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Modi's 'Swadeshi' Call For Self-Reliance Lauded By Maharashtra Minister
Modi's 'Swadeshi' Call For Self-Reliance Lauded By Maharashtra Minister 2026-05-11 11:45:18 (MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Maharashtra Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his recent appeal to the country to adopt indigenous products. He stated that the call for self-reliance is essential for the country's economic growth and follows the ideals once set by Mahatma Gandhi.
IAS Officer Suspended After Skipping Meeting Called By Maharashtra Minister
IAS Officer Suspended After Skipping Meeting Called By Maharashtra Minister abThe Maharashtra government has suspended an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer and the joint director of the state's pollution control body for not attending important meetings to brief a state minister on critical matters. Continue Reading
Rekha Gupta Attends HPV Vaccination Drive, Aims To Vaccinate 1.6 Lakh Girls In 3 Months
New Delhi:Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday attended an HPV vaccination event at Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, accompanied by BJP MP Manoj Tiwari, Health Minister Dr Pankaj Kumar Singh, and MLA Sanjay Goyal. She further said that they were aiming to vaccinate 1.6 lakh girl children in the national Capital in three months. Addressing the media, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said, “Every year, thousands of women lose their lives to cervical cancer.
"Sourav Ganguly Happy": India vs West Indies T20 World Cup Virtual Quarter-final Pitch Details Shared By Curator
India's virtual quarterfinal against the West Indies in the T20 World Cup on Sunday will be played on the same pitch that witnessed the tournament's first 200-plus total, scored by Scotland. Going by what local curator Sujan Mukherjee indicated, the Super Eights clash between India and the West Indies will be held on the strip that hosted the "second match of the T20 World Cup".
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launches Nationwide HPV Vaccination Campaign and Development Projects Worth ₹17,000 Crore in Ajmer, Rajasthan
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, addressed a public gathering in Ajmer today, marking a significant milestone in Rajasthan’s development journey.
Top Iran IRGC Commander Mohammad Pakpour Killed In Strikes: Israel
The commander of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), Mohammad Pakpour, was killed in strikes by Israel and the US on Saturday, according to a report by Israeli broadcaster N12. Among the most powerful men in Iran, Pakpour was IRGC commander for 260 days. So far, there has been no official confirmation from Tehran regarding Pakpour's death.
Nagpur, Chennai Among Cities To Witness Partial Lunar Eclipse on March 3
A partial lunar eclipse will be visible across parts of India on Tuesday, 3 March 2026, offering skywatchers a brief but striking celestial display as the Moon moves through Earth's shadow. The event coincides with the festival of Holi, making it a notable astronomical and cultural moment for many. Astronomers say that although a total lunar eclipse will occur on the same date globally, most parts of India will only see the final phase of the eclipse around moonrise at sunset.
Satyendar Jain's Interim Bail On Medical Grounds Extended Till December 11
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday extended till December 11 the interim bail granted to former Delhi minister Satyendar Kumar Jain in a money laundering case. The Supreme Court is seized of a plea filed by Jain challenging the April 6 order of the Delhi High Court which had dismissed his bail plea in the case being probed by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). The top court had on May 26 granted him interim bail on medical grounds for six weeks. Later, the relief was extended by the court.
In Pics: Sachin Tendulkar Watches Vicky Kaushal's Sam Bahadur
New Delhi: Vicky Kaushal’s weekend was made as cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar watched his new film Sam Bahadur at a hall in Khar on Saturday. Sachin Tendulkar was accompanied by wife Anjali to the screening. Apart from Sachin Tendulkar, former Indian cricketers Zaheer Khan and Ajit Agarkar also watched the film. Vicky Kaushal was present with the star players to witness their live reactions. Vicky was dressed in a black shirt and denims. He added a dash of style with his black shades.
Election Results: 3-Layer Security In 4 States For Vote Counting
Election Results 2023: The conclusion to the state assembly elections will be witnessed on December 3 with the counting of votes to take place for Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Telangana. The states have undergone elaborate preparations including a three-layer security mechanism for the poll results to be announced on Sunday while for Mizoram, the counting of votes and result announcement has been postponed to Monday.
