Category: India

Elista, Kalmykia Republic, Russia: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya, leading a high-level delegation, visited the under-construction Buddha Park in Elista, Kalmykia Republic, where he paid floral tributes to the statue of Green Tara Devi, seeking blessings for prosperity and well-being for all. He also reviewed the progress of the temple and park construction and received detailed updates on associated projects. The delegation arrived in Elista  to escort the sacred Buddha relics from India, which were received with a grand ceremonial welcome. At the Golden Abode of Shakyamuni…

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Lucknow: On the 20th anniversary of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, Dr. C.P. Rai, Chairman of the Media Department of the Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee and former minister, addressed a press conference at the UP Congress Committee headquarters, alleging that the BJP government has undermined transparency and facilitated large-scale corruption. Dr. Rai recalled that the historic RTI Act, enacted on 12 October 2005 under the leadership of Dr. Manmohan Singh and Sonia Gandhi, empowered citizens to access information from public authorities, making governance more transparent and accountable. He emphasized…

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Dibrugarh, Assam : With the 2026 Assam Assembly elections on the horizon, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has launched an intensive strategy session to prepare for the electoral battle. The party’s two-day state-level meeting in Dibrugarh, attended by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma and senior leaders, has focused on analyzing electoral dynamics and regional equations. Addressing the media on Thursday, CM Sarma said the meeting had been highly productive, with in-depth discussions on organizational structure, potential candidates, and constituency-specific strategies. “We have finalized our election strategy and are ready to…

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New Delhi: After China, India is now the world’s second-largest producer of bamboo, though its export potential remains largely untapped. China continues to dominate the global bamboo market, exporting to countries such as Vietnam, Germany, the Netherlands, and Turkey. Historically, during the British era, bamboo was classified as a tree, and strict regulations limited its cultivation and harvesting. These restrictive policies stunted its commercial use for decades. Recognizing its economic and environmental importance, India reclassified bamboo as a grass in 2017, freeing it from earlier restrictions. This move enabled farmers…

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Lucknow: BSP supremo Mayawati has signaled a strategic shift in her political approach for the 2027 Uttar Pradesh assembly elections, focusing on consolidating a Dalit-OBC-Brahmin vote triangle rather than relying heavily on the traditional Muslim vote bank. On October 9, she addressed a large rally in Lucknow on the birth anniversary of Kashiram Ji, her first major public gathering in a long time. Political analysts note that her calm demeanor and commitment to social causes reflect a carefully calculated strategy. In previous elections, Mayawati fielded Muslim candidates to counter the…

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Mumbai : Lenskart, India’s leading eyewear company, unveiled a revolutionary smart glasses feature that allows users to make UPI payments directly through the glasses. The announcement was made at the Global FinTech Festival 2025 in Mumbai, marking the first time such technology has been integrated into wearable eyewear. The upcoming B-Camera Smart Glasses will allow users to scan QR codes and complete transactions without taking out their phones. Payments will be securely linked to the user’s bank account, with voice-command authentication, making everyday transactions faster and more convenient. Speaking about…

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Lucknow: The Gomtinagar Railway Station is now nearly ready to operate several new train services, with plans to launch routes to Indore, Mumbai, Puri, Gaya, and Katra after Diwali. These services are expected to include semi-high-speed Vande Bharat trains and modern Amrit Bharat Express trains, aimed at enhancing passenger convenience and connectivity. Currently, Vande Bharat trains from Lucknow run to destinations including Patna, Dehradun, Anand Vihar, Gorakhpur, Prayagraj, Varanasi, and Meerut, and efforts are underway to further expand these services. The second phase of development at Gomtinagar station is almost…

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New Delhi:  A press conference held by Afghanistan’s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi in Delhi has sparked a political and social controversy after female journalists were reportedly excluded from attending the event. Only male journalists were allowed, triggering sharp reactions from opposition parties, civil society, and media professionals. Opposition Leaders Criticize GovernmentCongress leaders Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Rahul Gandhi targeted the central government over the incident. Priyanka Gandhi questioned on social media platform X why women journalists were barred if the government claims to champion women’s rights, calling the move…

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New Delhi: In a significant push for homegrown technology, several Indian government ministers have recently endorsed Zoho products, urging citizens and businesses to adopt them. Zoho’s WhatsApp rival, Arattai, is also being promoted as part of this initiative. Home Minister Amit Shah recently announced on X (formerly Twitter) that he has switched to Zoho Mail, sharing his new official email ID: amitshah.bjp@zohomail.in. He requested that future correspondence be sent via this ID and ended his post with, “Thank you for your kind attention to this matter”, a phrase currently popular…

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Patna: The Bihar Assembly elections could be announced anytime after October 5, as political activities across the state intensify. From village chowks to city markets, the election buzz dominates public discourse, with rallies, meetings, and strategy sessions in full swing. In recent years, Bihar’s political landscape has undergone significant shifts, making this election particularly dynamic. Social equations, alliance formations, leadership profiles, and core state issues have heightened sensitivities and competition. The public mood shows a clear divide: the ruling coalition emphasizes development, caste balance, and social justice, while opposition parties…

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