New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on becoming the longest continuously serving Prime Minister in Italy’s postwar history. Modi said the milestone reflected the trust and confidence placed in Meloni’s leadership by the Italian people. He also credited Meloni’s friendship with India for playing an important role Read More…
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Gujarat shifts focus to AI, semiconductors and green energy for future growth
Mumbai: Gujarat is expanding its economic focus beyond traditional industries, with the state government placing greater emphasis on emerging sectors such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, green hydrogen and renewable energy, Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said on Thursday. Addressing an event in Mumbai ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat 2027 summit, Patel said new-age industries would play Read More…
Nepal-Tibet floods claim 1,243 lives; PM Shah calls for global action on climate change
Katmandu: The death toll from the massive flash floods that struck Nepal and Tibet has climbed to 1,243, with rescue teams continuing to search for people feared trapped in tunnels and underground power facilities along the Bhotekoshi River. Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah has urged the international community to take seriously the possible role of Read More…
PM Modi pays tribute to Bengali cinema legend Uttam Kumar on birth centenary
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid tribute to legendary Bengali actor Uttam Kumar on his birth centenary, remembering the iconic performer for his enduring contribution to Indian cinema. In a post on X, Modi described Uttam Kumar as a legend whose timeless performances continue to resonate with audiences across generations. “Mahanayak Uttam Read More…
CM Vijay to Move Assembly Resolution Seeking Tamil as Principal Language of Madras High Court
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is set to move a resolution in the state Assembly on Thursday, urging the Centre to recognise Tamil as the principal language of the Madras High Court, official sources said. The proposed resolution is expected to highlight Tamil’s status as a classical language and the substantial development Read More…
Dhami Gives Recognition to 26 Minority Institutions; Five Unrecognised Madrasas Sealed
Dehradun: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Wednesday presented recognition certificates to 26 minority educational institutions in the state, while authorities sealed five unrecognised madrasas in Udham Singh Nagar district. Dhami handed over the certificates at an event titled “New Identity, New Respect – A Bright Future through Modern Education.” Describing the recognition granted Read More…
CEC Gyanesh Kumar Interacts with Over 1,000 Goa BLOs
Panaji: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Wednesday interacted with more than 1,000 Booth Level Officers (BLOs) from across Goa. Describing BLOs as the “foundational pillar” of the world’s largest democracy, Kumar said electoral rolls and the election process are carried out in accordance with the Constitution, law and Election Commission guidelines. He highlighted the Read More…
Om Birla Holds Parliamentary Dialogue with Seychelles Speaker
New Delhi: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Wednesday held a bilateral parliamentary dialogue with Seychelles National Assembly Speaker Azarel Yolanda Ernesta and a parliamentary delegation at Parliament House. Birla congratulated Ernesta on becoming the first woman Speaker of the Seychelles National Assembly and highlighted the longstanding ties between India and Seychelles. He noted that Read More…
CM Yogi Adityanath to Visit Mathura for Two-Day Janmashtami Celebrations
Mathura: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will begin a two-day visit to Mathura on Thursday to participate in Sri Krishna Janmashtami celebrations and inaugurate several development projects, officials said. Adityanath is scheduled to arrive in Mathura on Thursday afternoon and chair a meeting of the Uttar Pradesh Brij Teerth Vikas Parishad. During his visit, Read More…
PM Modi Calls for Time-Bound Action on Water Security
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called for sustained and time-bound follow-up on the key decisions taken at the two-day National Departmental Summit on Water organised by the Ministry of Jal Shakti. Chairing the summit’s valedictory session, Modi stressed the need for continuous review rather than treating the summit as a one-time exercise. Read More…