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Use weight-reducing drugs judiciously: Union Minister Jitendra Singh
New Delhi : Even as weight-reducing or anti-obesity drugs are gaining popularity in India, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh on Saturday urged for their judicious use.
Addressing the…
India‑Oman CEPA to boost exports, energy security
New Delhi : The Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with Oman is expected to enhance India’s export competitiveness, secure energy supplies at favourable prices and strengthen India–Oman economic ties, a report said on…
‘25 more days of wages’: Poor households welcome VB-G Ram G scheme in Bhopal
Bhopal : The substitution of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) with VB-G RAM G legislation is being hailed by the labour and landless classes, primarily because of the proposed increase in days of wages…
Sitharaman launches project to develop AI, STEM & robotics labs in govt schools in Karnataka
New Delhi : Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday launched a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project to develop five Artificial Intelligence, STEM, and robotics labs in government schools in Karnataka.
The Minister…
Policy reforms, digital innovations make India a reliable global partner: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi : Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Saturday said that with policy reforms, new Labour Codes, digital innovations and robust exports, India has become a reliable global partner.
Addressing the ‘World Hindu Economic…
Eggs safe for consumption; cancer risk claims misleading, not scientific, says FSSAI
New Delhi : Amid the ongoing concerns of carcinogenic substances being found in eggs, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Saturday categorically stated that eggs available in the country are safe for human…
‘Bodes ill for democratic process’: Tharoor flags attacks on media amid violence in…
New Delhi : Congress MP Shashi Tharoor on Saturday voiced serious concern over what he described as targeted attacks on prominent media houses in violence-hit Bangladesh, while also condemning the forced suspension of visa services at…
Hijab incident: Complaint filed against Nitish Kumar, Sanjay Nishad; hearing on Jan 3
Patna : Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar’s legal troubles appear to be increasing as a complaint has been filed against him and Uttar Pradesh Fisheries Minister Sanjay Nishad in the court of the Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM),…
Congress to move no-confidence motion against Haryana government
Chandigarh : The opposition Congress is set to move a no-confidence motion against the ruling BJP government in Haryana during the winter Assembly session on Friday. The discussion will be held during the second sitting of the Assembly.…
Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla meets party leaders on conclusion of Winter Session of Parliament 2025
New Delhi : Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Friday met with Leaders of political parties and Members of Parliament in his chamber at Parliament House on the conclusion of the Winter Session of Parliament 2025.
Meanwhile, amid Opposition…
“Relevance of Parliament gradually declining:” Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on Parliament…
New Delhi : Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal, in a press conference on Friday, alleged that Parliament is gradually losing its relevance and emphasised that this development is extremely dangerous for democracy, as real issues are not being…
Winter Session of Parliament concludes, Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha adjourned sine die
New Delhi : Amid Opposition protests over the passage of the VB-G Ram G Bill, Lok Sabha was adjourned sine die on Friday by Speaker Om Birla after Vande Mataram was played in the House. Prime Minister Narendra Modi who returned from a…
Air India Express cancels Vijayawada-Visakhapatnam flight over technical issue
New Delhi : Low-cost Indian airline and subsidiary of the Tata Group, Air India Express, cancelled the Vijayawada-Visakhapatnam flight on Friday due to a technical issue that was identified prior to departure.
According to an Air India…
Parliament Winter Session concludes productively; Rajya Sabha at 121%, Lok Sabha 111%
New Delhi : The 269th Session of the Rajya Sabha concluded on Friday with the Chairman and Vice-President of India extending his valedictory remarks, highlighting the productivity and constructive debates during the winter session, RS…
“Anti-state, Anti-village by design,” Rahul Gandhi slams government on VB-G RAM G bill
New Delhi : The Opposition continues its vocal protest over the passage of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill in Parliament. On Friday, an united Opposition staged protest outside…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah to visit West Bengal on December 29-30
New Delhi : Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit West Bengal on December 29 and 30. During his two-day stay in Kolkata, he is expected to hold meetings with the state BJP's core group leaders.
According to a BJP sources, the…
Lok Sabha passes VB G RAM G Bill, guarantees 125 days of employment
New Delhi : The Lok Sabha on Thursday passed the Viksit Bharat - Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025, which reframed the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS) with an employment…
“MGNREGA will end in months, Bill is against poor”:Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi vows…
New Delhi : Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Thursday expressed strong opposition to the VB-G-RAM-G Bill passed in the Lok Sabha, saying the legislation threatens the future of MGNREGA.
Addressing reporters, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra…
RBI announces Rs 30,000 crore G-Sec underwriting auction, releases OMO purchase results
Mumbai : The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Thursday announced that an underwriting auction, for the sale of Government Securities amounting to Rs 30,000 crore, will be held tomorrow.
The apex bank also released the cut-off details for its…
ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦੇ ਉਘੇ ਅਖ਼ਬਾਰ ‘ਅਜੀਤ’ ਦੇ ਸਮਾਚਾਰ ਸੰਪਾਦਕ ਜਸਪ੍ਰੀਤ ਸਿੰਘ ਸੈਣੀ ਹੋਣਗੇ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਪ੍ਰੈਸ ਕਲੱਬ ਦੇ…
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