognition as first sea shipment reaches Canada

IANS | July 31, 2026 11:24 PM

Purnia, July 31 (IANS) India has achieved a major milestone in agricultural exports by dispatching its first sea-based shipment of Bihar’s renowned Makhana (fox nuts) to Canada. The consignment of seven metric tonnes marks a significant step towards placing Bihar’s premium farm produce on the global map and strengthening the country’s value-added agricultural exports.

Gujarat rains: CM conducts late-night review; over 16,500 evacuated

IANS | July 31, 2026 11:19 PM

Gandhinagar, July 31 (IANS) Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel made a surprise late-night visit to the State Emergency Operations Centre (SEOC) on Friday to review the state's preparedness as forecasts indicated the possibility of a red alert in 10 districts on Saturday.

Tahir Hussain’s life term exposes AAP’s criminal face: Delhi BJP chief

IANS | July 31, 2026 9:50 PM

New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) Delhi BJP President Harsh Malhotra on Friday welcomed a city court's decision to sentence the then AAP municipal councillor Tahir Hussain to a life term in a murder case linked to the 2020 communal riots, saying that the verdict has exposed the real criminal face of the Arvind Kejriwal-led party.

Adani Group Chairman donates Rs 11 crore to Assam Flood Relief Fund: CM Sarma

IANS | July 31, 2026 9:23 PM

Guwahati, July 31 (IANS) Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani has contributed Rs 11 crore to the Assam Chief Minister's Relief Fund to support relief and rehabilitation efforts for people affected by the devastating floods that have hit several parts of the state, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said on Friday.

J&K: Agri Dept begins crop loss assessment in Rajouri, farmers’ compensation soon

IANS | July 31, 2026 9:08 PM

Jammu, July 31 (IANS) In a major relief initiative for farmers affected by the recent flash floods and incessant rainfall, the Agriculture Department in Rajouri has launched an extensive district-wide survey to assess large-scale damage to agricultural land and standing crops.

Chhattisgarh: PMMVY scheme provides vital support to pregnant women in Balrampur

IANS | July 31, 2026 9:08 PM

New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY), a landmark initiative of the government to safeguard mothers and infants, is providing nutritional and financial assistance to pregnant and lactating women in Chhattisgarh’s Balrampur district.

'Reinforced faith in Justice': BJP after Tahir Hussain sentenced to life imprisonment

IANS | July 31, 2026 9:07 PM

New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday welcomed the life imprisonment awarded to former Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) councillor Tahir Hussain, saying that the verdict has "reinforced faith in justice".

'Govt working towards our welfare': Farmers on Cabinet's decision to continue PM-KISAN scheme

IANS | July 31, 2026 9:04 PM

Hansi (Haryana), July 31 (IANS) Farmers in Haryana's Hansi on Friday expressed their gratitude after Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Union Cabinet approved the continuation of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) Scheme from 2026–27 to 2030–31 with a total outlay of Rs 3.15 lakh crore, asserting that the government is working in their interests.

'Unfortunate if highest democratic institution insults scientist': Senior academics on Priyanka's Kamakoti remark

IANS | July 31, 2026 8:23 PM

New Delhi, July 31 (INS) Senior academics on Friday criticised Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra's "gaumutra expert" remark aimed at IIT Madras Director V. Kamakoti, calling the "insult to the scientist" as "unfortunate".

Hindu organisations, seers denounce using saffron attire in Parliament protest

IANS | July 31, 2026 8:02 PM

New Delhi, July 31 (IANS) Hindu seers, priests, and others, including the Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP), have denounced the spectacle by some Opposition MPs on Friday at Parliament’s Makar Dwar that tried to enact alleged theft from Ayodhya’s Ram Temple donations, calling it an insult to religious sentiments.

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Bihar’s Makhana gains global recognition as first sea shipment reaches Canada

Gujarat rains: CM conducts late-night review; over 16,500 evacuated

Tahir Hussain’s life term exposes AAP’s criminal face: Delhi BJP chief

Adani Group Chairman donates Rs 11 crore to Assam Flood Relief Fund: CM Sarma

J&K: Agri Dept begins crop loss assessment in Rajouri, farmers’ compensation soon

Chhattisgarh: PMMVY scheme provides vital support to pregnant women in Balrampur

'Reinforced faith in Justice': BJP after Tahir Hussain sentenced to life imprisonment

'Govt working towards our welfare': Farmers on Cabinet's decision to continue PM-KISAN scheme

'Unfortunate if highest democratic institution insults scientist': Senior academics on Priyanka's Kamakoti remark

Hindu organisations, seers denounce using saffron attire in Parliament protest

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