Delhi: Masquerading as ‘Arjun’, Waseem arrested for planting illegal firearms to implicate brother-in-law
New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) In what appears to be a case of personal enmity, a 28-year-old man has been arrested by Delhi Police for deliberately planting illegal firearms at his brother-in-law’s residence to falsely implicate him in criminal cases,…
Anupam Kher gets emotional on Friendship Day, says true friends bring strength and comfort
Mumbai, Aug 2 (IANS) Veteran actor Anupam Kher celebrated Friendship Day with a heartfelt message dedicated to the special bonds in life. Sharing his thoughts on the importance of true friendships, the ‘Special 26’ actor said that a person’s real wealth…
Probe launched into how Tulu Mondal secured 84 govt contracts during Trinamool rule in Bengal
Kolkata, Aug 2 (IANS) A probe has begun into how absconding Birbhum‑based stone quarry owner Tulu Mondal, also known as Mohammad Nazibuddin, managed to bag 84 government construction contracts during the previous Mamata Banerjee-led Trinamool Congress…
India’s Q1 GDP may clock 7 pc growth as macro conditions improve amid global tensions: Report
New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) With the improving macro conditions, the preliminary estimate indicates that Q1 FY27 GDP for India may clock 7.0 per cent growth, according to a new report. In the last three policies, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) downgraded Q1…
‘All thanks to Centre’: PM Ujjwala Yojana help women in MP’s Damoh get rid of kitchen smoke
Damoh (Madhya Pradesh), Aug 2 (IANS) The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana continues to improve the lives of economically weaker families in Madhya Pradesh’s Damoh district, as beneficiaries praised the government, stating that access to free LPG…
Six Bangladeshi nationals apprehended in Delhi for visa violations; shifted to detention centre
New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) The Delhi Police’s Central District Special Staff has apprehended six Bangladeshi nationals for allegedly violating the conditions of their Indian visas during a special verification drive conducted under “Operation VISTA 1.0…
Cotton is the cornerstone of India’s rural economy, agricultural prosperity
New Delhi, Aug 2 (IANS) Cotton is the cornerstone of India’s rural economy, self-reliance and agricultural prosperity, and the government is committed towards the welfare of cotton farmers, according to Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh. According to…
Three of family killed in landslide triggered by heavy rain in K’taka’s Shivamogga
Shivamogga, Aug 2 (IANS) Three members of a family, including a three-year-old child, were killed after a rain-triggered landslide buried their makeshift shed in Thirthahalli taluk of Shivamogga district, Karnataka, in the early hours of Sunday. The…
‘Anupamaa’ fame Adrija Roy shares why genuine friendships are hard to find in showbiz
Mumbai, Aug 2 (IANS) Actress Adrija Roy, who is currently seen playing the role of Raahi in ‘Anupamaa’, has shared her thoughts on building genuine friendships in the entertainment industry. In an exclusive quote shared with IANS, she revealed that…
‘A golden day…’: IOA chief PT Usha hails India’s rise to 4th spot in CWG 2026 medal tally
Glasgow, Aug 2 (IANS) (IANS) Expressing immense pride over the Indian boxers’ dominating performance at the Commonwealth Games 2026, Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha hailed the nation’s rising stature on the international…