3-fold jump in EPFO pensioners submitting facial scan-based Digital Life Certificate via smartphones
New Delhi, June 8 - The number of EPS pensioners submitting Facial Authentication Technology-based Digital Life Certificates has jumped more than threefold to 6.6 lakh in 2023-24 from 2.1 lakh in 2022-23, reflecting the success of the technology, according to figures released by
CBI to send senior officials from Delhi to review progress of graft probes in Bengal
Kolkata, June 8 - A couple of senior officials of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) from New Delhi will reach Kolkata next week to review the progress of the investigations into various cases of corruption and post-poll violence in West Bengal, sources
PM Modi-led new govt to take country closer to ‘Vision@2047’
New Delhi, June 8 - As PM-elect Narendra Modi is set to form the next government at the Centre, industry leaders on Saturday extended their heartiest congratulations to him, saying they look forward to stability, consistency, and effectiveness in governance to take the
Canadian MP Arya hits out at Khalistani supporters for mocking PM Indira Gandhi’s assassination
Chandigarh, June 8 - India-born Canadian MP Chandra Arya on Saturday slammed Khalistan supporters for celebrating the assassination of late Prime Minister Indira Gandhi with her cutout in a float and asked law enforcement agencies to take action.
‘Extremely saddening’: PM Modi expresses condolences over Ramoji Rao’s demise
New Delhi, June 8 - Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that the passing away of Ramoji Rao, the Eenadu Group's Chairman, is "extremely saddening".
Having PM like Narendra Modi is matter of pride for everyone: Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Bhopal, June 8 - Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, who won the Lok Sabha election for the sixth time -- including one bypoll, has said that having a Prime Minister like Narendra Modi is a matter of pride for everyone
CM Vijayan insults Bishop for commenting on Left’s poll debacle
Thiruvananthapuram, June 7 - A day after a senior Metropolitan Bishop slammed Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan and his style of functioning which was largely instrumental in the poll debacle suffered by the Left, the latter hit back on Friday and insulted the priest
NDA meet underlines message of unity and vision beyond 2029
New Delhi, June 7 - On Friday noon, Prime Minister Narendra Modi walked inside the Central Hall of the old Parliament House, amid cheers, clapping and thumping of desks, straight to a decorated corner near the podium to bow before the original copy
Centre gears up for International Day of Yoga 2024
New Delhi, June 7 - The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (I&B) and the Ministry of AYUSH on Friday started the preparations for the organisation of the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2024.
We have made inroads into CPI(M) belts: Kerala BJP chief
Thiruvananthapuram, June 7 - State BJP President, K Surendran on Friday said his party had made inroads into CPI(M) strongholds in Kannur, Alappuzha and in Thiruvananthapuram. The BJP got one seat in Kerala, while the Congress-led UDF won 18 and the ruling Left
Bengal govt to reinstate most officers transferred by ECI during or before LS polls
Kolkata, June 7 - The West Bengal government will soon reinstate the administrative and police officers who were transferred by the Election Commission of India (ECI) during or before the just-concluded Lok Sabha elections.
India’s unprecedented journey will continue under PM Modi, promise leaders
New Delhi, June 7 - Defence Minister Rajnath Singh acknowledged on Friday that the NDA family has grown due to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, efficiency and vision.
Himachal to ensure introduction of universal carton for apple marketing: Minister
Shimla, June 7 - The Himachal Pradesh government will ensure introduction of universal carton during the forthcoming apple season to benefit fruit growers, state Horticulture Minister Jagat Singh Negi said on Friday.
Excise policy case: Delhi court to hear CM Kejriwal’s regular bail plea on June 14
New Delhi, June 7 - A Delhi court on Friday adjourned, to June 14, the hearing of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's regular bail plea in a money laundering case related to the alleged excise policy scam.
Delhi HC criticises state functionaries for rampant dairy law violations
New Delhi, June 7 - The Delhi High Court has expressed strong disapproval of the persistent violation of laws by dairy owners in the nine dairy colonies of the national Capital.
PM-elect Modi’s high regard for Constitution brings back memories of 2014 and 2019
New Delhi, June 7 - The newly-elected MPs of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Friday elected Narendra Modi as their leader, paving the way for his swearing-in as the Prime Minister for a record third term.
Two ships separated by 30 years being worked upon by GRSE simultaneously
Kolkata, June 7 - One of them is past her prime, but with a lot of steam still left in her before she finally calls it quits. The other is a youngster, raring to break free and make a name for herself.
Rahul Gandhi’s K’taka visit aimed to cover up Tribal welfare board scam: BJP
Bengaluru, June 7 - Karnataka BJP on Friday claimed that the visit of Rahul Gandhi to party headquarters in the state was aimed at covering up the Tribal Welfare Board scam.
Violence unacceptable, says Punjab BJP chief on Kangana Ranaut slapgate
Chandigarh, June 7 - Stating that the incident at the Chandigarh airport where actor-turned-MP Kangana Ranaut was allegedly "slapped" by a woman CISF personnel was unfortunate and not in good taste, Punjab unit Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) president Sunil Jakhar on Friday said
Cattle smuggling case: SC asks Delhi HC to expeditiously decide Sukanya Mondal’s bail plea
New Delhi, June 7 - The Supreme Court on Friday asked the Delhi High Court to expeditiously decide the bail application moved by Sukanya Mondal, daughter of TMC leader Anubrata Mondal, in connection with a money laundering case linked to the alleged cattle