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Gandhinagar, September 3: The Gujarat government has adopted a stringent zero-tolerance policy against counterfeit and illegal medicines. In a significant move, licenses of 50 pharmaceutical companies have been revoked as part of the crackdown on substandard drugs, food adulteration, and illegal drug networks. Health Minister Prabhull Panseriya addressed the media in Gandhinagar, stating that the ... Read more Gujarat Government Implements Zero-Tolerance Policy Against Fake Medicines

Mumbai, September 2: India has been awarded the hosting rights for the inaugural ICC Womens Champions Trophy, scheduled to take place from February 14 to 28, 2027. This decision comes after Sri Lanka was removed from hosting duties due to ongoing administrative reforms within their cricket board, prompted by government interference. The International Cricket Council ... Read more India to Host Womens Champions Trophy 2027: What Led to Sri Lanka Losing the Opportunity?

New Delhi, September 2: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will travel to the United States later this month. He will participate in the G20 Trade Ministers meeting and discuss ongoing bilateral trade negotiations between the two countries. This announcement was made by Sergio Gore, the U.S. Ambassador to India, on Wednesday. While addressing the ... Read more Piyush Goyal to Visit the U.S. for G20 Trade Ministers Meeting and India-U.S. Trade Talks

Lucknow, September 2: The State Institute of Educational Technology (SIET) in Nishatganj, Lucknow, unveiled its new logo on Wednesday under the theme New Identity, New Flight. The event was chaired by Dr. Mukesh Chandra, the director of SIET. During the event, Dr. Chandra emphasized the importance of the institutes role in supporting both children and ... Read more New Logo Unveiled for SIET with New Identity, New Flight Theme

New Delhi, September 2: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla met with Azarel Ernesta, the Speaker of the National Assembly of Seychelles, and a visiting parliamentary delegation on Wednesday. They discussed enhancing parliamentary exchanges and cooperation in capacity building, digital parliament initiatives, artificial intelligence (AI), technology, infrastructure, renewable energy, and healthcare. Birla expressed confidence that ongoing ... Read more India and Seychelles Strengthen Parliamentary Exchang

Colombo, September 2: Indias democratic achievements extend beyond merely conducting the worlds largest elections. They are rooted in ongoing efforts to make the electoral process more accessible, transparent, technology-driven, and participatory. A report by the Asian News Post, based in Sri Lanka, highlights that the evolution of Indias electoral democracy is a story of institutional ... Read more Strengthening Indias Electoral Democracy Through Technology and Inclusion: A Report

New Delhi, September 2: The mention of Janmashtami often brings to mind Mathura and Vrindavan. However, the birth festival of Lord Krishna is celebrated with great enthusiasm in many other cities across North India. From Jaipur and Nathdwara in Rajasthan to Kurukshetra in Haryana and the capital, Delhi, numerous historic temples will be adorned with ... Read more Celebrating Janmashtami: A Festive Spirit Across Northern India

New Delhi, September 2: The Indian government has dismissed claims suggesting that the GDP figures for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2027 were manipulated. It was alleged that the previous years first quarter GDP was revised down from 86 lakh crore to 80 lakh crore to present a more favorable growth rate. Without ... Read more Indian Government Rejects Claims of 2.6% GDP Growth Rate Adjustment

Lucknow, September 2: The establishment of the Uttar Pradesh Outsourcing Service Corporation marks a significant advancement for millions of outsourced workers in the state. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the corporation at Lok Bhawan on Wednesday, unveiling the UP COS portal and website along with the corporations logo. Under this new system, outsourced workers will ... Read more Major Benefits for Outsourced Workers in Uttar Pradesh with New Portal Launch

New Delhi, September 2: Former South African cricketer Jonty Rhodes believes that having an experienced player like Rohit Sharma in the Indian team can be extremely beneficial as the two-time champions prepare for the ICC Mens ODI World Cup. The 39-year-old right-handed opener Rohit Sharma has played 288 ODIs, scoring 11,895 runs at an average ... Read more Rohit Sharmas Experience is a Major Asset for India: Jonty Rhodes

