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Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], August 14 (ANI): In a significant boost to India international school sports movement, the International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO) is collaborating with the Adani International School to enhance the nation sports education framework for globally aligned schools, according to a release from Adani Sportsline. Namrata Adani, Promoter of Adani International School, who now joins the Advisory Board of ISSO, is driving the initiative to actively shape its vision ...Read More >
Nitin Gadkari advocated for India to become a superpower and "vishwaguru," emphasizing that global recognition hinges on strength across all sectors. He addressed a gathering, recalling the 1947 partition and expressing a resolve for a unified India. Gadkari highlighted Prime Minister Modi's vision for a $5 trillion economy and self-reliant nation, urging collective effort to achieve these goals. Union minister Nitin Gadkari on Thursday pitched for making India a super power and "vishwaguru", s ...Read More >
Guwahati, August 14: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Thursday, launched a digital portal enabling indigenous residents of "vulnerable and remote" areas to apply for arms licences. Unveiling the facility at Lok Sewa Bhawan in Guwahati, Sarma said the initiative aims to empower indigenous communities facing genuine threats to their lives by providing "an extra layer of security". "This scheme is about safeguarding our indigenous people in the most vulnerable corners of Assam. With s ...Read More >
BusinessWire India Indore (Madhya pradesh) [India], August 14: Impetus Technologies, a leading global software products and services company, has been honored as the 'Dream Employer of the Year 2025' at the prestigious Asia's Best Employer Brand Awards, hosted by the World HRD Congress. This marks the ninth consecutive year that Impetus has achieved this milestone, reaffirming its position as one of the most sought-after workplaces in the industry. The award recognizes organizations that have ...Read More >
Indore (Madhya pradesh) [India], August 14: Impetus Technologies, a leading global software products and services company, has been honored as the Dream Employer of the Year 2025 at the prestigious Asia Best Employer Brand Awards, hosted by the World HRD Congress. This marks the ninth consecutive year that Impetus has achieved this milestone, reaffirming its position as one of the most sought-after workplaces in the industry. The award recognizes organizations that have demonstrated exceptiona ...Read More >
HYDERABAD: BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Wednesday described the Supreme Court order on nomination of two MLCs as "a slap in the face of both the Congress and the BJP". The apex court issued an order modifying its earlier interim directive on the nomination of Prof M Kodandaram Reddy and Amer Ali Khan to the state Legislative Council under the Governor's quota. In a press statement, Rama Rao said that the Supreme Court declaring invalid the appointments of Kodandaram and Amer Ali as MLC ...Read More >
Chennai Corporation in a press release on Tuesday urged the workers to resume work, pointing to the benefits and job security under the new private company Chennai Corporation has roped in additional workers for launching a mass cleaning drive in Royapuram and Thiru Vi Ka Nagar zones owing to the protest by workers. Many farm hands from areas such as Vandavasi have started cleaning the streets. "We have deployed 1000 additional workers to strengthen the mass cleaning drive. More workers will s ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 14 (ANI): Chennai police on Wednesday night detained sanitation workers who had been protesting for 13 consecutive days outside the Greater Chennai Corporation's Ripon Building, following a Madras High Court order to clear the protest site. Around 800 sanitation workers, opposing the civic body's move to privatise waste management in two zones, were forcibly removed around midnight and taken away by buses within 45 minutes. For the 13th consecutive day, hun ...Read More >
Hyderabad: North Telangana districts bore the brunt of heavy rains that disrupted normal life in many parts of the state on Wednesday. People in the northern districts were subject to harrowing times to reach their destinations due to the extensive damage to roads that was made worse by breaches across culverts and bridges on overflowing canals and water bodies. Meanwhile, flights were diverted at Shamshabad airport due to the heavy downpour in Greater Hyderabad limits. Hyderabad-bound flights ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 14 (ANI): Chennai police on Wednesday night detained sanitation workers who had been protesting for 13 consecutive days outside the Greater Chennai Corporation Ripon Building, following a Madras High Court order to clear the protest site. Around 800 sanitation workers, opposing the civic body move to privatise waste management in two zones, were forcibly removed around midnight and taken away by buses within 45 minutes. For the 13th consecutive day, hundred ...Read More >
