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Jindal Global Business School debuts in world's top 200 in QS MBA rankings 2027

IANS | September 17, 2026 4:51 PM

Sonipat (Haryana), Sep 17 (IANS) Jindal Global Business School (JGBS) of O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) has achieved a historic milestone in management education with the first-ever inclusion of its MBA programme in the QS Global MBA Rankings 2027, securing a global position in the 171–180 band and entering the world’s Top 200 business schools.

India pushes to transform BRICS from talking shop to economic, tech powerhouse

IANS | September 17, 2026 4:43 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) India is working to transform BRICS from a geopolitical talking shop into an economic and technological platform with real-world reach, as reflected in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's emphasis on the importance of resilient supply chains, startups, critical technologies, green energy, and reform of global governance at the 18th BRICS summit in New Delhi, according to an article.

Baba Ramdev hails PM Modi's achievements on his birthday, says India's global stature has risen

IANS | September 17, 2026 4:34 PM

Haridwar, Sep 17 (IANS) Yoga guru Baba Ramdev on Thursday, on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday, highlighted what he described as major achievements of the Narendra Modi government, saying India's fame and global stature have increased significantly.

'Divyangjans' offer prayers at Ayodhya's Ram Temple on PM Modi's birthday

IANS | September 17, 2026 4:27 PM

Ayodhya, Sep 17 (IANS) On the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday on Thursday, former East Delhi Mayor Shyam Sunder Aggarwal visited Ayodhya with a group of 60 people, including 25 differently-abled individuals, to offer prayers at the Ram Temple for the Prime Minister's good health and long life.

'Big fan of his work': Gujarat teen pens Bhojpuri song to wish PM Modi on his birthday

IANS | September 17, 2026 4:17 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Marking Prime Minister Narendra Modi's birthday in a unique way, 15-year-old Divya Tiwari, a Class 9 student from Vapi in Gujarat, has penned a special song in Bhojpuri language to convey her birthday wishes to the leader.

Members of Parliament offer prayers for PM Modi on his birthday

IANS | September 17, 2026 3:56 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Several BJP MPs extended warm greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday and visited places of worship to pray for his health and success.

'Patently false': Govt refutes allegation of external pressure in MDR rollout

IANS | September 17, 2026 3:51 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The government on Thursday refuted the allegation in a section of the media that the MDR on UPI transactions has been introduced because of external pressure, while referring to a US Trade Representative (USTR) report of 2026.

'Strong leadership, positive influence': Uruguay envoy wishes PM Modi on his 76th birthday

IANS | September 17, 2026 3:39 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) Uruguay's Ambassador to India, Alberto Antonio Guani Amarilla, on Thursday extended wishes to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday, hailing his leadership as "strong".

SC orders Manipur Chief Secretary to report on 25 unnatural deaths in relief camps

IANS | September 17, 2026 3:38 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) The Supreme Court on Thursday sought a detailed report from the Manipur Chief Secretary on 25 cases of unnatural deaths reported from relief camps in the violence-affected state, including details of post-mortem examinations, causes of death, and measures taken to prevent such incidents.

PM Modi’s birthdays over the years marked by welfare initiatives, major national projects

IANS | September 17, 2026 3:38 PM

New Delhi, Sep 17 (IANS) A birthday is traditionally regarded as a day of personal celebration, but Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday has, over the years, increasingly come to be associated with public service, welfare initiatives and programmes aimed at making a difference in the lives of people.

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Jindal Global Business School debuts in world's top 200 in QS MBA rankings 2027

India pushes to transform BRICS from talking shop to economic, tech powerhouse

Baba Ramdev hails PM Modi's achievements on his birthday, says India's global stature has risen

'Divyangjans' offer prayers at Ayodhya's Ram Temple on PM Modi's birthday

'Big fan of his work': Gujarat teen pens Bhojpuri song to wish PM Modi on his birthday

Members of Parliament offer prayers for PM Modi on his birthday

'Patently false': Govt refutes allegation of external pressure in MDR rollout

'Strong leadership, positive influence': Uruguay envoy wishes PM Modi on his 76th birthday

SC orders Manipur Chief Secretary to report on 25 unnatural deaths in relief camps

PM Modi’s birthdays over the years marked by welfare initiatives, major national projects

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