September 25, 2026 1:41 PM

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Make in India marks 12 years; PM Modi highlights key achievements

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today highlighted the achievements of the ‘Make in India’ initiative as it marks 12 years. In a social media post, Mr Modi said that the initiative has led to more being made in India, more investment in India, and more exports from India. He noted that this transformati...

September 25, 2026 1:39 PM

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US, Iran exploring phased deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, say reports

The United States and Iran are reportedly exploring a phased path to end their conflict, with Iran proposing to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in return for the lifting of the US blockade and other economic measures. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran had conveyed a proposal through in...

September 25, 2026 12:45 PM

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EAM Jaishankar holds series of bilateral meetings with foreign leaders & ministers on sidelines of 81st UN General Assembly in New York

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held a series of bilateral meetings with foreign leaders and ministers yesterday on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, discussing bilateral ties, regional developments and global challenges. Dr Jaishankar began the day by me...

September 25, 2026 12:44 PM

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Continuous heavy rainfall triggers landslide in Sikkim’s Gyalshing district

A major landslide triggered by continuous heavy rainfall has damaged several houses in Rimbi village of Sikkim’s Gyalshing district. The incident occurred last night, with several houses, including government accommodations, either destroyed or extensively damaged. Officials said there was no loss o...

September 25, 2026 12:40 PM

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IMD forecasts scattered rainfall over West Bengal

The Alipore Weather Office of the IMD forecast scattered rainfall over the districts of West Bengal today, with East and West Medinipur, Bankura, Purulia, Paschim Bardhaman, and Birbhum districts may experience heavy rainfall. Winds with speeds of 40km to 50 km/h with sporadic rainfall are forecast ...