Bihar’s ‘Jeevika Didi’ kitchens turn aspirations into reality for thousands of women

IANS | November 1, 2025 8:14 PM

Bihar Sharif, Nov 1 (IANS) The "Jeevika Didi" kitchens in Bihar are doing more than serving meals -- they are changing the lives of women across the state, turning aspirations into reality and empowering them to become self-reliant. From humble beginnings to financial independence, the programme has become a beacon of hope for thousands of women.

Delhi: Cases going unregistered as FIRs to show 'dip in offences'; Police Commissioner expresses concern

Ravi Bhushan Dwivedi | November 1, 2025 7:12 PM

New Delhi, Nov 1 (IANS) Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golchha has expressed serious concern over a growing trend within the department of not converting crime incidents reported to the Police Control Room (PCR) into First Information Reports (FIRs) in an attempt to project lower crime rates.

PM Modi launches veiled attack on Cong over LWE as Chhattisgarh marks 'Silver Jubilee'

IANS | November 1, 2025 6:41 PM

Raipur, Nov 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a veiled yet stinging attack on the Congress, accusing those who "pretend to uphold the Constitution and shed crocodile tears in the name of social justice" of committing decades of injustice for political gain, leaving Chhattisgarh deprived of roads, schools, and hospitals under the shadow of Left-Wing Extremism (LWE).

PM Modi is really nice: Children after meeting at Chhattisgarh's Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani child heart hospital

IANS | November 1, 2025 4:34 PM

Raipur, Nov 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi spent a heartwarming day with children at the Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani Child Heart Hospital in Nava Raipur amid the 'Dil Ki Baat' programme, with around 2,500 children who had undergone life-saving heart surgeries under the ‘Gift of Life’ initiative gathered to meet him.

India criticises 'inaccurate' UN report that its traditional culture endangered

IANS | November 1, 2025 10:10 AM

United Nations, Nov 1 (IANS) India has criticised as "inaccurate" a UN report that made several far-fetched claims to assert "traditional cultural expressions" are under threat in the country, and pointed out that traditional arts, crafts and performances are thriving.

Haryana: 78th Nirankari Sant Samagam in Samalkha draws devotees from 25 countries; over 1 lakh volunteers serve langar

IANS | October 31, 2025 11:55 PM

Samalkha (Haryana), Oct 31 (IANS) A grand spiritual spectacle is underway at the 78th Annual Nirankari Sant Samagam being held at the Sant Nirankari Spiritual Complex along the GT Road in Samalkha, Haryana. Spread over nearly 650 acres, the gathering has drawn devotees from 25 countries, with over one lakh volunteers engaged in managing arrangements and serving in the ongoing 24-hour community kitchen, or langar.

PM Modi inaugurates Rs 1,220 crore development projects at Statue of Unity on eve of National Unity Day

IANS | October 30, 2025 9:46 PM

Ahmedabad, Oct 30 (IANS) On the eve of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day), Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday inaugurated and dedicated development projects worth Rs 1,220 crore at the Statue of Unity complex in Ekta Nagar, Narmada district of Gujarat.

PM Modi flags off 25 new e-buses at Statue of Unity, launches green mobility drive for tourists

IANS | October 30, 2025 7:44 PM

Ahmedabad, Oct 30 (IANS) On the eve of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's 150th birth anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday flagged off 25 newly built electric buses worth Rs 30 crore at the Statue of Unity in Kevadia, Narmada district, as part of a major push towards sustainable tourism and eco-friendly transport.

Sardar Patel’s anniversary: Ekta Nagar prepares to celebrate occasion with National Unity parade

IANS | October 30, 2025 6:43 PM

Ahmedabad, Oct 30 (IANS) The Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, also dubbed as National Unity Day, will be celebrated on October 31, to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and also to honour his role in fostering national and political integration.

Gujarat: Unity parade to feature 10 thematic tableaux from 8 states

IANS | October 30, 2025 4:52 PM

Ahmedabad, Oct 30 (IANS) As the nation commemorates the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, the Iron Man of India and architect of national integration, all eyes are set on Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, home to the world’s tallest statue, the Statue of Unity.

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Bihar’s ‘Jeevika Didi’ kitchens turn aspirations into reality for thousands of women

Delhi: Cases going unregistered as FIRs to show 'dip in offences'; Police Commissioner expresses concern

PM Modi launches veiled attack on Cong over LWE as Chhattisgarh marks 'Silver Jubilee'

PM Modi is really nice: Children after meeting at Chhattisgarh's Sri Sathya Sai Sanjeevani child heart hospital

India criticises 'inaccurate' UN report that its traditional culture endangered

Haryana: 78th Nirankari Sant Samagam in Samalkha draws devotees from 25 countries; over 1 lakh volunteers serve langar

PM Modi inaugurates Rs 1,220 crore development projects at Statue of Unity on eve of National Unity Day

PM Modi flags off 25 new e-buses at Statue of Unity, launches green mobility drive for tourists

Sardar Patel’s anniversary: Ekta Nagar prepares to celebrate occasion with National Unity parade

Gujarat: Unity parade to feature 10 thematic tableaux from 8 states

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