PM Modi salutes Air Warriors on Air Force Day, hails courage in guarding India’s skies

New Delhi, Oct 8 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday saluted the courage and commitment of the Indian Air Force personnel on Air Force Day, saying the nation was proud of its “Air Warriors” and their dedicated role in safeguarding India’s skies.

India's three proposals for ending Ukraine conflict -- safety of Black Sea shipping, grain and energy exports, non-attack understandings

New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) India has been holding "ongoing conversations" with both Russia and Ukraine towards resolving the Ukraine conflict, with New Delhi putting forth specific proposals including the safety of Black Sea shipping, keeping grain and energy exports flowing and “non-attack” possibilities.

CPI(M) chief MA Baby accuses Modi Govt of authoritarianism over crackdown on opposition protest

New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) CPI(M) general secretary M A Baby on Wednesday accused the Narendra Modi government of “naked authoritarianism” and contempt for democratic rights, after Opposition MPs protesting against the Election Commission’s functioning were prevented from proceeding with their demonstration at Jantar Mantar in New Delhi.

PM-UDAY scheme gains momentum as mapping project gets approval: Delhi CM

New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) The implementation of the PM-UDAY Scheme, aimed at providing property rights to residents of Delhi’s unauthorised colonies, is set to gain fresh momentum, as the Central Government has approved a Rs 65-crore project under ‘DRISHTI’ (Delhi Revenue and Imaging Survey, Spatial Technology Initiative) to develop a modern geospatial/ GIS-based survey and mapping system in the national capital. .

PM Modi marks 25 years at the helm, seeks Advani's blessings and renews 'Viksit Bharat' pledge

New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday marked 25 years of uninterrupted service as head of a government by meeting veteran BJP leader and former Deputy Prime Minister Lal Krishna Advani at his residence and seeking his blessings, bringing a personal touch to a milestone celebrated by the government as a defining chapter in his political journey.

Cong leader Devender Yadav alleges unauthorised Form 8 filing, seeks probe into electoral roll process

New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Delhi Pradesh Congress Committee president Devender Yadav on Wednesday alleged that a Form 8 seeking correction of his electoral roll particulars was submitted before the Electoral Registration Officer (ERO) of Badli Assembly constituency without his knowledge or authorisation, and demanded a probe into the matter.

Rahul Gandhi Released After Fresh Detention as INDIA Bloc Escalates ‘Vote Chori’ Fight With EC

New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi was released from Delhi Police detention on Wednesday evening after being held for around two hours along with Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and several other INDIA bloc MPs, as the Opposition’s escalating confrontation with the Election Commission spilled into another day of street protests, barricade stand-offs and detentions in the national capital.

One brand, one drug, different MRPs: Major discrepancy revealed in UP FSDA inspection

Lucknow, Oct 7 UNI) The investigation by the Uttar Pradesh Food Safety and Drug Administration (FSDA) into transparency in drug prices has brought important facts to light.

Four-storey building in Seemapuri collapses: Eight rescued as search for trapped people continues

New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) A four-storey building in Delhi’s Seemapuri area collapsed on Wednesday afternoon, with several people feared trapped under the debris, officials said.

CEC appointment law row: SC agrees to examine plea seeking recall of Sept 23 split verdict

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New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) The Supreme Court on Wednesday agreed to examine a plea seeking recall of its September 23 split verdict and common order on the Central government’s request to refer to a five-judge Constitution Bench the challenge to provisions of the law governing the composition of the committee for selection of the Chief Election Commissioner and Election Commissioners. The plea alleges a conflict-of-interest situation involving one of the two judges who heard the matter — Justice Satish Chandra Sharma.

New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) India’s live events sector has registered a 44 per cent growth over the past year, with nearly 34,000 events organised across the country and the industry now supporting more than one crore livelihoods, the government said on Wednesday.

Barapullah-lll traffic congestion exposes planning & design gaps under AAP rule; PWD to review & provide relief: Minister

New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Delhi PWD Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh on Wednesday said the traffic congestion on Barapullah Phase- lll has brought to the fore the serious questions regarding its planning, design and execution which was done during the previous AAP regime. .

Dr. Sarvagya Sharma sets world record in Maxillary Sinus Lift procedures

New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Dr. Sarvagya Sharma, a surgeon associated with Saveetha Dental College & Hospitals, has achieved a world record for performing the highest number of maxillary sinus lift procedures during postgraduate training.

Rahul detained again as INDIA Bloc escalates EC battle, vows to continue protest until Gyanesh resigns

New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi was detained by the Delhi Police on Wednesday as the INDIA bloc’s confrontation with the Election Commission spilled into a second successive day of street protests, turning central Delhi into a battleground of barricades, slogans and political defiance.

FIR against Rahul Gandhi, others over 'forceful entry' into Akashvani premises

New Delhi, Oct 7 (UNI) Delhi Police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) against Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Vadra and various others involved in allegedly entering the Akashvani main office campus on Tuesday, sources said.