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March 8, 2024 5:22 PM

Lakhpati Didi Scheme is empowering women all over the country: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the occasion of International Women's Day highlighted that the government initiatives and schemes are empowering women and helping them realize their dreams. The Prime Minister said, "PM-AWAS Yojana has been a game-cha...

March 8, 2024 4:36 PM

Women’s Day: Indian Army to raise two sports companies for girls

The Indian Army will be setting up two Army Girls Sports Companies (AGSCs) in a phased manner within two of its centre of excellence nodes at Mhou and Pune to identify young talent, educate them and train them to become champions in their respective ...

March 8, 2024 4:30 PM

Jaishankar defends India’s stance on Russia, addresses ‘cherry-picking’ of principles

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, responding to a question at the Nikkei Forum on India-Japan Special Strategic Partnership, defended India's stance on Russia amidst ongoing Ukraine conflict. He said that people tend to “cherry-pick principl...

March 8, 2024 3:39 PM

New Zealand’s Deputy PM Winston Peters to visit India from March 10-13

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of New Zealand, Winston Peters will be paying an official visit to India on March 10-13 at the invitation of External Affairs Minister, Dr. S Jaishankar. Deputy PM Peters will be visiting Ahmedabad and N...

March 8, 2024 3:17 PM

Bengaluru water crisis leaves homes and offices high and dry

A severe water crisis has left Bengaluru, India's tech hub, with dry taps, leaving residents and offices without drinking water. In a bid to mitigate the situation, the Karnataka government announced a ban on the use of drinking water for non-essent...

March 8, 2024 2:59 PM

President Murmu nominates Sudha Murty to Rajya Sabha; ‘testament to Nari Shakti’, says PM Modi

President Droupadi Murmu has nominated Infosys Foundation chairperson and author Sudha Murty to Rajya Sabha. In a post on social media platform X, PM Narendra Modi congratulated Murty on her parliamentary tenure. PM Modi said that Murty's nomination...

March 8, 2024 1:19 PM

PM Modi presents National Creators Award across 20 categories

Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented the first National Creators Award in New Delhi on Friday. With over 150,000 nominations across 20 categories and approximately 10 lakh votes, the award aims to recognize excellence across diverse creative fields...

March 8, 2024 12:07 PM

Hamara Samvidhan, Hamara Samman Campaign to be held on March 9 in Bikaner

The Ministry of Law and Justice is organising an event in Rajasthan’s Bikaner district on Saturday to commemorate the 75th year of India as a Republic. The Hamara Samvidhan, Hamara Samman Campaign aims to enhance awareness about the Constitution a...

March 8, 2024 11:04 AM

International Women’s Day 2024: Inspiring inclusion and gender equality

International Women’s Day, observed annually on March 8, recognises the contributions made by women, celebrates their achievements, and promotes gender equality. The theme for IWD 2024 is “Inspire Inclusion.” It highlights the need for nurturi...

March 8, 2024 10:50 AM

PM Modi announces LPG cylinder price cut by Rs 100 on Women’s Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a price cut of Rs. 100 for LPG cylinders on International Women's Day. In a statement, Prime Minister Modi highlighted that this price cut is not only aimed at making cooking gas more affordable but also at sup...