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Chhattisgarh: CRPF foil Maoist plot; recover and destroy two IEDs

IANS | December 25, 2025 7:33 PM

Raipur/Bijapur, Dec 25 (IANS) In a significant victory against Left-Wing Extremism on Christmas Day, security forces from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) successfully thwarted a potentially devastating Maoist attack by recovering and neutralising two high-powered Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) in the restive Bijapur district, police officials said.

Mumbai gets 2nd airport as Navi Mumbai International Airport starts operations

IANS | December 25, 2025 6:59 PM

Ahmedabad, Dec 25 (IANS) Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) began commercial operations on Thursday -- marking a major milestone for Mumbai’s aviation sector and India’s infrastructure growth.

Jharkhand: Garhwa residents elated over launch of five fisheries projects

IANS | December 25, 2025 6:37 PM

Ranchi, Dec 25 (IANS) The launch of a slew of projects in Jharkhand by the Department of Fisheries, with five in the Garhwa region alone, has left the residents excited and enthused as they expect this to bring a notable change in their livelihood and also augment income-generation for the fish farmers.

India-Nepal trade poised to double in next five years: Report

IANS | December 25, 2025 6:09 PM

New Delhi, Dec 25 (IANS) Strengthening business linkages and sustained investment flows between India and Nepal are expected to drive bilateral trade into a new growth phase, with volumes likely to double by 2030, according to an article in Nepalese media.

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.

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Chhattisgarh: CRPF foil Maoist plot; recover and destroy two IEDs

Mumbai gets 2nd airport as Navi Mumbai International Airport starts operations

Jharkhand: Garhwa residents elated over launch of five fisheries projects

India-Nepal trade poised to double in next five years: Report

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

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