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Demand for 'Khadi Tiranga' soars in Varanasi ahead of Independence Day

IANS | August 13, 2025 7:24 PM

Varanasi, Aug 13 (IANS) With Independence Day around the corner, preparations are in full swing across the country. The BJP's nationwide ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign has added to the patriotic fervour, and its impact is clearly visible in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's parliamentary constituency of Varanasi, where the demand for Khadi-made flags has surged sharply.

President Murmu to address nation tomorrow on eve of 79th Independence Day

IANS | August 13, 2025 7:24 PM

New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) President Droupadi Murmu will address the nation on Thursday, August 14, on the eve of the 79th Independence Day.

28 Tribal students from Gujarat's Tapi return from three day-educational tour at ISRO under govt's 'Project Vigyan Setu'

IANS | August 13, 2025 7:19 PM

Surat, Aug 13 (IANS) Students from some of the country's most remote tribal areas have just lived a dream -- one usually reserved for elite schools. For the first time in Gujarat, under the state government's Project Vigyan Setu, students from tribal belts returned from the Chennai's Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to Surat after a three day-educational tour.

Kerala HC serves ultimatum to Centre to decide on loan waiver for Wayanad landslide victims

IANS | August 13, 2025 6:59 PM

Kochi, Aug 13 (IANS) The Kerala High Court on Wednesday issued a stern ultimatum to the Central government, granting it one final opportunity to convey its decision on waiving off loans taken by victims of the Wayanad landslides.

Tiranga Yatra: Lucknow streets resonate with patriotism as citizens march with Tricolour; CM Yogi clicks selfies

IANS | August 13, 2025 6:58 PM

Lucknow, Aug 13 (IANS) The streets of the bustling city of Lucknow known for its iconic monuments and delicious street food started buzzing with high-intensity activity on Wednesday as people thronged the streets to participate in the Tiranga Yatra.

Humane stray dog plan needed, but climate is bigger fight: Acharya Prashant

IANS | August 13, 2025 6:36 PM

New Delhi, Aug 13 (IANS) Philosopher and author Acharya Prashant has urged a “humane and holistic” approach to controlling stray dog populations, responding to the Supreme Court’s directive to relocate all strays from Delhi-NCR to shelters within eight weeks.

Whatever ECI is doing is lawful, democratic: BJP's Rituraj Sinha slams Tejashwi Yadav over boycott threat

IANS | August 13, 2025 6:23 PM

Patna, Aug 13 (IANS) BJP leader Rituraj Sinha, on Wednesday, lashed out at the Leader of the Opposition in Bihar Assembly, Tejashwi Yadav, who has reiterated his threat to boycott the upcoming state elections.

West Bengal's Paschim Medinipur secures first place in formation of women's self-help groups

IANS | August 13, 2025 6:09 PM

West Midnapore, Aug 13 (IANS) Paschim Medinipur, popularly known as West Midnapore district, has secured the top position in West Bengal in the formation of women’s self-help groups (SHGs) and loan distribution. The district, located in the Jangalmahal region, also leads the state in the field of microfinance.

Gujarat approves Rs 1,478 crore industrial projects, creating over 4,100 jobs

IANS | August 13, 2025 4:51 PM

Gandhinagar, Aug 13 (IANS) The Gujarat government has approved applications from 22 major enterprises involving investments of Rs 1,478.71 crore, expected to generate more than 4,136 new jobs.

Gujarat to get 5th veterinary college in Himatnagar, admissions from next month

IANS | August 13, 2025 4:33 PM

Gandhinagar, Aug 13 (IANS) The Central government has approved the establishment of the Kamdhenu Veterinary College in Himatnagar under Kamdhenu University, with admissions for 80 seats set to begin next month for the academic year 2025-26.

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Demand for 'Khadi Tiranga' soars in Varanasi ahead of Independence Day

President Murmu to address nation tomorrow on eve of 79th Independence Day

28 Tribal students from Gujarat's Tapi return from three day-educational tour at ISRO under govt's 'Project Vigyan Setu'

Kerala HC serves ultimatum to Centre to decide on loan waiver for Wayanad landslide victims

Tiranga Yatra: Lucknow streets resonate with patriotism as citizens march with Tricolour; CM Yogi clicks selfies

Humane stray dog plan needed, but climate is bigger fight: Acharya Prashant

Whatever ECI is doing is lawful, democratic: BJP's Rituraj Sinha slams Tejashwi Yadav over boycott threat

West Bengal's Paschim Medinipur secures first place in formation of women's self-help groups

Gujarat approves Rs 1,478 crore industrial projects, creating over 4,100 jobs

Gujarat to get 5th veterinary college in Himatnagar, admissions from next month

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