DEHRADUN: Uttarakhand cabinet on Wednesday gave its nod to a strict Uttarakhand Freedom of Religion (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which provides for a maximum punishment of life imprisonment and fine of up to Rs 10 lakh for "forced conversion". The govt is likely to table the bill in the House, where they have a strong majority, for approval during the three-day monsoon session of assembly commencing on Aug 19.At present, the maximum jail term for such an offence is 10 years and the highest fine is Rs ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 14 (ANI): Chennai police on Wednesday night detained sanitation workers who had been protesting for 13 consecutive days outside the Greater Chennai Corporation's Ripon Building, following a Madras High Court order to clear the protest site. Around 800 sanitation workers, opposing the civic body's move to privatise waste management in two zones, were forcibly removed around midnight and taken away by buses within 45 minutes. Also Read | TMC Leader Abhishek B ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 12 (ANI): India has stepped up efforts to boost turmeric exports through a government-backed initiative called the SPICED scheme, aimed at improving quality, expanding markets, and strengthening supply chains for the spice.The programme is being implemented by the Spices Board and was detailed by Minister of State for Commerce & Industry, Jitin Prasada, in a written reply in the Lok Sabha. Under the "Sustainability in Spice Sector through Progressive, Innovative and Col ...Read More >
Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation's (GHMC) order to shut beef shops and slaughterhouses on the Independence Day (August 15) and Krishna Janmashtami (August 16) evoked mixed response from people in the city. While some felt that the beef shops should be closed on Krishna Janmashtami considering religious sentiments, they said the shops could be allowed to function on August 15. While there are no restrictions on chicken, fish, etc., beef shops were ordered to be closed. So ...Read More >
JAMMU: In a landmark stride towards bridging the gender gap in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), JK Public School Kunjwani, in collaboration with FICCI FLO JKL, hosted an inspiring seminar for girl students of Classes IX and X. The initiative aimed to ignite curiosity, dismantle gender stereotypes, and motivate young women to take up Mathematics and Science for higher studies, preparing them to lead in a technology-driven world. The event brought together eminent speake ...Read More >
Mysore/Mysuru: Former Mayor Purushotham has defended District In-charge Minister Dr. H.C. Mahadevappa's statement about Tipu Sultan laying the foundation stone for Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Dam, asserting that it is historically accurate. However, he expressed concern that the statement is being distorted to create unnecessary controversy. Speaking at a press conference at Patrakarthara Bhavan, Purushotham said, "Tipu Sultan was indeed the first to lay the foundation stone for KRS Dam. But due t ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 6 (ANI): Industry leaders and economists have expressed confidence in the growth potential of Tamil Nadu which achieved double digit economic growth, adding that the State could exceed 12 per cent in the coming year if it sustains this momentum the current economic momentum. Tamil Nadu has registered an impressive 11.19 per cent real economic growth rate for the financial year ending 2025, marking the highest growth rate since 2010-11, when it achieved 13.12 ...Read More >
Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 6 (ANI): Industry leaders and economists have expressed confidence in the growth potential of Tamil Nadu which achieved double digit economic growth, adding that the State could exceed 12 per cent in the coming year if it sustains this momentum the current economic momentum. Tamil Nadu has registered an impressive 11.19 per cent real economic growth rate for the financial year ending 2025, marking the highest growth rate since 2010-11, when it achieved 13.12 ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 6 (PTI) Two bills aimed at streamlining maritime governance with a modern and internationally compliant approach were given approval on a single day on Wednesday in both Houses of Parliament, amid continued protests by the Opposition. While the Rajya Sabha passed a century-old colonial-era 'Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2025', the Lok Sabha approved the 'Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024' amid the din. Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said it was a hi ...Read More >
Lucknow: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday announced a fresh drive to recruit 30,000 more personnel in the Uttar Pradesh Police force."The drive will be launched on a war footing, will be conducted without any pause, bias, fatigue, or compromise. We will ensure a fair, transparent, and impartial selection process at every step," the CM said while speaking at an event to distribute appointment letters to 1,494 newly selected assistant operators in the Uttar Pradesh police telecom departmen ...Read More >
