New Delhi: In a landmark move, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the implementation of the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) in Delhi, allocating ₹2,144 crore for the flagship healthcare scheme. This marks the first time the national capital has adopted the world’s largest publicly funded health insurance program, fulfilling a key election…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a crucial 30-minute meeting with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Union Minister Piyush Goyal to address the ongoing trade tensions with the United States. The meeting, which took place in the Prime Minister’s chamber in Parliament, focused on India’s strategy to navigate the challenges posed by US…
In a significant move, the central government has announced a 24% hike in the salaries, pensions, and allowances of Members of Parliament (MPs), effective from April 1, 2023. This marks the first revision since 2018, aligning with the Cost Inflation Index under the Income Tax Act of 1961. The monthly salary of sitting MPs has…
In a bold political move ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly elections, BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari spearheaded a ‘Sanatani’ solidarity rally in Haldia, Purba Medinipur district. The rally, which saw hundreds of BJP activists marching through the industrial township, aimed to unite Hindus and challenge the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) government led by Mamata…
Uttar Pradesh, once labeled a “BIMARU” state—a term used to describe economically lagging regions—has undergone a dramatic transformation under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The state is now on track to achieve a $1 trillion economy by 2029, a goal that reflects its rapid economic progress and ambitious vision. When Yogi Adityanath assumed…
Delhi Power Minister Ashish Sood has signaled a potential increase in electricity tariffs, attributing the move to a staggering ₹27,000 crore debt left by the previous Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government. The debt, accumulated through the Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission (DERC), has placed a significant financial burden on power distribution companies (Discoms). Speaking in the…
A fresh political storm has erupted in West Bengal following the appearance of posters featuring Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Trinamool Congress (TMC) General Secretary Abhishek Banerjee. The posters, displayed in various parts of southern Kolkata, have sparked speculation about internal dynamics within the ruling party. The Controversial Posters The first set of posters, unveiled…
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has revealed that Bangladesh’s request for a meeting between its interim government’s Chief Adviser, Muhammad Yunus, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the upcoming BIMSTEC Summit is currently under consideration. The announcement was made during a Parliamentary Consultative Committee meeting on External Affairs held in New Delhi. Diplomatic Engagements…
Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist Bill Gates has praised India’s ambitious ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ initiative, highlighting its potential to transform the nation and positively impact the world. Speaking at a media event in New Delhi, Gates emphasized the significance of India’s development goals and its contributions to global progress. A Vision for Transformation The ‘Viksit Bharat…
Congress MP Jairam Ramesh has raised concerns over Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s absence from Manipur, even as a delegation of Supreme Court judges visited the violence-hit state. Speaking to the media on March 22, 2025, Ramesh welcomed the judges’ visit but questioned why the Prime Minister has not yet addressed the ongoing crisis in person….
