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Meghalaya govt to double state's GDP, make it $10 bn economy: Governor

Meghalaya Governor Chandrashekhar H Vijayashankar on Sunday said his government is working to double the state's GDP and make it a USD 10 billion economy by 2028.

India plays critical role in global climate targets: EDF prez Fred Krupp

In an interview with PTI, he outlined India's unique position as an emerging economy balancing rapid economic growth with ambitious climate goals

WB school jobs row: SC to hear pleas against invalidation of jobs on Monday

According to the cause list for the day uploaded on the apex court's website, a bench of Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Sanjay Kumar is scheduled to hear the matter

Around 10,000 special guests attend R-Day parade including ASHA workers

Sarpanches, under whom targets in at least six flagship schemes were achieved, were selected as special guests. Over 500 of them from top-performing villages were among the special guests

Tableau like Lakhpati Didi highlights India's progress at R-Day parade

Tableaux from various states, union territories and Central Ministries, rolled down the Kartavya Path, mesmerising the audience with their designs, decorations, and themes

Odisha set for golden period of industrial, infra development: CM Majhi

Majhi said the 'double engine' government will ensure 'double development' of the state

Dibrugarh to be developed as second capital of Assam, says CM Himanta

Sarma said the government will construct a permanent building of Assam assembly in this city on the southern bank of Brahmaputra in Upper Assam

Liquor ban in MP needs joint efforts of govt and society, says CM Yadav

The state cabinet on January 24 decided to ban the sale of liquor in 17 religious cities and towns of Madhya Pradesh

Rs 21,000 cr given to women under Ladki Bahin scheme: Maharashtra governor

Addressing the Republic Day function at the Shivaji Park in Mumbai, the governor also said Maharashtra stands first in the country in attracting the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)

5,000 artists, 45 dance forms: Performances cover Kartavya Path on R-Day

For the first time, the performance covered the entire Kartavya Path from Vijay Chowk and C hexagon to ensure that all guests get the same viewing experience

Security forces have broken backbone of Maoists in Chhattisgarh, says Guv

In his Republic Day address at the Police Parade ground here, Deka also said his government's focus is on rapid economic growth of Chhattisgarh

India's military prowess takes centre stage at 76th Republic Day parade

In a first, a tri-services tableau, depicting the broader spirit of "jointness" among the armed forces, rolled down Kartavya Path, the centrepiece boulevard of the national capital

Lakhpati Didi scheme at R-Day parade showcases women entrepreneurship

A towering symbolic statue of a Lakhpati Didi holding a bundle of money symbolising her financial self- sufficiency featured at the front of the tableau

Andhra to unveil 'Demographic Management' policy to tackle effects: Guv

After unfurling the national flag on the occasion of the Republic Day at Vijayawada, Nazeer said the state is undergoing significant demographic transitions

Indonesian President hails PM Modi's leadership: 'Inspiration for us'

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, who arrived in Delhi to grace the 76th Republic Day celebrations, called Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership 'inspirational'

R-Day: Murmu, Indonesian counterpart arrive at Kartavya Path in buggy

The gold-plated, horse-drawn buggy is a black carriage with the national emblem embossed on it in gold. The buggy, drawn by a mixed breed of Indian and Austrian horses, also features gold-plated rims

Respect differences, live in harmony: Mohan Bhagwat at R-Day celebrations

Along with celebration, Republic Day is an occasion to remember our responsibilities towards the nation, he said

Delhi's air quality sees slight improvement, remains in 'moderate' category

On January 17, CAQM revoked anti-pollution measures under Stage III of Grap after observing a consistent improvement in air quality levels in the national capital and its surrounding areas

India's first Republic Day celebrations were held at Irwin amphitheatre

Iconic public buildings, parks and railway stations dazzled with lights on the night of January 26, 1950, turning the capital city into a fairyland

Foggy weather delays flights, trains in Delhi, Kolkata; cold wave persists

The IMD has predicted foggy weather and a slight drop in temperatures in Delhi over the next three to four days