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Mumbai, Jun 28 (PTI) The authorities have seized hydroponic ganja valued at over Rs 26 crore from two different locations in Mumbai and arrested three persons, officials said on Saturday. Acting on inputs, a team from the Oshiwara police station intercepted two Indonesian nationals in the western suburb of Jogeshwari on Friday, a police official said. Also Read | Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Describes Life on ISS During Video Interaction With PM Narendra Modi, Says 'From Here, We See Sun ...Read More >
Hyderabad, Jun 28 (PTI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Saturday said the state government would make efforts to generate lakhs of jobs by establishing IT companies on the 400-acre land parcel next to the University of Hyderabad here. He also said the government will fight in the courts to reclaim the land. Also Read | Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Describes Life on ISS During Video Interaction With PM Narendra Modi, Says 'From Here, We See Sunrise and Sunset 16 Times a Day' ( ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): The Union Ministry of Cooperation is set to organise a 'Manthan Baithak' of Cooperation Ministers of States and Union Territories (UTs) on June 30 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The Manthan Baithak will be chaired by the Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah. Also Read | Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Describes Life on ISS During Video Interaction With PM Narendra Modi, Says 'From Here, We See Sunrise and Sunset 16 Times a Day' (Watch ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 28 (PTI) Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla on Saturday said he was studying whether specific supplements can delay muscle loss in microgravity conditions, which could help develop medicines for muscle degeneration in elderly people. In an interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi from the International Space Station, Shukla said he was also scheduled to conduct an experiment on the growth of microalgae, which are highly nutritious, in microgravity conditions. "If methods can be de ...Read More >
Shimla (Himachal Pradesh) [India], June 28 (ANI): The Himachal Pradesh Cabinet on Saturday decided to set up Disaster Management Units at all village panchayats amid intense monsoon activity, leading to flash floods, widespread infrastructural damage, and tragic loss of lives across several districts. Briefing the media after the cabinet meeting in Shimla, State Revenue and Horticulture Minister Jagat Singh Negi said that a major decision has been taken to establish Disaster Management Units in ...Read More >
Majuli (Assam) [India], June 28 (ANI): Majuli, the river island district in Assam, has marked a significant milestone as its indigenous organic red bao paddy makes its debut in the global market. In a historic development, the first consignment of this unique variety of rice has been formally exported to countries in Central Asia and Europe, bringing smiles to the faces of Majuli's farming community. Also Read | Long-Awaited Relief for Retired Government Employees? 8th Pay Commission May Reduc ...Read More >
Saturday, 28 June 2025 () India is set to maintain strong economic growth, surpassing G7 nations. This growth is driven by domestic demand and favorable demographics. India's share in global GDP is increasing. Merchandise trade with G7 countries has grown significantly. India is leading global initiatives in clean energy and digital governance. Strategic cooperation with G7 nations will shape future growth. ...Read More >
New Delhi: National Green Tribunal (NGT) reviewed compliance with its previous directives concerning aircraft noise pollution at Delhi's IGI Airport. The Society for Protection of Culture Heritage Environment Traditions and Promotion of National Awareness previously raised issues about aircraft noise during night operations. They highlighted that between July 2024 and Dec 2024, over 50% of flights used Runway 29/11, affecting Vasant Kunj residents. While the tribunal acknowledged noise monitorin ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a heartfelt connection with Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla on Saturday via a video call from Mission Control. The conversation not only highlighted India's growing strides in space but also offered a deeply emotional moment for Shukla's family. With hearts full of pride and eyes brimming with emotion, Shubhanshu Shukla's parents listened to their son speak to Prime Minister Modi from space -- a moment they ...Read More >
Hyderabad (Telangana), June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) Two-time World Champion Nikhat Zareen opened her campaign in the 48-51kg category with a clinical 4:1 win over Uttar Pradesh's Rashi Sharma in the Elite Women's Boxing Tournament at the Saroornagar Indoor Stadium here on Saturday. In another bout, Haryana's Anjali got the better of World Championships bronze medallist Manisha Moun in the 57-60 kg category. Organised by the Telangana Boxing Federation under the aegis of the Boxing Federation of In ...Read More >
