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J&K: Doda residents reap benefits of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana

IANS | July 26, 2025 7:15 PM

Doda, July 26 (IANS) Residents of the Bhaderwah block in Doda district, Jammu and Kashmir, are expressing immense gratitude towards the central government for the successful implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY). The scheme, aimed at providing housing for the underprivileged, has transformed the lives of many families who previously lived without proper shelter.

'New normal is strong retaliation, India won’t hold back': JP Nadda at Kargil Vijay Diwas

IANS | July 26, 2025 7:09 PM

New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) National President J.P. Nadda on Saturday addressed the ‘Kargil Vijay Diwas Samaroh’ at the BJP headquarters in the capital, reiterating the government’s unwavering stance on national security and retaliation against terror threats.

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta greets 201 working women on getting interest-free loans

IANS | July 26, 2025 6:23 PM

New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday interacted with 201 working women in north Delhi’s Burari area who received interest-free loans to help strengthen their businesses and improve livelihoods.

PM Modi tops global 'Democratic Leader Approval Ratings' yet again, leaves Trump behind

IANS | July 26, 2025 6:20 PM

New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has once again emerged as the most popular democratic leader globally, securing the top spot in the latest ‘Democratic Leader Approval Ratings’ released by US-based intelligence firm Morning Consult. With a remarkable 75 per cent approval rating, PM Modi continues to lead the international stage in public opinion.

Bihar SIR: Petitioner ADR slams exclusion of Aadhaar from list of documents

IANS | July 26, 2025 5:14 PM

New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Ahead of a Supreme Court hearing on Monday over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar, petitioner Association of Democratic Reforms (ADR) has challenged the grounds on which the ECI excluded Aadhaar and ration cards as documentary proofs, a lawyer said on Saturday.

Kargil Vijay Diwas: Uttarakhand CM raises ex-gratia for 'Param Vir Chakra' awardees to Rs 1.5 crore

IANS | July 26, 2025 4:12 PM

Dehradun, July 26 (IANS) On the solemn occasion of Kargil Vijay Diwas, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Saturday announced a significant increase in ex-gratia compensation for India’s most decorated war heroes. Soldiers awarded the Param Vir Chakra, India’s highest military honour, will now receive Rs 1.5 crore, a threefold increase from the previous Rs 50 lakh.

‘Not Indira is India era’: Udit Raj’s ‘Rahul Gandhi as second Ambedkar’ remark sparks row

IANS | July 26, 2025 4:01 PM

New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) A controversial statement by Congress leader Udit Raj, equating Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi with B.R. Ambedkar, has triggered sharp reactions from across the political spectrum, with several leaders terming it a "crude joke" and an "insult" to the Father of the Indian Constitution.

Indian Army commemorates 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas with pride and gratitude

IANS | July 26, 2025 3:48 PM

New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) The Indian Army marked the 26th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas with solemn ceremonies and nationwide tributes to honour the valour of soldiers who made the supreme sacrifice during the 1999 Kargil War.

Piyush Goyal lauds India-UK deal as most 'important' one, slams UPA-era pacts

IANS | July 26, 2025 3:46 PM

New Delhi, July 26 (IANS) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday hailed the India-UK free trade agreement (FTA) as a 'game-changing' deal that provides immense opportunities and benefits to farmers, businessmen, MSME sectors, young professionals and fishermen.

Kargil hero Nawab Wasim survived 7 bullets, fought on - now trains future football stars

IANS | July 26, 2025 3:45 PM

Ramnagar, July 26 (IANS) Every year, as India marks Kargil Vijay Diwas on July 26, the nation salutes the bravery and sacrifice of its soldiers who repelled enemy forces from the icy heights of Kargil in 1999. Among the countless tales of valour, one that continues to inspire generations is that of Subedar Major Nawab Wasim ur Rehman, a war hero from Ramnagar, Uttarakhand, who stood his ground and kept fighting for 20 minutes even after being hit by seven bullets.

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J&K: Doda residents reap benefits of Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana

'New normal is strong retaliation, India won’t hold back': JP Nadda at Kargil Vijay Diwas

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta greets 201 working women on getting interest-free loans

PM Modi tops global 'Democratic Leader Approval Ratings' yet again, leaves Trump behind

Bihar SIR: Petitioner ADR slams exclusion of Aadhaar from list of documents

Kargil Vijay Diwas: Uttarakhand CM raises ex-gratia for 'Param Vir Chakra' awardees to Rs 1.5 crore

‘Not Indira is India era’: Udit Raj’s ‘Rahul Gandhi as second Ambedkar’ remark sparks row

Indian Army commemorates 26th Kargil Vijay Diwas with pride and gratitude

Piyush Goyal lauds India-UK deal as most 'important' one, slams UPA-era pacts

Kargil hero Nawab Wasim survived 7 bullets, fought on - now trains future football stars

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