Stay updated with the latest progressivism news, articles, and insights from trusted sources. Explore in-depth coverage and expert analysis on progressivism topics.
Chief minister Bhagwant Mann on Tuesday interacted with industrialists in Bengaluru, pitching Punjab as a preferred investment destination. The CM, during his interaction, said that since March 2022, Punjab has received investment proposals worth ₹1.23 lakh crore, which will generate employment for around 4.7 lakh youth. "Sectors such as food processing, textiles, auto components, hand tools, bicycles, IT, and tourism are positioning Punjab as a role model for other states. Tata's second-larg ...Read More >
The commission will be headed by retired judge KN Basha and will include senior officials under his leadership. It will seek the opinion of affected people and various segments of society before submitting its recommendations to the government. "There should be a movement created to spread awareness against honour killings," CM Stalin said. "Headed by Retired Judge KN Basha, a state commision will be formed to raise awareness and to pass a law on Honour Killing. Retired justice will head the ...Read More >
Chennai, Oct 17 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin today informed the Assembly that the government will constitute an expert committee to recommend steps for enacting legislation to curb honour killings in the state. The move comes after persistent demands from the ruling DMK's allies, including the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), led by Thol Thirumavalavan, and the Left Parties, following a spurt in honour killings. Bringing in such a statute was also a pre-poll promise of the DM ...Read More >
Chennai, Oct 17 (PTI) The Tamil Nadu government will take necessary steps to enact appropriate legislation to prevent honour killings in the state, Chief Minister M K Stalin said on Friday, and announced the constitution of a commission under retired high court judge K M Basha to recommend suitable measures on the matter. Expressing concern over such killings, he said the government would not remain a mute spectator. "Tamil Nadu will lead to bring a special law to prevent honour killings," Stal ...Read More >
Chennai, Oct 17 (UNI) The Tamil Nadu Government today announced an expert committee headed by Retd Madras High Court Justice K N Basha would be constituted to recommend measures to enact a Legsilation to prevent honour killings in the State. Responding to requests from members of various parties, Chief Minister M K Stalin said the expert panel would be formed and based on its recommendations necessary steps would be taken to bring in a Legsilation to prevent honour killings. He said the Co ...Read More >
Ahead of Diwali, the governments of Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat have announced bonuses for their state employees. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath approved a bonus for 14.82 lakh employees, while Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel also declared ad hoc bonuses for government staff in their respective states. The Uttar Pradesh government will spend ₹1,022 crore to give bonuses to 14.82 lakh state employees before Diwali. Acc ...Read More >
The annual lit fest celebrates literature by bringing together writers, artists and readers to share and discuss books, new ideas and to promote a variety of creative and literary works Srinagar, Oct 16: "Youth of Jammu Kashmir are now deeply engaging with the country's history, values and aspirations," the Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha said on Thursday. He said youth are forging bond with diversity, heritage and fostering a shared cultural identity for nation-building. The Lieutenant Gover ...Read More >
Vijayapura: The Vijayapura district administration has banned the entry of Sri Adrushya Kadasiddeshwar Swami of Kaneri Mutt in Kolhapur in Maharashtra for two months. Vijayapura DC K Anand issued an order, under BNSS Section 163, prohibiting the seer's entry into the district from Thursday to Dec 14.The move comes in the wake of a police report on the statements made by the seer at a public rally in Bilur in Maharashtra. The seer allegedly used abusive language against Lingayat seers who had tak ...Read More >
Kulgam, Oct 16: Emphasising the role of literature as a mirror to society and a force for cultural unity, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Thursday said that reviving regional languages and heritage was not just the responsibility of the government, but of every writer, poet, and lover of letters. He was addressing the inaugural ceremony of the 3rd edition of the Veshow Literary Festival in Kulgam, via video conferencing. Though originally scheduled to attend the festival in person, LG Sinha ...Read More >
Ranchi, Oct 15: The Birla Institute of Technology (BIT) Mesra celebrated its 35th convocation ceremony with great enthusiasm, conferring degrees upon more than 1,400 students across undergraduate, postgraduate, PhD, and diploma programs. The event was graced by Dr. V. Narayanan, Chairman of ISRO, as the chief guest, who inspired graduates to nurture curiosity, uphold empathy and contribute to nation-building through innovation and integrity. Addressing the gathering, Dr. Narayanan said, "As you ...Read More >
