‘Symbol of India’s rich spiritual heritage & cultural unity’: PM Modi’s message to Amarnath Yatris at Baltal, Nunwan base camps
Srinagar, July 3 (IANS) The Jammu and Kashmir administration on Friday handed over the pamphlets carrying the special message of Prime Minister Narendra Modi for pilgrims of Shri Amarnath Ji Yatra (SANJY) at both Nunwan and Baltal base camps. In the…
India’s humanitarian assistance and development projects for Afghan people continue
New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) Highlighting the ongoing humanitarian assistance cooperation with Afghanistan, India on Friday expressed commitment to supporting Kabul through aid and development projects. “We had strongly condemned the airstrikes that…
Karur stampede: DMK seeks impleadment in SC, alleges Minister’s remarks could prejudice CBI probe
New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) The Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has moved an impleadment application before the Supreme Court in the pending Karur stampede case, alleging that recent public statements made by a Tamil Nadu Minister accused in the case, as…
Women’s T20 WC: Jacquline Williams, Vrinda Rathi to officiate final between England and Australia at Lord’s
Dubai, July 3 (IANS) The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Friday announced the match officials for the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 final, with experienced umpires Jacquline Williams and India’s Vrinda Rathi set to take charge of the…
Darshan fan’s murder case: Chats deleted from phones; cops send devices for forensic analysis after witness intimidation
Bengaluru, July 3 (IANS) In a significant development in the alleged witness intimidation and threat case linked to the high-profile Renukaswamy murder trial involving jailed Kannada actor Darshan, investigators have found that chat histories and call…
FIFA WC: Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez retires from international football after round of 32 exit
Vancouver, July 3 (IANS) Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez has confirmed his retirement from international football after his side were knocked out of the FIFA World Cup with a 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the Round of 32 at the BC Place on Friday. The…
Fact vs fiction: From water use to engine safety, facts behind India’s E20 fuel programme
New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) As India expands its Ethanol Blended Petrol (EBP) Programme, a series of claims surrounding E20 fuel have gained traction on social media, raising concerns over water consumption, food security, vehicle performance, engine…
135th Durand Cup to kick off with a blockbuster Kolkata Derby
Kolkata, July 3 (IANS) The 135th edition of the prestigious Durand Cup will commence with the enactment of one of Indian football’s greatest rivalries as record 17-time champion Mohun Bagan Super Giant take on 16-time winner East Bengal FC in the…
Seven Indian startups to receive Rs 30 lakh each, post-funding mentoring: Ministry
New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) Seven Indian startups — selected under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)-backed FICCI Mercedes-Benz Bharat Innovation & Business Ideas Challenge Programme — will receive…
One month into CM Shivakumar’s tenure, Karnataka yet to expand Cabinet as 20 berths remain vacant
Bengaluru, July 3 (IANS) One month after D.K. Shivakumar assumed office as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, the state continues to function with only 13 ministers, leaving 20 Cabinet berths vacant despite the Council of Ministers being permitted to have…