The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council began its 58th meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday under the chairmanship of Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. A landmark reform package is on the table, with discussions focusing on rate cuts for nearly 175 items and a major rationalisation of the tax…
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MHA Meets Kuki-Zo Ahead of PM Modi’s Manipur Visit
In a crucial development ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Manipur, Union Home Ministry officials will hold talks today (September 3, 2025) with Kuki-Zo insurgent groups. The discussions are aimed at finalising the revival of the suspension of operations (SoO) agreement, which has been stalled since February…
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IndiGo Flight Delay Over ‘Har Har Mahadev’ Clash
A Delhi-Kolkata IndiGo flight was delayed for nearly three hours on Monday after a heated clash broke out between a passenger and cabin crew over religious chants and alleged alcohol consumption. Both sides have lodged complaints, leaving authorities to investigate the sequence of events. Dispute Over Slogan and Alcohol Allegations…
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Modi Launches Jeevika Nidhi in Bihar, Transfers ₹105 Cr
Patna: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated the Bihar Rajya Jeevika Nidhi Credit Cooperative Federation Limited and transferred ₹105 crore into its account through videoconference from Delhi. The cooperative fund has been given an approved outlay of ₹1,000 crore, aimed at providing strong financial support to women’s self-help groups…
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Kashmir Schools and Colleges Shut Today Amid Heavy Rains
Srinagar, September 3: In view of the continuous heavy rains across the Kashmir Valley, the Divisional Commissioner of Kashmir, Anshul Garg, announced that all schools and colleges will remain closed today, September 3, 2025. The move, he said, is a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students and staff….
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MHI Marks Swachhata Pakhwada 2025 with Clean Drive
The Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) successfully observed Swachhata Pakhwada 2025 from 16th to 31st August, reinforcing the Government of India’s Swachh Bharat Mission. The campaign aimed at promoting cleanliness, hygiene, and sustainability across workplaces and public spaces. Pledge for a Cleaner India The observance began on 18th August with…
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“Delhi Air Pollution Carries Hidden Bacterial Threat”
Airborne pathogens are quietly riding Delhi’s polluted skies, posing a hidden but serious health risk. A new study by the Bose Institute, under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), has found that the concentration of infection-causing bacteria in Delhi’s crowded neighbourhoods is nearly double compared to less populated areas….
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PM Modi to Address India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the upcoming India Maritime Week 2025, scheduled from October 27 to 31 in Mumbai. He will deliver the keynote address at the prestigious Global Maritime CEO Forum, reaffirming India’s growing role as a global maritime leader. Announcing the development at the Water Voyage…
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Dr. Ambedkar Merit Awards 2025 Honor 1,490 Students
The Dr. Ambedkar Foundation, under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, celebrated the Dr. Ambedkar National Merit Awards 2025 in New Delhi on Tuesday. The annual event recognized the academic achievements of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) students who excelled in their Class 10 and 12 board…
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Anganwadi-School Co-location Guidelines Launched
The Government of India has unveiled a crucial initiative to strengthen early childhood education by formally launching the Guidelines on Co-location of Anganwadi Centres with Primary Schools. The announcement was made on 3 September 2025 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, in a joint effort by the Ministry of Women and…