Three jobs away from fulfilling 1 lakh job promise: Assam CM
Guwahati, Aug 14 – Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday announced that the BJP-led government in the state is just three jobs away from fulfilling its poll promise of giving 1 lakh government jobs to unemployed youth. He also said that
Tejas, Sarang dazzle in first-ever multinational air exercise hosted by India
Sulur (Tamil Nadu), Aug 14 – Several aircraft, including indigenously manufactured helicopters Sarang and LCA Tejas, on Tuesday showcased their prowess in the multinational air exercise ‘Tarang Shakti’ being hosted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) for the first time. The first of
Punjab supporting NHAI in execution of highways: CM Mann to Gadkari
Chandigarh, Aug 14 – Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann said the state government is committed to support the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) and work closely with it for the progress of the country and the state. In a letter to
President Murmu to address the nation today
New Delhi, Aug 14 – President Droupadi Murmu will address the nation on the eve of the 78th Independence Day at 7 p.m. on Wednesday. The President’s address will first be aired in Hindi followed by an English version. After this regional language
Acclaiming Indian civilisation’s contribution to the world (IANS Opinion)
New York: On November 5, Kamala Harris may be elected as the first South Asian President of the US. If the Donald Trump-JD Vance ticket wins, Usha Vance will become the first Hindu Second Lady. Indian diaspora has dazzled the world by reaching
India observes ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’, pays tribute to victims
New Delhi, Aug 14 – India is observing the ‘Partition Horrors Remembrance Day’ on Wednesday, August 14, to pay tribute to those who lost their lives and were displaced during the country’s partition in 1947. In an effort to remind current and future
TN Cong to boycott Guv Ravi’s tea party on Independence Day
Chennai, Aug 14 – Tamil Nadu Congress Committee (TNCC) will boycott the Independence Day tea party hosted by state Governor RN Ravi. President of Tamil Nadu Congress, K Selvaperunthagai said in a statement that the grand old party would boycott the tea party
Cong govt in Telangana borrowed Rs 50,000 crore in eight months: KTR
Hyderabad, Aug 14 – Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K.T. Rama Rao on Wednesday claimed that the Congress government in Telangana raised debt of more than Rs 50,000 crore in just eight months. The former minister said this debt was without the
UGC brings new procedure for admission in Open and Distance Learning Programmes
New Delhi, Aug 14 – Starting from the academic year 2024-25, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has introduced a new enrollment procedure for students seeking admission in Open and Distance Learning (ODL) and Online Programmes. UGC Chairman Prof. Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar told IANS
1,037 police medals announced on I-Day eve, Telangana cop gets top honour
New Delhi, Aug 14 – The Union Ministry of Home Affairs on Wednesday announced service medals for 1,037 police personnel of various central and state forces on the eve of Independence Day. According to the Ministry, the President’s Medal for Gallantry (PPMG) has
Sensex trades higher, smallcap and midcap stocks under pressure
Mumbai, Aug 14 The Indian equity indices opened higher on Wednesday as smallcap and midcap stocks saw some pressure in the morning trade. At 9:47 a.m., Sensex was up 154 points or 0.20 per cent at 79,110 and Nifty was up 23 points
High alert, multi-tier security in J&K ahead of Independence Day
Srinagar, Aug 14 A multi-layered security system based on human and technical surveillance has been put in place in Jammu and Kashmir to ensure smooth, peaceful and incident-free 78th Independence Day celebrations, said officials here on Wednesday. An in-depth review of the security
Japan PM Kishida to withdraw from party leadership race
Tokyo, Aug 14 Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Wednesday that he will not run in the ruling Liberal Democratic Party’s presidential election next month, according to media reports. While addressing a press conference here at the Prime Minister’s office, Kishida said
Excise case: Supreme Court to hear Delhi CM Kejriwal’s bail plea today
New Delhi, Aug 14 The Supreme Court will on Wednesday hear a plea filed by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal seeking release from jail in connection with the Delhi excise policy case, in which he is under investigation by the Central Bureau of
UK Police arrest 1,000 people following riots
London, Aug 14 More than 1,000 people have been arrested by the UK Police in connection with the riots involving violence, arson and looting as well as racist attacks which took place over the last two weeks in Britain, officials said on Tuesday.
Far-right Israeli minister makes provocative visit to Al-Aqsa Mosque compound
Jerusalem, Aug 14 – Israel’s far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir made a provocative visit to the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound, a sensitive site in East Jerusalem, sparking widespread condemnation. In video footage released by his office on Tuesday, Ben-Gvir is seen accompanied by
On Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, PM Modi reiterates govt’s commitment to protect unity and brotherhood
New Delhi, Aug 14 – As India observes Partition Horrors Remembrance Day on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated government’s commitment to protect the bonds of unity and brotherhood in the country. Taking to microblogging site X, PM Modi recalled the countless people
Restoring balance: Practical tips for improving sleep quality
By: Dr Avi Verma, MD(h) Quality sleep is essential for overall health and well-being, yet many individuals struggle with sleep disturbances that impact their daily lives. Whether you have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up feeling refreshed, incorporating healthy sleep habits
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Sewa International to host fundraising gala featuring Broadway-style musical for India’s Independence Day
By: Dr. Avi Verma Sewa International is set to host a special fundraising event on August 23rd to celebrate India’s 78th Independence Day. The gala, featuring the Broadway-style musical “Yeh Jo Des Hai Mera,” will take place at Yellow Box, Naperville. The event