December 13, 2025 7:57 PM December 13, 2025 7:57 PM

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28th Divya Kala Mela Inaugurated to Showcase Divangjans’ Talents

Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Virendra Kumar today said that the government's initiative of Divya Kala Mela is providing an opportunity to Divangjans to showcase their skills and talent. Inaugurating the 28th edition of the Divya Kala Mela in New Delhi, the Minister said that the...

December 13, 2025 7:29 PM December 13, 2025 7:29 PM

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Over 31 Lakh People to Be Called for Hearings in West Bengal SIR Process

The Additional Chief Electoral Officer, West Bengal, Mr Arindam Niyogi, has said that more than 31 lakhs people may be called for hearing in the claims and objection phase of the SIR process in West Bengal. More than 58 lakhs enumeration forms have been identified as uncollectable in the state. Spec...

December 13, 2025 7:27 PM December 13, 2025 7:27 PM

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Kerala Local Elections: LDF Suffers Setback, UDF Secures Majority

The ruling CPM led LDF suffered a major setback in the local body elections in Kerala, while the Congress-led UDF secured a majority of the local bodies. The BJP-led NDA  made significant gains, including a notable victory in the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation. More from our Thiruvananthapuram Corre...

December 13, 2025 7:23 PM December 13, 2025 7:23 PM

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Nation Pays Tribute to Martyrs of 2001 Parliament Attack

The nation is today paying tributes to the security personnel and victims who lost their lives while defending the Parliament during a terrorist attack 24 years ago on 13th December 2001. On this day, a Condolence meeting was organised at the Parliament House premises to pay floral tributes to marty...

December 13, 2025 7:17 PM December 13, 2025 7:17 PM

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Handicraft Exports to Touch ₹1 Lakh Crore Soon: Minister Giriraj Singh

Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh today said that the handicrafts industry accounts for exports worth around 50 thousand crore rupees, and is expected to grow 1 lakh crore rupees soon. Mr Singh said this while inaugurating the third edition of Crafted for the Future event in New Delhi. He said t...

December 13, 2025 7:12 PM December 13, 2025 7:12 PM

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Local Cuisines to Be Introduced on Vande Bharat Trains: Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, today, discussed with officials on providing local cuisines of the region in Vande Bharat trains. Interacting with the officials in Rail Bhawan today, the Minister said that the initiative will enhance the passenger experience, reflecting the culture and tastes of...

December 13, 2025 6:31 PM December 13, 2025 6:31 PM

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RDI Fund to Boost Private Sector Innovation: Minister Dr Jitendra Singh

Science and Technology Minister, Dr. Jitendra Singh today described the Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) Fund as a catalyst to empower the private-sector-led innovation. Addressing the RDI Fund Outreach Programme in New Delhi, the Minister said the initiative is a global first in public f...

December 13, 2025 6:07 PM December 13, 2025 6:07 PM

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Meditation Hall ‘Sadhana Kaksh’ Dedicated at Vaishno Devi Shrine

In Jammu and Kashmir, in a significant initiative aimed at further enriching the spiritual ambience and facilitating deeper devotional engagement among devotees, the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board (SMVDSB) has established and dedicated a ‘Sadhana Kaksh’ (Meditation Hall) amidst Vedic chanting a...

December 13, 2025 6:00 PM December 13, 2025 6:00 PM

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CBDT Urges Taxpayers to Update ITRs Under NUDGE Campaign

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has urged taxpayers to update their Income Tax Returns (ITR) and withdraw any wrongful claims under the NUDGE Campaign. Under the campaign, SMSs and Email advisories are being issued from the 12th of this month to such taxpayers on their registered mobile num...

December 13, 2025 5:35 PM December 13, 2025 5:35 PM

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Goa CEO Outlines Next Steps in Special Electoral Roll Revision

In Goa, the Chief Electoral Officer has outlined the next steps in Goa’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Out of the total electorate, around 1 lakh voters, or 8.45 percent, fall under the ASDD category, where enumeration forms were not received. Another 1.82 lakh voters, around 15.4 p...