HM Amit Shah inaugurates Madhur Dairy's automated milk processing plant worth Rs 128 crore in Gujarat

IANS | May 17, 2026 6:21 PM

Gandhinagar, May 17 (IANS) Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Sunday inaugurated Madhur Dairy's newly built fully-automated milk processing and packaging plant at Dashela village in Gujarat's Gandhinagar district, saying "the facility would strengthen the cooperative dairy sector and benefit livestock rearers across the district".

North India to face severe heat wave soon, temperatures may hover around 45 degrees

IANS | May 17, 2026 5:09 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Delhi and several parts of North India are set to face sweltering heat, with temperatures rising by 3 to 5 degrees over the next few days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Sunday.

Russia, India, African nations explore new pathways for cultural dialogue: Report

IANS | May 17, 2026 2:39 PM

New Delhi, May 17 (IANS) Growing cultural engagement between Russia, India, and African nations is emerging as a key pillar of contemporary diplomacy, with experts and policymakers underlining the importance of people-to-people exchanges, academic cooperation and shared civilisational values in reshaping global partnerships amid shifting geopolitical realities, according to an article.

Uniform Civil Code a 'shield' for Muslim women, says Uttarakhand minister

IANS | May 16, 2026 10:35 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) Uttarakhand Social Welfare Minister Khajan Dass on Saturday praised a Muslim woman after she registered the first case under the state's Uniform Civil Code (UCC), saying UCC will become a "shield" for such women and other heinous practices will also be punished.

Andhra CM announces Rs 30,000 for third child, Rs 40,000 for fourth

IANS | May 16, 2026 10:27 PM

Amaravati, May 16 (IANS) In a move to boost population growth in Andhra Pradesh, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Saturday announced a cash incentive of Rs 30,000 for third child and Rs 40,000 for the fourth child.

Sugar export ban welcomed by traders in Rajasthan, gives relief to local consumers

IANS | May 14, 2026 10:54 PM

Jaipur, May 14 (IANS) Sugar traders across Rajasthan have welcomed the Central government's decision to impose a temporary ban on sugar exports till September, calling it a timely move aimed at ensuring adequate domestic supply and stabilising prices in the local market.

Atmanirbhar push: Farmers in Gujarat's Banaskantha express gratitude to PM Modi, Centre over MSP hike for Kharif crops

IANS | May 14, 2026 7:37 PM

Banaskantha, May 14 (IANS) Farmers in Gujarat's Banaskantha district have welcomed the Centre's decision to increase the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for 14 Kharif crops for the 2026-27 season, saying the move will improve their income and make farming more profitable.

PM’s appeal receives strong response from Surat women; wedding plans changed, foreign trips cancelled

IANS | May 13, 2026 3:43 PM

Surat, May 13 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal urging citizens to save fuel, avoid unnecessary foreign travel, and reduce gold purchases is beginning to reflect on the ground, with several women and young professionals in Gujarat’s Surat changing their lifestyles and spending habits in response.

RBI chief says fuel prices may go up if Iran war continues

IANS | May 13, 2026 2:08 PM

New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra said that if the Middle East conflict continues, India may be forced to raise petrol and diesel prices due to the soaring cost of crude oil in the global market.

Padma Shri awardee backs PM Modi's appeal, urges Swadeshi and sustainable living

IANS | May 12, 2026 4:15 PM

Panipat, May 12 (IANS) Padma Shri awardee Khemraj Sundriyal on Tuesday expressed strong support for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal for collective public participation in national interest amid the economic fallout of the ongoing Iran-US war and rising crude oil prices, urging citizens to adopt sustainable and self-reliant practices.

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HM Amit Shah inaugurates Madhur Dairy's automated milk processing plant worth Rs 128 crore in Gujarat

North India to face severe heat wave soon, temperatures may hover around 45 degrees

Russia, India, African nations explore new pathways for cultural dialogue: Report

Uniform Civil Code a 'shield' for Muslim women, says Uttarakhand minister

Andhra CM announces Rs 30,000 for third child, Rs 40,000 for fourth

Sugar export ban welcomed by traders in Rajasthan, gives relief to local consumers

Atmanirbhar push: Farmers in Gujarat's Banaskantha express gratitude to PM Modi, Centre over MSP hike for Kharif crops

PM’s appeal receives strong response from Surat women; wedding plans changed, foreign trips cancelled

RBI chief says fuel prices may go up if Iran war continues

Padma Shri awardee backs PM Modi's appeal, urges Swadeshi and sustainable living

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