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Gujarat honours 115 'Cultural Soldiers' preserving state’s heritage

IANS | December 2, 2025 3:57 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 2 (IANS) In a ceremony that celebrated Gujarat’s deep cultural legacy, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi on Sunday felicitated 115 individuals dedicated to preserving the state’s heritage, describing them as “soldiers of culture” who keep Gujarat’s identity alive. The event, held in Gandhinagar’s Sector 12 and organised by Atulya Varaso, honoured these contributors with the Atulya Varaso Identity Award 2025.

Over 1,825 MW capacity rooftop solar installed on 91,574 govt buildings

IANS | December 2, 2025 3:53 PM

New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) An aggregate 1,825.62 MW capacity rooftop solar has been installed on 91,574 government buildings of various Central ministries and department and states/UTs (till November 4), the Parliament was informed on Tuesday.

Cough syrup deaths: Over 700 manufacturers under intense scrutiny, says Anupriya Patel

IANS | December 2, 2025 3:46 PM

New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) More than 700 cough syrup manufacturers have been under intense scrutiny, following a spate of deaths in children in Madhya Pradesh after consuming the contaminated syrups, Union Minister of State for Health Anupriya Patel told the Parliament on Tuesday.

PLI for specialty steel sees investments worth Rs 23,022 crore till Oct: Centre

IANS | December 2, 2025 3:42 PM

New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) Production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme for specialty steel has seen investments from participating beneficiary companies worth Rs 23,022 crore (till October), the Parliament was informed on Tuesday.

Putin’s India visit to deepen strategic ties, boost trade and nuclear cooperation: Kremlin

IANS | December 2, 2025 3:36 PM

New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) Russian President Vladimir Putin’s upcoming visit to India will deliver "significant outcomes" across strategic, defence, energy and trade sectors, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Tuesday.

Aggressive posturing during Op Sindoor kept Pak Navy locked in ports, says Indian Naval Chief

IANS | December 2, 2025 3:22 PM

New Delhi, Dec 2 (IANS) Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi on Tuesday said the Indian Navy's assertive stance during Operation Sindoor in May compelled the Pakistan Navy to stay confined to their ports and the Makran coast, preventing them from venturing into the open seas.

BLO dies in UP's Hathras, family blames excessive work pressure

IANS | December 2, 2025 3:13 PM

Hathras, Dec 2 (IANS) A Booth Level Officer (BLO) working under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise died suddenly in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh, on Tuesday, with his family alleging that excessive work pressure drove him into depression. The incident has heightened concerns about the workload and mental strain faced by officials involved in the exercise.

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Gujarat honours 115 'Cultural Soldiers' preserving state’s heritage

Over 1,825 MW capacity rooftop solar installed on 91,574 govt buildings

Cough syrup deaths: Over 700 manufacturers under intense scrutiny, says Anupriya Patel

PLI for specialty steel sees investments worth Rs 23,022 crore till Oct: Centre

Putin’s India visit to deepen strategic ties, boost trade and nuclear cooperation: Kremlin

Aggressive posturing during Op Sindoor kept Pak Navy locked in ports, says Indian Naval Chief

BLO dies in UP's Hathras, family blames excessive work pressure

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