India moving towards an innovation-driven economy: PM Modi

IANS | March 9, 2026 11:32 AM

New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday called upon academic institutions to transform their campuses into hubs of industry collaboration and research-driven learning to provide students with essential real-world exposure.

PM Modi pushes for 'care economy', youth empowerment at post-Budget webinar

IANS | March 9, 2026 11:13 AM

New Delhi, March 9 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday addressed the post-Budget webinar titled 'Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas – Fulfilling Aspirations of People', emphasising the role of sectors such as education, health, tourism, skills, sports and culture in meeting the expectations of citizens.

CEC faces protests while coming out after Puja at Kalighat temple in South Kolkata

IANS | March 9, 2026 11:06 AM

Kolkata, March 9 (IANS) The Chief Election Commissioner (CEC), Gyanesh Kumar, on Monday morning was faced with protests and displays of black flags and “Go-Back” posters by Trinamool Congress activists while he was coming out after offering Puja at the iconic Goddess Kali temple at Kalighat in South Kolkata, which is quite close to the residence of Chief Minister, Mamata Banerjee.