How young Narendra Modi fought tyranny during Emergency, struggled to protect democracy

IANS | June 25, 2025 6:05 PM

New Delhi, June 25 (IANS) As the nation observes 50th anniversary of Emergency, imposed by the then Indira Gandhi government on June 25, 1975, it also marks a moment to recall the contributions and sacrifices of those who fought against the ‘murder’ of democracy and the suspension of civil liberties and fundamental rights of citizens for more than 20 months.

Delhi CM orders crackdown on encroachment on MAMC campus

IANS | June 23, 2025 5:26 PM

New Delhi, June 23 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday promised a special drive to remove encroachment within the Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC) campus and assured of an early makeover for student hostels.

In a first, hydrogen fuel cell buses to ply on Ladakh streets; trial run begins

IANS | June 22, 2025 8:25 PM

Leh, June 22 (IANS) The Union Territory of Ladakh is set to spearhead green energy drive in the country by operating the country’s first hydrogen fuel cell buses. The Union Territory is gearing up for the formal roll-out of hydrogen fuel cell powered buses and the trail run for the same is set to begin in Leh, in a day or two.

UP’s Salkhan Fossils Park joins Unesco's tentative World Heritage List

IANS | June 22, 2025 8:05 PM

Lucknow, June 22 (IANS) In a significant achievement for Uttar Pradesh, Salkhan Fossils Park -- one of the world’s oldest fossil sites secured a place in Unesco's tentative list of World Heritage Sites on Sunday. This development is expected to propel Uttar Pradesh’s tourism to new heights on the international stage.