New Delhi, Oct 1 (UNI) The union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, today approved the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses, a landmark initiative aimed at boosting domestic pulse production and achieving self-sufficiency by 2030-31. Addressing media, union minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the mission will be implemented over six years from 2025-26 to…
Lucknow, Oct 1 (UNI) Samajwadi Party (SP) president Akhilesh Yadav today attacked the BJP government and said that what “people consider a double engine of iron has also become gold from within”. Taking to X, Akhilesh wrote, “The reason for the unprecedented rise in gold prices under BJP rule is not the increase in demand…
New Delhi, Oct 1 (UNI) The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has charge-sheeted four more accused in a CPI (Maoist) case related to the promotion of the banned outfit’s terror activities in Chhattisgarh. Three of the accused, identified as Sunita Potam, Shankar Muchaki, and Dashrath alias Dasru Modiyam, were office bearers of Moolwasi Bachao Manch (MBM),…
New Delhi, Oct 1 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today hailed the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh’s (RSS) 100-year journey as a reflection of “enduring national consciousness” rising to meet the challenges of every era. “RSS works on the principle of nation-first, and its 100-year journey is an example of sacrifice, selfless service, nation-building, and discipline,” the…
New Delhi, Oct 1 (UNI) union Home Minister Amit Shah today lauded the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for its unparalleled contribution to nation-building over the past 100 years. In a post on X, Amit Shah, while highlighting the organisation’s core values of national service, dedication, and discipline, emphasised the pivotal role played by RSS volunteers…
New Delhi, Oct 1 (UNI) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) today revised real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth for FY 2025-26 at 6.8 pc from the previous projection of 6.5pc. The Central Bank has cited multiple reasons behind these revisions, like rising capacity utilisation, conducive financial conditions and improving domestic demand. RBI also pointed towards…
Manila, Oct 1 (UNI) The death toll in the 6.9-magnitude earthquake that struck Cebu province in the central Philippines last night climbed to 69, the Philippines’ Office of Civil Defense (OCD) said today. Assistant Secretary Bernardo Rafaelito Alejandro, deputy administrator for the OCD, told a public briefing that 30 died in Bogo City, the epicenter…
New Delhi, Oct 1 (UNI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today commended the department for its silent yet crucial role during Operation Sindoor with efficient financial management and war preparedness. “While the entire world witnessed the valour and courage of the Armed Forces in achieving a historic and decisive victory during Operation Sindoor, the silent yet…
New Delhi, Oct 1 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi today extended greetings to the nation on the auspicious occasion of Maha Navami, which is being celebrated with devotion and fervour across the country. In a post on X, the Prime Minister conveyed his wishes, stating, “Warm greetings to all on the occasion of Maha Navami!…
Moscow, Oct 1 (UNI/SPUTNIK) Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey are urging Hamas to accept US President Donald Trump’s plan to resolve the situation in the Gaza Strip, the Axios news portal reported, citing sources. On Monday, Trump unveiled a 20-point plan to resolve the Gaza conflict. The proposal calls, among other things, for an immediate ceasefire…
