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CM Yogi to review progress of Ganga Expressway project tomorrow
Lucknow, April 26: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath will, on Sunday, inspect the construction work of the Ganga Expressway, one of the largest and most ambitious infrastructure projects in Uttar Pradesh's history and a key priority for the state government.
Tripura's Gomati district, Ganganagar block gets PM Excellence Award 2024
Agartala, April 21: In a moment of pride for Tripura, Gomati district and Ganganagar block of Dhalai District on Monday have been awarded with the prestigious PM Excellence Award 2024, Chief Minister Manik Saha said.
Tripura shines at PM's excellence awards ceremony: Gomati and Ganganagar bag top honours
Agartala, April 21: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the state celebrated a dual triumph at the Prime Minister's Award for Excellence in Public Administration on the occasion of the 17th Civil Services Day.
Take care of water resources: MP CM Mohan Yadav after performing Shramdaan in Ujjain's Shipra river
Ujjain, April 21: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav took a holy dip in the Shipra river, performed Shramdaan, and worshipped at Ram Ghat in Ujjain district on Monday.
Community engagement key to restoring rivers, aquatic biodiversity: C.R. Patil
New Delhi, April 17: Union Minister of Jal Shakti C.R. Patil has stressed the need for increasing community participation in projects related to restoration of aquatic biodiversity and improving river health, an official said on Thursday.
GAIL completes laying over 97.6% pipeline of Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga
New Delhi, April 13: GAIL (India) Limited has completed the laying of over 97.6 per cent of the integrated Jagdishpur--Haldia--Bokaro--Dhamra Pipeline (JHBDPL), popularly known as "Pradhan Mantri Urja Ganga," which will carry Natural Gas to the eastern and Northern parts of India.
'Ganga Jal' sprinkling row: Rajasthan LoP Jully emphasises on tolerance, unity
Jaipur, April 12: Leader of Opposition in Rajasthan Assembly, Tika Ram Jully, on Saturday was warmly welcomed by people from various communities at his office in Moti Dungri, Alwar, during his visit following the recent 'Ganga Jal' sprinkling controversy.
Train movement affected at Malda Station after 5000 miscreants obstruct railway track between Dhulian Ganga and Nimtita
Malda, April 11: Train services were affected at Malda Railway Station on Friday, leading to the cancellation of two trains after a group of 5000 miscreants obstructed the railway track between Dhulian Ganga and Nimtita stations, an official statement said.
Nitish Kumar inaugurates fifth phase of JP Ganga Path
Patna, April 10: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday inaugurated the much-awaited fifth phase of JP Ganga Path, extending the iconic riverside road from Kangan Ghat to Didarganj.
Punjab FC announces squad for Dream Sports Championship National Finals
Mohali, April 7: Defending Champions Punjab FC (PFC) has announced its 22-member squad for the Dream Sports Championship Nationals Finals that will be played from April 8-15 at Goa. PFC are drawn in Group B along with Football 4 Change from Manipur, Goan side SESA Football Academy and English Championship side Norwich City FC.
Chaiti Chhath Puja: Devotees in Bihar celebrate 'Sandhya Arghya' with great enthusiasm
Patna, April 3: The sacred banks of the Ganga in Bihar turned into vibrant hubs of faith and devotion as devotees gathered in large numbers to celebrate the third day of Chaiti Chhath Puja, known as the Sandhya Arghya (evening offering).
Ashish to play lead in Sri Venkateswara Creations landmark 60th Film
Chennai, April 2: Well known producers Dil Raju and Shirish of Sri Venkateswara Creations have announced their 60th production, marking a major milestone in their prolific filmmaking journey.
Education must focus on character building, not just professional success: Rajnath Singh
Tumakuru (Karnataka), April 1: Emphasising the need for character building, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh stated on Tuesday that the primary objective of education is character development. “I believe that the purpose of professional education institutions should not be limited to ensuring students' success in their professions.”
PM Modi pays homage to Shivakumara Swamiji on his 118th birth anniversary
Bengaluru, April 1: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Shivakumara Swamiji of Tumakuru Siddaganga Mutt on his 118th birth anniversary on Tuesday, saying he has been a guiding light, illuminating the path for society.
Delhi CM inspects road construction works in Samaypur Badli area
New Delhi, April 1: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta visited the Samaypur Badli area to inspect the ongoing road construction works, focusing on improving the city's infrastructure and emphasising the Delhi government's goal of making the entire ring road free of potholes before the onset of the monsoon season.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta extends Rajasthan Diwas and Gangaur festival greetings
New Delhi, March 31: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday extended greetings on Rajasthan Diwas and the Gangaur Festival, assuring Rajasthani families in the national capital of the Delhi government of their commitment to their welfare.
Ex-Union Minister Girija Vyas sustains burn injuries while performing Gangaur Puja
Jaipur, March 31: Former Union Minister and senior Congress leader Dr. Girija Vyas sustained burn injuries while performing Aarti at her residence on Monday during Gangaur Puja.
Rajasthan CM extends greetings on festival of Gangaur
Jaipur, March 31: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma on Monday extended greetings to people on the festival of Gangaur and said it symbolises the cultural richness of the state.
Indian Surgeon Dr S Raja Sabapathy takes over Presidency of International Hand Surgery Federation
Coimbatore, March 30: Dr S Raja Sabapathy, chairman of the Department of Plastic, Hand, and Microsurgery and Director of Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore, took over the Presidency of the International Federation of Societies for Surgery of the Hand (IFSSH) on 28 March. He took over at the closing ceremony of the Federation's triennial congress in Washington, DC, USA.
