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Cabinet okays 3 pc hike in DA for Central govt staff, DR for pensioners

IANS | October 1, 2025 4:02 PM

New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved the release of an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance (DA) to Central government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) to pensioners with effect from July 1, 2025, representing an increase of 3 per cent over the existing rate of 55 per cent of the basic pay/pension, to compensate them against the price rise.

Cabinet approves 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas with over Rs 5,862 crore outlay

IANS | October 1, 2025 3:38 PM

New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) To facilitate the educational needs of the wards of Central government employees, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Wednesday approved opening of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) under the civil sector across the country with an outlay of more than Rs 5,862 crore, spread over a period of nine years from 2026-27.

Rajnath Singh lauds DAD's 'silent yet crucial' role during Operation Sindoor

IANS | October 1, 2025 3:27 PM

New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday lauded the “silent, yet crucial role of Defence Accounts Department (DAD)” during the Operation Sindoor, which ensured “efficient resource utilisation, financial management and war preparedness”.

First ‘Made in India’ Airbus H125 helicopter expected in early 2027

IANS | October 1, 2025 3:23 PM

New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) The delivery of the first ‘Made in India’ Airbus H125 helicopter is expected in early 2027 which will be available for exports in the South Asian region as well, it was announced on Wednesday.

RBI’s steady and cautious outlook gives confidence to businesses, investors: Industry chambers

IANS | October 1, 2025 2:26 PM

New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) Leading industry chambers on Wednesday expressed delight on the RBI’s move to keep the repo rate steady at 5.5 per cent with a ‘neutral’ stance, saying that this shows a balanced approach to supporting growth while keeping an eye on inflation.

Portions of US govt shuts down, employees on furlough

IANS | October 1, 2025 2:21 PM

New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) Large portions of the US government officially shut down on Wednesday as US President Donald Trump and Congress could not reach an agreement on a spending bill, resulting in thousands of non-essential federal employees being placed on leave.

Security forces foil major Maoist conspiracy in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur forest

IANS | October 1, 2025 1:56 PM

Raipur, Oct 1 (IANS) In a significant breakthrough in the ongoing anti-Naxal operations, the Cobra 208 Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) uncovered a massive cache of explosives and daily-use materials hidden by Maoists in the dense forests of the FOB Kauragutta area, under the jurisdiction of Police Station Pamed in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur district.

India added more than 1 billionaire every week in 2025: Hurun Report

IANS | October 1, 2025 1:55 PM

New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) India’s billionaire club is growing at a record pace, with the country adding more than one billionaire every week this year, a new report said on Wednesday.

Final voter list of Patna: 48,15,294 in 14 Assembly constituencies

IANS | October 1, 2025 1:49 PM

Patna, Oct 1 (IANS) The final voter list for all 14 Assembly constituencies of Patna district was officially released under the Election Commission of India’s directive, following a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process.

100 years of RSS: PM Modi releases coin featuring Bharat Mata, stamp recalling 1963 R-Day parade

IANS | October 1, 2025 1:37 PM

New Delhi, Oct 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday released a specially designed commemorative postage stamp and a silver coin to mark the centenary celebrations of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), highlighting the organisation's contribution to the nation.

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Cabinet okays 3 pc hike in DA for Central govt staff, DR for pensioners

Cabinet approves 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas with over Rs 5,862 crore outlay

Rajnath Singh lauds DAD's 'silent yet crucial' role during Operation Sindoor

First ‘Made in India’ Airbus H125 helicopter expected in early 2027

RBI’s steady and cautious outlook gives confidence to businesses, investors: Industry chambers

Portions of US govt shuts down, employees on furlough

Security forces foil major Maoist conspiracy in Chhattisgarh's Bijapur forest

India added more than 1 billionaire every week in 2025: Hurun Report

Final voter list of Patna: 48,15,294 in 14 Assembly constituencies

100 years of RSS: PM Modi releases coin featuring Bharat Mata, stamp recalling 1963 R-Day parade

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