Jharkhand’s former Maoists turn fish farmers, thanks to Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana

IANS | June 27, 2025 9:29 PM

Jharkhand, June 27 (IANS) In the remote districts of Jharkhand once dominated by Maoist violence, a quiet revolution is underway—one driven not by ideology, but by opportunity. Former maoists and villagers alike are embracing fish farming, empowered by the Centre’s Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY), transforming lives and restoring peace in once-troubled regions.

Varanasi: Ayushman Aarogya Mandir replaces slaughterhouse, locals elated

IANS | June 26, 2025 9:24 PM

Varanasi, June 26 (IANS) In a move that has sent wave of happiness among the locals, an erstwhile slaughterhouse has been turned into an Ayushman Aarogya Mandir – paving the way for treatment of a number of residents in the vicinity while sparing them from travelling to long distance for good treatment.

After Maha Kumbh, Adani Group offers seva at Puri Rath Yatra

IANS | June 26, 2025 4:54 PM

Bhubaneswar, June 26 (IANS) After serving millions of pilgrims during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj earlier this year, the Adani Group on Thursday announced that it has now extended its seva efforts to the famous Rath Yatra festival in Odisha's Puri.