The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) has reached a remarkable milestone in its quest to provide clean and accessible drinking water to rural households across India. Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 15, 2019, the initiative has significantly expanded tap water coverage, bringing relief to millions. As of February…
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DRDO Successfully Conducts Flight Trials of Very Short-Range Air Defence System Off Odisha Coast
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has achieved a significant milestone with the successful completion of three successive flight trials of its Very Short-Range Air Defence System (VSHORADS) off the coast of Odisha. Conducted at the Chandipur testing site, these trials aimed at evaluating the system’s effectiveness in intercepting…
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India’s Budget 2025: A Vision for Growth, Employment, and Economic Empowerment
India’s 2025 Union Budget, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has been hailed as a landmark financial roadmap aimed at accelerating economic growth, empowering the middle class, and fostering innovation across multiple sectors. Prime Minister Narendra Modi described it as a budget that reflects the aspirations of 140 crore Indians,…
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Tragic Black Hawk Crash Near DC: Army Respects Family’s Wish to Keep Pilot’s Identity Private
A tragic incident unfolded on January 29 when a U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter collided with a passenger jet near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, claiming the lives of three soldiers on board. While the identities of two soldiers—Staff Sgt. Ryan Austin O’Hara, 28, of Lilburn, Georgia, and Chief…
Union Budget 2025: Historic Tax Relief, Economic Growth Push, and Social Welfare Focus
The Union Budget 2025, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, has brought significant relief to the middle class with a historic revision of income tax slabs, ensuring that incomes up to ₹12 lakh will not be taxed. This move is expected to ease the financial burden on millions of households…
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Ganesh Jayanti 2025: A Celebration of Wisdom and New Beginnings
Ganesh Jayanti, also known as Magha Shukla Chaturthi, is a cherished Hindu festival that marks the birth anniversary of Lord Ganesha, the deity of wisdom and remover of obstacles. Celebrated with devotion and enthusiasm, this auspicious day falls on the fourth day of the Shukla Paksha in the Hindu month…
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Union Budget 2025: Nirmala Sitharaman Presents 8th Consecutive Budget Amid High Hopes for Middle-Class Relief
The much-anticipated Union Budget 2025 is set to be presented today by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, marking her eighth consecutive budget speech—a record in Indian history. As she arrives at Parliament, carrying the now-familiar red pouch containing the digital budget document, the expectations of millions of Indians are pinned on…
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Dense Fog Engulfs Delhi-NCR, Disrupts Traffic and Travel Plans
Delhi and the surrounding NCR region woke up to a dense blanket of fog on Saturday morning, reducing visibility to near zero in several areas. The heavy fog disrupted normal life, making commuting difficult for residents as vehicles moved cautiously on major roads, including the DND flyover, where conditions were…