In a viral stand-up set Ghosts and Periods, comic Urooj Ashfaq teases out a hypothesis: "Agar mardon ko 150 bar period hua hota, toh ab hum period jayanti mana rahe hote. There would be a period minister and a PMS Relief Fund." The line draws laughter, but the satire lands hard. If men menstruated, periods would likely be a symbol of masculine pride, wrapped in government-backed policies, social empathy, and institutional support. Ashfaq's joke finds its roots in Gloria Steinem's 1978 essay, 'I ...Read More >
Bhopal/Nagpur: Doctors across the country have united to protest the arrest of paediatrician from Chhindwara, Dr Praveen Soni who is accused of prescribing the 'killer cough syrups' to kids resulting in their deaths.The Indian Academy of Paediatrics (IAP), representing over 47,000 paediatricians across the country on Friday sought withdrawal of cases against Dr Soni, claiming criminalising standard medical prescriptions will only create fear among doctors and severely impact healthcare delivery, ...Read More >
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said that India's forward-looking policies and visionary leadership have laid the groundwork for innovation, helping the country emerge as a global force in artificial intelligence (AI) and technology. Addressing the AI Bharat Shakti event-- the prelude to the upcoming India AI Impact Summit 2026--Sitharaman said India is undergoing a "historic phase" where governance and policy decisions are being implemented faster than ever. "Several things can ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], October 9 (ANI): Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the FMCG arm of Reliance Industries Limited, today launched Tamil Nadu iconic personal-care brand Velvette in a new and contemporary avatar, in collaboration with the CK Rajkumar family. Staying true to its promise of providing global quality at affordable prices, RCPL presents the new Velvette with a range of high-quality premium personal care products, according to the press release. The new Velvette is ...Read More >
Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL) has relaunched Tamil Nadu's iconic Velvette in collaboration with the CK Rajkumar family, enlisting Krithi Shetty as the brand ambassador. Few brands hold as much nostalgia for Tamil Nadu as Velvette, the iconic personal-care label that was once a household staple. Now, after years of quiet, it's making a striking comeback -refreshed, reimagined, and ready for a new generation. Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL), the FMCG arm of Reliance Industri ...Read More >
New Delhi, Oct 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 9th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025, Asia's largest telecom, media, and technology event, at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, on Wednesday. The four-day event, themed "Innovate to Transform," showcases India's growing leadership in next-generation digital technologies, from 6G and quantum communication to semiconductors and optical networks. Welcoming delegates, PM Modi said IMC 2025 reflects how India has moved beyond just m ...Read More >
Bihar assembly election: Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Gyanesh Kumar on Sunday outlined key measures for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, stating that "no polling station will have more than 1,200 voters" to ensure smoother voting. The Chief Election Commissioner also highlighted several new initiatives aimed at enhancing transparency and improving the voter experience. Addressing a press conference in Patna, the CEC Gyanesh Kumar said, ...Read More >
Mumbai, Oct 3 (PTI) The Maharashtra government has allowed shops and commercial establishments, including residential hotels, restaurants, eateries, theatres, places of public amusement or entertainment, to remain open all 24 hours a day across the state. A Government Resolution (GR) issued to this effect on October 1, however, made it clear that establishments involved the sale and supply of liquor, including wine shops, beer bars, dance bars, hookah parlours, discotheques and permit rooms, ca ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday highlighted the contribution of the Defence Accounts Department (DAD) during Operation Sindoor, saying that it ensured efficient resource utilisation, financial management and war preparedness during the conflict. Addressing the 278th Foundation Day of the DAD in New Delhi, the Defence Minister said, "While the entire world witnessed the valour and courage of the Armed Forces in achieving a historic and decisive vic ...Read More >
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the Defence Accounts Department's pivotal role in Operation Sindoor, emphasizing its crucial contribution to efficient financial management and war preparedness. Singh praised the DAD for its historic legacy and continued support as the financial backbone of India's armed forces at an event marking its 278th foundation day. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday underscored the pivotal role played by the Defence Accounts Department (DAD) in the su ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], October 1 (ANI): Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh on Wednesday lauded the Defence Accounts Department (DAD) for ensuring financial resilience, optimising resources and sustaining operational readiness during Operation Sindoor, calling it the "silent but crucial" backbone of India's Armed Forces. "While the entire world witnessed the valour and courage of the Armed Forces in achieving a historic and decisive victory during Operation Sindoor, the silent yet crucial role of DAD ensur ...Read More >
