SEBI slashes minimum investment in social impact funds to Rs 1,000

IANS | April 20, 2026 7:47 PM

Mumbai, April 20 (IANS) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has drastically slashed the minimum investment requirement for individual investors in social impact funds to Rs 1,000 in order to lower the barrier for entry from the Rs 2 lakh level that was in place until now, with the aim of increasing retail participation on the Social Stock Exchange (SSE).

PM Modi's snack moment sends jhalmuri searches to two-decade-high

IANS | April 20, 2026 7:20 PM

New Delhi, April 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi's brief 'snack break' during election campaigning in poll-bound West Bengal on April 19 has taken social media by storm, with photos and videos of him relishing a local street snack and interacting with a vendor drawing massive engagement.

‘Symbol of unparalleled valour, wisdom’: PM Modi extends wishes on Parshuram Jayanti

IANS | April 19, 2026 10:11 AM

New Delhi, April 19 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended greetings on the occasion of Parshuram Jayanti, highlighting the values of justice, truth, and inner strength associated with Lord Parshuram.

Grassroot reservation in governance must to create equal opportunities: Lt Gen (retd) Madhuri Kanitkar (IANS Exclusive)

IANS | April 18, 2026 7:00 PM

New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) Lieutenant General Madhuri Kanitkar, a retired General Officer in the Indian Army and the third woman to achieve a Three-star rank, on Saturday mentioned reservation as "necessary from the grassroot" when it comes to civil organisations or governance. She termed it as important since according to her "equal opportunities are not provided in these sectors".

U'khand CM Dhami flags off Char Dham Yatra; extensive arrangements in place for devotees

IANS | April 18, 2026 4:39 PM

New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday flagged off the annual Char Dham Yatra from the Char Dham Yatra Transit Camp in Rishikesh, marking the formal commencement of one of the most sacred pilgrimages in Sanatan Dharma. The Chief Minister interacted with devotees, extended his greetings, and wished them a safe and spiritually fulfilling journey.

Women Oppn MPs disapprove 'linking' of Women's Reservation and Delimitation Bills

IANS | April 17, 2026 4:41 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) Amid the ongoing debate in the Parliament, women MPs from the Opposition on Friday voiced their disagreement over the Centre's move to pass the Women's Reservation Bill and the Delimitation Bill during the three-day extended Budget session, alleging that both the measures were being "linked" together for the BJP's "benefit".

CM Dhami makes surprise site visit to inspect CM Helpline plaint response; pulls up officials

IANS | April 17, 2026 3:55 PM

Dehradun, April 17 (IANS) In a strong message on accountability, Uttarakhand Chief Minister, Pushkar Singh Dhami, on Friday made a surprise visit to personally verify a public complaint registered on the CM Helpline and expressed displeasure over negligence in execution of work.

Global tech layoffs hit 80,000 in Q1, tally may cross 3 lakh this year: Report

IANS | April 17, 2026 3:29 PM

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) Global tech layoffs are accelerating in 2026, with more than 80,000 jobs already cut in the first quarter and total losses likely to exceed 3 lakh this year, led by companies like Oracle, Amazon, and Meta, according to a report.

Lack of funds hinder free treatment of cancer patients in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

IANS | April 17, 2026 1:44 PM

Islamabad, April 17 (IANS) Free treatment of cancer patients at three major medical teaching institutions of Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has been hampered due to lack of funds, local media reported on Friday, citing officials.

Kangana Ranaut calls PM Modi 'flag bearer of feminism' during LS debate

IANS | April 16, 2026 10:17 PM

New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Kangana Ranaut on Thursday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a Lok Sabha debate, describing him as a leading advocate of women's empowerment in India and asserting that many in the country view his leadership as transformative in advancing gender equality.

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SEBI slashes minimum investment in social impact funds to Rs 1,000

PM Modi's snack moment sends jhalmuri searches to two-decade-high

‘Symbol of unparalleled valour, wisdom’: PM Modi extends wishes on Parshuram Jayanti

Grassroot reservation in governance must to create equal opportunities: Lt Gen (retd) Madhuri Kanitkar (IANS Exclusive)

U'khand CM Dhami flags off Char Dham Yatra; extensive arrangements in place for devotees

Women Oppn MPs disapprove 'linking' of Women's Reservation and Delimitation Bills

CM Dhami makes surprise site visit to inspect CM Helpline plaint response; pulls up officials

Global tech layoffs hit 80,000 in Q1, tally may cross 3 lakh this year: Report

Lack of funds hinder free treatment of cancer patients in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Kangana Ranaut calls PM Modi 'flag bearer of feminism' during LS debate

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