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$11.5 billion Adani-IHC project to position Odisha as global aluminium supply hub

IANS | July 2, 2026 6:26 PM

Bhubaneswar, July 2 (IANS) The Rs 1.08 lakh crore ($11.5 billion) integrated greenfield aluminium project in Odisha, a 50:50 joint venture between Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) and Abu Dhabi-based International Resources Holding (IRH), an IHC Group company, is expected to be Odisha's largest foreign direct investment (FDI) proposal and India's largest FDI in the metallurgy sector, it was announced on Thursday.

Strong economic indicators back India's growth story

IANS | July 2, 2026 6:06 PM

New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) The latest economic indicators released by the Union government continue to underline the resilience of the Indian economy despite global uncertainties.

Ram Temple's offerings traded in shops under Champat Rai's supervision, alleges former karsevak

IANS | July 2, 2026 6:06 PM

Ayodhya, July 2 (IANS) Dharm Sena Bharat chief and former 'karsevak' Santosh Dubey on Thursday alleged that gold and silver ornaments and other precious offerings made at the Ram Temple but were reportedly missing now were traded in shops within Ayodhya and that Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust's former General Secretary Champat Rai was aware of it.

Gujarat: Mobile forensic vans attend more than 37,000 crime scenes in two years

IANS | July 2, 2026 5:55 PM

Gandhinagar, July 2 (IANS) Gujarat's network of Mobile Forensic Vans (MFVs) has attended more than 37,000 crime scenes over the past two years, providing on-site scientific support to police investigations as forensic evidence assumes greater importance under India's new criminal laws.

With prayers in Shimla, BJP does monsoon mock drill in Punjab to strengthen preparedness

Vishal Gulati | July 2, 2026 5:11 PM

Chandigarh/Shimla, July 2 (IANS) With the onset of the Southwest monsoon, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Himachal Pradesh on Thursday organised a 'Maharudra Hawan', praying for the protection of the state and well-being of the people, while its cadre in Punjab has started a ground-level assessment of flood preparedness in floodplains of rivers originating from the Himalayan state.

Bihar Governor, MoS Margherita to attend Khamenei's funeral in Iran

IANS | July 2, 2026 4:50 PM

New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) Bihar Governor Lieutenant General (Retired) Syed Ata Hasnain and Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita will visit Iran on Friday to attend the funeral ceremony of Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei on Saturday.

Success attracts jealously in politics: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat

IANS | July 2, 2026 4:44 PM

Nagpur, July 2 (IANS) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Chief Mohan Bhagwat said on Thursday that resilience during adversity is the secret for success, adding that in politics someone's success automatically makes detractors jealous.

Indian Railways' freight loading rises 4 pc to 142.21 million tonnes in June

IANS | July 2, 2026 4:27 PM

New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) Indian Railways registered growth in both freight transportation and passenger traffic during June 2026, with freight loading rising 4 per cent year-on-year and passenger numbers also recording a steady increase, according to an official statement issued on Thursday.

Faizabad Bar Association files complaint naming Champat Rai, others over Ram Temple embezzlement (Lead)

IANS | July 2, 2026 3:55 PM

Ayodhya, July 2 (IANS) The Faizabad Bar Association on Thursday submitted a formal complaint at the Ram Janmabhoomi police station in Ayodhya seeking the registration of an FIR against Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust's former General Secretary Champat Rai, former trustee Anil Mishra, and others regarding the alleged embezzlement of funds and donations at the Ram Temple.

Gen Seth calls on Defence Minister Singh after taking over as Army Chief

IANS | July 2, 2026 3:50 PM

New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) General Dhiraj Seth, who assumed charge as the 31st Chief of the Army Staff on July 1, called on Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday and outlined his plans for the Indian Army during this meeting.

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$11.5 billion Adani-IHC project to position Odisha as global aluminium supply hub

Strong economic indicators back India's growth story

Ram Temple's offerings traded in shops under Champat Rai's supervision, alleges former karsevak

Gujarat: Mobile forensic vans attend more than 37,000 crime scenes in two years

With prayers in Shimla, BJP does monsoon mock drill in Punjab to strengthen preparedness

Bihar Governor, MoS Margherita to attend Khamenei's funeral in Iran

Success attracts jealously in politics: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat

Indian Railways' freight loading rises 4 pc to 142.21 million tonnes in June

Faizabad Bar Association files complaint naming Champat Rai, others over Ram Temple embezzlement (Lead)

Gen Seth calls on Defence Minister Singh after taking over as Army Chief

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