Shimla, July 1 The hotel and mall project that many at Ner Chowk in Mandi believed would bring jobs, investment and new opportunities is facing an uncertain future as the developer considers relocating it after persistent waterlogging made construction at the site increasingly difficult. According to sources familiar with the development, Gurgaon based Mac View […]
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Chandigarh, July 1 Punjab’s debate over who will lead its police force on a permanent basis has intensified, after the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) shortlisted three senior IPS officers for the post of Director General of Police (DGP). The shortlist has placed acting DGP Gaurav Yadav, Punjab Vigilance Bureau chief Sharad Satya Chauhan, and […]
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Jaipur, July 1 Eight people were killed and 24 others were injured after a passenger bus collided with a truck and caught fire on the Delhi Mumbai Expressway in Rajasthan’s Dausa district early Wednesday, police said. The accident occurred near Dhanawda under the Kolwa police station area. According to Dausa Superintendent of Police Piyush Dixit, […]
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New Delhi, July 1 Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Tuesday and discussed the latest developments in West Asia and ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at easing regional tensions. According to the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO), President Pezeshkian briefed Modi on recent events in the region and outlined the next steps […]
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New Delhi, June 30 General Dhiraj Seth took charge as India’s new Chief of the Army Staff on Tuesday, succeeding General Upendra Dwivedi, who retired after more than four decades of military service. Gen Seth assumes command of the 1.3 million strong Indian Army at a time when it is pursuing modernisation, expanding indigenous defence […]
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New Delhi, June 30 India’s outgoing Army Chief, General Upendra Dwivedi, has said future conflicts will require the country’s armed forces to operate in a more integrated and theatre-oriented manner, stressing that closer coordination between the Army, Navy and Air Force will be essential. Speaking on Tuesday after receiving a ceremonial guard of honour at […]
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Victoria(Seychelles), June 29 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday concluded a three-day visit to Seychelles, marking the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries with a series of agreements aimed at strengthening cooperation in security, trade, technology and sustainable development. During the visit, Modi held wide-ranging talks with Seychelles President Patrick Herminie, with […]
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Ayodhya, June 29 Lawyers in Ayodhya have resolved not to represent the eight people arrested in connection with the alleged embezzlement of donations made to the Ram Temple, saying the accusations have deeply hurt the sentiments of the local community. The decision was taken unanimously at a general body meeting of the Faizabad Bar Association […]
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Victoria(Seychelles), June 29 Prime Minister Narendra Modi has attended Seychelles’ 50th National Day celebrations as the Guest of Honour, becoming the first Indian prime minister to participate in the country’s Independence Day events. Prime Minister Modi is on a three-day visit to the island nation, which coincides with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between […]
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New Delhi, June 27 Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday begun a three-day state visit to Seychelles, where he will attend the island nation’s 50th National Day celebrations as the Guest of Honour and hold talks with President Patrick Herminie aimed at strengthening bilateral ties. Before departing, Modi described Seychelles as a “valued maritime neighbour” […]
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