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BJP, JD(U) hail PM Modi ahead of record-breaking tenure as India’s longest-serving Prime Minister

IANS | June 4, 2026 4:02 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to surpass the record of India’s longest continuously serving elected Prime Minister previously held by Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, on June 10, leaders from the BJP and its ally Janata Dal (United) have hailed the milestone, stating that his role is not about setting records, but his work naturally becomes a record.

Shivakumar govt remote-controlled by Rahul Gandhi, Siddaramaiah: K'taka BJP

IANS | June 4, 2026 4:00 PM

Bengaluru, June 4 (IANS) Karnataka senior BJP leader and Leader of Opposition R. Ashoka launched a sharp attack on the Congress government, alleging that it is functioning under the “remote control” of Rahul Gandhi and former CM Siddaramaiah, while Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has no independent authority.

Venezuela's Acting President pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

IANS | June 4, 2026 3:50 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez paid homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat in New Delhi on Thursday afternoon, underscoring the continuing relevance of Gandhi’s principles in shaping the India–Venezuela relationship.

India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor seen as path to prosperous future

IANS | June 4, 2026 3:37 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), a proposed multinational infrastructure initiative aimed at upgrading connectivity between the three regions through integrated trade, energy, and digital networks, is envisioned partially as a counterweight to China’s international infrastructure project, the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), according to an article.

K'taka Min Jarkiholi denies CM ambitions, says was not positioning himself for top post

IANS | June 4, 2026 3:22 PM

Bengaluru, June 4 (IANS) Karnataka Minister Satish Jarkiholi, a close associate of Congress Working Committee (CWC) Member and former CM Siddaramaiah, denied Chief Minister ambitions behind his bid for the state Congress Committee chief post. He clarified that he was not positioning himself for the Chief Minister’s race.

Heavy rain, gusty winds bring much-needed relief from heatwave in Delhi-NCR

IANS | June 4, 2026 3:19 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Heavy rainfall accompanied by gusty winds swept across Delhi-NCR on Thursday, providing much-needed relief from the sweltering heat that has gripped the area over the past several days.

Central projects and schemes stalled in Bengal since 2022 being relaunched: Minister

IANS | June 4, 2026 3:10 PM

Kolkata, June 4 (IANS) Several Central government schemes and projects that had been stalled in West Bengal since 2022 are being relaunched, Minister for Panchayats and Rural Development Dilip Ghosh announced this here on Thursday.

'Operation Prahar': Police action against four Nepalese carrying prohibited items in Badrinath shrine area

IANS | June 4, 2026 2:59 PM

Chamoli (Uttarakhand), June 4 (IANS) As part of “Operation Prahar,” an ongoing initiative aimed at preserving the sanctity and religious decorum of Badrinath Dham, the Uttarakhand Police have taken action against four Nepalese individuals who were found carrying prohibited non-vegetarian food items and liquor into the shrine area.

Ghaziabad madrasa demolition reflects changing India, says BJP MLA

IANS | June 4, 2026 2:32 PM

Ghaziabad, June 4 (IANS) BJP MLA Nand Kishor Gurjar from Ghaziabad's Loni on Thursday strongly supported the ongoing anti-encroachment actions against illegal constructions, including unauthorised madrasas and land grabbers.

PM Modi, Venezuela's Rodriguez explore new avenues of cooperation in several sectors

IANS | June 4, 2026 2:27 PM

New Delhi, June 4 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez in New Delhi on Thursday, with discussions focused on bilateral ties and regional and global issues of mutual interest.

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BJP, JD(U) hail PM Modi ahead of record-breaking tenure as India’s longest-serving Prime Minister

Shivakumar govt remote-controlled by Rahul Gandhi, Siddaramaiah: K'taka BJP

Venezuela's Acting President pays homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat

India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor seen as path to prosperous future

K'taka Min Jarkiholi denies CM ambitions, says was not positioning himself for top post

Heavy rain, gusty winds bring much-needed relief from heatwave in Delhi-NCR

Central projects and schemes stalled in Bengal since 2022 being relaunched: Minister

'Operation Prahar': Police action against four Nepalese carrying prohibited items in Badrinath shrine area

Ghaziabad madrasa demolition reflects changing India, says BJP MLA

PM Modi, Venezuela's Rodriguez explore new avenues of cooperation in several sectors

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