UDF aligning with communal forces, defectors won't be accepted: Kerala CM Vijayan (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | March 21, 2026 11:30 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, March 21 (IANS) With Kerala heading to the April 9 Assembly polls, Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has mounted a strong defence of his government's decade-long record, positioning infrastructure expansion, social sector revival, and long-term planning as the cornerstone of the Left’s bid for a third consecutive term.

Centre modifies credit guarantee scheme to bolster MSME manufacturers, exporters

IANS | March 21, 2026 8:44 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) The Centre, on Saturday, introduced major modifications to the Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs (MCGS-MSME), aimed at improving credit access and supporting growth in the micro, small and medium enterprises sector, the Ministry of Finance said.

‘Eyeing third term’: CM Sarma has evolved as popular face for BJP in Assam

IANS | March 21, 2026 8:14 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Among the states going to election next month, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress are in a direct contest only in Assam, where they are the principal constituents of their respective alliances.

Constituency watch: Can CPI(M) defeat Trinamool in Kolkata Port stronghold

IANS | March 21, 2026 8:13 PM

Kolkata, March 21 (IANS) Since 2011, when the erstwhile minority-dominated Garden Reach assembly constituency in the southern outskirts of Kolkata was renamed Kolkata Port, voting has been one-sided in favour of the Trinamool Congress.

PM Modi cradles little Omy, melts hearts across social media

IANS | March 21, 2026 7:00 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) One particularly adorable moment captured PM Modi affectionately holding little Omy in his arms, melting hearts online.

Govt launches carbon market portal at Prakriti 2026 Summit

IANS | March 21, 2026 6:29 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) The Union government, on Saturday, commenced the International Conference on Carbon Markets -- Prakriti 2026 -- bringing together policymakers, industry leaders and global experts to deliberate on carbon markets and climate action.

PM Modi, Delhi CM discuss infrastructure, pollution and development agenda

IANS | March 21, 2026 5:58 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and discussed issues related to the national capital's all-round development, strengthening infrastructure, and the commitment to fulfilling the aspirations of the people.

Mamata calling PM Modi ‘infiltrator’ unacceptable, Calcutta Khilafat Committee must review: Suvendu Adhikari

IANS | March 21, 2026 4:21 PM

Kolkata, March 21 (IANS) Leader of the Opposition in the West Bengal Assembly, Suvendu Adhikari, on Saturday criticised Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for calling Prime Minister Narendra Modi an “infiltrator” during an Eid gathering in Kolkata, stating that such remarks were unacceptable and amounted to misuse of a religious platform.

BJP announces first list of candidates for Puducherry Assembly elections 2026

IANS | March 21, 2026 4:19 PM

Puducherry, March 21 (IANS) The BJP on Saturday released its first list of candidates for the 2026 Puducherry Legislative Assembly elections, signalling the party’s early push to consolidate its position in the Union Territory ahead of the polls.

Threat to energy security part of present-day warfare: Rajnath Singh

IANS | March 21, 2026 3:29 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Saturday that present-day warfare transcends borders, with national security encompassing economic, digital, energy, and even food security.

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UDF aligning with communal forces, defectors won't be accepted: Kerala CM Vijayan (IANS Exclusive)

Centre modifies credit guarantee scheme to bolster MSME manufacturers, exporters

‘Eyeing third term’: CM Sarma has evolved as popular face for BJP in Assam

Constituency watch: Can CPI(M) defeat Trinamool in Kolkata Port stronghold

PM Modi cradles little Omy, melts hearts across social media

Govt launches carbon market portal at Prakriti 2026 Summit

PM Modi, Delhi CM discuss infrastructure, pollution and development agenda

Mamata calling PM Modi ‘infiltrator’ unacceptable, Calcutta Khilafat Committee must review: Suvendu Adhikari

BJP announces first list of candidates for Puducherry Assembly elections 2026

Threat to energy security part of present-day warfare: Rajnath Singh

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