Munich Airport Shut, Flights, Trains Hit As Heavy Snow Paralyses Germany
Germany has been taxable to snowfall and freezing temperatures for respective days Munich: Heavy snowfall brought chaos to parts of confederate Germany connected Saturday, pinch aerial and obstruction postulation blocked successful nan Bavarian authorities superior of Munich. After first suspending flights until noon Saturday (1100 GMT), Munich airdrome later said it would stay closed until 6:00 americium (0500 GMT) connected Sunday. In total, 760 flights were affected, a spokesperson told AFP.
Nurse On Yemen Death Row: Court Seeks Centre's Reply To Mother's Travel Request
New Delhi: The Delhi High Court on Saturday sought the Centre's response on a plea by the mother of a Kerala woman, who is on death row in Yemen for killing a Yemini national, seeking facilitation of her travel to that country to negotiate with the victim's family about paying blood money to save her daughter.
Sanjay Raut Gets Bail In Defamation Case Filed By Maharashtra Minister
Nashik: A court in Maharashtra's Malegaon on Saturday granted bail to Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut in a defamation case registered on the complaint of state PWD and Nashik guardian minister Dada Bhuse. The Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha member was present in the court. Granting Sanjay Raut bail, the court said it will hear the case next on February 3, 2024.
Russia paying wives of soldiers in Ukraine not to stage protests, says UK
Russian authorities are paying nan wives of Russian soldiers not to protestation against their long-running deployment aft demonstrations successful Moscow, nan UK Ministry of Defence said. The MoD said successful its regular intelligence briefing that immoderate women were being paid disconnected while others had been discredited online. It comes aft protests from soldiers’ wives successful November.
BJP giving 'love jihad' angle to actor's death to divert people's attention from key issues Maha Cong chief
Nagpur, Dec 26 (PTI) The Congress in Maharashtra on Monday alleged the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was giving a "love jihad" angle to cases like the death of TV actor Tunisha Sharma to divert people's attention from important issues. <br> Sharma, 21, was found hanging in the washroom on the set of the television serial 'Ali Baba: Dastaan-E-Kabul' in Palghar district on Saturday, following which her co-actor Sheezan Khan was arrested on the charge of abetting her suicide.
MVA leaders discuss Dec 17 protest plan against state govt
Mumbai, Dec 11 (PTI) Leaders of Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) met here on Sunday to discuss preparations for a protest march organised by the Opposition bloc against the Eknath Shinde-BJP government on December 17 on various issues.<br> The march will commence from Jijamata Udyan at 11.30 am and culminate at CSMT station in south Mumbai, a distance of almost 4 km, Congress leader Naseem Khan said.<br> He said the insult of icons, the Maharashtra -Karnataka boundary dispute are among the issues that...
Arrested By ED, Maharashtra Minister And NCP Leader Nawab Malik Hospitalised In Mumbai
Mumbai, Feb 25 (PTI) Maharashtra minister Nawab Malik, who was arrested by the ED and remanded in its custody till March 3, has been admitted to the state-run J J Hospital here for medical reasons, his office said on Friday. 'Hon. @nawabmalikncp saheb has been admitted to JJ hospital for medical reasons,' Malik's office said in a tweet. An official also confirmed that Malik has been admitted to the J J hospital.
Satej Patil: App targeting Muslim women shameful, disturbing; will take action
Maharashtra’s Minister of State for Home Satej Patil on Saturday directed the state’s police to initiate action after photos of at least 100 Muslim women were posted on a web application along with derogatory comments. “Digital platforms like these are rife with misogyny and communal hatred aimed at women. This is very disturbing and shameful. Maharashtra govt is taking strong action against such platforms,” Patil tweeted.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson Hold Bilateral Talks On Sidelines Of UN COP26 Climate Summit
PM Modi and Britain's Boris Johnson talked about various subjects including mitigating climate change Glasgow: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday met his British counterpart Boris Johnson on the sidelines of the COP26 climate summit and discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in areas like green hydrogen, renewables and clean technology, economy and defence.
SoftBank-Backed Logistics Startup Delhivery Files For Rs 7,460 Crore IPO
Bengaluru: SoftBank Group-backed Indian logistics firm Delhivery has filed for an initial public offering of up to Rs 7,460 crore ($997.33 million), joining a long list of startups that have tapped the capital market this year.
