Bhubaneswar: Revenue and disaster management minister Suresh Pujari on Friday asserted the govt is committed to winning the hearts of the people in the disputed Kotia region, for which Odisha and Andhra Pradesh have been in a legal tussle over jurisdiction for over six decades.Pujari, who leads a newly formed 16-member committee dedicated to the development of Kotia, chaired the panel's inaugural meeting. "A comprehensive road map for the region's all-round development will be prepared within a ...Read More
Morbi pretium leo et nisl aliquam mollis. Quisque arcu lorem, ultricies quis pellentesque nec, ullamcorper eu odio. After days of fluctuating around the $105,000 range, Bitcoin appears to be succumbing to pressure from bears and profit-taking from traders. The most recent 24 hours were marked by Bitcoin losing its hold on the $105,000 price level, crashing until it rebounded at a lower support range around $101,000. However, technical analysis of Bitcoin's daily candlestick timeframe chart sho...Read More
Jammu: Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Friday termed the inauguration of the Chenab and Anji rail bridges by Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a "historic moment" in the region's development journey."What a momentous day! June 6, 2025, will go down in history. Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji inaugurated the Chenab Bridge, the world's highest railway arch bridge, and the Anji Bridge, India's first cable-stayed rail bridge -- making the dream of connecting Kashmir to Kanyakuma...Read More
Bhubaneswar: The state cabinet, under the chairmanship of chief minister Mohan Charan Majhi, on Friday approved a comprehensive five-year biotechnology development scheme with an outlay of Rs 1,113.50 crore. The programme will be implemented from 2025-26 to 2029-30.The 'Development of Biotechnology' initiative, comprising 17 sub-schemes, aims to transform Odisha into a knowledge-driven bio-economy by leveraging the state's rich biodiversity and existing research infrastructure."This scheme will ...Read More
Mumbai: Observing that if this court exercises discretion in favour of applicant it will give a wrong message to society, a sessions court on Monday rejected the bail plea of advocate Vinaykumar Khatu, who is accused of defrauding a Delhi-based 74-year-old woman, a client, of Rs 2.57 crore by allegedly presenting her with forged orders purportedly issued by Bombay high court. "This court cannot ignore the antecedent of applicant. Admittedly, two offences were registered against applicant for mis...Read More
Srinagar: Before towering cranes and cutting-edge engineering transformed the Himalayan landscape, the monumental dream of connecting "Kashmir to Kanyakumari" by rail began with the plodding footsteps of humble mules. This extraordinary backstory underpins the official realization of the Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 6, 2025, a project crowned by the awe-inspiring Chenab Bridge. According to Afcons Infrastructure Limited, the ...Read More
Srinagar: Imagine gliding effortlessly above the clouds atop the world's highest railway bridge, with panoramic views of snow-capped peaks, lush green valleys, and rivers carving their way through rugged mountains. This is the experience Kashmir's first high-speed train journey offers -- promising to transform travel and tourism in the region forever. On Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated two cutting-edge Vande Bharat trains running between Katra and Srinagar, slashing travel time...Read More
KATRA, June 6 : Referring to the recently discovered large stores of Lithium reserves in the same vicinity and district Reasi where PM Narendra Modi today inaugurated the world's highest railway bridge, the Chenab Bridge, Union Minister of State in PMO Dr Jitendra Singh said that these huge lithium reserves will be the key to India achieving the target of "Net Zero by 2070" carbon emissions by 2070. He said this while addressing a public gathering in Katra to welcome Prime Minister Narendra Mod...Read More
KATRA, June 6: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, who has repeatedly been projecting demand for restoration of Statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, once again reiterated the demand today but in a lighter vein and also pointed out his demotion from Chief Minister of a State to the Union Territory during past 11 years. Addressing the gathering at the stadium here in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi who flagged off first train to the Valley from holy town of Katra, the base camp of Shri Mata Vai...Read More
KATRA, June 6: Railway Minister Ashwani Vaishnaw today said that the dream of connecting Kashmir to the rest of the country through a railway link has become a reality due to the determination and sharp focus of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. "The nation had cherished the dream of this railway line for decades. There were great challenges in its construction, such as tall mountains and deep valleys. Instead of trying to conquer nature, working in harmony with nature, this railway line has become...Read More
