2‑wheelers account for 45 pc of road fatalities, youth should lead safety drive: Minister

IANS | April 9, 2026 6:02 PM

New Delhi, April 9 (IANS) Road accidents continue to pose a major public safety concern in India, with nearly 1.8 lakh fatalities reported annually, with around 45 per cent of these fatalities involving two-wheelers, MoS, Road Transport and Highways, Harsh Malhotra said on Thursday calling on the youth, to act as ambassadors of road safety and lead by example.

Reservation bill will bring women into mainstream, transform decision-making: UP Women's panel chief

IANS | April 9, 2026 3:27 PM

Kanpur, April 9 (IANS) Uttar Pradesh State Women Commission Chairperson Babita Chauhan on Thursday said that the Women’s Reservation Bill would help women connect with the mainstream, and once they step into decision-making roles, "the landscape is likely to change significantly".

UP CM Yogi Adityanath unveils 'Greater Agra' project with Rs 5,142 crore infra push

IANS | April 8, 2026 8:20 PM

Agra, April 8 (IANS) In a major push toward balanced regional development and urban expansion, the Uttar Pradesh government, on Wednesday, unveiled an ambitious plan to transform Agra into a modern, culturally enriched urban centre through the 'Greater Agra' project.

Eminent women, social activists hail Women’s Reservation Bill, call it transformative for society

IANS | April 8, 2026 5:39 PM

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) Several eminent women, social activists and public figures have come out in strong support of the Women’s Reservation Bill, terming it a historic and transformative step towards ensuring greater political participation and empowerment of women in the country.

Unseasonal rains wreak havoc on crops across states, farmers face massive losses

IANS | April 8, 2026 4:28 PM

New Delhi, April 8 (IANS) Farmers across several states are grappling with widespread crop damage following unseasonal rains, strong winds, and hailstorms, triggering distress and uncertainty in the rural economy.

Padma Shri awardee Geeta Roy hails Women's Reservation Bill, praises PM Modi's 'Nari Shakti' vision

IANS | April 8, 2026 3:46 PM

Kolkata, April 8 (IANS) In a strong endorsement of the Women's Reservation Bill, Padma Shri awardee Geeta Roy Barman has described the move as historic and transformative step towards enhancing women's empowerment and political participation, while lauding Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his "Nari Shakti" vision.

PMMY empowers entrepreneurs in Karnataka, creates jobs and boosts self-reliance

IANS | April 8, 2026 1:46 PM

Chikkaballapur (Karnataka), April 8 (IANS) The Central Government’s flagship Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) continues to transform the lives of small entrepreneurs across the country, with another success story emerging from Karnataka’s Chikkaballapur district.

PM Mudra Yojana boosts self-employment in Giridih, empowers women entrepreneurs

IANS | April 8, 2026 1:46 PM

Giridih (Jharkhand), April 8 (IANS) The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) is emerging as a strong pillar of support for small entrepreneurs in Jharkhand’s Giridih district, enabling hundreds of people to start their own ventures and move towards financial independence.

'Will boost morale', 'bring gender equality': Female professionals welcome Women's Reservation Bill

IANS | April 7, 2026 8:00 PM

New Delhi, April 7 (IANS) Women professionals from various fields across the country, on Tuesday, welcomed the Women's Reservation Bill that proposes 33 per cent reservation for women leaders in the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies.

PM SHRI scheme transforms school education system in Jharkhand's Sahibganj

IANS | April 7, 2026 7:49 PM

Sahibganj (Jharkhand), April 7 (IANS) The Union government's ambitious PM SHRI Schools scheme is bringing a visible transformation in government schools, with Jharkhand's Sahibganj district emerging as a notable example of this change. The Mirzachauki PM SHRI High School in the district has witnessed a remarkable upgrade in infrastructure, teaching methods, and student engagement after being selected under the scheme.

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2‑wheelers account for 45 pc of road fatalities, youth should lead safety drive: Minister

Reservation bill will bring women into mainstream, transform decision-making: UP Women's panel chief

UP CM Yogi Adityanath unveils 'Greater Agra' project with Rs 5,142 crore infra push

Eminent women, social activists hail Women’s Reservation Bill, call it transformative for society

Unseasonal rains wreak havoc on crops across states, farmers face massive losses

Padma Shri awardee Geeta Roy hails Women's Reservation Bill, praises PM Modi's 'Nari Shakti' vision

PMMY empowers entrepreneurs in Karnataka, creates jobs and boosts self-reliance

PM Mudra Yojana boosts self-employment in Giridih, empowers women entrepreneurs

'Will boost morale', 'bring gender equality': Female professionals welcome Women's Reservation Bill

PM SHRI scheme transforms school education system in Jharkhand's Sahibganj

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