Government introduces measures to address rising costs in highway projects

April 2, 2026 8:34 PM

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Government introduces measures to address rising costs in highway projects

The government has announced a set of measures to mitigate the impact of the global scenario and the consequent rise in prices of fuel, construction materials, and related logistics on National Highway Projects. These measures are aimed at providing relief to contractors and concessionaires while en...

12 people died after heavy rains, thunderstorms & floods in Pakistan

April 2, 2026 8:30 PM

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12 people died after heavy rains, thunderstorms & floods in Pakistan

In Pakistan, 12 people have died over the past 24 hours after heavy rains, thunderstorms, and flash floods affected multiple provinces. Authorities declared an emergency in Karachi as heavy rains that started this morning triggered urban flooding. Rescue services, including Edhi Trust and Chhipa Wel...

India and Mozambique conclude Fifth JDWG meeting in Maputo

April 2, 2026 8:18 PM

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India and Mozambique conclude Fifth JDWG meeting in Maputo

India and Mozambique concluded the Fifth Joint Defence Working Group (JDWG) meeting in Maputo, Mozambique, today. The Defence Ministry, in a statement, said the meeting reaffirms the strong ties between the two countries and their shared commitment to regional security and stability. During the meet...

Rajya Sabha passes Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026

April 2, 2026 8:08 PM

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Rajya Sabha passes Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026

The Parliament has passed the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2026, with the Rajya Sabha approving it today. The Lok Sabha had passed the Bill yesterday. The legislation amends certain enactments for decriminalising and rationalising offences to further enhance trust-based governance for...

Madhya Pradesh celebrates Hanuman Jayanti with great devotion and enthusiasm

April 2, 2026 7:56 PM

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Madhya Pradesh celebrates Hanuman Jayanti with great devotion and enthusiasm

In Madhya Pradesh, the festival of Hanuman Jayanti is being celebrated today across the state with great devotion and enthusiasm. From the Khedapati Temple in the capital, Bhopal, to Ranjeet Hanuman in Indore, a sea of devotees has gathered at temples. On this pious occasion, the deity has been ador...

Parliament passes CAPF (General Administration) Bill, 2026 with Voice Vote

April 2, 2026 7:40 PM

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Parliament passes CAPF (General Administration) Bill, 2026 with Voice Vote

The Parliament has passed the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, after the Lok Sabha approved it today with Voice Vote. Rajya Sabha has already passed the bill. The Bill provides for 50 per cent of posts in the CAPFs to be filled by deputation in the rank of Inspector G...