Extensive preparations for PM Modi’s mega Yoga event in J&K’s Srinagar

Extensive preparations for PM Modi’s mega Yoga event in J&K’s Srinagar

Srinagar, June 20 - Extensive preparations have been going on for the last five days to ensure the grand success of the 10th International Day of Yoga celebrations in J&K’s Srinagar city in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to participate.

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World’s citizens to gather at UN to showcase yoga’s power to unite

World’s citizens to gather at UN to showcase yoga’s power to unite

United Nations, June 20 - Citizens from around the globe will gather here on Friday to show the uniting power of yoga across boundaries and divisions as the world organisation celebrates the 10th International Day of Yoga.

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UP Board students to study 10 subjects, 3 languages now

UP Board students to study 10 subjects, 3 languages now

Lucknow, June 20 - In compliance with the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020, the Uttar Pradesh State Board of High School and Intermediate Education -- Uttar Pradesh Board -- is set to implement significant changes for classes 9 and 10 starting from the

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Major breakthrough in Reasi terror attack, says J&K Police

Major breakthrough in Reasi terror attack, says J&K Police

Jammu, June 19 - J&K Police on Wednesday said "a major breakthrough" has been made in the June 9 Reasi terror attack, in which 9 pilgrims were killed and 44 others injured, with the arrest of a terror associate.

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Ratna Bhandar of Jagannath Temple to be opened on July 8

Ratna Bhandar of Jagannath Temple to be opened on July 8

Bhubaneswar, June 19 - A senior Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) official said on Wednesday that the Ratna Bhandar (treasury trove) of Shree Jagannath Temple at Puri will be opened on July 8 when the holy triads will be out of the shrine

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No intention to weaken case against actor Darshan: K’taka Home Min on proposal to change SPP

No intention to weaken case against actor Darshan: K’taka Home Min on proposal to change SPP

Bengaluru, June 19 - Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara emphasised on Wednesday that there is no intention to weaken the case against Kannada superstar Darshan in the fan murder case.

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‘Vishwa Bandhu’ India begins new chapter of friendship with SE Asian nations at Nalanda University

‘Vishwa Bandhu’ India begins new chapter of friendship with SE Asian nations at Nalanda University

New Delhi, June 19 - The attendance of Heads of Missions of 17 countries at the inauguration of the new campus of Nalanda University in Bihar's Rajgir by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday once again brought to the fore India's continuous push

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Mizoram agrees to record biometric details of 34,000 Myanmar refugees, awaits MHA directions

Mizoram agrees to record biometric details of 34,000 Myanmar refugees, awaits MHA directions

Aizawl/Imphal, June 19 - The Mizoram government has agreed to record biometric details of around 34,000 Myanmar refugees sheltered in the northeastern state for over three years, but is waiting for the necessary instructions from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), officials said

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More or less I am asking for votes for myself in Channapatna bye-election: K’taka Dy CM Shivakumar

More or less I am asking for votes for myself in Channapatna bye-election: K’taka Dy CM Shivakumar

Bengaluru, June 19 - Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar has hinted at his potential candidacy for the Channapatna Assembly constituency bye-election, stirring a hot debate in state political corridors.

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Rahul retaining Raebareli boosts Congress’ revival plans in UP

Rahul retaining Raebareli boosts Congress’ revival plans in UP

Lucknow, June 19 - The decision of Congress MP Rahul Gandhi to retain his Raebareli seat has given new hope to Congress workers in Uttar Pradesh.

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PM Modi inaugurates new campus of Nalanda University, terms it ‘symbol of India’s academic heritage’

PM Modi inaugurates new campus of Nalanda University, terms it ‘symbol of India’s academic heritage’

Patna, June 19 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University in Bihar's Rajgir district on Wednesday and described it as 'symbol of India's vibrant cultural exchange and academic heritage'.

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V-P Dhankhar praises Modi govt for mission to eradicate Sickle Cell disease

V-P Dhankhar praises Modi govt for mission to eradicate Sickle Cell disease

Bhopal, June 19 - Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on Wednesday appreciated the Narendra Modi-led government for its aggressive approach to eradicate 'Sickle Cell' disease from the country.

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J&K govt appoints two nodal officers for smooth conduct of Amarnath Yatra

J&K govt appoints two nodal officers for smooth conduct of Amarnath Yatra

Srinagar, June 19 - The J&K government on Wednesday appointed two senior officers as nodal officers for the smooth conduct of Amarnath Yatra 2024.

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SC adjourns hearing on HSSC’s plea against striking down of 5 pc additional marks

SC adjourns hearing on HSSC’s plea against striking down of 5 pc additional marks

New Delhi, June 19 - The Supreme Court on Wednesday deferred hearing till June 24 on a plea filed by the Haryana Staff Selection Commission against the decision of the Punjab & Haryana High Court striking down the award of 5 per cent

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BJP’s Surama Padhy files nomination for Odisha Assembly Speaker’s post

BJP’s Surama Padhy files nomination for Odisha Assembly Speaker’s post

Bhubaneswar, June 19 - Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader and former Minister Surama Padhy on Wednesday filed her nomination for the Speaker's post in the Odisha Assembly.

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We reiterate our commitment to overcome Sickle Cell Disease: PM Modi

We reiterate our commitment to overcome Sickle Cell Disease: PM Modi

New Delhi, June 19 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on World Sickle Cell Day on Wednesday reiterated that his government is committed to overcoming this disease.

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India likely to get below normal rains in June as monsoon slows: IMD

India likely to get below normal rains in June as monsoon slows: IMD

New Delhi, June 19 - The average rainfall for the country as a whole is most likely to be below normal in June as the progress of the monsoon has slowed, according to an India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast on Wednesday.

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There has never been a better time to be an Indian: Gautam Adani

There has never been a better time to be an Indian: Gautam Adani

Mumbai, June 19 - There has never been a better time to be an Indian, and within the next decade, India will start adding a trillion dollars to its GDP every 12 to 18 months, putting us on track to be a $30

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Post Allahabad HC nixing NEET aspirants’ plea, BJP accuses Priyanka of peddling ‘fakery’

Post Allahabad HC nixing NEET aspirants’ plea, BJP accuses Priyanka of peddling ‘fakery’

New Delhi, June 19 - The BJP hit back at Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Wednesday for allegedly peddling ‘fakery’ after the Allahabad High Court found discrepancies in the claims of NEET aspirant Ayushi Patel regarding a damaged OMR answer sheet.

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India stems wealth exodus amid robust economic development: Report

India stems wealth exodus amid robust economic development: Report

New Delhi, June 19 - Buoyed by overall economic development, India has stemmed its wealth exodus, with just 4,300 millionaires projected to leave the country in 2024 -- compared to 5,100 last year, a new report has projected.

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