HM Amit Shah to offer prayers at Buddha relics in Leh on Buddha Purnima

IANS | April 30, 2026 11:39 PM

Leh, April 30 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah who arrived here on Thursday on a two-day visit to the Union Territory of Ladakh, said he is looking forward to the auspicious occasion of Buddha Purnima on Friday, when he will join devotees in paying respects to the sacred relics of Lord Buddha.

SC warns of contempt for defying abortion order for minor

IANS | April 30, 2026 6:22 PM

New Delhi, April 30 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Thursday issued notice on a contempt petition alleging non-compliance with its earlier order permitting medical termination of a 15-year-old minor’s pregnancy, warning that contempt of court charges could be framed if its directions were not implemented.

GI tag boosts global appeal of Kachchh’s traditional copper bells

IANS | April 28, 2026 7:17 PM

Kachchh (Gujarat), April 28 (IANS) After receiving the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, Kachchh’s copper bell craft is gaining significant recognition at the international level, while demand has increased both in India and abroad, empowering artisans.

PM Modi blames SP, Cong for stalling women quota bill; vows to ensure its implementation

IANS | April 28, 2026 6:29 PM

Varanasi, April 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday alleged that political parties like the Samajwadi Party (SP) and the Congress stalled the passage of the women's reservation proposal in Parliament, but asserted that he remains committed to ensuring its implementation, assuring women of the country that he will "leave no stone unturned" to secure their rightful representation in legislatures.

India credit card spending jumps 24 pc to Rs 2,194 billion

IANS | April 28, 2026 5:39 PM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) India’s credit card spending surged by 24 per cent in March, month-on-month, to Rs 2,194 billion, supported by seasonal factors and a low base, even as underlying trends indicated a normalisation in consumption growth, according to a report released on Tuesday.