New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Padma Shri awardee and 102-year-old freedom fighter from Goa, Libia Lobo Sardesai, on Wednesday reacted to the Women's Reservation Bill, saying that while the legislation is welcome, it is also deeply disappointing and appears to be an electoral tactic.
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) The Union Health and Family Welfare held the first Health Working Group (HWG) meeting under the BRICS framework for 2026 here on Wednesday, bringing together senior health officials and delegates from nine member nations to advance cooperation on public health priorities ranging from tuberculosis research to digital health architecture and mental wellness.
New Delhi, April 15 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Praveen Khandelwal, along with a large number of women, took part in the ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Yatra’ from the Town Hall area in Chandni Chowk to the historic Red Fort.
Yamunanagar, April 15 (IANS) Women in Haryana's Yamunanagar organised a vibrant scooter rally on Wednesday to express their support for the Women's Reservation Bill and extended their gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for bringing the legislation.
Islamabad, April 15 (IANS) People have been facing problems as the power outages have increased up to eight hours in urban and 12-16 hours in rural areas in the service areas of Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco) and other districts of Pakistan's Punjab province, local media reported on Wednesday.
Jaipur, April 14 (IANS) In a thoughtful and humane step aimed at improving work-life balance in the police force, Sawai Madhopur Superintendent of Police (SP) Jyeshtha Maitreyi on Tuesday introduced a unique initiative that is drawing widespread appreciation.
Naxalbari (West Bengal), April 14 (IANS) Life in the remote village of Hatighisa in Naxalbari region of West Bengal continues to be marked by neglect, lack of basic amenities, and growing frustration among residents, who say development has largely bypassed their area.
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.
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.
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.