Lucknow, September 2: Uttar Pradeshs Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya announced a new initiative on Wednesday aimed at providing transparent recruitment, timely salaries, and social security for youth through the Uttar Pradesh Outsourcing Service Corporation. This initiative guarantees outsourced workers accident insurance coverage of up to 50 lakh, along with benefits such as EPF, ... Read more New Era of Transparency and Security for Youth in Outsourced Recruitment: Keshav Maurya

New Delhi, September 2: India and Ethiopia have engaged in discussions to enhance their bilateral defense cooperation. The talks took place on Wednesday in New Delhi between Nebiyu Tedla, the Ethiopian Ambassador in charge, and Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Defense. During the meeting, both parties explored various avenues to advance defense ... Read more India and Ethiopia Discuss Strengthening Defense Cooperation

London, September 2: Indian players Anahat Singh and Ramit Tandon kicked off their campaigns with impressive victories at the London Squash Classic. Both secured direct wins to advance to the pre-quarterfinals of the PSA Gold tournament, while Veer Chotrani faced an early exit. Anahat, the current junior world champion and ranked 20th globally, delivered the ... Read more Anahat Singh and Ramit Tandon Shine at London Squash Classic

Mumbai, September 2: The Indian stock market closed in the red on Wednesday as tensions escalated in the Middle East. By the end of the trading session, the Sensex fell by 373.93 points, or 0.49%, settling at 76,570.35. The Nifty also dropped 141.35 points, or 0.59%, to close at 23,914.45. The decline was broad-based, affecting ... Read more Indian Stock Market Declines Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East

Barcelona, September 2: The Indian Navys INS Sudarshini has arrived in Barcelona. This traditional sailing vessel is on an extensive maritime journey. With its arrival in Barcelona, it has reached another significant milestone. This voyage is part of the Indian Navys intercontinental maritime campaign, Lokayan 2026. Through Lokayan, India aims to convey a message of ... Read more INS Sudarshini Arrives in Barcelona, Showcasing Indian Maritime Heritage

New Delhi, September 2: Former captain of the Pakistan cricket team, Mohammad Yousuf, has raised concerns regarding significant changes made during the ongoing Test series in England. He believes these actions reflect internal turmoil and longstanding disputes rather than performance issues. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) implemented drastic changes after the team suffered a 0-2 ... Read more Mohammad Yousuf Critiques PCBs Decision Amid England Tour Changes

New Delhi, September 2: Senior BJP leader Gaurav Bhatia held a press conference on Wednesday, making serious allegations against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government in Punjab. He targeted Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, claiming that a Cash for Transfer scam is allegedly operating under his nose. Bhatia questioned whether Arvind Kejriwal is the mastermind behind ... Read more Allegations of Corruption in Punjab: Gaurav Bhatia Questions Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann

Mumbai, September 2: Singer and composer Papon has released his latest song, Apni Uljhan. This track explores themes of love, separation, and the quest for self-understanding after a relationship ends. The song captures the emotions experienced during the phase when a person tries to move on but remains affected by the past. Often, the changes ... Read more Papons New Song Apni Uljhan Released: A Journey of Love, Separation, and Self-Discovery

Tehran, September 2: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) of Iran announced on Wednesday that it has targeted several US military installations in Kuwait, Jordan, and Iraq in response to alleged American attacks. According to local media reports, the IRGC stated it successfully struck the residential area and command post of the US Ali Al-Salem ... Read more IRGC Claims Attacks on US Bases in Kuwait, Jordan, and Iraq in Retaliation

Mumbai, September 2: Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane has reiterated a firm stance on the hijab and burqa, stating that if demands arise to ban hijabs in public spaces, the Hindutva-oriented state government may consider it positively. In an exclusive interview with a news agency, Rane emphasized that the government in Maharashtra is guided by Hindutva ... Read more Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane Advocates Strict Stance on Hijab and Burqa

