Ahmedabad, Mar 8 (UNI) New Zealand won the toss and elected to field against India in their T20 World Cup clash at Narendra Modi Stadium here on Sunday. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner opted to bowl first on what he described as a good surface, hoping his bowlers could restrict India to a manageable total…
New Delhi, March 8 (UNI) Marking International Women’s Day, Om Birla, Speaker of the Lok Sabha, on Sunday flagged off the All-Women Bike Rally 2026 organised by a national daily at Connaught Place, highlighting the crucial role of women in nation-building. Addressing participants and attendees at the event in the national capital, Birla extended his…
New Delhi, March 8 (UNI) Marking International Women’s Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday extended greetings to women across the country and praised their contributions to India’s development, saying the achievements of “Nari Shakti” continue to inspire the nation and strengthen its journey towards a developed India. In a series of posts on X…
New Delhi, March 8 (UNI) Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh on Sunday raised concerns over rising air pollution levels in India, citing multiple scientific studies and data analyses that link fine particulate matter to increased mortality and public health risks. In a post on X, the Congress leader criticised the government’s stance on pollution-related deaths…
Dunedin, March 8 (UNI) Melie Kerr produced a historic bowling performance with a seven-wicket haul as New Zealand defeated Zimbabwe in the second ODI at University Oval in Dunedin on Sunday. Kerr returned figures of 7/34 to bundle out Zimbabwe for just 102, breaking the 44-year-old record held by Jackie Lord, whose 6/10 against India…
By Special Correspondent Bhopal: Around 70 women and adolescent girls participated in an exposure visit to Govindpura Police Station in Bhopal to learn about policing, legal procedures and child protection mechanisms. The programme was organised with the support of the Nivseed–Bachpan organisation and the Women and Child Development Department. Station House Officer Avdhesh Singh Tomar…
By Special Correspondent Bhopal: The Madhya Pradesh Police conducted a fire safety training programme and mock drill at the Police Headquarters on Saturday to strengthen disaster management preparedness among officers and staff. The exercise was organised on the ground floor of the headquarters, where security personnel and employees were trained to control fire incidents while…
By Special Correspondent Bhopal: The District Women’s Congress Committee organised a peaceful demonstration at Roshanpura Square in Bhopal on Saturday, demanding justice for women and girls whose deaths are allegedly linked to the Epstein files. The protest was held following directions from All India Mahila Congress national president Alka Lamba and Madhya Pradesh Women’s Congress…
By BHEL Correspondent Bhopal: The Women in Public Sector (WIPS) Forum of Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Bhopal, celebrated International Women’s Day with enthusiasm on Saturday, highlighting the importance of women’s empowerment and leadership in society and organisations. The programme commenced with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp and worship of Goddess Saraswati. The chief…
By Special Correspondent Bhopal: Madhya Pradesh Congress Committee president Jeetu Patwari on Saturday alleged that the BJP government in the State had pushed the agriculture and rural development sectors into decline due to poor planning and financial mismanagement. Addressing the media, Patwari said the government appeared more interested in publicity than in ensuring effective implementation…
