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Indian auto industry sees its biggest-ever August sales at over 24.23 lakh units, up 17.51 pc

IANS | September 7, 2026 9:15 AM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) The Indian auto retail industry saw its biggest-ever August sales at 24,23,201 units, up 17.51 per cent year-on-year, as two-wheelers, passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles, tractors and three-wheelers each set fresh August records, the data released by the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA) showed on Monday.

Delhi building collapse: Four receiving treatment at AIIMS trauma centre; one discharged

IANS | September 7, 2026 7:48 AM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) Out of the 11 people rescued from the Delhi building collapse site, six were declared dead, three patients are being treated at the trauma centre, while one with a minor injury was discharged after observation, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Trauma Centre said in a statement on Monday.

Sergio Gor meets Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, says his journey shows US-India space cooperation

IANS | September 7, 2026 12:11 AM

New Delhi, Sep 7 (IANS) US Ambassador to India, Sergio Gor, on Sunday met Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian astronaut to travel to the International Space Station and said his journey showcases US-India space cooperation.

PM Modi hails consecration of BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Paris as milestone for India-France cultural ties

IANS | September 6, 2026 11:59 PM

New Delhi/Paris, Sep 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended his heartfelt congratulations on the consecration of the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir near Paris, describing it as a significant addition to India's cultural presence in Europe and a new chapter in India-France relations.

63rd Indo-Naga ceasefire day commemorated as Nagaland Peace Day in Mokokchung

IANS | September 6, 2026 11:40 PM

Kohima, Sep 6 (IANS) The 63rd Indo-Naga Ceasefire Day was commemorated as Nagaland Peace Day on Sunday at the historic Peace Talk Camp at Yimyu Hilltop, Khensa, in Nagaland’s Mokokchung district, where the 1964 Indo-Naga bilateral ceasefire was facilitated by the Peace Mission of the Nagaland Baptist Church Council (NBCC).

Nepal: India continues search and rescue operations in Chilime Tunnel

IANS | September 6, 2026 11:09 PM

Kathmandu, Sep 6 (IANS) India's tunnel rescue team is continuing its operations despite challenging conditions and poor access, India's Ambassador to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava, said on Sunday.

From Gun to Gram Sabha: What real rehabilitation looks like

Bhaavna Arora | September 6, 2026 10:48 PM

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) For decades, the story of Left-Wing Extremism was written through ambushes, landmines, armed squads and funerals. Today, in parts of Maharashtra's Gadchiroli, another story is being written. Its images are quieter -- a former Maoist discussing Gram Sabha rights, surrendered cadres rebuilding their homes, young people entering classrooms and workplaces, and men and women once trained for conflict learning to live without fear.

Delhi building collapse: Death toll rises to 3, workers continue rescue operation

IANS | September 6, 2026 9:57 PM

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) At least three people were killed, and nine injured, with several others feared trapped under the debris as a building with a basement and five floors collapsed in south Delhi's Satya Niketan area on Sunday, a police official said.

Indian pharma sector must lead in research and development, new molecules, biotech: Piyush Goyal

IANS | September 6, 2026 9:55 PM

New Delhi, Sep 6 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday said that India must build resilient, globally integrated healthcare supply chains, strengthen its position as a trusted healthcare partner of the world and move beyond its success in generics towards greater research, development and innovation.

In UP’s Hardoi, Har Ghar Jal beneficiaries share transition from water shortages to potable water availability

IANS | September 6, 2026 9:41 PM

Lucknow, Sep 6 (IANS) Jal Jeevan Mission, a flagship scheme of the Central government designed to provide clean and safe drinking water, has brought significant transformation in the lives of villagers across the country.

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Indian auto industry sees its biggest-ever August sales at over 24.23 lakh units, up 17.51 pc

Delhi building collapse: Four receiving treatment at AIIMS trauma centre; one discharged

Sergio Gor meets Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, says his journey shows US-India space cooperation

PM Modi hails consecration of BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Paris as milestone for India-France cultural ties

63rd Indo-Naga ceasefire day commemorated as Nagaland Peace Day in Mokokchung

Nepal: India continues search and rescue operations in Chilime Tunnel

From Gun to Gram Sabha: What real rehabilitation looks like

Delhi building collapse: Death toll rises to 3, workers continue rescue operation

Indian pharma sector must lead in research and development, new molecules, biotech: Piyush Goyal

In UP’s Hardoi, Har Ghar Jal beneficiaries share transition from water shortages to potable water availability

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