New York, September 2: A tragic incident unfolded in New Yorks Times Square, one of the worlds most famous tourist destinations, where a woman fatally stabbed a senior bank executive. At the time, thousands of tourists were present in the area. According to police, the attacker was shot by officers following the incident. The victim ... Read more Bank Executive Stabbed to Death in New Yorks Times Square; Attacker Shot by Police

St. Kitts, September 2: The 23rd match of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) 2026 took place at Warner Park, featuring the Barbados Tridents against the St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots. Despite a stellar century from Quinton de Kock, the Barbados Tridents faced a 6-wicket defeat. Winning the toss, the St. Kitts and Nevis Patriots opted ... Read more Quinton de Kocks Century Goes in Vain as St. Kitts Defeats Barbados by 6 Wickets in CPL 2026

New Delhi, September 2: Recently selected for the Indian national team, fast bowler Aaqib Nabi has joined the English county team Surrey for the County Championship, where he will play three matches. The 29-year-old has made a name for himself in Indian domestic cricket with an impressive performance in the Ranji Trophy, taking 60 wickets ... Read more Aaqib Nabi Joins Surrey for County Championship Matches

Jaipur, September 2: Political activity is intensifying in Rajasthan ahead of the upcoming municipal elections. In this context, Congress state president Govind Singh Dotasra launched a verbal attack on the BJP and the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) regarding the FIR filed against Rahul Gandhi. He accused them of taking action against Gandhi for raising issues ... Read more Economic Reality Beyond GDP: Congress Leader Critiques Government Policies

New Delhi, September 2: The Ministry of External Affairs reported on Tuesday that five more Indian citizens were safely rescued from the devastating floods in Nepal, bringing the total number of rescued individuals to 163. On Tuesday, 151 Indian nationals also departed from China, according to the ministry. The Indian rescue team faced numerous challenges ... Read more Five More Indians Rescued Amid Devastating Floods in Nepal

Kathmandu, September 2: The relief and rescue operations continue in Nepal following the recent devastating floods. Indian Ambassador to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava, reported that an Indian tunnel rescue team is working alongside the Nepalese army to locate individuals trapped in the Chilime area of the Rasuwagadhi district. Ambassador Srivastava shared on the social media platform ... Read more Indian Team Assists in Nepal Flood Rescue Operations Amidst Ongoing Crisis

Ludhiana, September 2: In a remarkable display of talent, Neel Samaraj clinched the gold medal in the Under-18 boys 100 meters at the National Youth Athletics Championship. The event took place in Ludhiana, Punjab, where Neel clocked an impressive time of 10.46 seconds, setting a new meet and national record. The 17-year-old from Tamil Nadu ... Read more National Youth Athletics Championship: Neel Samaraj Sets New Records in 100m Sprint

Washington, September 2: The U.S. military launched strikes on Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) bases in Iran on Tuesday. President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to Iran, stating that if Tehran retaliates against these attacks, Washington will respond with much greater force. U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on the social media platform X that ... Read more Major U.S. Strike on IRGC: Trump Warns Iran of Severe Consequences

Jammu, September 2: Former DGP of Jammu and Kashmir, SP Vaid, has responded to several issues raised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the SCO summit, including Pakistans actions, Indias impressive 7.8% GDP growth, terrorism, the demolition of Hindu temples in Pakistan, and crimes against women. Vaid criticized the removal of Modis image from a ... Read more Indias Growing Influence Highlighted at Shanghai Summit: SP Vaid

Mumbai, September 1: A controversy has emerged at Cooper Hospital in Mumbai after two women were allegedly denied entry to the maternity ward due to wearing burqas. This incident has drawn criticism from various political leaders. One day prior, advocate Jahanara reported that she was stopped from entering the maternity ward because of her burqa. ... Read more Controversy Erupts as Two Women Denied Entry to Mumbai Hospital Over Burqa

