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We need a system where we can provide health, education free to everyone: Pitroda (IANS Interview)

IANS | April 2, 2026 7:15 PM

Washington, April 2 (IANS) Indian Overseas Congress chief, Satyanarayan Pitroda, popularly known as 'Sam', on Thursday urged for free education and healthcare for all citizens, alleging that an "industry" has been made out of the two sectors. During an interaction with IANS, Pitroda also called Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, as the "custodian of the idea of India".

India's small business credit rises 15 pc to Rs 47.8 lakh crore in December 2025: Report

IANS | April 2, 2026 6:57 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) India's small business credit ecosystem maintained stable momentum in the December 2025 quarter, with total credit exposure rising 14.9 per cent year-on-year to Rs 47.8 lakh crore, a report showed on Thursday.

'Can outshine sitting Cong MP Priyanka Gandhi in public debate': PM Modi praises Wayanad BJP booth chief

IANS | April 2, 2026 6:40 PM

Keralam, April 2 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Thursday, praised a Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) booth President from Wayanad, Vinita K.K., expressing confidence that she could outshine the constituency's MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra in a public debate, while urging party workers across Kerala to intensify door-to-door outreach ahead of the state polls.

India thanks Azerbaijan for support in evacuating citizens from conflict zone

IANS | April 2, 2026 6:30 PM

New Delhi/Baku April 2 (IANS) India on Thursday expressed gratitude to the government of Azerbaijan for assisting in the evacuation of Indian nationals from Iran through its land border.

Six Indian ships safely crossed Strait of Hormuz, India remains in touch with Iran: MEA

IANS | April 2, 2026 6:17 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday said that six Indian ships carrying products like LPG, LNG, have safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz so far as New Delhi remains in touch with Iran and other countries for safe transit of Indian ships amid the ongoing conflict in the region.

Anand Sharma hails India’s handling of West Asia crisis, 3rd Congress leader to endorse Centre’s stand

IANS | April 2, 2026 6:14 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) Senior Congress leader Anand Sharma broke ranks with the party leadership on Thursday to endorse the Modi government’s foreign policy and strategic manoeuvring in the wake of a full-blown war in West Asia involving Israel, the United States, and the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Assam: HM Amit Shah slams Congress, flags illegal migration and ‘decade of neglect’

IANS | April 2, 2026 6:06 PM

Guwahati, Apr 2 (IANS) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday launched a blistering attack on the Congress while campaigning for Asom Gana Parishad (AGP) leader and Assam Minister Keshab Mahanta in Nagaon, asserting that the NDA’s decade-long rule has transformed the state, unlike what he termed the “failure” of previous Congress governments.

Kamal Nath undercuts Congress campaign on LPG shortage, says no crisis

IANS | April 2, 2026 5:57 PM

Chhindwara, April 2 (IANS) In an embarrassment for the Congress, senior leader and former Chief Minister Kamal Nath on Thursday rejected claims of an LPG shortage in Madhya Pradesh, contradicting his party’s aggressive campaign against the Centre and the state government.

Uttarakhand CM Dhami visits Kedarnath Dham, discusses Char Dham Yatra preparations

IANS | April 2, 2026 5:38 PM

Dehradun, April 2 (IANS) Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami was paid a courtesy visit on Thursday by the 'Rawal' (head priest) of Kedarnath Dham, Shri Shri Shri 1008 Bhimashankar Ling, who also bestowed his blessings upon him and prayed for the prosperity and well-being of the state.

India got ‘best’ US deal among all competing economies: Piyush Goyal

IANS | April 2, 2026 5:37 PM

New Delhi, April 2 (IANS) India has received the ‘best’ US deal among competitors and the country is “sitting in a sweet spot” with the trade pact, Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said on Thursday.

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We need a system where we can provide health, education free to everyone: Pitroda (IANS Interview)

India's small business credit rises 15 pc to Rs 47.8 lakh crore in December 2025: Report

'Can outshine sitting Cong MP Priyanka Gandhi in public debate': PM Modi praises Wayanad BJP booth chief

India thanks Azerbaijan for support in evacuating citizens from conflict zone

Six Indian ships safely crossed Strait of Hormuz, India remains in touch with Iran: MEA

Anand Sharma hails India’s handling of West Asia crisis, 3rd Congress leader to endorse Centre’s stand

Assam: HM Amit Shah slams Congress, flags illegal migration and ‘decade of neglect’

Kamal Nath undercuts Congress campaign on LPG shortage, says no crisis

Uttarakhand CM Dhami visits Kedarnath Dham, discusses Char Dham Yatra preparations

India got ‘best’ US deal among all competing economies: Piyush Goyal

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