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Despite challenges, India's pace of development 'unprecedented': PM Modi

Amidst global challenges, the speed at which India is developing is unprecedented. Today, India is the world's fastest-growing major economy, PM Modi said

Heavy rain lash parts of India; Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh worst hit

According to the Indian Meteorological Department, very heavy rainfall was recorded over Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, East Uttar Pradesh and Meghalaya

Haryana launches 'Digital Kavach' initiative to strengthen cyber security

The initiative, 'Haryana Digital Kavach', announced by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini in the 2026-27 state budget, aims to enhance cyber resilience and safeguard government digital infrastructure

India is a launchpad for global growth: PM Modi woos New Zealand investors

"In India, we have made reform, perform, and transform the basis of governance. Today, India has policy stability, political stability, and continuity of growth," he said

West Bengal to launch single-window clearance for investments over ₹100 cr

CM Adhikari said the government was committed to creating a business-friendly environment and attracting fresh investments

Boat carrying Indian tourists capsizes in Vietnam, 15 feared dead

The Indian embassy said the exact details of the incident are still being ascertained, as search and rescue operations by local authorities remain underway

Vietnam boat capsize: 2 from Andhra killed, PM Modi expresses grief

The tourist speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members capsized near Phu Quoc Island while returning to An Thoi Port

Heavy rain batters Uttarakhand; 120 roads shut, 100 pilgrims rescued

Rescue personnel secured a rope along an alternative path and carefully guided the stranded travellers across one by one

CM Mohan Majhi orders criminal investigation into Odisha textbook fiasco

The Crime Branch will investigate the preparation, review and publication of school textbooks after 1,678 errors were found in 55 books introduced for the 2026-27 academic session

Delhi govt plans to expand ladies special bus service with 50 buses

According to officials, the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) will run 25 ladies special buses, which will be student-centric U-special, and the remaining 25 will be for Outer Delhi areas

Gadkari urges cooperation among Brics nations to shape future of mobility

Common challenges relating to infrastructure financing, congestion, emissions, road safety and last-mile connectivity require collective solutions, he asserted

West Bengal govt sets up committee to examine draft Uniform Civil Code Bill

West Bengal govt has constituted a high-level committee headed by former Supreme Court judge Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai to undertake a comprehensive review of the state's draft Uniform Civil Code

Tussle for Punjab Congress chief post: Leaders from Channi camp meet Baghel

Leaders considered close to ex-Punjab CM Charanjit Singh Channi met AICC state in-charge Bhupesh Baghel as the Congress sought to address growing differences over party's state leadership

Kerala govt constitutes expert panel to probe Wayanad tunnel landslide

Kerala government has formed a 5-member expert panel to investigate the Wayanad tunnel project landslide, examine possible violations by the contractor and review environmental and forest clearances

Govt committee backs retaining OTT ban on Satluj over 'security' concerns

Panel recommended that the ban on public access to Diljit Dosanjh's 'Satluj' through OTTs continue, citing concerns that the film allegedly undermines India's sovereignty and integrity

Ayodhya Ram temple donation 'theft' a disgrace, says Nripendra Mishra

Nripendra Mishra said the alleged donation theft at Ayodhya Ram temple was a 'disgraceful blot' that had left everyone feeling humiliated, while assuring that management systems would be strengthened

Kanwar Yatra route in Muzaffarnagar to have AI camera drones, CCTVs

Muzaffarnagar police will deploy AI-powered camera drones and install about 2,500 CCTVs along the Kanwar Yatra route to strengthen real-time surveillance and ensure a safe and peaceful pilgrimage

I'm no hero or modern Gandhi, be your own heroes, says Sonam Wangchuk

Wangchuk, on the 14th day of his indefinite hunger strike over alleged exam irregularities, urged people to stop looking for heroes and instead take responsibility for bringing about change themselves

Govt plans common rules for messaging apps after WhatsApp username row

The move comes after the IT ministry asked WhatsApp to put its proposed username feature on hold, citing concerns over fraud, impersonation and law enforcement challenges

Onion growers urge Maharashtra govt to prioritise rain-hit farmers

Maharashtra State Onion Growers' Association said the govt responds swiftly to urban disruptions such as traffic snarls but fails to show same urgency in addressing crop losses due to erratic weather