Category: India

New Delhi, March 31: The Indian Army has announced a significant leadership transition with the appointment of Abhijit S. Pendharkar as the new Director General of Military Operations (DGMO), a crucial position responsible for overseeing operational planning and coordination, particularly along sensitive borders. He will take over from Rajiv Ghai, who has been elevated to the role of Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy). The change marks an important reshuffle within the Army’s senior command structure at a time of complex and evolving security dynamics. Key Highlights of the Leadership…

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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister on Monday launched a large-scale initiative aimed at strengthening child and maternal welfare services across the state, inaugurating 69,804 Anganwadi centres at an event held at Lok Bhavan in Lucknow. As part of the programme, the Chief Minister also distributed smartphones to Anganwadi workers and supervisors, and handed out appointment letters to 18,440 newly recruited Anganwadi workers and assistants. Additionally, foundation stones were laid for 702 new Anganwadi centres and 71 Child Development Project Office (CDPO) buildings, with a combined estimated cost of ₹137 crore. Key…

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New Delhi, March 30: Narendra Modi on Monday held a virtual interaction with grassroots workers of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Assam, urging them to intensify efforts ahead of the upcoming state elections. The interaction, conducted through the NaMo App as part of the ‘Mera Booth Sabse Mazboot’ initiative, focused on electoral strategy, governance achievements, and concerns related to illegal infiltration. The Prime Minister’s outreach comes at a crucial time, as political parties step up campaigning across Assam, where issues such as development, identity, and security remain central to…

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New Delhi, March 27: Narendra Modi on Thursday extended his congratulations to Balendra Shah following his swearing-in as Nepal’s new Prime Minister. In a message shared on social media platform X, Modi acknowledged the public mandate behind Shah’s appointment and expressed optimism about advancing the longstanding relationship between India and Nepal. The development comes at a significant moment in regional diplomacy, as both countries seek to reinforce cooperation across economic, cultural, and strategic domains. Key Highlights of the Message In his message, Modi described Shah’s appointment as a reflection of…

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Jammu, March 27: Manoj Sinha on Friday expressed appreciation to the Central government for approving ₹5,000 crore in additional financial assistance to Jammu and Kashmir. The announcement, shared through the official handle of the Lieutenant Governor’s office on social media platform X, highlighted the significance of the support in improving the Union Territory’s financial position. The assistance comes at a time when Jammu and Kashmir continues to focus on fiscal consolidation, infrastructure development, and administrative reforms. Key Highlights of the Financial Assistance According to the statement issued by the Lieutenant…

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Guwahati, March 27: Himanta Biswa Sarma on Friday strongly responded to comments made by Badruddin Ajmal, reiterating that his government will continue to take firm action against illegal infiltration in Assam. Speaking at an election rally in Bihpuria, the Chief Minister underscored his administration’s approach to border security and migration, stating that decisive steps taken over the past five years would be further intensified if given another mandate. The remarks come amid heightened political exchanges in the run-up to elections, where issues such as identity, migration, and development remain central…

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Kolkata, March 26: A fire broke out at a chips manufacturing unit in the Chandipur area of Bhangar on Thursday morning, triggering panic among local residents. However, swift intervention by fire services ensured the blaze was brought under control quickly, preventing what could have turned into a major industrial accident. Authorities confirmed that no casualties or injuries have been reported. The incident occurred under the jurisdiction of Bhangar police station, with emergency teams responding shortly after workers raised the alarm upon noticing smoke and flames inside the factory premises. Fire…

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Bhubaneswar, March 26: The Government of Odisha on Thursday announced a new excise policy for 2026–29, introducing higher licence fees, a revised revenue model, and new regulatory measures aimed at strengthening state finances while addressing public health concerns. The policy, which will be in effect from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2029, was presented in the Assembly by Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan. Key Highlights of the New Excise Policy The newly introduced framework outlines several structural changes in the way liquor trade is regulated and taxed in Odisha. One…

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Kolkata, March 26: Uncertainty continues to cloud the electoral prospects of Swapna Barman, who has been nominated by the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) for the Rajganj Assembly constituency in West Bengal’s Jalpaiguri district. The development comes amid an ongoing disciplinary case against her during her tenure with the Railways. The issue has now reached the Calcutta High Court, where proceedings are underway regarding her compliance with service rules and eligibility to contest elections. Key Developments in the Case Barman, who joined the Trinamool Congress on February 27, was announced…

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Gorakhpur, March 26: Yogi Adityanath on Thursday interacted with citizens during a public grievance session, or “Janta Darshan,” held at the Gorakhnath Temple. The Chief Minister heard concerns from residents and instructed officials to ensure prompt and fair resolution of complaints. The outreach programme, conducted outside the Mahant Digvijaynath Smriti Bhawan within the temple premises, saw participation from around 200 people. Key Announcements and Directions During the session, the Chief Minister emphasized that there should be “no carelessness” in addressing public grievances. He directed administrative and police officials to handle…

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