India achieves historic progress in economy, infra under 12 years of PM Modi-led transformative governance
New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) India’s journey over the past twelve years has been nothing short of transformative, reshaping its economic, technological, and infrastructural landscape with unprecedented speed and scale. What began in 2014 as a nation…
Govt launches SHP scheme guidelines to accelerate small hydro power development across India
New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) The government on Tuesday launched the guidelines for the Small Hydro Power (SHP) Development Scheme for the period FY 2026-27 to FY 2030-31, aiming to accelerate the development of small hydro projects across the country and tap…
‘I had the right papers and the right visa’: Somali referee Artan devastated after World Cup entry denial
New Delhi, June 9 (IANS) Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan says his dream of officiating at the FIFA World Cup 2026 has been shattered after he was denied entry into the United States despite traveling with what he described as valid documentation and…
Heavy rains lash Hyderabad, two die of electrocution
Hyderabad, June 9 (IANS) Two youths died of electrocution as the first heavy rain of the Southwest Monsoon lashed Hyderabad on Tuesday evening. The youths, identified as Zafar, 25, and Abu, 16, died after being electrocuted during heavy rains in the old…
UN Rapporteur concerned over use of force against protesters in Afghanistan
Kabul, June 9 (IANS) Richard Bennett, the UN Special Rapporteur on situation of human rights in Afghanistan, on Tuesday expressed concern over the use of force against protesters in Afghanistan’s Herat. His statement came after reports claimed that…
As Modi govt completes 12 years, Odisha CM highlights Centre’s achievements and state’s progress
Bhubaneswar, June 9 (IANS) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday highlighted the Centre’s achievements and the impact of the “double-engine government” in accelerating the state’s development across sectors.…
EU proposes 21st package of sanctions against Russia
Brussels, June 9 (IANS) The European Commission has proposed the 21st package of sanctions against Russia, targeting key sectors including energy, financial services and crypto, trade and, for the first time, fisheries, European Commission President…
Nitin Gadkari initiates breakthrough blast at Zojila Tunnel, announces saving of Rs 5,000 crore in construction
Srinagar, June 9 (IANS) Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari said on Tuesday that the laying of the Zojila Tunnel has not only been a dream for the people of J&K and Ladakh, but also for him personally, as he revealed that against…
Indian NDC delegation in South Korea for strategic orientation tour
Seoul, June 9 (IANS) A triservice delegation from the National Defence College (NDC) of India is visiting military institutions and the defence industries of South Korea as part of a Strategic Orientation Tour. The Indian Embassy in Korea on Tuesday…
PGTI NexGen: Abhishek Kumar takes opening-round lead at Vijay Kumar Memorial
Lucknow, June 9 (IANS) The 24-year-old Abhishek Kumar of Panchkula carded an error-free five-under 65 to open up a two-shot lead after round one of the inaugural Rs 25 lakh DP World PGTI NexGen Vijay Kumar Memorial being played at Lucknow Golf Club.…