Anti-Drugs Officer Fends Off WhatsApp Chat Charge By Maharashtra Minister
Mumbai: NCB officer Sameer Wankhede - investigating the Aryan Khan drugs case - hit back at Maharashtra minister Nawab Malik after comments about expensive clothes - "shirts worth Rs 50,000" - and allegations of a WhatsApp chat link between his sister (a lawyer) and a now-jailed drug smuggler.
Rs 1,000 Crore-Worth Assets Allegedly Linked To Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar Seized
Assets worth over Rs 1,000 crore have been seized by the Income Tax Department in raids allegedly linked to Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, officials said.
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's properties worth over Rs 1,000 crore seized by Income Tax department
Breaking News Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's properties worth over Rs 1,000 crore seized by Income Tax department Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar's properties worth over Rs 1,000 crore seized by Income Tax department This is a breaking news story. Details will be added soon. Please refresh the page for latest version.
NCP Leader Nawab Malik On Devendra Fadnavis Allegations: In My 62 Years
Nawab Malik said no one had the guts to say he had such connections with underworld. Mumbai (Maharashtra): Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) leader Nawab Malik on Tuesday, while refuting former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis' allegations that he has relations with the underworld, said that he has spent 62 years of his life in Mumbai but no one had the guts to say he had such connections. "Yesterday, Devendra ji said, 'Main Diwali ke baad bomb phodunga'. You don't need to wait.
Pune: Will set up dedicated halls across state to boost fencing, provide support to every player, says minister
To provide fencing players opportunities to represent the state at national and international level and give a boost to the sport, dedicated halls are being made available in five districts across the state, said Maharashtra Minister of State Satej Patil.
72 Kg Chocolate Sculpture Tribute To Odisha Chief Minister On 75th Birthday
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik's 75th Birthday: The team took 15 days to complete the sculpture. Bhubaneswar: To commemorate the Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik's 75th birthday, pastry chef Rakesh Kumar Sahu from Begunia of Khordha created a spectacular chocolate sculpture weighing around 72 kg. The 32-year-old Sahu who runs an institute of baking and pastry art at Tanka Pani Road, took 15 days to complete the sculpture with the help of six of his students.
J&K Separatist Syed Ali Shah Geelani's Grandson Sacked From Government Job
Syed Ali Shah Geelani's grandson Anees-Ul-Islam was appointed research officer in 2016 New Delhi: The grandson of pro-Pakistan Kashmir separatist Syed Ali Shah Geelani has been sacked as research officer from a government-owned convention centre in Jammu and Kashmir, sources have said. The move behind the sacking of Anees-Ul-Islam came after it was found that the separatist who died at 92 last month had "bartered violence for his grandson's job", sources said.
Man Shot Dead Over Parking In Delhi's Dabri: Police
The incident occurred over parking of a motorcycle in front of Alam's house's gate (Representational) New Delhi: A 25-year-old man was shot dead allegedly by two persons over parking in southwest Delhi's Dabri area, police said on Saturday. On Friday, police received information regarding firing at Dabri, and when a team reached the spot, it found blood on a street at Mahavir Enclave Part-II, they said.
World Bank President David Malpass Lauds India's Successful COVID-19 Vaccination Campaign
David Malpass congratulated Finance Minister Sitharaman on India's COVID-19 vaccination campaign Washington: World Bank President David Malpass on Saturday congratulated India on a successful vaccination campaign against the COVID-19 pandemic as he met Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and thanked her for India's international role in vaccine production and distribution.
Centre Blaming States On Coal Payment, Silent On GST Dues, Says Sharad Pawar
NCP chief Sharad Pawar said nobody is saying anything about the GST dues. File Pune: NCP chief Sharad Pawar today hit out at the centre for blaming the states for delaying the payment of coal, adding that the centre is yet to give the GST amount to the state but nobody is saying anything on the issue. Addressing a press conference here, Mr Pawar said, "When the Maharashtra government delayed the payment of coal worth Rs 3,000 crore by 10-12 days only, the centre has started making allegations.
