Over 1.4 lakh food processing projects approved under MoFPI schemes: Minister

IANS | August 1, 2025 7:00 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) In a push to strengthen food processing infrastructure and support the vision of Viksit Bharat, the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) is actively incentivising the establishment and expansion of food processing units across the country, the Parliament was informed on Friday.

Surat businessmen bag Rs 100 crore Tricolour flags order ahead of Independence Day

IANS | August 1, 2025 6:33 PM

Surat, Aug 1 (IANS) As the nation gears up to celebrate 79th Independence Day, a wave of patriotism has triggered massive demand for the national flag under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign. Riding on this surge, Surat - Asia’s largest textile hub - has emerged as a key supplier of Tricolour flags, with local businessmen receiving orders worth Rs 100 crore.

Faith across frontiers: The Swaminarayan tradition and global Hindu identity

IANS | August 1, 2025 5:29 PM

New Delhi, Aug 1 (IANS) While you wander the vast streets of Delhi, the majestic silhouette of Swaminarayan Akshardham attracts your attention – a quiet colossal amidst the city’s chaos. Deboard a train at the bustling Dadar station in Mumbai, and the graceful BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir greets you as you enter the city’s dynamic commotion.