Kota: In a major bank fraud, a relationship manager of ICICI Bank, Sakshi Gupta, has allegedly siphoned off Rs 4.58 crore from customer accounts in Kota city.The accused worked at Shriram Nagar branch of DCM area in Kota and committed the fraud during the 2020-23 period. She was arrested by the Udhyog Nagar police on May 31 following investigation. The crime first came to light on Feb 18 ,following which the branch manager lodged a complaint with the police.According to police, for around two-an...Read More
SRINAGAR: Minister for Agriculture Production Department, Rural Development Department and Panchayati Raj, Javid Ahmad Dar, has extended Eid-ul-Adha greetings to the people of Jammu & Kashmir. The Minister wished that the blessed festival bring peace, prosperity and joy to all. Let us come together to celebrate the true spirit of sacrifice and compassion that defines Eid-ul-Adha, he asserted. The Minister prayed for well-being and happiness of all citizens and expressed hope that the festival ...Read More
Lucknow: Days after the chairman of 16th Finance Commission Arvind Panagariya said that Uttar Pradesh, like many other states, had demanded increase in state's share from existing 41% to 50%, state finance minister Suresh Khanna said that such a demand has been raised by other states too and it is justified as UP has being doing better on several parameters.The UP govt's thrust before the 16th Finance Commission was on UP's share in central taxes which should be 20.47% against 17.93% it got in 1...Read More
Lucknow: A man accused of kidnapping and raping a three-year-old girl in Lucknow was killed in an encounter with police in the early hours of Friday. The accused was identified as Deepak Verma, 24.Police said he was a habitual offender, and several criminal cases were lodged against him at various police stations. Police had announced a reward of Rs 1 lakh for any information leading to his arrest.On Thursday, a complaint was registered at Alambagh police station that a three-year-old girl was k...Read More
During a June 2 earnings call, Vodafone Idea CEO Akshaya Moondra stated that the company remains engaged with the Union government to seek a resolution. On May 19, 2025, a two-judge bench comprising Justices J.B. Pardiwala and R. Mahadevan dismissed petitions filed by Vodafone Idea, Bharti Airtel, and the Tata Group under Article 32, which sought waivers on AGR interest and penalties. The court reaffirmed that the matter had been conclusively settled through its 2019 ruling and subsequent revie...Read More
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar acknowledged Central Asian countries' support in condemning the Pahalgam terror attack. He highlighted the strengthened ties over millennia, marked by increased trade, economic cooperation, and educational exchanges. India remains a trusted development partner, focusing on various sectors like trade, investment, and technology, aiming for a deeper partnership.External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, while delivering his opening remarks at the 4th India-Centr...Read More
Katra, June 06: The Chamber of Tourism, Trade and Industry Katra (CTTIK) Friday extended heartfelt gratitude to the Prime Minister Narendra Modi for inaugurating and flagging off the much-anticipated Vande Bharat Express on the Katra-Srinagar railway line. This significant milestone is hailed as a transformative development for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, promising enhanced connectivity, economic growth, and spiritual resurgence. In addition to launching the Vande Bharat service, ...Read More
Srinagar, June 06: Chairman of the All Party Sikh Coordination Committee (APSCC), Jagmohan Singh Raina, has extended warm greetings to the Muslim community on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Azha. In his message, Raina said that Eid-ul-Azha is a festival of sacrifice, compassion, and devotion, and serves as a reminder of the values of unity and selflessness. He expressed hope that the occasion would strengthen the bonds of brotherhood and communal harmony in Jammu and Kashmir. He further emp...Read More
Srinagar, June 06: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off two Vande Bharat Express trains between Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra and Srinagar on Friday, it sparked widespread praise across the Valley, with locals calling the service a long-overdue lifeline that finally ends the region's dependence on strategic Srinagar-Jammu National highway and unaffordable air travel. Residents, traders, students, and professionals across Kashmir expressed joy and relief as the sleek blue-and-white trains ...Read More
Srinagar, Jun 06: Political leaders in Jammu and Kashmir have extended greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Eid-ul-Adha. They expressed hope that the revered occasion brings peace and prosperity to the region. Dr Farooq Abdullah National Conference (NC) president, Dr Farooq Abdullah conveyed his heartfelt greetings to the people on Eid-ul-Adha, wishing them peace, prosperity and unity. In his message, Dr Abdullah reflected on the profound significance of the day, saying, "As ...Read More
