Guwahati, July 27 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Monday said that the recent floods that devastated large parts of the state were unlike conventional monsoon floods and were triggered by exceptionally high rainfall, resulting in extensive damage even in areas that are normally considered safe from inundation. Talking to reporters here, the Chief Minister said the scale and nature of this year’s floods were unprecedented, attributing the disaster to rainfall that was more than…
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Guwahati, July 25 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister, Himanta Biswa Sarma, on Saturday claimed the current wave of floods in the state has been caused by an unprecedented spell of rainfall rather than conventional riverine flooding, with over 400 per cent excess rain leading to widespread devastation across villages and towns.Addressing reporters after reviewing the flood situation with senior officials and deputy commissioners of the affected districts, Sarma said nearly 11 lakh people in more than 2,…
Chandigarh, July 24 (IANS) Sadhguru’s Isha Gramotsavam, which is turning sports into a way of life in rural India, will be making its debut in Haryana this month, bringing the spirit of rural sports and community celebrations together. Swami Pulaka, national coordinator of Isha Gramotsavam, told the media here on Thursday that Isha Gramotsavam, which has been held over the years, has witnessed inspiring transformations beyond the playing field. “Villages have come together in celebration, women …
Guwahati, July 1 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday announced the statewide rollout of the ‘VB-G RAM-G’ initiative, saying the scheme would significantly enhance rural employment opportunities and strengthen livelihoods across villages. Sharing the development on social media, Sarma said the programme has officially been launched across the state from Wednesday.”With VB-G RAM-G now underway, our villages are set to benefit from greater employment and stronger livelihood…
Bathinda, June 24 (IANS) Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Wednesday announced a five-fold increase in the honorarium of sarpanches, raising it from Rs 2,000 to Rs 10,000 per month from August 15. At a Sarpanch Milni in Bathinda, the Chief Minister said sarpanches serve villages day and night and deserve dignity and respect for their invaluable contribution.Emphasising that the development of villages is the foundation of the state’s progress, he assured that there is no shortage of funds…
Mumbai, June 20 (IANS) Bhojpuri superstar and actor-politician Dinesh Lal Yadav, popularly known as Nirauha believes that the interior parts of India, especially the extreme rural villages and areas has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years.He highlighted how the villages now have improved infrastructure, healthcare facilities and modern agricultural practices reshaping village life.In an exclusive conversation with IANS, Nirauha highlighted advancements in agriculture, and point…
New Delhi, May 13 (IANS) In a major push to strengthen rural digital infrastructure and expand broadband connectivity across Andhra Pradesh, the Centre on Wednesday approved financial support of Rs 2,432 crore for implementation of the Amended BharatNet Programme (ABP) in the state. The agreement was signed between Digital Bharat Nidhi (DBN), the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), the Government of Andhra Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh BharatNet Infrastructure Limited (APBIL), Bharat Sanchar Nigam…
Bhopal, April 4 (IANS) The Madhya Pradesh government’s ‘homestay’ concept, which provides tourists with an experience of the “Heart of India” through local customs, lifestyle, and home-cooked food, has witnessed significant success over the past two years. A senior official in the Madhya Pradesh Tourism Department on Saturday told IANS that the number of tourists visiting the rapidly growing network of homestays is steadily increasing. He said that a significant number of homestays …
Gandhinagar, Feb 19 (IANS) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA, Hemant Khava, on Thursday drove a tractor to the Gujarat Legislative Assembly to protest against the state government’s Budget for 2026–27, alleging that it discriminates against villages and farmers.Khava, who represents Jamjodhpur, reached the Assembly premises on a tractor but was stopped at the gate by police and security personnel and was not allowed to enter with the vehicle.He subsequently walked to the Assembly to attend the proce…
Panchkula, Feb 11 (IANS) Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday said that the state government, following Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya’s Antyodaya philosophy, has been extending benefits of development to the poorest of the poor.“The government is ensuring that the light of development reaches the last mile and that no citizen is left behind,” he said in his address at the Samarpan Diwas programme organised here to mark the death anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya.CM Sa…