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Waqf bill has ended monopoly: Jyotiraditya Scindia lashes out at opposition
Gwalior, April 9: Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia lashed out at the opposition parties over their dissent against the recently passed Waqf Amendment Bill of 2025, saying that the opposition intends to run a "monopoly", which would be exposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led government in the centre.
PM Modi calls on citizens to chant Navkar Mahamantra for peace, to enhance spirit of brotherhood
New Delhi, April 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended a heartfelt appeal to citizens on Wednesday, urging them to join together in chanting the sacred Jain Navkar Mahamantra at 8:27 am.
Keeping India's interests at forefront: Union Minister Piyush Goyal on US tariffs
Mumbai, April 9: Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal stated that the Government is working on a bilateral trade agreement as was decided between Prime Minister Modi and US President Trump in February. His remarks came in the face of the tariffs imposed by Trump's administration.
PM Modi meets Dubai Crown Prince; India, UAE make key announcements to strengthen Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
New Delhi, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Crown Prince of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum here on Tuesday with the two leaders discussing ways for stronger collaboration and boosting ties in a wide range of areas including trade and defence.
PM Modi, Amit Shah condole death of Spiritual leader Dadi Ratan Mohini
New Delhi, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday condoled the death of Dadi Ratan Mohini, head of the Brahma Kumaris organisation.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel attends 'Aajni Ghadi Te Raliyamani Bhajan Sandhya' in Ahmedabad
Gandhinagar, April 8: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel on Tuesday attended the 'Aajni Ghadi Te Raliyamani Bhajan Sandhya' program held in Ahmedabad.
1,000 Mudra loans get sanctioned by the time you receive your delivery app order: PM Modi
New Delhi, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that by the time a person finishes watching one episode on an OTT platform, the foundation for 5,000 new Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) businesses has already been laid, emphasising on the speed at which these loans are being approved.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel inaugurates Adi Shakti National Women's Archery Competition in Ambaji
Gandhinagar, April 8: While inaugurating the Adi Shakti National Women's Archery Competition at Adyashakti Dham in Ambaji on Tuesday, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said that hosting such a dynamic event reflects the spirit of a new India emerging under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Eradicate terrorism, establish lasting peace in J&K: HM Amit Shah to security forces
Srinagar, April 8: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday asked security forces to completely eradicate terrorism in J&K and establish lasting peace.
Those who thought India will move slowly, steadily are seeing fast and fearless India: PM Modi
New Delhi, April 8: Noting that the world is looking at India and has hope from the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that his government has opened new possibilities through its policies and the decisions taken in the nearly 100 days of this year have strengthened the foundation for the future.
Why are we not benefiting from falling crude prices?: Supriya Sule slams centre over LPG cylinder price hike
Baramati, April 8: Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Chandra Pawar) MP Supriya Sule on Tuesday expressed surprise at the recent hike in LPG cylinder prices, questioning why the public is not getting the benefit of the fall in crude oil prices in the country.
Modi Govt committed to development of Jammu and Kashmir: Home Minister Amit Shah
Jammu, April 8: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said the Modi government is committed to the development of Jammu and Kashmir, adding that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts are bringing prosperity through development and welfare initiatives to all the citizens of the valley.
Myanmar earthquake: Death toll rises to 3645 as India ramps up humanitarian assistance
Yangon, April 8: The death toll from the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has risen to 3,645, with 5,017 people injured and 148 still missing, the State Administration Council's information team revealed late Tuesday evening.
Crown Prince of Dubai presents PM Modi replica of his grandfather's traditional cloak
New Delhi, April 8: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) presented to Prime Minister Narendra Modi a replica of his grandfather Sheikh Rashid's 'bisht' - a traditional embroidered cloak worn over the Qandura by Arab men - symbolising the historic and generational political friendship between the two countries, during their meeting in New Delhi on Tuesday.
Ranchi and Hubballi entrepreneurs rise to success with Mudra Yojana support
New Delhi, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitious 'Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY)' has brought a significant change in the lives of small business owners, youth, and entrepreneurs across the country. Success stories emerging from various parts of India, including Ranchi (Jharkhand), and Hubballi (Karnataka), clearly highlight that this initiative is not only a strong step towards achieving an 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (self-reliant India), but it has also provided thousands of people with employment opportunities and a dignified life.
India, Israel to strengthen cooperation in agriculture sector
New Delhi, April 8: Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Israel’s Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Avi Dichter, on Tuesday signed an agriculture cooperation agreement and work plan aimed at strengthening ties between the two nations in key areas of agricultural development.
Srikant Barik's inspiring journey: From roadside barber to salon owner, thanks to Mudra Yojana
Angul, April 8 : In the tranquil village of Chheliapada in Angul district, Odisha, a remarkable transformation is unfolding -- one that has brought hope and inspiration to the local community. Srikant Barik, who once had a modest roadside salon, has now made progress. He has now become a successful entrepreneur, all thanks to the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), a flagship initiative by Prime Minister Narendra Modi aimed at empowering small entrepreneurs with easy access to credit.
10 yrs of Mudra Yojana: Beneficiaries who met PM Modi, share stories of 'dreams turning into reality'
New Delhi, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with several beneficiaries on the occasion of 10 years of Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) at his official residence.
PMMY beneficiaries in Jharkhand getting loans at very low interest rates, thank govt
Ranchi, April 8: As the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) celebrates its 10th anniversary, the countless beneficiaries from underprivileged backgrounds, across the country, are coming forward to share how it has transformed their lives and businesses.
