Govt steps up efforts to return Rs 73,000 crore unclaimed funds in banks, insurers, MFs: Minister

IANS | March 24, 2026 7:39 PM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) The government has stepped up efforts to help citizens reclaim over Rs 73,000 crore lying unclaimed across banks, insurance companies and mutual funds, with regulators rolling out simplified claim processes, digital tracking platforms and nationwide awareness drives, the Parliament was informed on Tuesday.

MBBS student dies by suicide in Karnataka's Bidar, online gaming loss suspected

IANS | March 24, 2026 3:46 PM

Bidar (Karnataka), March 24 (IANS) A final-year MBBS student allegedly died by suicide on Tuesday at the hostel of Bidar Institute of Medical Sciences (BRIMS) in a tragic incident that has shocked the student community and locals.

Maharashtra: Sopara Hospital sets benchmark in providing free healthcare under Ayushman Bharat scheme

IANS | March 24, 2026 11:34 AM

New Delhi, March 24 (IANS) The Ayushman Bharat (Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana) continues to bring relief to millions of low-income families across India, providing free treatment for serious illnesses and easing financial burdens. In Nala Sopara West, Sopara Hospital, managed by the Vasai-Virar Municipal Corporation, has emerged as a model facility, offering completely free and quality healthcare services to Ayushman cardholders.

Punjab: Mansa railway station redeveloped under Amrit Bharat Scheme, modern facilities added after a century

IANS | March 23, 2026 11:48 PM

Mansa (Punjab), March 23 (IANS) The Mansa district in Punjab has received a major infrastructure boost as the historic Mansa railway station, originally constructed in 1911, has been redeveloped under the Centre's Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, providing modern facilities to passengers after nearly a century.

HPV vaccination drive gains momentum, adolescent girls receive protection against cervical cancer

IANS | March 23, 2026 9:46 PM

Burhanpur (Madhya Pradesh), March 23 (IANS) The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination drive is picking up pace in Madhya Pradesh's Burhanpur, with adolescent girls aged between 9 to 14 years receiving vaccines at schools and health centres as part of a nationwide initiative launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Shashi Tharoor flags concerns over Transgender Bill, seeks wider consultation

IANS | March 22, 2026 10:29 PM

New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has raised serious concerns over the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026, alleging that the proposed changes could dilute key protections and roll back rights recognised by the Supreme Court.

Under PM Modi, traditional medicine gaining global recognition: Vice President

IANS | March 22, 2026 6:28 PM

Pune, March 22 (IANS) Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan said on Sunday that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India's traditional systems of medicine have gained renewed global recognition.

India’s expanding forests and biodiversity tell a lesser-known green story

IANS | March 22, 2026 5:59 PM

New Delhi, March 22 (IANS) India’s environmental record often draws scrutiny over pollution and climate challenges, but several indicators suggest a quieter positive story — one of expanding forest cover, rich biodiversity, and growing conservation efforts across the country.

Mathura Police debunks rumours on Kosikalan accident, rules out cow smuggling angle (2nd Ld)

IANS | March 21, 2026 10:23 PM

Mathura, March 21 (IANS) The Mathura Police on Saturday issued a clarification dismissing rumours circulating on social media that linked a fatal road accident in the Kosikalan area to alleged cow smuggling.

PM Modi, Delhi CM discuss infrastructure, pollution and development agenda

IANS | March 21, 2026 5:58 PM

New Delhi, March 21 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday met Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and discussed issues related to the national capital's all-round development, strengthening infrastructure, and the commitment to fulfilling the aspirations of the people.

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Govt steps up efforts to return Rs 73,000 crore unclaimed funds in banks, insurers, MFs: Minister

MBBS student dies by suicide in Karnataka's Bidar, online gaming loss suspected

Maharashtra: Sopara Hospital sets benchmark in providing free healthcare under Ayushman Bharat scheme

Punjab: Mansa railway station redeveloped under Amrit Bharat Scheme, modern facilities added after a century

HPV vaccination drive gains momentum, adolescent girls receive protection against cervical cancer

Shashi Tharoor flags concerns over Transgender Bill, seeks wider consultation

Under PM Modi, traditional medicine gaining global recognition: Vice President

India’s expanding forests and biodiversity tell a lesser-known green story

Mathura Police debunks rumours on Kosikalan accident, rules out cow smuggling angle (2nd Ld)

PM Modi, Delhi CM discuss infrastructure, pollution and development agenda

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