Culture and modernity can coexist, says RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabale

April 24, 2026 1:21 PM

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Culture and modernity can coexist, says RSS leader Dattatreya Hosabale

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale has described the RSS as a volunteer-driven movement rooted in India’s cultural and civilisational ethos. Speaking at an interactive session at the New India Conference organised by the Hudson Institute in Washington, D.C., Mr H...

UAE to shift 50% of government services to AI within two years

April 24, 2026 1:14 PM

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UAE to shift 50% of government services to AI within two years

The United Arab Emirates plans to shift 50 percent of government services onto artificial intelligence within two years as part of a sweeping overhaul of its public‑sector machinery. The move, announced by Vice President and Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, will apply to around ...

TTAADC oath-taking ceremony to be held on April 27 at Khumulwng Council Bhavan

April 24, 2026 12:32 PM

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TTAADC oath-taking ceremony to be held on April 27 at Khumulwng Council Bhavan

The oath-taking ceremony of the newly elected members of the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council (TTAADC) will be held on Monday, April 27, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Council Bhavan in Khumulwng. On the same day, during the Council session, the Chairman and the Chief Executive Member wi...

Severe heatwave grips Odisha; IMD issues yellow alert in multiple districts

April 24, 2026 12:28 PM

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Severe heatwave grips Odisha; IMD issues yellow alert in multiple districts

Odisha is reeling under a severe heatwave, with temperatures crossing 40°C in several districts. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued yellow warnings in many districts, citing intense heat coupled with high humidity. Jharsuguda has recorded one of the highest temperatures of about 45...

MEA Secretary (West) Sibi George meets UN Counter-Terrorism chief Alexandre Zouev

April 24, 2026 11:52 AM

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MEA Secretary (West) Sibi George meets UN Counter-Terrorism chief Alexandre Zouev

Secretary (West) in the Ministry of External Affairs, Sibi George, met the United Nations Acting Under-Secretary-General for Counter-Terrorism, Alexandre Zouev. In a social media post, External Affairs Ministry said that during their meeting, they discussed India’s strong cooperation with the United...

PM Narendra Modi to address 133rd episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday at 11 AM

April 24, 2026 11:40 AM

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PM Narendra Modi to address 133rd episode of Mann Ki Baat on Sunday at 11 AM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will share his thoughts with the people of the country and abroad in the Mann Ki Baat programme on Akashvani at 11 a.m. on Sunday. It will be the 133rd episode of the monthly radio programme.   The programme will be broadcast across the entire Akashvani and Doordarshan n...

Centre disburses ₹7,981 crore for Scheduled Caste students’ education support
The Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar addressing a Press Briefing on India’s Cultural Renaissance and tourism department at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, in New Delhi on December 17, 2025.

April 24, 2026 11:31 AM

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Centre disburses ₹7,981 crore for Scheduled Caste students’ education support

The government has disbursed over ₹7,981 crore to more than 75 lakh Scheduled Caste students in 2025–26 to support their education and empowerment. Social Justice and Empowerment Minister Dr Virendra Kumar said that the government is committed to ensuring inclusive development and social justice for...

Italy rules out replacing Iran at FIFA World Cup after US suggestion

April 24, 2026 11:25 AM

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Italy rules out replacing Iran at FIFA World Cup after US suggestion

Italy sports official said it is not interested in a suggestion to replace Iran national football team at the upcoming FIFA World Cup, after remarks by a US official linked to the Donald Trump administration. Italian Sports Minister Andrea Abodi said such a move was neither possible nor appropriate,...