Chennai, Aug 6 (IANS) At least 14 Indian fishermen from Tamil Nadu were apprehended by the Sri Lankan Navy in the early morning hours of Wednesday. The fishermen were in two boats, with 10 in one and four in the other. They were apprehended for allegedly crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) and engaging in fishing activities in Sri Lankan waters.Reports indicate that the arrests took place in the Kalpitiya lagoon area, where the fishermen were accused of violating maritime bo…

New Delhi, Aug 6 (IANS) In the wake of a devastating cloudburst in Uttarkashi’s Dharali area, the Indian Army has ramped up rescue and relief efforts, with ground and aerial support being coordinated to assist the affected population.Taking to its official X handle, the Indian Army’s Central Command posted, “Col Harshvardhan, Commanding Officer of 14 RAJRIF, is personally leading 150 personnel in critical rescue and relief operations since 5 Aug 25 (AN). Inputs from the CO have been received rea…

New Delhi, Aug 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the newly constructed Kartavya Bhavan–03 at Kartavya Path in the national capital on Wednesday at around 12:15 pm. Later in the evening, the Prime Minister will address a public gathering at the same venue at approximately 6:30 pm, according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister on Tuesday.The inauguration of Kartavya Bhavan–03 marks a significant milestone in the ongoing Central Vista redevelopment project. As the fi…

Amaravati, Aug 5 (IANS) The NDA government in Andhra Pradesh on Tuesday sanctioned funds to fulfil its election promise of financial aid of Rs 1 lakh each for Hajj pilgrims. The government sanctioned Rs 72 lakh towards financial aid for pilgrims who had opted for Vijayawada as the embarkation point for Hajj-2025.Minorities Welfare Minister N. Md Farooq said that the TDP-led government has fulfilled the promise made in the elections last year.The financial assistance will be provided to all those…

Itanagar, Aug 5 (IANS) Arunachal Pradesh Governor Lt. General K.T. Parnaik (Retd.) on Tuesday congratulated Kabak Yano on successfully summiting Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa and one of the renowned Seven Summits of the world. The Governor, who had flagged off Yano’s expedition on July 28, expressed immense pride in her achievement. He remarked that Yano, an accomplished Everest climber, has once again demonstrated the indomitable spirit, courage, and perseverance that define t…

Bhopal, Aug 5 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Tuesday that the state government is working hard for the growth of agriculture in the state to play a vital role in fulfilling Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India by 2047. The Chief Minister added that to achieve this vision, the state government has initiated development efforts across several sectors. As part of the state’s industrialisation drive, the food processing industry is being actively promo…

Shillong, Aug 5 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Tuesday announced a Rs 240 crore investment over the next three years under Floriculture Mission 1.0, a flagship initiative aimed at transforming the state into a leading hub for high-value flower cultivation in the Northeast and across India. Speaking during a visit to Mawkriah village in East Khasi Hills district, Sangma – accompanied by Agriculture Minister Ampareen Lyngdoh and local MLA Ronnie Lyngdoh – emphasised the missio…

Guwahati, Aug 5 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday credited the BJP government for ushering in lasting peace and development in the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), calling it one of the “biggest achievements” of the party’s tenure. Addressing a series of public meetings across BTR in the lead-up to the upcoming Bodoland Territorial Council (BTC) elections, Sarma said the region has witnessed a dramatic transformation – from a hotbed of violence to a model of peac…

Bhopal, Aug 5 (IANS) Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and several other BJP leaders and Ministers, on Tuesday, congratulated veteran party leader Amit Shah for becoming the longest-serving Union Home Minister of the country. The Chief Minister in a congratulatory message posted on his official social media X account said, “Heartfelt congratulations to our guide (Amit Shah) on achieving the historic milestone of serving as India’s Home Minister for the longest period.” Chief Minister Yad…

Mumbai, Aug 5 (IANS) Maharashtra Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule on Tuesday said that to streamline the process of land acquisition for various state government projects and ensure fair compensation for farmers, a new set of regulations will be prepared. Discussions were held on several issues, including whether farmers could sell their land at a lower price through consent awards under the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation, and Resettlemen…