New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) The International Women’s Day (IWD) is being observed worldwide on Sunday to honour the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.As 2026 IWD theme calls for a ‘Give to Gain’ global campaign to promote teamwork and cohesion for building a just and supportive society for women and girls, this reflects and resonates in India’s own story of women empowerment, as over the years, Nari Shakti has become the cornerstone of ‘Viksit Bharat’.In the past few y…
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New Delhi, March 8 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said that as India progresses further, the aspirations and contributions of women will continue to guide India’s collective journey towards a strong and prosperous nation. He also shared how women are now breaking away from the stereotypes by entering a profession that was considered “not for women”.”The achievements of India’s Nari Shakti are a source of pride and a powerful reminder of the transformative role in nation-building. …
Bhopal, Feb 20 (IANS) The recent water contamination deaths incident in Indore’s Bhagirathpura took centre stage in the Madhya Pradesh Assembly on Friday on the fifth day of the budget session, sparking a fiery exchange between ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Opposition Congress members during an adjournment motion moved by the Congress members during the ongoing Budget session. The Assembly Speaker Narendra Singh Tomar said that despite the matter being sub-judice and the usual practice…
Chennai, Feb 8 (IANS) Tamil Nadu BJP spokesperson A.N.S. Prasad on Sunday strongly defended the Union government’s development record in the state, asserting that Tamil Nadu’s growth trajectory has been largely powered by enhanced central funding and flagship schemes introduced under the NDA governments led by former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.Responding to the DMK-led alliance’s call for statewide protests on February 12 against the Union Budget, change…
Alwar, Jan 26 (IANS) The announcement of the prestigious Padma Shri award for renowned Bhapang player Gafruddin Mewati Jogi from Alwar has brought a wave of joy to his family and local community.Following the government’s announcement of the Padma Awards on the eve of Republic Day, congratulatory messages and visitors began pouring into his residence and continued late into the night.Originally from Kaithwada village in Bharatpur district, now part of Deeg, Gafruddin moved to Alwar in 1978.He sa…
Gandhinagar, Jan 20 (IANS) At a time when women across Gujarat are steadily redefining their economic and social roles, Rajiben Vankar from Kutch district has emerged as a powerful symbol of self-reliance, resilience and environmental responsibility.By transforming traditional weaving skills into a sustainable livelihood and converting waste plastic into useful products, Rajiben has not only secured her own future but has also generated employment for dozens of rural women.Over the years, sustai…
Imphal, Jan 17 (IANS) Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs Tokhan Sahu on Saturday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has changed the outlook of the Northeastern states through focused development initiatives.The Minister chaired a review meeting of ongoing schemes under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs and also held departmental review meetings of the Central Public Works Department (CPWD), Housing and Urban Development Corporation Limited (HUDCO) and National Buil…
New Delhi, Jan 11 (IANS) Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri on Sunday said that government schemes under Prime Minister Narendra Modi have transformed India’s development journey by shifting the focus from women-centred welfare to women-led growth, ensuring dignity, security and greater participation of women in nation-building.Puri was speaking after an interaction with professionals, industry leaders, academicians, entrepreneurs and students at the ‘Professionals Connect 2026’ conclave or…
Itanagar, Jan 10 (IANS) The Border Roads Organisation (BRO), in collaboration with various organisations and volunteer groups, on Saturday, carried out a cleanliness drive at the Siang River Front in Pasighat of Arunachal Pradesh’s East Siang district, officials said. Defence Spokesman Lieutenant Colonel Mahendra Rawat said that the BRO has always been in the forefront to take initiatives to reach out to civil administration and population in various forms.As part of the same initiative, BRO Pro…
New Delhi, Jan 1 (IANS) The Jal Shakti Ministry made significant strides in 2025 under the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) Phase II, with over 83 per cent of villages declared as ODF Plus (Model), more than 5.27 lakh villages having arrangements for solid waste management and 5.41 lakh villages having arrangements for liquid waste management, an official said on Thursday.The Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS) 2025 campaign, conducted during September and October, witnessed mass participation and Jan Bhagid…