Waqf Amendment Act comes into force, Centre issues gazette notification
New Delhi, April 8: The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, officially came into effect on Tuesday following a Gazette notification issued by the Central Government.
PMMY giving wings to beneficiaries' dreams, making them financially self-reliant in MP
Bhopal, April 8: As the nation celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), the transformative stories of countless beneficiaries from underprivileged backgrounds across the country are gaining widespread attention.
School fire: PM Modi speaks to Pawan Kalyan; enquires about his son's condition
Amaravati, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister, Pawan Kalyan, over phone to enquire about his younger son Mark Shankar who was injured in a fire at a school in Singapore. The seven-year-old suffered injuries to his hands and legs in the accident at the school where he is studying.
Former cricketer Kedar Jadhav joins BJP
Mumbai, April 8: Ahead of the upcoming civic body elections, former Indian cricketer Kedar Jadhav on Tuesday joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the presence of state unit chief and Revenue Minister Chandrashekhar Bawankule and former minister and state executive president Ravindra Chavan.
IPL 2025: GT look to keep winning momentum intact against RR
Ahmedabad, April 8: After registering three back-to-back wins, Gujarat Titans will aim to continue their winning streak against Rajasthan Royals, who have a mixed start with two wins and as many losses, in match 23 of the IPL 2025 at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Wednesday.
Locals express gratitude as Rajouri-Poonch highway, Bathuni bridge work progresses
Rajouri, April 8: Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) is making significant strides in upgrading the crucial Jammu–Rajouri–Poonch Highway.
PM Mudra Yojana empowers dreams, fuels self-employment: Expert
New Delhi, April 8: On the completion of 10 years of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), an expert on Tuesday said that the scheme has played a significant role in improving the financial condition of people across the country and has given a strong push to self-employment.
KTR slams Centre over LPG price hike, silence on US tariffs
Hyderabad, April 8: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president K. T. Rama Rao has slammed the Central government for the hike in the prices of petroleum products and its silence on the tariff imposed by the United States.
10 years of Mudra Yojana: Success stories of Saharsa entrepreneurs draw attention
Saharsa: , April 8 (IANS) As the nation marks 10 years of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), the stories of transformation of the country’s unprivileged classes, whom it was intended for, are making everyone take notice.
PM Modi meets Dubai Crown Prince, leaders talk of shared vision of future, stronger collaboration
New Delhi, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Crown Prince of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum here on Tuesday and said the special visit reaffirms deep-rooted friendship between the two countries and paves the way for even stronger collaboration in the future.
Gujarat govt disburses Rs70,000 crore in loans in five years under PM Mudra Yojana
Gandhinagar, April 8: Between 2020-21 and 2024-25 financial years (up to November 2024), a total of Rs70,051 crore in loans has been disbursed under the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana in Gujarat, said the State government in a press release.
PM Modi, Amit Shah to visit MP this week
Bhopal, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah are scheduled to visit Madhya Pradesh on April 11 and 13, respectively, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said on Tuesday.
From Bhavnagar 1961 to Ahmedabad 2025, Congress' decline in Gujarat
Ahmedabad, April 8: As Congress returned to Gujarat for its All India Congress Committee (AICC) convention after a long hiatus of 64 years, the question looms: what has changed for the Grand Old Party between Bhavnagar 1961 and Ahmedabad 2025? The contrast couldn’t be starker because when the AICC met in Bhavnagar in 1961, Congress was the unquestioned political force across India.
PM Modi lauds Dubai's 'key role' in advancing India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership
New Delhi April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday met Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in New Delhi, asserting that Dubai has played a "key role" in advancing the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
10 years of Mudra Yojana: Beneficiaries in Odisha share story of financial empowerment
Khordha: , April 8 (IANS) The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY), launched ten years ago, has gone a long way in funding micro and small enterprises and making them an ‘unbreakable’ part of India's growth story.
Our conversations reaffirmed strength of UAE-India ties: Crown Prince of Dubai after meeting PM Modi
New Delhi April 8: Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on Tuesday hailed UAE-India ties following a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi.
Mudra Yojana benefits women, youth; fosters entrepreneurship, says PM Modi
Delhi, April 08: As the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana completed 10 years of implementation, Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the occasion by interacting with scheme beneficiaries today at 7 Lok Kalyan Marg in Delhi.
Hardeep Puri confident India will come out stronger from US tariffs fallout
New Delhi, April 8: Union Minister Hardeep Puri on Tuesday said he was confident India will emerge stronger from the fallout of the US administration tariffs once the bilateral trade agreement between the two partner countries is finalised.
Dubai Crown Prince Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum received in India with ceremonial Guard of Honour
New Delhi, April 8: Crown Prince of Dubai, Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, arrived in New Delhi on his first official visit on Tuesday. He was welcomed with a ceremonial guard of honour and received by Union Minister of State for Tourism & Petroleum and Natural Gas, Suresh Gopi.
Myanmar struck by 98 aftershocks in 11 days following 7.7-magnitude quake
Yangon, April 8: A total of 98 aftershocks have hit Myanmar since a devastating earthquake struck the country, according to the country's Department of Meteorology and Hydrology on Tuesday.
MUDRA has democratised India's financial system: PM Modi
New Delhi, April 8: Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted on Tuesday that the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY), launched 10 years ago on April 8, has turned out to be a massive success in empowering the poor at the grassroots with over 52 crore loans given worth Rs 33 lakh crore.