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PM Modi extends Maha Shivratri wishes, calls for 'Viksit Bharat'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended warm greetings to the nation on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri, expressing his wishes for happiness, prosperity, and a stronger resolve toward building a 'Viksit Bharat.'

Feb 26, 2025

Kisan Credit Card amount crosses Rs 10 lakh crore, benefits 7.72 crore farmers

Showcasing credit deepening in agriculture and reduced dependency on non-institutional credit, the amount under operative Kisan Credit Card (KCC) accounts has more than doubled from Rs 4.26 lakh crore in March 2014 to Rs 10.05 lakh crore in December 2024, according to the latest government data.

Feb 26, 2025

BJP's Dilip Jaiswal resigns as Bihar cabinet minister, retains party's state president post

BJP Bihar president Dilip Jaiswal announced on Wednesday that he has resigned as Revenue and Land Reforms Minister from the Nitish Kumar government.

Feb 26, 2025

No word on future, as Pope critical but stable

The condition of Pope Francis presently in a hospital in his home country continues to remain critical but stable, said a Cardinal.

Feb 26, 2025

Five youths drown in Godavari river in Andhra Pradesh

Maha Shivratri turned tragic for families of five youths in Andhra Pradesh's East Godavari district on Wednesday as they drowned in the Godavari river.

Feb 26, 2025

Lakhs of Naga Sadhus, devotees flock to Kashi Vishwanath for Maha Shivratri

Lakhs of Naga Sadhus, saints, and devotees have gathered at the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi to offer prayers to Lord Shiva on the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri.

Feb 26, 2025

Omar Abdullah's Statement on Security Sparks Political Row in J&K

J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah's recent statement on the security situation in the Union Territory has triggered a political storm. During a televised discussion, Abdullah acknowledged a decline in separatist activity since the abrogation of Article 370 but faced strong criticism from opposition parties.

Feb 26, 2025

Maha Kumbh 2025: Security beefed up for Maha Shivratri 'snan'

Prayagraj is witnessing an unprecedented surge of pilgrims on the occasion of Maha Shivratri, as thousands gather at the Triveni Sangam for the final holy dip marking the conclusion of the Maha Kumbh.

Feb 26, 2025

Maha Kumbh 2025: Devotees throng Sangam on Maha Shivratri

On the occasion of Maha Shivratri, thousands of devotees have gathered at the sacred Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj on Wednesday to take part in the last holy dip of the ongoing Maha Kumbh Mela.

Feb 26, 2025

Trump orders probe into copper imports

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to investigate how copper imports threaten America's national security and economic stability, in a move that could lead to the imposition of new tariffs on the metal used to produce aircraft, vehicles, ships and other military hardware.

Feb 26, 2025

Rekha Gupta offers prayers at Gauri Shankar temple on Maha Shivratri

On the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the historic Gauri Shankar Temple in Chandni Chowk, where she offered prayers and performed the Rudrabhishek ceremony.

Feb 26, 2025

Nation can't forget invaluable contribution: PM Modi on Savarkar's death anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday led the nation in paying tributes to great freedom fighter Vinayak Damodar Savarkar on his death anniversary.

Feb 26, 2025

Maha Kumbh 2025: Rose petals showered on devotees on Maha Shivratri

On the auspicious occasion of Maha Shivratri, 20 quintals of rose petals were showered on millions of devotees at the Maha Kumbh 2025 on Wednesday, as they gathered at the Sangam in Prayagraj to take part in the final holy dip of the ongoing religious festival.

Feb 26, 2025

Trump plans $5 million immigration Gold Cards that companies can buy for talented staff

US President Donald Trump has announced plans for an immigration Gold Card that companies can buy for $5 million for highly talented employees to deal with the uncertainties of work visas and green cards.

Feb 26, 2025

Kashmiri artisan Mir Arshad wins top honor at International Fajr Handicrafts Festival

Mir Arshad Hussain, a renowned papier-mâché artisan from Srinagar, has been awarded the first prize and a Diploma of Honor at the 9th International Fajr Festival of Handicrafts in Tehran. His wall plate, blending traditional and contemporary Kashmiri motifs, was selected from over 7,000 global entries.

Feb 25, 2025