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April 15, 2025 1:52 PM April 15, 2025 1:52 PM

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India’s Haj quota increases by nearly 40,000 from 2014 to 2025

India's Haj quota has been increased from 1 lakh 36 thousand in 2014 to 1 lakh 75 thousand in 2025. In a social media post, the Ministry of Minority Affairs said it is managing the arrangements through the Haj Committee of India for over 1 lakh 22 thousand pilgrims this year under the main quota. Th...

April 15, 2025 1:50 PM April 15, 2025 1:50 PM

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India’s rooftop solar energy capacity to reach 25-30 GW by FY 2026-27

In a significant stride towards clean energy, India's rooftop solar power capacity is set to grow substantially, reaching an estimated 25-30 gigawatts by the next financial year. The expansion is driven by India’s broader energy transition goals, with solar power emerging as a central pillar in the ...

April 15, 2025 1:47 PM April 15, 2025 1:47 PM

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India’s WPI inflation declines to 2.05% in March 2025

India’s wholesale price index (WPI)-based inflation eased to 2.05 per cent in March 2025. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry said this in the data released today. The WPI inflation was at 2.38 per cent in February this year.   The annual inflation rate for Primary Articles in the WPI decline...

April 15, 2025 1:16 PM April 15, 2025 1:16 PM

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CBI arrests 4 in Digital Arrests case

Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has arrested four persons in view of their involvement in the Digital Arrests case. The arrests followed an extensive search operation at 12 locations across four states, including Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal and Rajasthan, as part of Operation Chakr...

April 15, 2025 12:59 PM April 15, 2025 12:59 PM

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PM Modi extends greetings on Himachal Diwas

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his greetings to the citizens of Himachal Pradesh on the occasion of Himachal Diwas. In a social media post, Mr. Modi wrote that the state is renowned for its glorious culture and its people are known for their hard work, talent and valor. He also wished for...

April 15, 2025 11:36 AM April 15, 2025 11:36 AM

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PM Modi extends greetings on Bengali New Year Poila Baishakh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings on the occasion of Bengali New Year, Poila Baishakh. In a social media post, the Prime Minister expressed hope that everyone's wishes would be fulfilled in the coming year. He also prayed for success, good health, prosperity, and happiness for all.

April 15, 2025 7:00 AM April 15, 2025 7:00 AM

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Constitution has stood test of time, made India strong & stable: Justice BR Gavai

Supreme Court Justice B R Gavai has said that the Constitution has stood the test of time and made the country strong, stable and united. He was speaking at the first 'Dr Ambedkar Memorial Lecture' organised at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi yesterday. Justice Gavai said that in the ...

April 14, 2025 9:44 PM April 14, 2025 9:44 PM

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Centre Drafts New Rules for Gas Meters Under  Legal Metrology Rules, 2011

The Centre has framed draft rules for Gas Meters under the Legal Metrology (General) Rules, 2011. Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution in a statement said that these rules make it mandatory for all gas meters used for domestic, commercial, and industrial purposes, to undergo te...