Navratri Begins

Navratri celebrations begin nationwide today, honoring Goddess Durga and her nine divine forms. The nine-day festival will culminate with Dussehra, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil through Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana.

Big Boost for Arunachal Pradesh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today launched multiple infrastructure projects worth over Rs 5,100 crore in Arunachal Pradesh. He also laid the foundation stones for two major hydropower projects in Shi Yomi district, and a convention centre in Tawang.

Two-Tier GST

India’s new GST reforms began today, streamlining the tax system into a two-tier structure of 5% and 18%. The move aims to ease compliance and reduce tax burden on various goods and services.

From Vision to Action
Vice President C P Radhakrishnan today released four compiled books on the speeches of Prime Minister Narendra Modi titled Sabka Sath Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas Sabka Prayas published by the Publications Division in New Delhi.

25 Lakh LPG Connections
On the first day of Navratri, the Modi Government has decided to provide 25 lakh additional LPG connections across the country during the current Financial Year under Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana.

Assembly Logjam Continues

The Odisha Assembly remained deadlocked for the fourth consecutive day of the monsoon session as BJD MLAs protested against the alleged move to dilute powers of elected representatives in the three-tier Panchayati Raj system. The House was adjourned multiple times.

Balanga Case Clarified

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi clarified that the July 19 Balanga incident involving a minor girl was a case of self-immolation, not an attack. Replying to a query in the Assembly, the CM said the earlier reports of miscreants’ involvement as a “mistake of fact”.

More Rain Likely

A low-pressure area formed over the Bay of Bengal on Monday, which is likely to trigger heavy rain in several parts of Odisha for the next few days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

Pak Airstrike Kills 30

The Pakistani Air Force has conducted an airstrike in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, killing 30 people, including women and children. The Pakistani fighter jets JF-17 reportedly dropped eight LS-6 bombs on the Matre Dara village located in the Tirah Valley, causing massacre.

India crush Pakistan

India clinched a six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup 2005. The win showcased strong batting and disciplined bowling, reinforcing India’s dominance in the tournament and thrilling cricket fans across the nation.