Beijing, September 1: The Xiagangqiang Mountain is located at the borders of Tsochen County, Geze County, and Nima County in the Nagari Prefecture of Tibet, China. Its highest peak rises to 6,822 meters above sea level and remains snow-covered year-round. The ancient ice gradually enriches itself with minerals from the earths layers. As the ice ... Read more Empowering Prosperity: The Xiagangqiang Mineral Water Project in Tibet

New Delhi, September 1: Congress leader Supriya Shrinate has demanded accountability from the government regarding the use of pellet guns during student protests. Commenting on the Cockroach Public Partys (CJP) decision to cancel a planned demonstration on September 5, she stated that the focus should be on who authorized the use of pellet guns against ... Read more Congress Leader Questions Government on Pellet Gun Use Against Students

Gandhinagar, September 1: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel addressed newly elected representatives from the Panchayat system on Tuesday. He urged them to listen attentively to the publics issues, understand the relevant regulations, and ensure that development projects are sustainable and of high quality. He stated, The trust of the people depends on how well local ... Read more Gujarat CM Urges Elected Representatives to Prioritize Public Needs and Quality Development

Mumbai, September 1: Indias current account deficit for the April-June quarter of the fiscal year 2026-27 has reached $4.2 billion, equivalent to 0.5% of its GDP. This data was released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Tuesday. These figures emerge at a time when the economy is grappling with high prices for crude ... Read more Indias Current Account Deficit Stands at 0.5% of GDP for April-June Quarter

Shimla, September 1: The Sukhu government of Himachal Pradesh has announced significant changes to the rules governing property transactions and registrations. During the monsoon session of the assembly, the government revealed plans to amend stamp duty regulations to make property transfers between women and family members easier and more affordable. Revenue Minister Jagat Singh Negi ... Read more Himachal Pradesh Eases Property Transfer Regulations with New Stamp Duty Rules

Mumbai, September 1: Partho Sen Gupta is a notable figure in the Hindi film industry, recognized for bringing Indian cinema to international platforms. Born on September 2, 1965, in Mumbai, he is a film director, producer, and screenwriter. After completing his early education, Partho pursued a postgraduate degree in film direction from the prestigious La ... Read more Celebrating Partho Sen Gupta: A Pioneer of Indian Cinema on the Global Stage

Thiruvananthapuram, September 1: The Kerala government, led by Chief Minister VD Satheesan, has intensified its efforts to investigate old and prominent cases by forming special investigation teams (SITs) since taking office. With the establishment of a new SIT to probe the Kannur railway station incident involving former Health Minister Veena George, the number of high-profile ... Read more Kerala Government Forms New SIT to Investigate High-Profile Cases

Katihar, September 1: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi remains undeterred following the filing of an FIR against him in Uttarakhand. Party leader Tariq Anwar criticized the state government, asserting that their leader is not intimidated and continues to represent all sections of society. Neither Rahul Gandhi nor the Congress party will be shaken by such FIRs. ... Read more Rahul Gandhi Unfazed by FIR: Tariq Anwars Strong Defense

Chandigarh, September 1: Sukhbir Singh Badal, the president of the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and former Chief Minister of Punjab, has expressed deep condolences regarding the recent natural disaster in Nepal. He praised the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) for its initiative to provide assistance to the people of Nepal during this challenging time. In ... Read more Sikh Community Stands with Nepal Amid Natural Disaster, Says Sukhbir Singh Badal

Bhopal, September 1: Congress legislator and former Madhya Pradesh minister Jayavardhan Singh has raised concerns regarding the accuracy of school education data published in a government booklet. He has demanded an investigation into these figures. Jayavardhan Singh addressed a letter to Chief Minister Mohan Yadavs office, the Chief Secretary, the Principal Secretary of the School ... Read more Congress Questions Accuracy of School Education Data in Madhya Pradesh Government Booklet

