UP: Jaunpur resident shares how he saved Rs 10,000 in two months with PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana

IANS | June 10, 2025 5:15 PM

Jaunpur, June 10 (IANS) The Central government’s PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana, launched earlier this year, is already delivering significant financial relief to households across the country. In Uttar Pradesh's Jaunpur, a resident has reported saving nearly Rs 10,000 on electricity bills in just two months, thanks to the installation of solar panels under this scheme.

Chhattisgarh: Beneficiaries express gratitude as 'Chawal Utsav' brings timely rice distribution in Jashpur

IANS | June 10, 2025 3:39 PM

Jashpur, June 10 (IANS) Beneficiaries in Jashpur district have expressed satisfaction and gratitude as the Chhattisgarh government's 'Chawal Utsav' (Rice Festival) successfully ensures advance rice distribution under the state’s food security initiative. The event, held from June 1 to June 7, aims to provide uninterrupted access to essential food supplies ahead of the monsoon season.

Bengal Assembly session: BJP stages walkout over CM Mamata’s remarks on OBC survey

IANS | June 10, 2025 3:23 PM

Kolkata, June 10 (IANS) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, while addressing the Assembly on the second day of the monsoon session on Tuesday, accused the opposition BJP of 'unnecessarily' making controversies over the new list of Other Backward Class (OBC) communities prepared by the state government following a directive from the Supreme Court.