US Offers To Pay Family Of 10 Killed By "Mistake" In Afghan Drone Strike
Last month US officials conceded the drone attack was an error. (FIle) Washington: The United States said Friday it has offered to pay unspecified compensation to relatives of 10 people in Afghanistan including seven children who were killed by mistake in a US drone strike as American forces were completing their withdrawal.
7 Advocates Elevated As Judges Of Gujarat High Court
The Department of Justice in the ministry issued a list of the newly appointed judges. (File) NewDelhi: Seven advocates were appointed as judges of the Gujarat High Court, in a fresh set of appointments to the higher judiciary announced by the law ministry on Saturday. The Department of Justice in the ministry issued a list of the newly appointed judges. On October 14, seven judges, including four advocates, were appointed to three high courts.
"Inexcusable": Emmanuel Macron Condemns Crackdown On 1961 Paris Protest Of Algerians
Emmanuel Macron became the first French president to attend a memorial ceremony for those killed. Paris: French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday condemned as "inexcusable" a deadly crackdown by Paris police on a 1961 protest by Algerians whose scale was a taboo covered up for decades by French authorities.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Says Prime Minister Narendra Modi To Inaugurate 7 Medical Colleges In UP On October 25
Yogi Adityanath inspected the new medical college building and its premises in Siddharthnagar. (File) Siddharthnagar, UP: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate seven new medical colleges in the state from Siddharthnagar district on October 25. The Chief Minister, who was in Siddharthnagar to review the preparations for the PM's arrival in the district, said a chain of new medical colleges will be functioning in UP.
Taliban To Announce Plans For Girls' Education "Soon": UN
The Taliban says they will allow girls to return to school as soon as possible. (Representational) United Nations: The Taliban will announce a framework that allows girls to attend school in Afghanistan "soon," a senior United Nations official said, after four weeks in which Afghan boys have been allowed a secondary education but girls have not.
Non-Native Gol-Gappa Seller Shot Dead In Srinagar In Eighth Such Killing
Killing of non-native civilians by terrorists have increased in the last few weeks in Jammu and Kashmir Srinagar: A non-native hawker in Srinagar was shot dead by terrorists today, in the eighth such killing of civilians in the past two weeks. "A non-local vendor, Arvind Kumar, was killed by terrorists in Eidgah area of Srinagar," senior police officer Kashmir Vijay Kumar told news agency ANI. The terrorists shot the hawker at point-blank range, sources said.
Sending Friend Requests As Women, How A Gang Blackmailed Men For Lakhs
Police have arrested23-year-old Hakmuddin and 3 of his associates are on the run New Delhi: One accused has been arrested and three suspects identified as the cyber cell of Delhi Police busted a "sextortion" module operating from Rajasthan. Police have said they had received nine complaints in the matter. K P S Malhotra, DCP of the cyber cell, said one of the complainants had received a friend request on Facebook and the sender asked for his WhatsApp number.
"Looking To Build A Bitcoin Mining System": Square CEO Jack Dorsey
On Friday, bitcoin topped $60,000 for the first time in six months Square Inc Chief Executive Officer Jack Dorsey said on Friday the fintech firm is looking to build a bitcoin mining system based on custom silicon and open source for individuals as well as businesses. This would add to Square's existing bitcoin-focused projects including a business to build an open developer platform, as well as a hardware wallet for the cryptocurrency.
Electricity Demand Grows 4.9% In First-Half Of October Amid Coal Supply Deficit In India
Surge in power demand and high global coal prices have left utilities scampering for coal The country's electricity demand grew 4.9 per cent during the first half of October, with supply falling short of demand by 1.4 per cent despite a 3.2 per cent rise in coal-fired generation and 30 per cent rise in solar output, a Reuters analysis of government data showed.
Told To Pay For Cigarettes, 4 Beat Shopkeeper To Death In Madhya Pradesh
Shahdol: Police said the shopkeeper died some time after being taken to a hospital. (File) Shahdol, Madhya Pradesh: Four people allegedly beat a shopkeeper to death after they were asked to pay for the cigarettes they had taken, police in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol said on Saturday.
