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August 4, 2025 2:47 PM

Shibu Soren’s demise a big loss in the realm of Social Justice: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu expressed sorrow over the passing of former Jharkhand Chief Minister and Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) founder Shibu Soren, describing his demise as a “big loss” in the realm of social justice. Shibu Soren passed away at ...

August 4, 2025 2:41 PM

Indian firms poised to lead global petrochemicals sector: report

India is well-positioned to emerge as a regional consolidator in the petrochemicals sector, backed by strong domestic demand and growing manufacturing capacity, according to a report released on Monday by the Boston Consulting Group (BCG). The r...

August 4, 2025 2:01 PM

India’s top 7 cities record 65% jump in green office space since 2019: report

India’s top seven cities have witnessed a remarkable 65 per cent increase in Grade A green-certified office stock since 2019, driven by rising demand from global occupiers for sustainability-focused buildings, according to a research report release...

August 4, 2025 12:36 PM

Parliament adjourned amid opposition uproar in Lok Sabha, tribute to Shibu Soren in Rajya Sabha

The Monsoon Session of Parliament faced fresh disruptions on Monday, with the Lok Sabha adjourned till 2 p.m. amid Opposition protests over the revision of electoral rolls in Bihar, while the Rajya Sabha was adjourned for the day as a mark of respect...

August 4, 2025 12:28 PM

Railway Minister holds ‘Viksit Bharat Samvad’ in Bhavnagar, announces infrastructure push

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday held a ‘Viksit Bharat Samvad’ in Bhavnagar, interacting with traders, industrialists, and prominent citizens to discuss regional development and infrastructure needs. Speaking at the event, the m...

August 4, 2025 11:19 AM

Uttarakhand CM reviews preparedness as IMD issues orange alert; schools shut in Dehradun

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday held a virtual meeting with the District Magistrates of all thirteen districts of the state to review the progress of development works and assess preparedness in light of the alert issued by t...

August 4, 2025 2:08 PM

Shibu Soren was grassroots leader: PM Modi condoles passing away of ex-Jharkhand CM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on the passing of former Jharkhand Chief Minister Shibu Soren, describing him as a "grassroots leader" who dedicated himself to public service with unwavering commitment to the people. Founding ...

August 4, 2025 10:29 AM

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw visits container manufacturing unit in Bhavnagar

Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw, accompanied by Union Minister Dr. Mansukhbhai Mandaviya and Minister of State Nimuben Bambhaniya, visited Aawadkrupa Plastomech Pvt. Ltd., a leading container manufacturing company located in the Navagam ...

August 4, 2025 10:02 AM

Ashwini Vaishnaw flags off Bhavnagar-Ayodhya weekly train

Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw on Sunday flagged off the Bhavnagar-Ayodhya Express along with two other express trains- Rewa-Pune (Hadapsar) Express and Jabalpur-Raipur Express-from Bhavnagar, Gujarat. Chief Ministers of Madhya Pradesh ...

August 4, 2025 9:56 AM

India a valued friend, says Philippines President Marcos as he begins five-day state visit

Philippines President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Monday described India as a "valued friend" as he began his five-day state visit to the country — his first official visit since taking office in 2022. In his departure statement, Marcos said shared...

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