India today stands at a transformative juncture where development is no longer confined to economic indicators alone. It is now defined by inclusion, equity, and equal participation. The Nari Shakti Vandan Act represents a historic step in this direction, promising to reshape the democratic fabric of the nation.Under the visionary leadership of Narendra Modi, this…
Chandigarh: The Chandigarh traffic police have procured 100 body-worn cameras to bring greater transparency in challaning and to reduce confrontations with traffic violators at check posts. The cameras will be issued to challaning officers after they undergo training.In 2017, the Chandigarh Police had purchased 104 body-worn cameras for traffic personnel. However, most of them are…
Panaji: The Goa State Pollution Control Board (GSPCB) has taken samples of waste dumped in a property at Carambolim following a joint inspection, as some locals and parents of a reputed school alleged unhygienic conditions and health hazard at the site.The owner himself had sought the inspection for which officials from GSPCB, Goa Waste Management…
The Delhi High Court has dismissed a plea to stay the conviction of MLA Rajendra Bharti NEW DELHI: The Delhi high court on Friday refused to suspend the conviction of disqualified Madhya Pradesh Congress MLA Rajendra Bharti in a cheating case linked to the alleged forgery of bank records to secure illegal interest payments between…
Closure action has been taken against bleaching units across Balana, Binjhol, Samalkha, Nimbri, Kurar, Naultha, Chandoli and other villages Closure action has been taken against bleaching units across Balana, Binjhol, Samalkha, Nimbri, Kurar, Naultha, Chandoli and other villages Closure action has been taken against bleaching units across Balana, Binjhol, Samalkha, Nimbri, Kurar, Naultha, Chandoli and…
File Pic: Preity Zinta and Yuzvendra Chahal (X Photo) NEW DELHI: Punjab Kings are the team to beat in the ongoing IPL 2026, winning six of their seven matches so far and leading the standings with 13 points. They remain the only undefeated side this season, with their only points drop coming from a rain-induced…
Ludhiana: Rising steel prices have emerged as a major concern for exporters and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSME) manufacturers, with industry leaders saying sustained increases in raw material costs were squeezing margins and threatening competitiveness.The Federation of Industrial & Commercial Organization (FICO) has stated that abnormal fluctuations were hurting downstream industries, particularly micro, small…
Varanasi: The Indian Institute of Vegetable Research (IIVR) on Tuesday signed licensing agreements with several private seed companies to ensure the availability of high-quality seeds for farmers.An agreement was signed with Fateh Seeds, Ballia, for the improved okra variety, Kashi Utkarsh. The variety offers high productivity due to its plant height of around 110–115 cm…
Mumbai: In a move set to impact millions of commuters across Maharashtra, the State Transport Authority (STA) on Friday approved a proposal by the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) to increase bus fares by an average 13.5%. The revised fares will come into effect from Saturday, said an official.There is no change in fare…
Thane: As many as 2,514 patients in Thane district received financial assistance of Rs 21.7 crore under the chief minister’s medical assistance fund in 2025-26, officials said.The fund supports eligible patients who are unable to avail benefits under other govt health schemes. Measures such as a district-level cell, paperless applications and faster approvals have improved…