Indo-US Joint Training Exercise "Ek Yudh Abhyas 21" Commences In Alaska
The joint training exercise commenced with an opening ceremony. (Representational) Alaska: The 17th Edition of Indo-US joint training exercise "Ex Yudh Abhyas 21" commenced at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson in Alaska on Friday. The 14 days training schedule includes activities on joint training in a Counter Insurgency and Counter Terrorism environment under the United Nations mandate, said the Ministry of Defence in a statement.
Sharad Pawar Says Will Meet Amit Shah To Discuss BSF Row
Mumbai: NCP chief Sharad Pawar said on Saturday that he would meet Home Minister Amit Shah "to know his thoughts about" the extension of the BSF's operational jurisdiction. "I will be meeting Home Minister Amit Shah to know his thoughts about it," Mr Pawar said, referring to this week's Home Ministry order that said BSF could operate up to 50 km from the international border in Assam, Bengal and Punjab.
Minister Of State For Home Nityanand Rai Says Security Forces Must Be Ready For Lone Wolf Attacks
MoS Home Nityanand Rai was speaking at the 37th Raising Day of the NSG. (File) Manesar: Taking cognisance of growing terror challenges, Minister of State (MoS) for Home Nityanand Rai on Saturday warned the security forces to prepare themselves to deal with incidents like drone strikes, airstrikes and lone wolf attacks.
"Parivar Bachao Working Committee": BJP Mocks Congress Top Body
BJP Mocks Congress Top Body: "Parivar Bachao Working Committee" New Delhi: The BJP on Saturday mocked the Congress Working Committee meeting as "parivar bachao working committee" and alleged that it offered no answers to the issues of the party's internal rift and its leadership's failures, and instead indulged in spreading lies.
Robinhood: All You Need To Know About The Crypto Trading App
The app supports purchases of cryptocurrency, stocks, ETFs, and options. To invest or trade in cryptocurrencies, you would first need to open an account on any of the many online exchanges. Robinhood is just one of them, and a popular one. The US-based platform is best known as the stock trading app that started the concept of commission-free trading years before most others thought of it.
NSG Director General MA Ganapathy Says Force Will Provide Counter-Drone Security To Air Force Bases In Jammu And Srinagar
The National Security Guard (NSG) was raised as a federal counter-terrorist force in 1984. Gurgaon: Counter-terrorism commando force National Security Guard (NSG) has been deployed at the Indian Air Force (IAF) stations in Srinagar and Jammu to provide anti-drone security cover to these vital installations, the force's director general MA Ganapathy said on Saturday.
Second 'Nihang' Arrested Over Gruesome Killing At Farmers' Protest Site
Police have been given seven days' custody of the first arrested accused, Saravjit Singh Chandigarh: A second Nihang - a 'warrior' Sikh - has been arrested in connection with the gruesome murder of a Dalit labourer at a farmers protest site in Haryana's Singhu yesterday. The suspect was arrested by police in Punjab's Amritsar district. The DSP, or Deputy Superintendent of Police, for Amritsar (Rural) will hold a press conference at 5.30 pm to announce the arrest.
India's Power Demand Rises This Month As Coal Shortage Lingers: Report
The rapid surge in power demand and high global coal prices have left utilities scampering for coal Chennai: The country's electricity demand grew 4.9% during the first half of October, with supply falling short of demand by 1.4% despite a 3.2% rise in coal-fired generation and 30% rise in solar output, a Reuters analysis of government data showed.
Actor Jacqueline Fernandez Skips Probe Agency Enforcement Directorate's Call For The 3rd Time
The actress cited "professional commitments" behind her no-show, as per sources. (File) New Delhi: Actor Jacqueline Fernandez today skipped her third summon by the Enforcement Directorate for questioning in connection with a money laundering case against fraudsters Sukesh Chandrasekar and his actor-wife Leena Paul. The actress cited "professional commitments" behind her no-show, as per sources.
2 Terrorists, Including Lashkar Commander, Killed In J&K's Pulwama
This is the third encounter since yesterday and ninth anti-terrorist operation in the Valley (File) Srinagar: Two terrorists, including Lashkar-e-Taiba commander Umar Mushtaq Khandey, have been killed during a joint operation by police and security forces in Pampore area near Jammu and Kashmir's Pulwama district on Saturday, a senior police officer said.
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