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Gujarat: Jamnagar’s multiple big-ticket projects amplify city’s growth prospects

IANS | April 28, 2026 6:24 PM

Jamnagar, April 28 (IANS) Jamnagar city, also known by the name of ‘Chhoti Kashi’ (Little Kashi), is taking big leaps of growth by advancing existing projects to fruition while laying the foundation for other ambitious and futuristic plans to augment the city’s road and infrastructure, while also providing umpteen benefits to the local population.

India credit card spending jumps 24 pc to Rs 2,194 billion

IANS | April 28, 2026 5:39 PM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) India’s credit card spending surged by 24 per cent in March, month-on-month, to Rs 2,194 billion, supported by seasonal factors and a low base, even as underlying trends indicated a normalisation in consumption growth, according to a report released on Tuesday.

Massive turnout at Mahila Sammelan in Varanasi; PM Modi to address 50,000 women

IANS | April 28, 2026 5:36 PM

Varanasi, April 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday participated in a grand 'Mahila Sammelan' in his parliamentary constituency Varanasi, where he is set to address a gathering of around 50,000 women.

Satadhar flyover eases congestion, boosts western connectivity in Ahmedabad

IANS | April 28, 2026 5:17 PM

Ahmedabad, April 28 (IANS) In a major boost to urban connectivity, a newly-constructed four-lane flyover at Satadhar Junction in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad city has significantly eased traffic congestion and made daily commuting easier for lakhs of residents in the western parts of the city.

Jammu & Kashmir gets Rs 8,000 crore road projects under PMGSY-IV

IANS | April 28, 2026 5:13 PM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) The government has sanctioned road projects worth nearly Rs 8,000 crore for Jammu & Kashmir under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)-IV, giving a major boost to rural connectivity, agriculture, and livelihoods in the region, the Ministry of Rural Development said on Tuesday.

Sweltering heat but thunderstorms later forecast for Bengal polls second phase voting day

IANS | April 28, 2026 5:03 PM

Kolkata, April 28 (IANS) The Kolkata Met office has predicted sweltering heat, with high possibility of thunderstorms accompanied by rain later in the day, on Wednesday, when the second and final phase of voting in West Bengal Assembly polls will be held.

No plan to hike fuel prices, govt assures amid West Asia tensions

IANS | April 28, 2026 4:53 PM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) The Centre on Tuesday said there is no proposal at present to increase retail fuel prices, seeking to calm concerns amid rising geopolitical tensions in West Asia that have impacted global energy markets.

India’s industrial production clocks 4.1 per cent growth in March

IANS | April 28, 2026 4:46 PM

New Delhi, March 30 (IANS) India's industrial production clocked a 4.1 per cent growth in March this year compared to the same month of the previous year, propelled by the manufacturing and mining sectors, according to data released by the Ministry of Statistics on Tuesday.

PM Modi gets grand welcome in Varanasi, women power in spotlight

IANS | April 28, 2026 4:33 PM

Varanasi, April 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in his parliamentary constituency Varanasi on Tuesday for a two-day visit, receiving a grand welcome at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport from Uttar Pradesh Governor Anandiben Patel, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and senior BJP leaders.

EAM Jaishankar and UNGA President discuss reformed multilateralism, SDGs and West Asia conflict

IANS | April 28, 2026 4:24 PM

New Delhi, April 28 (IANS) External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar held a meeting with United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) President Annalena Baerbock in New Delhi on Tuesday, discussing UN80, sustainable development goals (SDGs), Artificial Intelligence (AI) implications and the ongoing West Asia conflict.

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Gujarat: Jamnagar’s multiple big-ticket projects amplify city’s growth prospects

India credit card spending jumps 24 pc to Rs 2,194 billion

Massive turnout at Mahila Sammelan in Varanasi; PM Modi to address 50,000 women

Satadhar flyover eases congestion, boosts western connectivity in Ahmedabad

Jammu & Kashmir gets Rs 8,000 crore road projects under PMGSY-IV

Sweltering heat but thunderstorms later forecast for Bengal polls second phase voting day

No plan to hike fuel prices, govt assures amid West Asia tensions

India’s industrial production clocks 4.1 per cent growth in March

PM Modi gets grand welcome in Varanasi, women power in spotlight

EAM Jaishankar and UNGA President discuss reformed multilateralism, SDGs and West Asia conflict

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