Delhi-Dehradun corridor wins public praise in Saharanpur for boosting connectivity, wildlife safety

IANS | April 14, 2026 7:01 PM

Saharanpur, April 14 (IANS) The newly-inaugurated Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor, built at an estimated cost of over Rs 12,000 crore, has received an enthusiastic response from youth, women, and elderly citizens from Saharanpur, who say the project will significantly ease travel and boost development while ensuring safety of wildlife.

Acharya Prashant receives fresh death threat over his remarks honouring Dr Ambedkar

IANS | April 14, 2026 6:50 PM

New Delhi, April 14 (IANS) Renowned philosopher and author Acharya Prashant has received a fresh death threat following his recent remarks in honour of Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar, triggering concern among his supporters and prompting his foundation to initiate legal action.

Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor sparks optimism; leaders hail boost to connectivity, economy

IANS | April 14, 2026 4:06 PM

Dehradun, April 14 (IANS) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Dehradun to inaugurate the Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor, a spark of optimism was triggered across Uttarakhand, with political leaders, religious representatives, and public figures describing the project as a transformative step for connectivity, tourism, and economic growth in the region.

UP govt's push for mushroom farming helps rural women earn up to Rs 10 lakh annually

IANS | April 14, 2026 4:04 PM

Lucknow, April 14 (IANS) The Uttar Pradesh government's efforts to promote alternative agriculture and women-led entrepreneurship are transforming rural livelihoods, with mushroom cultivation emerging as a lucrative avenue for income generation.

PM Modi makes fresh appeal for support to Women's Reservation Bill in Uttarakhand

IANS | April 14, 2026 3:58 PM

Dehradun, April 14 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while inaugurating the Rs 12,000 crore Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor on Tuesday, reiterated the double-engine government's commitment for fast-tracking growth in 'Devbhoomi' Uttarakhand and also made a fervent appeal for cross-party support to the Women's Reservation Bill.

Mumbai drug overdose case: Shocking details emerge, six arrested so far

IANS | April 14, 2026 2:38 PM

Mumbai, April 14 (IANS) In the wake of the deaths of two MBA students from an alleged drug overdose at a music concert in Mumbai's Goregaon East, police arrested another suspect on Tuesday, taking the total number of arrests to six, including the event organiser and a suspected drug supplier.

Akhilesh Yadav blames BJP's 'one-sided policies' for violent Noida protest

IANS | April 13, 2026 7:59 PM

Lucknow, April 13 (IANS) Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday launched a sharp attack on the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) over the ongoing workers’ protest in Noida, alleging that the unrest was a result of the government’s "one-sided policies" favouring industrialists at the cost of labourers.

Women’s Reservation Bill: Leaders, achievers call for consensus in special Parliament session

IANS | April 13, 2026 6:28 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Voices of support continued to pour in on Monday for the Women’s Reservation Bill, with leaders and stakeholders hailing it as a transformative step towards empowering women and ensuring their greater participation in governance.

New era is beginning with Women's Reservation Bill: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

IANS | April 13, 2026 4:19 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said on Monday that the Women's Reservation Bill marks the beginning of a new era. She added that it has taken decades of progress for women in the country to reach this stage, evolving from the ideals of "Beti Bachao" and "Beti Padhao" to now moving towards "Beti Badhao".

Women leaders call 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' a long-awaited victory

IANS | April 13, 2026 4:11 PM

New Delhi, April 13 (IANS) As Parliament is set to reconvene to take up the Women's Reservation Bill, also known as Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, women leaders across the political spectrum said on Monday that its passage would mark the culmination of a decades-long struggle for equal representation.

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Delhi-Dehradun corridor wins public praise in Saharanpur for boosting connectivity, wildlife safety

Acharya Prashant receives fresh death threat over his remarks honouring Dr Ambedkar

Delhi-Dehradun Economic Corridor sparks optimism; leaders hail boost to connectivity, economy

UP govt's push for mushroom farming helps rural women earn up to Rs 10 lakh annually

PM Modi makes fresh appeal for support to Women's Reservation Bill in Uttarakhand

Mumbai drug overdose case: Shocking details emerge, six arrested so far

Akhilesh Yadav blames BJP's 'one-sided policies' for violent Noida protest

Women’s Reservation Bill: Leaders, achievers call for consensus in special Parliament session

New era is beginning with Women's Reservation Bill: Delhi CM Rekha Gupta

Women leaders call 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' a long-awaited victory

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