Punjab delegation holds discussion with country's leading industrialists. (Image: X/ @AAPPunjab) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday pitched Punjab as an "investor-first state" while leading the government's first domestic roadshow in Gurugram ahead of the Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit 2026. The roadshow was aimed at highlighting business opportunities in Punjab. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann led the delegation and was joined by Industries and Commerce Minister Sanjeev Arora, C ...Read More >
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the announcement by US President Donald Trump on Tuesday on Tuesday on Tuesday to end the Gaza conflict."We welcome the announcement by President Donald J Trump of a full plan to end the Gaza conflict. It provides a viable path to peace, security and long -term development for the Palestinian and Israeli people, as well as for the region of the greatest Western Asia, "said Prime Minister Modi in an article on X.Prime Minister Modi has expressed ho ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 30 (PTI) Bollywood star Aishwarya Rai Bachchan walked the ramp on the opening day of Paris Fashion Week, wearing a custom-designed outfit from the renowned designer Manish Malhotra. The outfit comprised a black coloured "reimagined" Indian sherwani, adorned with diamond-embroidered cuffs and statement accessories. She graced the ramp on Monday for L'Oreal Paris' show. Malhotra shared a video from the show and penned a note alongside, on his Instagram handle on Tuesday. The desig ...Read More >
New Delhi, Sep 30 (PTI) Ahead of the RSS' centenary, veteran Congress leader Karan Singh on Wednesday congratulated the Hindutva organisation's chief Mohan Bhagwat and 'swayamsevaks', saying the Sangh should continue to focus on nation-building for the next 100 years for India's progress. The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), founded by Keshav Baliram Hedgewar on Vijayadashmi in 1925, is set to complete its 100 years on Thursday. "The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh is celebrating 100 years since ...Read More >
Hyderabad: Spanking new Indiramma Canteens, offering breakfast at Rs 5 and meals at Rs 5 were inaugurated by Hyderabad District In-charge Minister Ponnam Prabhakar and Mayor Gadwal Vijayalakshmi on Monday. Inspired by the vision of Indira Gandhi and committed to building a hunger-free Hyderabad, the modernised canteens were opened at Motinagar and Khairtabad Mint Campus. The canteens aim to provide nutritious, quality food at highly subsidized rates, easing the economic burden on thousands of u ...Read More >
Srinagar: The Jammu and Kashmir National Conference President, Dr Farooq Abdullah, Monday extended warm greetings to the people of Jammu & Kashmir and to all those across the globe who admire the region for its unmatched natural beauty and rich cultural heritage on the occasion of World Tourism Day. In a statement issued from Party Headquarters, Nawa-e-Subha, Srinagar, Dr. Farooq Abdullah highlighted the significance of tourism for J&K saying, "As the world celebrates the importance of tourism, ...Read More >
Gurugram, Sep 29 ( IANS) In a strategic move to attract domestic investments, the Government of Punjab hosted its inaugural roadshow in Gurugram on Monday, setting the stage for the Progressive Punjab Investors' Summit 2026. Spearheaded by Invest Punjab, the event showcased the state's evolving industrial landscape and its investor-friendly policies. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann led a high-profile delegation comprising Minister for Industries and Commerce and Investment Promotion Sanjeev Arora ...Read More >
Chennai, Sep 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) Days after the tragic stampede at actor-politician Vijay's rally in Karur that claimed 41 lives, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Monday announced that the state will introduce clear rules and safety guidelines for public gatherings organised by political parties and other groups. In a video message shared on his social media handle, Stalin said a framework would be drawn up once the Justice Aruna Jagadeesan (retd) Commission of Inquiry completes its inv ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], September 24 (ANI): Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh, on Wednesday, inaugurated the Dental Technology Innovation Hub at the Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences (MAIDS), New Delhi, a release from the Ministry of Science & Technology said. The Hub has been supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR). Addressing the gathering, Jitendra Singh said that th ...Read More >
Stay updated with the latest None news, articles, and insights from trusted sources. Explore in-depth coverage and expert analysis on None topics.