Bhopal, May 5 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet on Tuesday approved a massive investment of Rs 2,442 crore to promote pulse production in the state, marking a decisive step toward reducing India’s dependence on imports, government officials said. Announcing the decision, state MSME Minister Chetanya Kumar Kashyap said the initiative is part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to boost domestic pulse production and ensure food security.The investment will be made in coming five years, the Mi…
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Thiruvananthapuram, May 5 (IANS) The emphatic return of the Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) to power with 102 seats marks both a political resurgence and the beginning of a delicate balancing act.After a decade in the opposition, the coalition comprising the Congress (63), IUML (22), Kerala Congress (7), RSP (3) and smaller allies faces the immediate challenge of converting a decisive mandate into a stable and representative government.The Left has been reduced to 35 seats, while the …
Washington, April 27 (IANS) The White House on Monday defended the response of the United States Secret Service to the attempted attack on US President Donald Trump, saying security protocols worked as designed and the attacker was quickly neutralised.White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the President remains confident in the agency, even as officials prepare to review procedures ahead of future public events.“The President has said he believes that the protocols worked,” Leavit…
New Delhi, April 18 (IANS) The Cabinet on Saturday approved the continuation of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-III (PMGSY-III) beyond March 2025 up to March 2028. The revised outlay of the scheme will be Rs 83,977 crore.The scheme involves consolidation of through routes and major rural links, connecting habitations to Gramin Agricultural Markets (GrAMs), higher secondary schools and hospitals.The extension of the timeline of PMGSY-III will enable the full realisation of its intended socio-eco…
Patna, April 14 (IANS) Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Tuesday dissolved his Cabinet, marking the end of an era in Bihar.After nearly two decades at the helm — during which he played a pivotal role in shaping the state’s development trajectory — Nitish Kumar is now set to step away from state politics and shift his focus toward national responsibilities.Earlier in the day, Nitish Kumar chaired his final cabinet meeting at the Chief Minister’s Secretariat. The meeting was attended by Deputy …
New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) As central government employees and pensioners await the rollout of the 8th Pay Commission, expectations around salary and pension hikes are steadily building across the country. Key aspects such as the fitment factor, implementation timeline, likely pay revisions, and arrears continue to remain at the centre of discussions amid ongoing uncertainty.The 8th Pay Commission is expected to recommend revisions in salaries, pensions, and allowances for central government emp…
New Delhi, April 11 (IANS) The Cabinet’s approval for the construction of the 4-lane access-controlled Barabanki–Bahraich section of National Highway-927 is set to play a transformative role in strengthening trade ties between India and Nepal, an official statement said on Saturday.By improving connectivity to the strategically important Rupaidiha Land Port and the nearby Nepalgunj, the project is expected to boost cross-border commerce, support regional livelihoods, and enhance economic coo…
Seoul, April 10 (IANS) South Korea’s media watchdog on Friday approved regulations requiring bulk phone text messaging service providers to implement safeguards against illegal spamming as a condition for maintaining their certification.The Korea Media and Communications Commission (KMCC) made the announcement after holding its first regular meeting since its launch in October 2025, as part of the government’s efforts to curb illegal messaging activities, reports Yonhap news agency.In detail, me…
Seoul, April 6 (IANS) South Korea’s Cabinet approved a motion Monday to amend some texts in the Constitution, setting the stage for the National Assembly to vote on the proposed amendment, and, if passed by lawmakers, the amendment will be put to a national referendum.The move comes after 187 lawmakers from the ruling Democratic Party and five minor parties jointly proposed the bill on Friday to tighten the requirements for declaring martial law and incorporate the spirit of past pro-democracy m…
Seoul, March 31 (IANS) The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Resources said on Tuesday it has allocated 924.1 billion won ($609 million) in a supplementary budget to respond to the Mideast crisis amid disruptions in energy and industrial supply chains.The announcement came after the Cabinet, chaired by President Lee Jae Myung, approved a government bill for a 26.2 trillion-won supplementary budget aimed at tackling difficulties stemming from the escalating conflict in the Middle East and revamping…