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Gwalior beneficiaries thrive under PM Vishwakarma scheme with financial support and training
Gwalior, April 1 (IANS) The central government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi is running several welfare schemes aimed at benefiting the poor and marginalised sections of society. Among these, the Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana has proven to be a blessing for those seeking to become self-reliant through their traditional trades. Under this scheme, the Madhya Pradesh government has sanctioned loans worth millions of rupees to thousands of needy families, enabling them to strengthen their livelihoods and live a better life.
PM Vishwakarma scheme brings economic relief & self-reliance to artisans in MP’s Damoh
Damoh, April 1 (IANS) Bundelkhand in Madhya Pradesh holds immense potential for business and employment opportunities, yet migration remains the region's biggest challenge.
IPL 2025: PBKS strike early, but late blitz by Badoni, Samad lifts LSG to 171/7
Lucknow, April 1 (IANS) Arshdeep Singh took (3-43) but Nicholas Pooran's 44 and Ayush Badoni's 41 helped Lucknow Super Giants reach 171/7 after 20 overs against Punjab Kings in Match 13 of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025, here at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium.
Operation Brahma: India continues humanitarian assistance to quake-hit Myanmar
New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) India’s commitment to aiding Myanmar following the devastating earthquake on March 28 remained steadfast, as the country dispatched further assistance to address the urgent needs of the affected population on Tuesday.
International
PM Modi discusses Antarctica cooperation, trade with 'important partner' Chilean Prez
New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday described Chile as an "important friend and partner" for India in Latin America and reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening cooperation across various sectors, including Antarctica exploration, health security, trade, and strategic partnerships.
India-Thailand ties heading for a boost with PM Modi's visit
New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) India and Thailand's warm bilateral relations are heading for an upgrade with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Southeast Asian nation.
China's provocations threaten regional peace, says Taiwan after Beijing's military drills
Taipei, April 1 (IANS) Strongly condemning China's joint military drill around Taiwan, Taipei on Tuesday said that Beijing's provocations are threatening regional peace.
More relief, medical supplies: India continues humanitarian aid to Myanmar
New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) In the face of a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar’s Mandalay region, India swiftly extended a helping hand through a remarkable humanitarian mission. The Indian Army and Navy mobilised their resources with unwavering resolve, providing both immediate rescue support and long-term aid to the affected communities.
Science & Technology
UPI transaction volume up 13.5 pc in March, value at record Rs 24.77 lakh crore
New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) saw a 13.59 per cent increase (on-month) in transaction volume at 18.3 billion in the month of March, from 16.11 billion in February, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) data showed on Tuesday.
Sensex plunges nearly 2 pc amid US reciprocal tariff concerns
Mumbai, April 1 (IANS) Indian stock markets on Tuesday witnessed a sharp decline on the first trading day of the new financial year. The fall came as investors reacted to global market concerns, especially the upcoming US reciprocal tariffs on April 2.
Centre doubles down on schemes to achieve ‘Anaemia Mukt Bharat’
New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) In a bid to achieve 'Anaemia Mukt Bharat' (AMB), rice fortification initiative was scaled up in a phased manner, and by March 2024, all custom-milled rice has been replaced with fortified rice in every scheme, the government said on Tuesday.
Reel mania puts Indian kids’ eye health in danger, warn leading ophthalmologists
New Delhi, April 1 (IANS) Leading ophthalmologists on Tuesday warned that they are witnessing a sharp increase in cases of dry eye syndrome, myopia progression, eye strain and even early-onset squinting in children who spend hours watching reels on various social media platforms.