President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, extended her warm greetings to teachers across the country on the eve of Teachers’ Day 2025. The day commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a renowned educationist, philosopher, and former President of India. In her message, the President paid humble tributes to…
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India-Singapore Celebrate 60 Years of Strategic Partnership
President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, today received H.E. Mr. Lawrence Wong, Prime Minister of the Republic of Singapore, at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The meeting marked a significant step in India-Singapore relations as both nations celebrated the 60th anniversary of their diplomatic ties.In her remarks, President Murmu highlighted Singapore’s importance as…
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India Crucial for Ukraine Peace: EU Chief Meets Modi
New Delhi: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized India’s crucial role in resolving the ongoing Ukraine war during a telephonic conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday. Von der Leyen highlighted that India could help facilitate peace by engaging with Russia and creating a pathway to end…
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“Railways Run 10 Festival Special Trains This Season”
Patna: To ensure smooth travel for passengers during the upcoming festive season, the East Central Railway (ECR) has announced 10 pairs of festival special trains. The initiative aims to cater to travelers heading home for Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath. Key Train Schedules The New Delhi-Darbhanga special will run daily…
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Teachers’ Day 2025: Honouring Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
Every year on September 5, India celebrates Teachers’ Day to honour the invaluable role of educators in shaping society. The day also marks the birth anniversary of Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, India’s second President, an eminent philosopher, and one of the most respected teachers in modern Indian history. Early Life and…
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Exporters Urge RBI for Weaker Rupee to Offset US Tariffs
New Delhi, September 4: Indian exporters reeling under the impact of US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose 50% tariffs on Indian goods are urging the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to provide relief through a weaker rupee. They argue that a temporary exchange rate of ₹103 per US dollar…
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Calcutta HC Orders Demolition of 26-Storey Tower
Kolkata, September 4, 2025 — In a landmark ruling, the Calcutta High Court has ordered the demolition of a 26-storey tower in New Town’s Elita Garden Vista within two months, citing gross construction violations and breach of property rights. The controversial tower, housing 233 apartments, a commercial plaza, and parking…
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Delhi Flood Alert: Yamuna Above Danger Mark, Camps Submerged
Delhi Flood Alert: Yamuna Above Danger Mark, Camps Submerged Delhi woke up to a flood emergency on Thursday. The Yamuna River rose above the danger mark, flooding relief camps and displacing hundreds of families. At 7 am, the water level at the Old Railway Bridge touched 207.48 metres. Authorities began…
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Punjab Floods: Chouhan Promises Full Relief to Farmers
Punjab Floods: Chouhan Assures Full Relief for Farmers Amritsar/Gurdaspur, Sept 4: Union Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Thursday visited flood-affected regions of Punjab, assuring distressed farmers that the Central Government would provide complete relief. He personally inspected submerged fields, met affected families, and described the situation…
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GST 2.0: Two-Slab Tax System, Rate Cuts from Sept 22
New Delhi, September 4: In a landmark move, the GST Council has approved sweeping reforms to simplify India’s indirect tax regime. From September 22, a two-slab structure will replace the multiple existing GST slabs, aiming to reduce the burden on households and businesses alike. Two-Slab Structure with Demerit Rate The…