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RSETI’s free vocational training brings new hope to rural women

IANS | August 10, 2025 6:46 PM

Burhanpur (Madhya Pradesh), Aug 10 (IANS) Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ongoing women empowerment initiative, rural women in Burhanpur district are scripting a new chapter of self-reliance. With the assistance from Ministry of Rural Development, a specialised beauty parlour training programme is being conducted for hundreds of housewives and young girls across the district at the RSETI (Rural Self Employment Training Institutes).

Justice must always reach people's doorsteps, says CJI Gavai

IANS | August 10, 2025 6:14 PM

Itanagar, Aug 10 (IANS) Chief Justice of India (CJI) B.R. Gavai said on Sunday that the judiciary, legislature, and executive are committed to serve the people and ensure speedy justice with least cost and efforts.

Incentivising infiltration: The US military's dangerous bet on Pakistan

IANS | August 10, 2025 5:57 PM

New Delhi, Aug 10 (IANS) As the Middle East approaches a new boiling point, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) finds itself at the heart of an escalating geopolitical storm - from defending Israel against Iranian missile barrages to containing the reach of Chinese influence across the Indian Ocean. In this high-stakes arena, operational clarity and strategic trust are non-negotiable. Yet, CENTCOM’s recent embrace of Pakistan—underscored by the award of the prestigious Nishan-e-Imtiaz (Military) to CENTCOM Commander General Michael Kurilla—raises troubling questions about the judgment guiding America’s military partnerships.

‘Tech Atmanirbhar Bharat': PM Modi urges Indian firms to prioritise country's needs

IANS | August 10, 2025 5:32 PM

Bengaluru, Aug 10 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday urged the country's tech companies to prioritise India’s needs in this particular sector instead of focusing on developing software and products for other countries.

Pakistan's all-weather friend China is its biggest defence exporter

IANS | August 10, 2025 5:26 PM

New Delhi, Aug 10 (IANS) As the geopolitical situation witnesses a turbulent phase with ongoing wars between Russia and Ukraine, and Israel and Palestine, the tense situation in the Middle East and Europe, the situation in the South Asian region is witnessing an era which could have serious repercussions for the security of the region.

From 'Look East' to 'Act East', India emerging a key player in Indian Ocean region

IANS | August 10, 2025 5:23 PM

New Delhi, Aug 10 (IANS) Over the past decade, India has steadily expanded its maritime vision, evolving from the regional focus of SAGAR -- Security and Growth for All in the Region -- to the globally aligned MAHASAGAR doctrine, with the Indo-Pacific at its strategic core.

Trump’s call to stop hiring foreign techies could be blessing in disguise for India

IANS | August 10, 2025 5:17 PM

New Delhi, Aug 10 (IANS) US President Donald Trump’s recent call for American tech giants to stop hiring foreign workers presents India with a rare opening to leap from the world's outsourced back office to the commanding heights of global technology leadership.

India now largest smartphone supplier to US, output up 6x in 11 years: IT Minister

IANS | August 10, 2025 5:14 PM

Mumbai, Aug 10 (IANS) India is now the largest supplier of smartphones to the United States, Union Railways & IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Sunday.

Women in Jaunpur lead the way in ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ flag production

IANS | August 10, 2025 5:10 PM

Jaunpur (Uttar Pradesh), Aug 10 (IANS) With Independence Day approaching, women from rural self-help groups (SHGs) in Jaunpur are making a significant contribution to the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign. Under the centrally sponsored National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM), 68 SHGs have taken up the task of making national flags, ahead of the government’s massive nationwide flag-hoisting initiative scheduled for August 13, 14, and 15.

FairPoint: Why Rahul Gandhi's desperation weakens his credibility

Deepika Bhan | August 10, 2025 4:22 PM

New Delhi, Aug 10 (IANS) When Congress leader Rahul Gandhi 'exposed' anomalies in the voter list of Karnataka's Mahadevapura Assembly constituency, it was hailed by his party and allies as a move that exposed the BJP and its victories at the Centre and in states.

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RSETI’s free vocational training brings new hope to rural women

Justice must always reach people's doorsteps, says CJI Gavai

Incentivising infiltration: The US military's dangerous bet on Pakistan

‘Tech Atmanirbhar Bharat': PM Modi urges Indian firms to prioritise country's needs

Pakistan's all-weather friend China is its biggest defence exporter

From 'Look East' to 'Act East', India emerging a key player in Indian Ocean region

Trump’s call to stop hiring foreign techies could be blessing in disguise for India

India now largest smartphone supplier to US, output up 6x in 11 years: IT Minister

Women in Jaunpur lead the way in ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ flag production

FairPoint: Why Rahul Gandhi's desperation weakens his credibility

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