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March 1, 2024 10:09 AM

PM Modi to unveil development projects worth Rs 35,700 crore in Jharkhand

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is heading to Jharkhand and West Bengal on Friday to kick off various development projects in both states. Starting in Sindri, located in the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, PM Modi will launch several development initiat...

March 1, 2024 9:25 AM

India-Japan joint exercise ‘Dharma Guardian’ underway in Rajasthan

The Indian and Japanese armies are presently participating in the joint military exercise 'Dharma Guardian' at the Mahajan field firing ranges in Rajasthan. Integral to this exercise is the incorporation of yoga, emphasizing its role in improving ...

March 1, 2024 8:56 AM

In Dhaka, Bailey Road restaurant fire kills at least 43 people

In Dhaka, at least 43 people, including 26 women and three children, were killed and 22 critically injured in a fire that broke out at the seven-storey Shopping Mall on Bailey Road on Thursday night. Bangladesh Health Minister Samanta Lal Sen said...

March 1, 2024 8:22 AM

WTO Conference extended to reach agreement on key issues

The World Trade Organization's 13th Ministerial Conference at Abu Dhabi has been extended until Friday, March 1st, to allow for further discussions and potential agreements on major topics. This decision follows consultations between the Director-Gen...

February 29, 2024 10:06 PM

Growth of Indian economy a real positive: Bill Gates

Bill Gates, co-founder of tech giant Microsoft, investor and philanthropist, on Thursday spoke about his long friendship with investment guru Warren Buffett and noted that they talk about good things going on in the world and the growth of the Indian...

March 1, 2024 8:02 AM

PM KISAN benefits worth over Rs 3 lakh crore transferred to farmers so far

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitious Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme has achieved yet another milestone, underscoring its commitment to bolstering the welfare of Indian farmers. With the recent addition of 90 lakh new benefici...

February 29, 2024 7:59 PM

PM Modi applauds 8.4% GDP growth as testament to India’s strength

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing satisfaction over the third-quarter figures of the current fiscal year, remarked that the robust 8.4% growth in Gross Domestic Product (GDP) demonstrates the strength and resilience of the Indian economy. In ...

February 29, 2024 6:14 PM

Indian Air Chief Marshal visits Jashore Air base of Bangladesh Air Force

Indian Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari and the Indian delegation on Thursday visited Bangladesh Air Force (BAF) Base Birsrestho Matiur Rahman at Jashore. The Air Chief had a close interaction with the officer cadets, instructors at the BAF Academy an...

February 29, 2024 5:58 PM

Union Cabinet approves nutrient based subsidy rates for Kharif Season 2024

The Union Cabinet has given its nod to the proposal put forth by the Department of Fertilizers. This approval pertains to the fixation of Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for the Kharif Season of 2024, spanning from April 1st, 2024, to September 30...

February 29, 2024 5:16 PM

150 Railway and 6 Metro Stations now certified for Healthy Eating

Millions of people travel through railway stations every day in India. Now, 150 of these stations have been recognized for providing safe and healthy food options. This achievement comes through the "Eat Right Station" certification program by the Fo...