Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla welcomed a 24-member delegation of the Sri Lanka–India Parliamentary Friendship Association at Parliament House, New Delhi, on August 29, 2025. The delegation was led by Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, Sri Lanka’s Minister of Health and Mass Communication, and President of the association. Strengthening Bilateral Ties…
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PM Modi Expresses Grief Over Palghar Building Collapse
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed profound grief over the tragic collapse of a residential building in Palghar, Maharashtra, which left several people injured and disrupted the lives of many families. Prime Minister’s Statement Through the official PMO India handle on X, the Prime Minister conveyed: “Deeply saddened by the…
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PM Modi Marks 11 Years of Jan Dhan Yojana Success
PM Modi Celebrates 11 Years of Jan Dhan Yojana: A Milestone in Financial Inclusion On August 29, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated the 11th anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), India’s flagship financial inclusion initiative launched in 2014. Over the past decade, PMJDY has revolutionized access…
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Men’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025 Begins in Rajgir
Men’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025 Kicks Off in Rajgir, Bihar Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his best wishes to all participating teams, officials, and fans as the Men’s Hockey Asia Cup 2025 begins in Rajgir, Bihar. The tournament starts on August 29, coinciding with National Sports Day and Major Dhyan…
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US Tariff Hike to Slash Indian Diamond Polishing Revenue
US Tariff Hike to Slash Indian Diamond Polishing Revenue Mumbai, August 28, 2025: The imposition of 50% tariffs by the U.S. on gem and jewellery imports is expected to reduce India’s diamond polishing industry revenue by 28-30% to $12.5 billion in FY26, the lowest since 2007, according to CRISIL Ratings….
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BJP Slams Rahul, Tejashwi for Abusing PM Modi, Heeraben
BJP Condemns Abusive Language Against PM Modi, Heeraben During Bihar Yatra New Delhi, August 28, 2025: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Thursday strongly condemned what it described as “extremely abusive language” directed at Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his late mother Heeraben Modi during the opposition’s ongoing Voter Adhikar…
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RSS Chief Bhagwat: Struggle Exists, But No Rift With Centre
New Delhi, August 28: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday dismissed speculation of a rift with the BJP-led government, clarifying that while differences of opinion may arise, there is “no quarrel” between the two organisations. His remarks came during the ongoing centenary celebrations of the RSS at…
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Sunny Varkey’s 24/7 Work Ethic Sparks Debate on Success
Dubai-based Indian billionaire Sunny Varkey, chairman of GEMS Education, has reignited the global debate on work-life balance by claiming that true success requires the ability to “literally work 24/7.” His remarks, made during a podcast with Emirati host Anas Bukhash, have triggered strong reactions both in support and in criticism….
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US Plans 4-Year Student Visas, 240-Day Limit for Journalists
The United States government has unveiled a proposal that could significantly reshape the visa system for international students, cultural exchange visitors, and foreign journalists. The Trump administration has revived a plan to introduce fixed visa durations, ending the decades-old practice of allowing these groups to remain for an indefinite “duration…
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Minneapolis Church Shooting: FBI Probes Hate Crime
A tragic mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis has left two children dead and at least 17 others injured. The attack occurred on Wednesday morning as students gathered for an annual all-school Mass marking the start of the academic year. The assailant, identified as 23-year-old Robin Westman, reportedly…