Kohima (Nagaland) [India], June 28 (ANI): The Indian Army and Assam Rifles on Saturday commemorated the 26th Memorial Day of Captain Neikezhakuo Kenguruse, Maha Vir Chakra (Posthumous)--a Kargil War hero who laid down his life during Operation Vijay in 1999--at a ceremony held at the Kenguruse War Memorial, Nerhe Phezha, Nagaland. The event was attended by Major General Manish Kumar, SM, Inspector General Assam Rifles (North), as the Chief Guest. Also in attendance were the proud parents of the ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Jun 28 (PTI) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann Saturday said his government will introduce a legislation to ensure harsher punishment for acts of sacrilege against religious scriptures. Chairing a meeting with officers and representatives of the 'Sarb Dharam Beadbi Rokko Kanoon Morcha' here, he also said all stakeholders, including religious organisations, would be consulted in drafting the legislation. Also Read | 'Hearts of 140 Crore Indians Beat With You': PM Narendra Modi Tal ...Read More >
Shimla, Jun 28 (PTI) India and Tibet are two ancient civilisations with interwoven roots that continue to shape a shared identity, Lt Gen Anindya Sengupta, General Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Central Command, said on Saturday. He was addressing a seminar on shared Indo-Tibetan heritage and linked understanding of national security organised by the Army's central command in Shimla. Also Read | 'Hearts of 140 Crore Indians Beat With You': PM Narendra Modi Talks to India's 'First Astronaut' Shub ...Read More >
Jammu, Jun 28 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Director General of Police (DGP) Nalin Prabhat on Saturday reviewed the security arrangements and administrative preparedness for the upcoming Amarnath Yatra and impressed upon the implementation of the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and proactive measures to mitigate risks and ensure the pilgrims' safety and security. He also directed officers to enhance surveillance and threat detection capabilities by utilizing advanced technologies and real-time m ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, interacted with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the Indian Astronaut, who became the first Indian to go to the International Space Station, via videoconferencing on Saturday. The Prime Minister remarked that although Shubhanshu Shukla is presently the farthest from the Indian motherland, he remains closest to the hearts of all Indians. He noted that Shubhanshu's name itself carries auspiciousness, and his journey marks the ...Read More >
Guwahati, June 28: Union Minister for Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy reaffirmed the Central Government's full support to the mineral and coal-rich North Eastern states at a Mining Ministers' Conclave held here on Saturday. Addressing the gathering on the second day of the event, the Minister highlighted the Centre's commitment to strengthening mining infrastructure, fast-track project approvals, and promoting sustainable mining practices in the region. He stated that the development of the Nor ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 28 (PTI) India's Shubhanshu Shukla and other astronauts on the International Space Station relished delicacies such as 'gajar ka halwa', 'moong dal halwa' and 'aam ras' as they began their 14-day stay on the orbital lab. Shukla shared these details in an 18-minute interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday from the International Space Station that is orbiting the earth at an altitude of 400 km. "Yes, I brought 'gajar ka halwa', 'moong dal ka halwa' and 'aam ras'. ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday spoke to astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla, who is currently on a landmark Indian space mission, orbiting 400 kilometres above the Earth. The conversation, streamed live, reflected India's growing ambitions in space and the emotional connect between the nation and its first astronaut aboard an international space station. "You may be far from us, but the hearts of 140 crore Indians beat with you," said PM Modi, congratulating Shubhanshu for ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 28 (SocialNews.XYZ) A little while ago, when I looked out of the window, we were passing over Hawaii. From here, we see sunrise and sunset 16 times a day, said Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to enter the International Space Station (ISS), during a video interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday. Shukla, who became only the second Indian to travel to space after Rakesh Sharma's historic journey in 1984, reached the ISS on Thursday as part of the ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 28 (IANS) A little while ago, when I looked out of the window, we were passing over Hawaii. From here, we see sunrise and sunset 16 times a day, said Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to enter the International Space Station (ISS), during a video interaction with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday. Shukla, who became only the second Indian to travel to space after Rakesh Sharma's historic journey in 1984, reached the ISS on Thursday as part of the internati ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday congratulated Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla for hoisting the Tricolour in space and said, 'while you are away from our motherland, you are the closest to the hearts of Indians'. The Prime Minister interacted with Group Captain Shukla, who has created history by becoming the first Indian to reach the International Space Station (ISS), and asked about his well-being. 