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Mumbai Cricket Association approves Rohit Sharma stand at Wankhede Stadium
Mumbai, April 15: The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) successfully convened its 86th Annual General Meeting on Tuesday and unanimously approved the decision to rename Divecha Pavilion Level 3 as Rohit Sharma Stand, Grand Stand Level 3 as Sharad Pawar Stand, Grand Stand Level 4 as Ajit Wadekar Stand at the Wankhede Stadium.
Andhra Pradesh cabinet approves construction of assembly building, High Court
Amaravati, April 15: The Andhra Pradesh Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu on Tuesday, approved infrastructure projects, including the construction of the State Assembly building at a cost of Rs 617 crore and the High Court building at Rs 786 crore.
Surat to get one more bridge this month; over one lakh commuters likely to benefit
Surat, April 15: A newly-constructed bridge at Budia-Gabhani Junction on National Highway 53 in Surat, constructed at a cost of Rs 40 crore, is likely to be inaugurated on April 18, benefitting over one lakh commuters.
PM Modi to flag off 1st Vande Bharat Express to Kashmir from Katra on April 19
Katra, April 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will flag off the first Vande Bharat Express to Kashmir from Katra on April 19.
Ilaiyaraaja sends legal notice to makers of Ajith-starrer 'Good Bad Ugly' for using his songs without permission
Chennai, April 15: Well known Indian music composer Ilaiyaraaja has now sent a legal notice to Mythri Movie Makers, the production house which produced actor Ajith Kumar’s action entertainer ‘Good Bad Ugly’, seeking an apology and a compensation of Rs Five crore for using his songs in their film without acquiring his permission.
EAM Jaishankar launches key development projects in Gujarat's Narmada
Narmada, April 15: External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar was in Gujarat’s Narmada district on Tuesday as part of his two-day visit to the state, during which he inaugurated some projects and also laid the foundation stone for several key development initiatives aimed at fostering growth in the region.
Revenue of railway sector companies expected to grow at moderate pace of 5% in FY26: ICRA
New Delhi, April 15: The revenue of companies operating in the Indian railway sector is expected to grow at a moderate pace of 5 per cent in the financial year 2025-26 (FY26), according to a recent analysis by ratings agency ICRA.
EAM Jaishankar visits Gujarat, inaugurates several projects under MPLAD
Gujarat, April 15: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited Narmada district in Gujarat where he inaugurated several projects under the MPLADS scheme.
Himachal CM dedicates developmental projects to residents of Pangi
Shimla, April 14: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu dedicated a series of development projects to the residents of Pangi during his visit to the area in Chamba district on Monday.
Every Haryanavi has reaffirmed faith in Prime Minister's 'niti' , 'niyat' and 'netritva': CM Saini
New Delhi, April 14: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi enjoys a strong emotional connect and trust among the people of Haryana, calling it a symbol of "unprecedented public support."
A new direction, a new era of development begins in Haryana: CM Nayab Saini
New Delhi April 14: Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini said that the Haryana is effectively fulfilling its responsibility of serving the common man while also implementing the public welfare schemes of the Central Government. Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Haryana is progressing steadily as a partner in development, empowered by the strength of a triple engine government, a release said.
J-K: PM Modi to inaugurate final section of USRBRL on April 19, world's highest railway arch bridge
Reasi, April 14: A wave of excitement and pride sweeps through the village of Bakkal in Reasi district as Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to inaugurate the final section of Katra to Sangaldan stretch of Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL), a 272-kilometre-long project, on April 19, marking a historic milestone in Indian infrastructure development.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee inaugurates Kalighat skywalk in Kolkata
Kolkata, April 14: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee inaugurated the Kalighat skywalk at Kalighat in Kolkata on Monday. Banerjee thanked those who were involved in building the Kalighat skywalk in a short span of time and said that she had taken a pledge that when the skywalk at Dakshineswar is built, it will be built in Kalighat as well.
National Highways Excellence Awards event to be held in Delhi
New Delhi, April 14: To encourage innovative practices and recognise professionals delivering excellence in National Highway development, the sixth edition of the 'National Highways Excellence Awards' will be held at Bharat Mandapam here on Tuesday.
Himachal CM lays foundation of solar plant in mountainous Pangi Valley
Shimla, April 14: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Sukhu on Monday laid the foundation stone of an 1 MW solar power plant at Dhanwas in the remote Pangi Valley in Chamba district.
Firms dealing with Indian railway sector to gain from robust order book: Report
New Delhi, April 14: Revenues of the entities operating in the Indian railway sector are expected to expand at a moderate rate of 5 per cent in FY2026, primarily driven by robust growth expectations from wagon manufacturers, though construction entities catering to Railway sector will witness relatively modest growth, according to an ICRA report released on Monday.
PM Modi launches projects in Haryana's Yamunanagar, locals laud the initiative
New Delhi, April 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of various development projects in Yamunanagar on Monday. The 800 MW thermal power unit of Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Plant, whose foundation was laid by PM Modi on Monday, will enhance Haryana’s energy self-sufficiency and also ensure uninterrupted power supply in the region.
Himachal CM lays foundation stone for 1 MW solar power project at Dhanwas
Shimla, April 14: Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Monday laid the foundation stone of a 1 MW solar power plant at Dhanwas in the remote Pangi Valley. The project, estimated at Rs 10.50 crore, is scheduled for completion before November 2025, a release said.
If we want to make our country Vishwaguru then...: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari
Mumbai, April 14: Union Minister of Road and Highways Nitin Gadkari on Monday said that India can become 'Vishwaguru' only after we build an international-standard infrastructure.
