79th Independence Day: Key highlights from PM Modi’s address to the nation; focus on employment, innovation and nuclear program
PM Modi outlined plans for various initiatives, including the production of India’s first semiconductor chip, the development of jet engines, the creation of Rs 1 lakh crore in youth employment opportunities, and a tenfold expansion of the nuclear program.
What is PM SVANidhi scheme? How is it big boost for street vendors? Check eligibility, benefits and steps to apply
The scheme promised collateral-free working capital loans of up to Rs 10,000 without any collateral to eligible vendors. Know how the scheme would benefit street vendors, small businesses, and hawkers in urban areas.
J-K cloudburst Latest Update: Death toll rises to 60 in Kishtwar, rescue operation underway as 500 feared trapped
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is also set to leave for Kishtwar on Friday to assess the damage caused by a massive cloudburst and oversee the ongoing rescue operations.
Delhi: 5 killed, several injured as Humayun’s Tomb complex roof collapses
Ten people were rescued from the debris, the Delhi Fire Services said in a statement. The cause of the roof collapse is yet to be ascertained. The complex is a 16th-century mausoleum built for the Mughal Emperor Humayun (1508-1556) and is quite popular among tourists. Read more here.
Nagaland Governor La Ganesan dies at 80 during treatment at Chennai hospital
La Ganesan was appointed the 21st governor of Nagaland on February 12, 2023, and he assumed office on February 20 that year.
Delhi: Yamuna water level crosses warning mark days after heavy rainfall
The warning mark for the city is 204.50 metres, while the danger mark is 205.33 metres, and evacuation starts at 206 metres.
Poll finds Cornyn, Paxton in dead heat in Texas’ Senate GOP primary
Every previous public poll had shown the attorney general with a considerable lead over Texas’ incumbent senator.
Kratom poisoning calls climb in Texas as the state fails to enforce ban on synthetic version
Texas law bans the sale of synthetic kratom, but it isn’t enforced. Earlier this year, legislation died in the Texas House to ban the natural plant, too.
Riding political wins, a once-restrained Gov. Greg Abbott is increasingly steamrolling foes
The third-term governor appears determined to win any battle — even if it means scorched-earth primary crusades or trying to boot duly elected legislators from office.
Texas megadonor Alex Fairly will fund legal bid to keep GOP lawmakers on the primary ballot
The Amarillo businessman said he would tap into the $20 million political action committee he launched last year to preserve ballot access for censured Republicans.