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Varanasi weavers thriving with help of PM Modi govt schemes, beneficiaries call it 'Sanjeevani Booti'

IANS | April 15, 2025 8:53 PM

Varanasi, April 15 (IANS) The timeless looms of Varanasi are weaving more than just Banarasi sarees these days - they're spinning stories of revival, self-reliance, and economic empowerment. Thanks to a series of schemes launched by the Narendra Modi-led Central government, particularly after 2014, Varanasi's weavers and textile entrepreneurs are experiencing a resurgence many describe as nothing short of a "Sanjeevani Booti" — a lifeline that resurrected a dying craft.

Arjun Kapoor reveals his first love was filmmaking

IANS | April 15, 2025 4:21 PM

Mumbai, April 15 (IANS) Before capturing hearts on the big screen, actor Arjun Kapoor had an entirely different dream — one that placed him behind the camera rather than in front of it.

Delhi: BJP hits out at Kejriwal for not spending money allocated for Dalit welfare

IANS | April 14, 2025 8:24 PM

New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) Delhi unit BJP president Virendra Sachdeva on Monday hit out at AAP National Convenor and former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for exploiting Dalits and doing little for their educational, social, and economic advancement, as reflected by the alleged under-utilisation of Rs 891 crore allocated for the purpose in the last four years.

Forensic science key to timely justice, conviction: HM Amit Shah

IANS | April 14, 2025 8:13 PM

New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Monday that modern crimes now transcend city, state and even national boundaries, increasing the importance of forensic science in delivering timely justice and convicting criminals.

PMAY fulfilling dreams of pucca homes in Bihar’s Begusarai, beneficiaries thank govt

IANS | April 14, 2025 5:55 PM

Begusarai (Bihar), April 14 (IANS) In Bihar’s Begusarai district, dreams are being built - brick by brick - thanks to the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). In the rural areas of Matihani block, beneficiaries of the scheme are experiencing a transformation that goes beyond a mere shelter - it's a shift in dignity, safety, and quality of life.

Hyderabad-born doctor honoured with prestigious ACP fellowship in US

IANS | April 14, 2025 1:54 PM

Pittsburgh (USA)/Hyderabad, April 14 (IANS) Dr. Divya Sistla, a U.S.-based endocrinologist originally from Telangana, has been awarded the esteemed title of Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP) -- one of the highest honours in the field of internal medicine.

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