'Today, you are away from our motherland, but you are ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 28 (PTI) The 'Bharat Mata ki Jai' slogan reverberated on the International Space Station as Prime Minister Narendra Modi told astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla that his space travel marked the beginning of a new era and was the first step towards Mission Gaganyaan, India's own human spaceflight project. "Shubhanshu, today you are the farthest from the land of India, but the closest to the hearts of every Indian," the prime minister told Shukla in an interaction through a video link fro ...Read More >
NEW DELHI: India witnessed a deja vu moment on Saturday after Axiom-4 pilot Shubhanshu Shukla interacted with Prime Minister Narendra Modi from International Space Station and claimed that "India looks truly majestic from the space"41 years ago, astronaut Rakesh Sharma, first Indian to go into space, had said "saare jahan se acha Hindustan humara" when former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi had asked him how India looks from space.Sharma was part of the Soviet Union's Soyuz T-11 expedition, which w ...Read More >
New Delhi: Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission, revealed during a conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday that the Indian flag had never been placed on the ISS before, until now. Speaking with pride, Shukla said, "The Tricolour you see behind me wasn't here yesterday. We put it up after I arrived. It fills me with pride." This moment marked a historic first for India, a ...Read More >
New Delhi, Jun 28 (PTI) The 'Bharat mata ki jai' slogan reverberated on the International Space Station as Prime Minister Narendra Modi told astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla that his space travel was the first step towards India's Gaganyaan mission. Interacting with Shukla, who is aboard the ISS orbiting the Earth at an altitude of 400 km, Modi said that the Lucknow-born astronaut's historic journey was not just limited to space but would add fresh momentum to the march towards 'Viksit Bharat' (deve ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is aboard the International Space Station, the PMO's office said on Saturday.Shukla became the first Indian to go to the International Space Station. The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, carrying the Axiom Mission 4 crew, successfully docked at the International Space Station (ISS) at around 4:01 PM IST on June 26, 2025, following a journey that lasted approximately 28 hours.Upon arriving at the International S ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], June 28 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has interacted with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian to reach the International Space Station (ISS). The Axiom-4 Mission , carrying Group Captain Shukla and three other crew members , docked with the ISS on June 26. Also Read | Kolkata Rape Case: BJP Forms Fact-Finding Team To Probe Gang-Rape Case of Law Student, West Bengal Education Minister Seeks Report From Authorities. "PM Narendra Modi interacted with Group ...Read More >
From Lucknow To Stars: 5 Lesser-Known Facts About Shubhanshu Shukla - 1st Indian On International Space Station South African batter Lhuan-dre Pretorius created history after scoring a fantastic century on Day 1 of the first Test against Zimbabwe at Queens Sports Club, Bulawayo on Saturday, June 28. Lhuan-dre, who is playing in his debut Test, showed his intent right from the start and went on to score his century in 113th ball, with the help of seven fours and two sixes in the second session ...Read More >
New Delhi, June 28 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today interacted with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The PMO India said on X, "PM Narendra Modi interacted with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is aboard the International Space Station." Notably, the Axiom-4 Mission piloted by Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, along with three other crew lifted off from the Kennedy Space Centre Florida onboard the Space Dragon Airc ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday spoke to Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the Indian astronaut currently aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as a part of Axiom-4 space mission. The Prime Minister's Office shared the first glimpse of PM Modi's interaction with the astronaut in a post on X. The caption read, "PM Narendra Modi interacted with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is aboard the International Space Station." ...Read More >
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