PM Modi launches nationwide HPV vaccination drive from Ajmer

IANS | February 28, 2026 12:27 PM

Jaipur, Feb 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday launched a nationwide HPV vaccination campaign for girls aged 14 years and above from Ajmer, marking a significant step in India's fight against cervical cancer.

Israel launches ‘preventive’ strikes on Iran

IANS | February 28, 2026 12:22 PM

Tehran, Feb 28 (IANS) Tehran was rocked by massive explosions on Saturday after Israel launched what it described as “preventive” missile strikes against Iran, dramatically escalating tensions in the region, local media reported.

India’s GDP growth expected to further advance in Q4 FY26: Economist

IANS | February 28, 2026 12:16 PM

New Delhi, Feb 28 (IANS) India’s growth is expected to advance in Q4 FY26 further as has been evident form the high frequency indicators, according to economists, as India’s GDP growth has been revised upwards to 7.6 per cent form the previous estimate of 7.4 per cent for FY26, based on the old series.