Devendra Fadnavis reveals inside story of 2014 Shiv Sena-BJP alliance breakup

IANS | March 25, 2025 1:06 AM

Mumbai, March 25 (IANS) In a major revelation, Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis shared the inside story of the dramatic fallout between Shiv Sena and BJP in 2014. Speaking at the felicitation ceremony of Sikkim Governor Om Prakash Mathur, Fadnavis, for the first time opened up about the negotiations and the factors that led to the breakdown of the alliance.

PM Modi applauds citizens' engagement as 'Mann Ki Baat' inputs pour in ahead of March 30 broadcast

IANS | March 24, 2025 9:59 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s call for citizens to share their inputs for the upcoming 'Mann Ki Baat' radio broadcast on March 30 has garnered an overwhelming response from people across the country. The appeal made on the MyGov platform and NaMo App, has led to a large number of submissions by people in what shows increasing enthusiasm among the public for this popular programme. This showcases the widespread public participation in the initiative.

Delhi Speaker tells Chief Secretary to ensure action is taken on CAG findings

IANS | March 24, 2025 8:05 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) Calling for greater accountability and transparency, Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta on Monday warned officials not to ignore findings of CAG reports and religiously file action taken notes (ATNs), a practice that was given up during the 10-year rule of the AAP government.

Jal Jeevan Mission transforms lives in Jodhpur: 700 families now enjoy clean, drinking water

IANS | March 24, 2025 6:56 PM

Jodhpur, March 24 (IANS) In the arid landscape of Rajasthan's Jodhpur, the 'Jal Jeevan Mission Yojana' has brought a transformative change, improving the lives of hundreds of families. The mission, aimed at providing “water to every home,” is making a real difference in Khokhariya Gram Panchayat, where around 700 families now benefit from easy access to clean drinking water.

HM Shah, DoNER Minister Scindia greet Assam Rifles on its Raising Day

IANS | March 24, 2025 5:54 PM

Shillong, March 24 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah, DoNER Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Governors and Chief Ministers of several northeastern states have extended their heartfelt greetings to the Assam Rifles personnel and their family members on the occasion of 190th Raising Day on Monday.