New Delhi, Aug 3 (PTI) The government has notified a new framework for the edible oil industry, imposing stricter registration and reporting requirements on producers to enhance transparency and oversight, according to an official release. The 2025 Vegetable Oil Products, Production and Availability (VOPPA) Regulation Order, notified on August 1 by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, amends the Vegetable Oil Products Production and Availability (Regulation) Order, 20 ...Read More >
Guwahati, August 3: The Congress has kicked off preparations for the 2026 Assam Assembly elections, with a "bold" grassroots campaign set to roll out from next month. The decision was formalised by the party's Nikhil Bharat Congress Committee and announced during an extended executive meeting held in Guwahati on Sunday. Assam Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC) president Gaurav Gogoi said the new campaign strategy is designed to reconnect with voters across the state and challenge the ruling BJP ...Read More >
Srinagar, Aug 3 (PTI) Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Sunday expressed condolences on the untimely demise of daughter of Udhampur SSP Amod Nagpure Ashok. Democratic Progressive Azad Party (DPAP) chief Ghulam Nabi Azad also condoled the death, saying "there can be no greater pain for a parent than losing a child". In a message, LG Sinha said, "Shocked and heartbroken by the tragic news of the passing of the daughter of SSP Udhampur Shri Amod ...Read More >
Hyderabad, August 3 (IANS) Legendary icons Kapil Dev, Baichung Bhutia, Abhinav Bindra, Pullela Gopichand, and Gagan Narang have come together in a first-of-its-kind governance initiative for Indian sports. This integrated approach aims to strengthen grassroots talent, optimise infrastructure, and drive excellence for robust, holistic sports development. By creating clear athlete pathways and aligning with the state's progressive sports policy, the initiative positions Telangana at the forefront ...Read More >
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai met PM Modi in New Delhi to discuss state's development. He invited PM Modi to the state's 25th anniversary celebrations on November 1. Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. During the courtesy meet, Chhattisgarh's development works and future priorities were discussed. CM Vishnu Deo Sai also invited PM Modi to the celebration of state's 25th anniversary. To mark 25 years since Chhattisgarh was formed, ...Read More >
New Delhi [India], August 2 (ANI): Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Friday met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the national capital and extended an invitation to attend the state silver jubilee celebrations as the chief guest. Speaking to reporters after the meeting, the Chief Minister said that the silver jubilee year of the state formation has been named Atal Nirman Diwas to mark the birth centenary year of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. I am in Delhi. I met PM Nare ...Read More >
Bulandshahr: A court in Bulandshahr delivered its verdict in the Syana violence case that dates back to December 2018. The court convicted all 38 accused individuals, including prominent local activists and community members. Mob Violence Erupted Over Cow Carcass Discovery The violence followed the discovery of cow carcasses near Mahav village, prompting protesters to storm Chingrawathi police outpost. They set vehicles ablaze, leading to escalating chaos. During the riot, Inspector Subodh Kum ...Read More >
SHILLONG, Aug 1: Street vendors under the banner of the Meghalaya Greater Shillong Progressive Hawkers Association (MGSPHA) staged a surprise protest on Friday at the office of the Shillong Municipal Board (SMB), registering their discontent over the continued delay in issuing Certificates of Vending (CoVs) to eligible hawkers. The association voiced strong objection to the vending zones designated at the MUDA Parking Lot and opposite the SBI Main Branch, criticising them as cramped and unsuita ...Read More >
Gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections rose 7.5 per cent year-on-year to Rs 1.96 lakh crore in July (for sales in June), data released by the government on Friday showed. Even though the pace of growth in gross GST collections picked up to 7.5 per cent in July from 6.2 per cent, this is the second consecutive month wherein the growth rate has been in single digits and much lower after posting double-digit growth in the first two months of the ongoing financial year. ARTICLE CONTINUES BE ...Read More >
Chandigarh, Aug 1 (UNI) Punjab Finance, Planning, Excise and Taxation Minister Harpal Singh Cheema said today that the state has once again broken records in tax revenue growth, with Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections registering a net increase of 32.08 per cent in July 2025 compared to the same period last year. He stated that this robust performance is part of a consistent trend, with the state recording year-on-year and month-on-month growth in tax revenue for the past three and a half ...Read More >
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