New Delhi, Oct 16 (IANS) Air pollution levels in Delhi-NCR have turned into the ‘very poor’ category, raising serious public health concerns even before the Diwali festivities.
Hazaribagh, Oct 15 (IANS) Residents of Jharkhand's Hazaribagh have started receiving the benefits of the Central government's ambitious 'Palna' Scheme, and now, working women no longer need to worry about child care during work hours.
New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) The recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) reform has brought visible relief to consumers, with prices of several essential and electronic products falling sharply. The move has made goods more affordable for the middle class and is driving a surge in festive season shopping across the country.
Mumbai, Oct 14 (IANS) As the festive season kicks in, Mumbai’s bustling markets are witnessing renewed energy and increased footfall, thanks to the recent GST rate reductions. From staple foods to home appliances, the price drop is being hailed as a major relief for both traders and consumers — especially homemakers managing tight household budgets.
Kolkata, Oct 14 (IANS) As India’s retail inflation (CPI) drops to a 99-month low of 1.5 per cent in September, shoppers and businesses in Kolkata are already experiencing relief ahead of the festive season. With food inflation softening to just 1.4 per cent, and recent GST rationalisation efforts, consumers are feeling more confident about spending, while shopkeepers are witnessing a noticeable rise in footfall.
New Delhi, Oct 14 (IANS) In the lanes and bylanes of New Delhi’s Lajpat Nagar, shops hug each other seemingly in endless clusters, selling wares from utensils to clothing to furnishing and whatnots. Ensconced between such outlets are the popular eateries, some of which proclaim their specialisation in Afghan cuisine.
Jaunpur (Uttar Pradesh), Oct 13 (IANS) With Diwali just around the corner, women from rural self-help groups (SHGs) in Jaunpur are playing a vital role in keeping the spirit of the festival alive. They are spreading its light across the country and even overseas. Under the centrally-sponsored National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM), women — including those from the Muslim community — are crafting vibrant, eco-friendly lamps made of clay and wax, in both traditional and tricolour designs.
New Delhi, Oct 13 (IANS) In the quiet, half-empty chamber of the British House of Commons in July 1806, a series of debates unfolded concerning the "India Budget". To the handful of parliamentarians present, it was a matter of accounts, of deficits and debts, of a colossal commercial enterprise teetering on the edge of financial distress.
Surendranagar (Gujarat), Oct 13 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched several welfare schemes for the benefit of the people, and one such initiative making a significant impact in Gujarat is the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). Many residents of Surendranagar district are availing free healthcare services under this scheme.
New Delhi, Oct 13 (IANS) As part of the Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025 – India’s largest school innovation movement, an event at the Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 2 in Delhi Cantt saw students and teachers engaging in conversation with Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. The students shared their innovative ideas and innovations while the Minister lauded their outstanding contribution and efforts towards achieving the goal of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
