Bengali mandatory in all govt departments from September 1: CM Adhikari

IANS | July 20, 2026 12:43 PM

Kolkata, July 20 (IANS) On the first day of the extended Budget Session, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced in the Assembly that from September 1, the use of Bengali as the official language will be obligatory in the operations of every government department in West Bengal.

Assam Flood: Indian Army launches 'Operation Jal Rahat'

IANS | July 20, 2026 12:43 PM

Guwahati, July 20 (IANS) The Indian Army has launched 'Operation Jal Rahat' to support the Assam government in large-scale rescue and relief operations as worsening floods continue to inundate several parts of eastern Assam, severely affecting thousands of people across seven districts, officials said on Monday.

President Murmu to honour Rajasthan mother who designed special chair for son with cerebral palsy

IANS | July 20, 2026 12:04 PM

Jaipur, July 20 (IANS) When a school refused admission to her son because he couldn't sit independently, Neha Solanki chose not to accept defeat. Instead, the psychologist and mother embarked on a mission that has now earned her national recognition. On July 31, President Droupadi Murmu will honour Neha with the Grassroots Innovator Recognition 2026 by NITI Aayog's Atal Innovation Mission for designing an innovative adaptive chair for children with cerebral palsy.

Parliament has experienced MPs, nation needs their knowledge, says PM Modi

IANS | July 20, 2026 11:23 AM

New Delhi, July 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that amid global uncertainties, India requires the knowledge of experienced parliamentarians to ensure the Parliament functions smoothly, to facilitate meaningful discussions, and to foster a collective determination to advance the nation.

Monsoon Session: Potential, aspirations of youth as boundless as space, says PM Modi

IANS | July 20, 2026 10:45 AM

New Delhi, July 20 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed hope that both the monsoon season and the Monsoon Session of Parliament are productive for the nation, while also hailing the youth of the nation for achieving numerous milestones, stating that the potential and aspirations of the youth are as "boundless as space" itself.