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PM Modi slams ‘parivarvad’, says BJP restored legacy of Ambedkar and Patel

IANS | December 25, 2025 6:07 PM

Lucknow, Dec 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday claimed that there were attempts to erase the contributions of national icons like Babasaheb Ambedkar and Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, after Independence, and it was the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government which prioritised restoration of their enduring legacy and also ensured that they “got their rightful due”.

GST reforms, RDI scheme strengthened Indian pharma in 2025, innovation & access key for 2026

IANS | December 25, 2025 6:03 PM

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS)With GST reforms and Research Development Incentive (RDI) Scheme, the year 2025 has been a crucial turning point for Indian pharma, said industry experts on Thursday, while highlighting innovation and increased access as key factors for the sector’s growth in 2026.

Andhra marching towards ‘Quantum Yug’: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

IANS | December 25, 2025 6:01 PM

Amaravati, Dec 25 (IANS) Union Minister of Agriculture Shivraj Singh Chouhan stated that Andhra Pradesh is marching towards ‘Quantum Yug’ and expressed hope that Amaravati will emerge as a great capital city in future.

Youth have a decisive role in making India world leader: Rajasthan Guv

IANS | December 25, 2025 5:31 PM

Jaipur, Dec 25 (IANS) Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagade said on Thursday that a convocation ceremony symbolises a new beginning in a student’s life.

After inaugurating Prerna Sthal in Lucknow, PM Modi recalls timeless legacy of three national icons

IANS | December 25, 2025 5:20 PM

Lucknow, Dec 25 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Rashtriya Prerna Sthal in Lucknow on Thursday and led the nation in remembering the timeless legacy of three national icons -- Dr Shyama Prasad Mookerjee, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, and Former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.

HM Amit Shah declares MP future hub for MSMEs, notes India's Forex reserves hitting $700 Bn mark

IANS | December 25, 2025 5:02 PM

Gwalior, Dec 25 (IANS) Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah asserted that Madhya Pradesh is poised to emerge as a major hub for small, medium, and cottage industries, thanks to its low operational costs and proactive policies.

Hindus should unite to avoid situation like Bangladesh in India: Dhirendra Shastri

IANS | December 25, 2025 4:18 PM

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) Amid atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh, prominent spiritual leaders on Thursday called for unity among Hindus in India, asserting that collective action was necessary to prevent a similar situation from unfolding in the country.

Congress slams Mithun Chakraborty over ‘don’t let Bengal turn into Bangladesh’ remark

IANS | December 25, 2025 4:14 PM

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) Actor-turned-politician Mithun Chakraborty has landed in a political controversy after urging Hindu supporters of the Left, the Congress, and the Trinamool Congress to unite against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The Congress on Thursday criticised the remark, accusing Chakraborty of making divisive and inflammatory statements.

Shubhanshu Shukla, NISAR mission take India to new heights in 2025; all eyes on Ganganyaan in 2026

IANS | December 25, 2025 4:13 PM

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) From Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla becoming the first Indian to visit the International Space Station (ISS) to the country getting the first private earth imaging satellite constellation, the Indian space sector added many firsts in 2025. The year 2026 will be marked by critical milestones beginning with the first uncrewed Ganganyaan mission.

Rural roads built under PM scheme to link India’s villages cross 7.87 lakh km mark

IANS | December 25, 2025 4:05 PM

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) Celebrating 25 years in 2025, the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) stands out as one of India’s most impactful rural infrastructure initiatives. Launched to ensure all-weather connectivity to previously unconnected rural habitations, the programme has emerged as a key enabler of agricultural growth, employment generation, improved access to education and health services, and poverty alleviation.

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PM Modi slams ‘parivarvad’, says BJP restored legacy of Ambedkar and Patel

GST reforms, RDI scheme strengthened Indian pharma in 2025, innovation & access key for 2026

Andhra marching towards ‘Quantum Yug’: Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Youth have a decisive role in making India world leader: Rajasthan Guv

After inaugurating Prerna Sthal in Lucknow, PM Modi recalls timeless legacy of three national icons

HM Amit Shah declares MP future hub for MSMEs, notes India's Forex reserves hitting $700 Bn mark

Hindus should unite to avoid situation like Bangladesh in India: Dhirendra Shastri

Congress slams Mithun Chakraborty over ‘don’t let Bengal turn into Bangladesh’ remark

Shubhanshu Shukla, NISAR mission take India to new heights in 2025; all eyes on Ganganyaan in 2026

Rural roads built under PM scheme to link India’s villages cross 7.87 lakh km mark

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