PM Modi lays foundation of Rs 410 crore Terminal Building at Hisar airport, local residents rejoice
Hisar, April 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for a new Terminal Building of Maharaja Agrasen airport in the city worth over Rs 410 crore on Monday, keeping up the government’s focus of making air travel safe, affordable, and accessible to all.
Nippon Koei strengthens its presence in India with landmark infrastructure projects
New Delhi, April 14: Japanese engineering consultancy Nippon Koei is making a significant global impact, with a standout contribution in India.
Himachal CM Sukhu unveils Babasaheb BR Ambedkar's statue in Hamirpur, dedicates development projects worth Rs. 38 cr
Shimla, April 14: Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, on the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti, unveiled a statue of Bharat Ratna BR Ambedkar at the Deputy Commissioner's Office complex in Hamirpur on Monday.
PM Modi lays foundation stone for powerplant in Yamunanagar
Yamunanagar, April 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday laid the foundation stone for a project of increasing the capacity of a thermal powerplant in Yamunanagar, Haryana. PM Modi was facilitated by Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, highlighting how the event has happened on the "auspicious day" of Ambedkar Jayanti.
PM Modi dedicates development projects of Rs 10,000 crore in Haryana
Chandigarh, April 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday dedicated development and infrastructure projects of Rs 10,000 crore in Haryana that comprised the foundation for the third thermal unit of 800 MW at Deenbandhu Chhotu Ram Thermal Power Plant in Yamunanagar of Rs 8,469 crore.
Namo Bharat crosses Yamuna for first time during trial runs
New Delhi, April 14: The Namo Bharat train from Meerut crossed the Yamuna for the first time and reached the multi-modal transit hub at Sarai Kale Khan in southeast Delhi during trial runs conducted over the weekend, a precursor to the station's inauguration in June, said an official on Monday.
BJP working to fulfil dream of Viksit Haryana, Viksit Bharat: PM Modi at Hisar rally
Hisar, April 14: Reiterating his party’s commitment to fulfilling the dream of ‘Viksit Haryana, Viksit Bharat’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said, “When the BJP assigned me the duties for Haryana, I, along with several of my party companions, worked here.”
Before 2014, India had only 74 airports, now over 150: PM Modi in Haryana
Hisar, April 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said that before 2014, India had just 74 airports, however, since the last decade, the number has crossed the 150 mark highlighting significant strides in easing connectivity as compared to efforts made by the previous government.
PM Modi inaugurates air services from Hisar to Ayodhya, lays foundation stone for terminal building
Hisar, April 14: On the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday inaugurated air services from Maharaja Agrasen Airport in Haryana's Hisar in the presence of Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu.
Andhra Pradesh: Education Minister Nara Lokesh distributes house titles to 354 beneficiaries in Manglagiri
Amaravati, April 13: Andhra Pradesh Education and IT Minister Nara Lokesh on Sunday distributed house site title documents to 354 beneficiaries under the Mana Illu-Mana Lokesh (Our House-Our Lokesh) programme organised in Mangalagiri.
CEA launches new software to help power utilities of states
New Delhi, April 13: The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) has launched an indigenously developed Integrated Generation, Transmission, and Storage Expansion Planning Model with Demand Response which will help state power discoms to carry out a comprehensive resource adequacy plan, according to an official statement issued on Sunday.
Delhi CM directs action to resolve waterlogging in 445 areas
New Delhi, April 13: The Delhi government has launched a coordinated effort to tackle waterlogging across the national capital, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta issuing a directive to address the issue in 445 identified areas within the next 15 days.
Gaza hospital forced to cease operations after Israeli airstrike
Gaza/Jerusalem, April 13: An Israeli airstrike hit the Al-Ahli Arab Hospital in Gaza City early Sunday, damaging key medical infrastructure and forcing the facility to shut down, according to Palestinian medical sources and eyewitnesses.
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.
Assam CM meets with Jeet Adani, discusses ways to implement investment commitments of Adani Group
Guwahati, April 13: Based on the positive beginnings made in the Advantage Assam 2.0, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held a meeting with the Director Adani Ports Jeet Adani and his team in Guwahati on Sunday.
PM Modi to launch several development projects in Haryana on Ambedkar Jayanti
New Delhi, April 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch several development projects in Haryana on April 14 on the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti.
Assam CM holds meeting with Jeet Adani on rolling out Group's Rs 50,000 crore investment plan
Guwahati, April 13: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma held a meeting with Adani Group Director Jeet Adani on Sunday to move ahead with the conglomerate's Rs 50,000 crore investment plan proposed for the state during the business summit held in Guwahati in February.
PM Modi to launch key infrastructure projects in Haryana on Ambedkar Jayanti
New Delhi, April 13: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Haryana on Monday to mark Ambedkar Jayanti and will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of several major development projects aimed at enhancing the state's infrastructure and connectivity.
Piyush Goyal urges construction industry to adopt best practices
New Delhi, April 13: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal on Sunday urged the construction industry to adopt best practices in sustainability, focus on clean and green construction, and work towards earthquake-resistant and modular infrastructure.
India is breaking silos, fostering collaboration and reimagining future with convergence of minds: Piyush Goyal
New Delhi, April 13: Union Commerce and Industry Minister PIyush Goyal on Sunday applauded business ecosystem in the country, highlighting that India is breaking silos, fostering collaboration, and reimagining the future with a convergence of minds.
South Korea: Rescuers resume search for missing worker at collapsed subway construction site in Gwangmyeong
Gwangmyeong, April 13: Rescuers resumed operations Sunday to locate a worker who has been missing for over 48 hours following the collapse of a subway construction site in the city of Gwangmyeong, officials said.