Gallbladder stones complication causes life-threatening stomach blockage, treated successfully at Delhi hospital
New Delhi, March 29: The doctors at a private hospital in New Delhi successfully treated a young woman suffering from a rare and life-threatening condition caused by gallbladder stones.
Cold winds bring down temperature in parts of Rajasthan
Jaipur, March 29: Cold winds from North India have caused a significant drop in temperatures across Rajasthan, with several cities of the desert state recording a decrease of up to 7 degrees Celsius.
UP CM highlights development in Mirzapur, says Maa Vindhyavasini corridor raised revenue fivefold
Mirzapur, March 27: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday underscored the transformation of Mirzapur district over the past decade, attributing the progress to the double-engine governance model.
'Faith can drive economic growth': Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi at exhibition highlighting eight years of government achievements
Mirzapur, March 27: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday highlighted the importance of faith in driving economic growth while addressing a public meeting at an exhibition showcasing his government's achievements over the past eight years.
Education paves the path to development, says Rajasthan Guv Bagde
Jaipur, March 26: Rajasthan Governor Haribhau Bagde, on Wednesday, emphasised that education is the key to development.
Heavy passenger congestion at two platforms of New Delhi Railway Station due to delay in departure of trains
New Delhi, March 24: A large number of passengers gathered at platform numbers 12 and 13 of New Delhi Railway Station due to a delay in the departure of the following major trains.
MP CM Mohan Yadav calls on President Droupadi Murmu, invites her to state
New Delhi, March 22: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Saturday and invited her for the launch of 'Jal Ganga Samvardhan Abhiyan' (Water Conservation and Augmentation Campaign) on March 30 in the state.
MP CM meets Prez Murmu, urges her to partake in water conservation campaign
Bhopal, March 22: With a view to making 'Jal Ganga Samvardhan Abhiyan' more appealing, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi on Saturday.
Community water supply project launched in Vietnam with India's support
Hanoi, March 21: A Mekong-Ganga Cooperation (MGC) project was launched with India's support in Vietnam on Friday, highlighting New Delhi's efforts to strengthen sub-regional cooperation and Indo-Vietnam friendship further.
Varun Dhawan, Pooja Hegde attend Ganga Aarti in Rishikesh
Rishikesh, March 21: Bollywood stars Varun Dhawan and Pooja Hegde on Friday arrived in Rishikesh for the shoot of their new film.
Mute 80-year-old woman spotted outside Howrah rly stn to return to her home in UP after 2 months
Kolkata, March 20: An elderly and mute woman was rescued by the police from outside the Howrah railway station on Thursday morning, an official said.
Gujarat govt increases budget for widowed women, allocates Rs 3,015 cr for 2025-26
Gandhinagar, March 17: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has been actively implementing impactful women-centric schemes to foster self-sufficiency.
India connection! Mauritians thronged streets to catch glimpse of PM Modi on way to Ganga Talao
Port Louis, March 13: While we have often seen crowds thronging the streets for Prime Minister Narendra Modi in India, what was seen in Mauritius during his two-day visit was a reminder of the deep ties between the two nations.
Mauritian devotees applaud PM Modi's act of reverence at Ganga Talao
New Delhi, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his visit to Mauritius, on Wednesday offered prayers at the revered Ganga Talao -- considered the most sacred Hindu pilgrimage site in the Indian Ocean archipelago -- and also immersed the holy water brought from the Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.
Union Minister C.R. Patil chairs 14th ETF meeting on Ganga conservation
New Delhi, March 12: Union Minister of Jal Shakti C.R. Patil chaired the 14th meeting of the Empowered Task Force (ETF) on Ganga conservation, reaffirming the government's commitment to making the river cleaner and more sustainable through an integrated and technology-driven approach, a release from Ministry of Jal Shakti said.
PM Modi emplanes for New Delhi after 'very fruitful' Mauritius visit
Port Louis, March 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday afternoon left for New Delhi after concluding another landmark State visit to Mauritius during which the special and close partnership between the two nations acquired a significant strategic depth.
Highlighting India-Mauritius spiritual connect, PM Modi offers prayers at revered Ganga Talao
Port Louis, March 12: Highlighting the deep-rooted civilizational and spiritual connection between India and Mauritius, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday offered prayers at the revered Ganga Talao - considered the most sacred Hindu pilgrimage site in the Indian Ocean archipelago - and also immersed the holy water brought from the Triveni Sangam during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj.
Mauritius: PM Modi offers Gangajal from Prayagraj Mahakumbh into Ganga Talao
Port Louis, March 12: In a symbolic gesture of cultural and spiritual connection, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday mixed the sacred waters of the Ganges, brought from the Prayagraj Mahakumbh, into the Ganga Talao (Grand Bassin) at Port Louis in Mauritius.
Gangajal, Bihar's superfood and Banarasi saree: PM Modi's gifts to Mauritius President and wife
Port Louis, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his two-day visit to Mauritius handed over some precious gifts to the country's President Dharam Gokhool and his wife. This included Gangajal (from the Maha Kumbh mela in Prayagraj) packed in a brass and copper pot and Bihar’s superfood Makhana to Mauritius President Dharam Gokhool while a Banarasi saree for his wife.
Ganga water was of bathing quality during Mahakumbh: Bhupender Yadav
New Delhi, March 10: The quality of Ganga water, monitored at 10 locations near Prayagraj during the Maha Kumbh, was up to the stipulated standards for bathing during the mega event, Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bhupender Yadav told Parliament on Monday.
Ahead of PM Modi's Mauritius visit, 27-year-old pictures of his 'Mini India' tour surfaces
New Delhi, March 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark on a two-day visit to Mauritius, where he will be the chief guest of island nation’s 57th National Day celebrations. During the visit, India and Mauritius are also expected to ink a raft of agreements to strengthen bilateral relations.