Every challenge is an opportunity: NCW chairperson at Shakti Samvad

IANS | August 23, 2025 6:28 PM

Mumbai, Aug 23 (IANS) The National Commission for Women (NCW) chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar, speaking at Shakti Samvad in Mumbai on Saturday, said that for women’s rights and empowerment, challenges are inevitable, but each challenge brings an opportunity.

Madhya Pradesh announces 60-day remission for 14,000 prisoners

IANS | August 23, 2025 1:46 PM

Bhopal, Aug 23 (IANS) In a humanitarian gesture coinciding with the celebration of “Shri Krishna Janmashtami,” which occurred on August 16, the Madhya Pradesh government has announced a 60-day remission for thousands of convicted prisoners across the state.

Monsoon-related disasters: ICR-ER organises seminar for integration with Emergency Operation Centres of states, UTs

IANS | August 22, 2025 11:31 PM

New Delhi, Aug 22 (IANS) The Integrated Control Room for Emergency Response (ICR-ER) on Friday organised a seminar in the national capital in the wake of monsoon-related disasters in some parts of the country, an official said, adding the objective of the meeting was to ensure seamless integration with the Emergency Operation Centres (EOCs) of all states and union territories.

Passengers travelling from Gaya to Delhi on Amrit Bharat train express excitement, thank govt

IANS | August 22, 2025 3:40 PM

Gaya, Aug 22 (IANS) Passengers on board the newly-launched Amrit Bharat Express between Gaya and New Delhi on Friday expressed their excitement and gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who flagged off the train. Many described the journey as comfortable and highlighted the new facilities, including CCTV cameras, clean washrooms, and better seating arrangements.