India recommended to stage 2030 Commonwealth Games; Ahmedabad proposed as host city

IANS | October 16, 2025 12:14 AM

Ahmedabad, Oct 16 (IANS) In a landmark development for Indian sports, Ahmedabad has been recommended as the host city for the 24th Commonwealth Games, scheduled for 2030. The announcement was made during the Executive Board meeting of Commonwealth Sport, marking a historic moment as the Games will coincide with the centenary celebration of the Commonwealth Sport Movement.

Report of Sandalwood Development Committee launched

IANS | October 15, 2025 11:23 PM

New Delhi, Oct 15 (IANS) The Report of the Sandalwood Development Committee was launched at an event held on Wednesday in New Delhi. The report launching event was sponsored by the Federation of Indian Plywood and Panel Industry (FIPPI).

Baksa violence: Gaurav Gogoi blames Assam Police and Home Department

IANS | October 15, 2025 11:07 PM

Guwahati, Oct 15 (IANS) Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) President and Lok Sabha MP Gaurav Gogoi on Wednesday voiced strong concern over the “unprecedented and unfortunate” scenes that played out outside Baksa District Jail, urging people to uphold peace and calling out lapses in law enforcement.

Lower GST boosts consumer spending in the festive season

IANS | October 15, 2025 10:18 PM

Raipur, Oct 15 (IANS) The impact of the recently implemented Goods and Services Tax (GST) reform is becoming increasingly visible on the ground, with lower tax rates encouraging consumers to spend more, particularly amid the festive season.

CM Sai hails 'decisive blow' to Maoism as 27 surrender in Sukma, Raipur

IANS | October 15, 2025 10:11 PM

Raipur, Oct 15 (IANS) Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai today described the surrender of 27 active Maoists in Sukma district as a "decisive blow to Naxalism," signalling the onset of a new era of trust, security, and development in the strife-torn Bastar region.

Bihar polls: Tejashwi Yadav declares assets worth Rs 8.1 crore

IANS | October 15, 2025 9:51 PM

Patna, Oct 15 (IANS) Former Deputy Chief Minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav filed his nomination papers from the Raghopur assembly constituency in Vaishali district on Wednesday, marking his third consecutive contest from the seat.