Srikant Barik's inspiring journey: From roadside barber to salon owner, thanks to Mudra Yojana

IANS | April 8, 2025 8:31 PM

Angul (Odisha), April 8 (IANS) In the tranquil village of Chheliapada in Angul district, Odisha, a remarkable transformation is unfolding -- one that has brought hope and inspiration to the local community. Srikant Barik, who once had a modest roadside salon, has now made progress. He has now become a successful entrepreneur, all thanks to the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), a flagship initiative by Prime Minister Narendra Modi aimed at empowering small entrepreneurs with easy access to credit.

10 yrs of Mudra Yojana: Beneficiaries who met PM Modi, share stories of 'dreams turning into reality'

IANS | April 8, 2025 7:50 PM

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with several beneficiaries on the occasion of 10 years of Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) at his official residence.

PMMY beneficiaries in Jharkhand getting loans at very low interest rates, thank govt

IANS | April 8, 2025 7:47 PM

Ranchi, April 8 (IANS) As the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) celebrates its 10th anniversary, the countless beneficiaries from underprivileged backgrounds, across the country, are coming forward to share how it has transformed their lives and businesses.

BJP leader Shakuntala Bharti refutes FIR, explains Ram Navami Yatra route change as safety measure

IANS | April 8, 2025 7:43 PM

Aligarh, April 8 (IANS) BJP leader and former mayor Shakuntala Bharti, along with senior members of the Durga Maharani Mandir Sewa Samiti, has been booked for allegedly violating police guidelines by altering the traditional route of the Kaali Mela Shobha Yatra on Ram Navami.

Waqf Amendment Act comes into force, Centre issues gazette notification

IANS | April 8, 2025 7:39 PM

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, officially came into effect on Tuesday following a Gazette notification issued by the Central Government.

PMMY giving wings to beneficiaries' dreams, making them financially self-reliant in MP

IANS | April 8, 2025 7:32 PM

Bhopal, April 8 (IANS) As the nation celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), the transformative stories of countless beneficiaries from underprivileged backgrounds across the country are gaining widespread attention.

Locals express gratitude as Rajouri–Poonch highway, Bathuni bridge work progresses

IANS | April 8, 2025 5:13 PM

Rajouri, April 8 (IANS) Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) is making significant strides in upgrading the crucial Jammu–Rajouri–Poonch Highway.

Pune woman death case: Aaditya Thackeray demands action against Dinanath Mangeshkar Hospital

IANS | April 8, 2025 5:08 PM

Mumbai, April 8 (IANS) Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray on Tuesday targeted the Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis-led MahaYuti government over the death of a pregnant woman, Tanisha Bhise, in Dinanath Mangeshkar Hospital at Pune for alleged denial of treatment after demanding a deposit of Rs 10 lakh.

KTR slams Centre over LPG price hike, silence on US tariffs

IANS | April 8, 2025 4:56 PM

Hyderabad, April 8 (IANS) Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K. T. Rama Rao has slammed the Central government for the hike in the prices of petroleum products and its silence on the tariff imposed by the United States.

ONOE will save time, money & resources: Former Tripura CM

IANS | April 8, 2025 4:49 PM

Agartala, April 8 (IANS) Former Tripura Chief Minister and Lok Sabha Member Biplab Kumar Deb on Tuesday strongly defended the ‘One Nation, One Election’ (ONOE) Bill, saying that the initiative would bring significant savings in time, money, and resources.

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Srikant Barik's inspiring journey: From roadside barber to salon owner, thanks to Mudra Yojana

10 yrs of Mudra Yojana: Beneficiaries who met PM Modi, share stories of 'dreams turning into reality'

PMMY beneficiaries in Jharkhand getting loans at very low interest rates, thank govt

BJP leader Shakuntala Bharti refutes FIR, explains Ram Navami Yatra route change as safety measure

Waqf Amendment Act comes into force, Centre issues gazette notification

PMMY giving wings to beneficiaries' dreams, making them financially self-reliant in MP

Locals express gratitude as Rajouri–Poonch highway, Bathuni bridge work progresses

Pune woman death case: Aaditya Thackeray demands action against Dinanath Mangeshkar Hospital

KTR slams Centre over LPG price hike, silence on US tariffs

ONOE will save time, money & resources: Former Tripura CM

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