Swachh Bharat inspiration: Woman from Bihar uplifts lakhs with hygiene drive

IANS | May 16, 2025 9:12 PM

Chhapra (Bihar), May 16 (IANS) Inspired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Swachh Bharat Mission, Khushbu Thakur from Saran district in Bihar has become a symbol of change by leading a powerful movement focused on menstrual hygiene. Her efforts have not only transformed her into a successful woman entrepreneur but also brought awareness and dignity to millions of women and adolescent girls.

500 new e-buses to hit Delhi roads in 2 months: Minister

IANS | May 16, 2025 9:00 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) A many as 500 new e-buses will hit Delhi roads over the next two months, Transport Minister Pankaj Kumar Singh said on Friday. Singh said the Delhi government remains committed to building a modern, eco-friendly public transport system.

Delhi Labour Minister Kapil Mishra discusses gig workers' welfare with companies

IANS | May 16, 2025 8:42 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) In a step towards offering social security net to gig workers, Delhi Labour Minister Kapil Mishra on Friday met gig workers and representatives from major platform companies and aggregators.

Kejriwal ruined careers of youth due to illegal hiring: Delhi BJP chief

IANS | May 16, 2025 7:59 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) Delhi BJP President Virendra Sachdeva on Friday launched an attack on the previous Arvind Kejriwal-led AAP government for ruining careers of thousands of youth by engaging them in unapproved roles in government departments ranging from bus marshals to doctors.

Prez Murmu confers 58th Jnanpith Award on Sanskrit scholar Jagadguru Rambhadracharya

IANS | May 16, 2025 7:53 PM

New Delhi, May 16 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu on Friday conferred the 58th Jnanpith Award on Sanskrit scholar Jagadguru Rambhadracharya and also praised his invaluable contributions in the field of literature and social service.

'Decide by May 26': Rajasthan HC tells state govt on SI recruitment status

IANS | May 15, 2025 10:16 PM

Jaipur, May 15 (IANS) The Rajasthan High Court, during the hearing of the SI Recruitment-2021 paper leak case on Thursday, told the state government that a final decision regarding the recruitment process must be made by May 26, failing which those responsible may face consequences.

Punjab aims to bring five lakh acres under direct sowing of rice technique

IANS | May 15, 2025 9:56 PM

Chandigarh, May 15 (IANS) In a step aimed at saving 15-20 per cent groundwater, the Punjab government on Thursday started the direct sowing of rice (DSR) to check the depletion of groundwater besides supplementing the income of farmers in a big way.

Gautam Adani lauds students, teachers for 100 pc CBSE results at Adani Vidya Mandir

IANS | May 15, 2025 9:02 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, on Thursday, lauded the efforts of students and teachers at Adani Vidya Mandir Ahmedabad (AVMA) for scoring 100 per cent results in the CBSE 2025 examination.

J'khand: Medical oxygen plant being set up in Garhwa Sadar Hospital; operations to begin soon

IANS | May 15, 2025 8:53 PM

Garhwa, May 15 (IANS) In a significant step towards strengthening the health infrastructure at city's Sadar Hospital, a modern liquid medical oxygen (LMO) plant is being set up, under the aegis of Central government.

Society must join govt to provide accessibility, inclusion to disabled: Official

IANS | May 15, 2025 6:58 PM

New Delhi, May 15 (IANS) Ensuring accessibility and inclusion in the lives of persons with disabilities is not just the responsibility of the government but a collective duty of society as a whole, said Rajesh Aggarwal, Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), on Thursday.

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Swachh Bharat inspiration: Woman from Bihar uplifts lakhs with hygiene drive

500 new e-buses to hit Delhi roads in 2 months: Minister

Delhi Labour Minister Kapil Mishra discusses gig workers' welfare with companies

Kejriwal ruined careers of youth due to illegal hiring: Delhi BJP chief

Prez Murmu confers 58th Jnanpith Award on Sanskrit scholar Jagadguru Rambhadracharya

'Decide by May 26': Rajasthan HC tells state govt on SI recruitment status

Punjab aims to bring five lakh acres under direct sowing of rice technique

Gautam Adani lauds students, teachers for 100 pc CBSE results at Adani Vidya Mandir

J'khand: Medical oxygen plant being set up in Garhwa Sadar Hospital; operations to begin soon

Society must join govt to provide accessibility, inclusion to disabled: Official

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