Kathmandu, September 1: The death toll from last weeks devastating floods in Nepal has exceeded 1000, with bodies still being recovered along riverbanks. The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA) reported on Tuesday that a total of 1003 bodies have been recovered so far. The highest number, 321, was found in the southern ... Read more Death Toll Surpasses 1000 in Nepal Flood Disaster, Nearly 4000 Still Missing

New Delhi, September 1: Major auto manufacturing companies in India released their sales figures for August 2026 on Tuesday. Both passenger and commercial vehicle sales have shown robust growth during this period. Hyundai Motor India reported sales of 65,796 units in August, marking an annual increase of 8.8%. Domestic sales accounted for 54,396 units, reflecting ... Read more Indian Auto Companies Show Strong Sales Growth in August 2026

Bengaluru, September 1: Former Karnataka minister and BJP leader B.C. Patil raised concerns on Tuesday regarding the zero traffic arrangement made for Home Minister Priyank Kharges visit to Bengaluru Airport. He stated that these restrictions caused significant inconvenience for travelers heading to the airport. On Facebook, Patil questioned whether Kharge was receiving special treatment due ... Read more BJP Leader Questions Zero Traffic Arrangement for Karnataka Home Minister

New Delhi, September 1: The United States is advancing with a new strategy against Iran. According to a report, the U.S. is shifting from relying solely on military action to a more organized and comprehensive economic pressure policy. This approach is said to differ from the earlier Operation Economic Fury initiated during the early stages ... Read more Irans Radical Leadership Challenges New U.S. Strategy, Report Suggests

Mumbai, September 1: The Indian stock market closed nearly flat during Tuesdays trading session. By the end of the day, the Sensex fell by 12.99 points, or 0.02%, to settle at 76,944.28, while the Nifty declined by 24.60 points, or 0.10%, closing at 24,055.80. During the session, IT and FMCG stocks provided support to the ... Read more Indian Stock Market Closes Flat with IT Shares Gaining Momentum

New Delhi, September 1: Indian cricket teams fast bowler Ishant Sharma is renowned for his height and consistency, bowling at speeds around 150 km/h. He ranks as the sixth most successful bowler in Test cricket for India and is the second most successful fast bowler in Tests after Kapil Dev. Born on September 2, 1988, ... Read more Ishant Sharma: Indias Second Most Successful Fast Bowler in Tests After Kapil Dev

New Delhi, September 1: Ukraine faced another wave of attacks on Monday evening, as Russian jet-engine drones and ballistic missiles targeted civilian infrastructure. President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that these assaults resulted in the deaths of 12 individuals, including one Indian citizen. Zelensky took to social media platform X to announce that efforts to address the ... Read more Russias Drone and Missile Strikes in Ukraine Claim 12 Lives, Including One Indian National

Mumbai, September 1: India is gearing up for new customs and banking reforms aimed at achieving the ambitious goal of Developed India 2047. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman shared these insights during an exclusive interview on the sidelines of the G20 finance ministers meeting. Sitharaman emphasized that the next phase will build on prior changes in ... Read more India Aims for Developed India 2047 with New Customs and Banking Reforms

New Delhi, September 1: Leaders from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Janata Dal United (JD(U)) have attributed Indias impressive GDP growth of 7.8% in the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026-27 to Prime Minister Narendra Modis economic policies. They also countered accusations from the opposition. BJP MP Praveen Khandelwal stated, No individual or ... Read more BJP and JD(U) Credit PM Modi for Indias 7.8% GDP Growth, Target Rahul Gandhi

New Delhi, September 1: Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever will embark on an official visit to India from September 2 to 4, 2026. This marks his first trip to India since taking office in February last year. During his visit, PM De Wever will engage in bilateral discussions with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. ... Read more Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever to Visit India for Bilateral Talks with PM Modi