Katra, June 06: In a landmark event today at Katra, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated multiple key infrastructure projects worth over ₹46,000 crore, marking a historic milestone in the development of Jammu and Kashmir. The event was attended by Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, Union Ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw, V. Somanna, Dr. Jitendra Singh, and other dignitaries. Saluting the land of the brave Veer Zorawar Singh, Modi cal...Read More
NEW DELHI: In a dramatic turn of events, Canadian PM Mark Carney called PM Modi and invited him for the G7 summit that begins eight days from now at Kananaskis in Alberta. Modi accepted the invitation and said he was looking forward to meeting him at the summit.The announcement by Modi on X followed almost a week of suspense over his participation because of a lack of invitation, drawing barbs from the opposition about his possible exclusion from the summit. India is not a member of G7 but Modi ...Read More
GAIL (India) Ltd GAIL has re-sold one liquefied natural gas (LNG) cargo this week, said three market sources on Friday, as the state-run firm's storage tanks for the fuel are full amid weak power demand in India. Fewer LNG imports by GAIL, the country's largest gas distributor, could reduce India's overall appetite for the super-chilled fuel. India is the world's fourth largest LNG buyer, importing about 26 million metric tons last year as it goes through rapid urbanisation and industrialisatio...Read More
NEW DELHI, June 6 (Xinhua) -- India's central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), on Friday slashed the repo rate by 50 basis points to 5.5 percent. This was the third consecutive reduction in the repo rate announced by the RBI since February 2025. Repo Rate is the interest rate at which the RBI extends loans to commercial banks. ■...Read More
New Delhi: Nominations for the posts of chairperson and deputy chairperson of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi's pivotal standing committee were filed on Friday. Satya Sharma of BJP submitted her papers for the post of chairperson, while Sunder Singh filed for deputy chairperson. For the Aam Aadmi Party, Praveen Kumar and Mohini Jeenwal filed their nominations, respectively, for the posts of chairperson and deputy chairperson.The filing of nominations took place at the municipal secretary's of...Read More
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 6 (ANI): A 25-year-old man, claiming to be a survivor of the June 4 stampede near Bengaluru's M Chinnaswamy Stadium that left 11 dead and dozens injured, has filed a police complaint holding the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA), and event organiser DNA agency responsible for the tragedy, officials said on Friday. The complainant, identified as Rolan Gomes, told the Cubbon Park Police that he suffered a shoulder dis...Read More
New Delhi [India], June 6 (ANI): IFFCO Managing Director (MD), U S Awasthi on Friday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah at his residence office in New Delhi. During the meeting, Awasthi briefed and updated the Minister on the overall performance of Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative (IFFCO) for the Financial Year 2024-25, a strong testament to the vision of Sahakar Se Samriddhi under his dynamic guidance. Awasthi also apprised him of the progress at the seed research and development facility ...Read More
India has pledged USD 20 billion towards infrastructure development, prioritizing multimodal logistics, port connectivity, and trade facilitation, according to Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal. He emphasized India's growing maritime capabilities and called for greater partnerships in seafarer recruitment. Strategic corridors like IMEEC, EMC, and INSTC are strengthening maritime connectivity and supply chains.India has committed USD 20 billion for infrastructure development, with a focus on enha...Read More
The index of mineral production for the mining and quarrying sector for March 2025 stood at 156.8, increasing by 0.4% over March 2024. Minerals like iron ore, manganese ore and zinc concentrate saw notable increase in production during March 2025 compared to March 2024. Production of iron ore rose by 5.7% to 25.9 million metric tonne (MMT) during the said period. Manganese ore production grew by 9.7% to 0.39 MMT and production of zinc concentrate rose by 5.5% to 0.19 MMT in March 2025 over March...Read More
New Delhi: Soon, you may travel to Haridwar, Ayodhya, Rishikesh, Meerut and Baghpat in electric buses run by Delhi govt. Plans are in place to roll out 100 electric inter-state buses, which will connect seventeen routes to the national capital.A senior official of Delhi Transport Corporation said that the buses would cover areas between 250 and 300 km from the city. The routes are also likely to include Shimla, Lucknow, Aligarh and Jaipur. The decision was taken during a DTC board meeting on Fri...Read More