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Bihar CM woos investors with amended package, says govt.’s top priority is ensuring safety

Bihar CM woos investors with amended package, says govt.’s top priority is ensuring safety

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Bihar CM Samrat Choudhary addressing the business conclave organised by the Bihar Chamber of Commerce and Industries to mark its centenary, in Patna on Sunday. | Photo Credit: Special arrangement Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Sunday said ensuring the security of businessmen was his government’s top priority and people associated with industries in the State should maintain their confidence in the government. The Chief Minister said this while inaugurating the business conclave organised by the Bihar Chamber of Commerce and Industries to mark its centenary year. The theme of the event was ‘Business, Politics, and Development’. Addressing the gathering, Mr. Choudhary said the State government has formulated the ‘Bihar Industrial Investment Promotion Package-2025’ to attract private investment and boost industrial growth. “Amendments have already been made to this package; if the need arises, further amendments will be made. The two most essential prerequisites for establishing an industry are trust and security. We aspire to see maximum investment flow in Bihar,” he said. He added that the business community will face no hurdles in investing, and a large number of investors have already …

Delhi Gymkhana Club seeks meeting with Centre over eviction notice, says priority is uninterrupted operations

Delhi Gymkhana Club seeks meeting with Centre over eviction notice, says priority is uninterrupted operations

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The Delhi Gymkhana Club on Saturday informed its members through a notice that it had sought an urgent meeting with officials from the ministry of housing and urban affairs after the Union government directed the club to hand over its 27.3-acre premises to the land & development office (L&DO) by June 5. A car is seen entering the Delhi Gymkhana Club, in New Delhi. (PTI) Located in the centre of Lutyens’ Delhi, the club sits next to the Prime Minister’s residence on Lok Kalyan Marg. Established in 1913 as the Imperial Delhi Gymkhana Club, it was renamed after Independence and remains one of the country’s oldest elite institutional clubs. What Delhi Gymkhana Club said on govt order In a statement issued on Saturday, the club said it was looking to ensure uninterrupted functioning and had requested an urgent meeting with officials from the ministry of housing and urban affairs. The secretary said members had decided to send a letter to the ministry’s land & development office (L&DO) as the matter concerns both members and employees …

After Maoists, Counter-Intelligence is top priority for Modi government

After Maoists, Counter-Intelligence is top priority for Modi government

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Since the Narendra Modi government took over in 2014, India has been able to increase the cost of terrorism on Pakistan and perpetrators within by regularly busting terror modules or by military retaliation against camps across the border. PM Narendra Modi with Home Minister Amit Shah. However, one of the main focuses of the government since Amit Shah took over as Home Minister has been counter-intelligence (CI). Often neglected by the previous regimes, the national security establishment has put CI on the front burner by taking action on foreign intelligence, their networks and their operatives within India. Before this, there was hardly any check on western intelligence spreading their political and military tentacles within India apart from usual suspects—Pakistan’s ISI and Chinese MSS—penetrating the Indian society and social media. India’s security landscape has faced threats from multiple fronts over the last decade, not just at its borders but deep within its territory. Foreign actors have tried to infiltrate military zones using forged identities, built document fraud networks across multiple states and plant surveillance equipment inside …

Deepak Parekh Calls for Higher FDI in Banks, End to Priority Lending Norms

Deepak Parekh Calls for Higher FDI in Banks, End to Priority Lending Norms

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The government should allow banks greater freedom to choose where to lend and remove the limits on foreign direct investment (FDI) in the sector, Deepak Parekh, former chairman of the erstwhile Housing Development Finance Corporation (HDFC) said on Saturday. These changes, Parekh said, would help Indian banks grow in terms of asset size and make them attractive for foreign players — key for India’s economic growth. “I think it is time to allow banks greater freedom in choosing where they lend. Priority sector rules, as they stand today, belong to an era gone by. There is merit in completely opening up the foreign direct investment limits for private sector banks, and increasing FDI limits for public-sector banks from 29% currently to 49% at least,” Parekh said at the London Business School’s India Conclave held in Mumbai. “There are enough checks and balances through caps on voting rights and ownership limits. So, the RBI and the government should not be worried about opening up the sector,” Parekh further said, adding that this should be the next …

Time-bound redressal of people’s issues govt’s top priority: UP CM Yogi

Time-bound redressal of people’s issues govt’s top priority: UP CM Yogi

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Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday directed officials to ensure prompt, effective, and sensitive resolution of public grievances, reiterating that time-bound redressal of people’s problems remains the top priority of his government. UP CM Yogi Adityanath at Janata Darshan at Gorakhnath temple in Gorakhpur on April 17. (HT photo) Yogi interacted with over 200 people for the second consecutive day during a Janata Darshan event held at the Digvijay Nath auditorium on the Gorakhnath temple premises here. He advised people to remain patient and assured them that the government would sincerely consider their concerns. The CM personally listened to grievances, reviewed applications, and forwarded them to the concerned officials with clear instructions to resolve all complaints in a time-bound, impartial, and satisfactory manner. Several individuals sought financial assistance for medical treatment. In response, Yogi directed officials to promptly prepare estimates for advanced medical care for needy patients so that government funds could be released without delay. “No one’s treatment will stop due to lack of money,” he said. A significant number of women …

No fuel shortage, Centre increases LPG supply to priority sectors

No fuel shortage, Centre increases LPG supply to priority sectors

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The Centre on Thursday said fuel supplies across India remain stable, with petrol pumps and LPG distributorships functioning normally, while additional liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) has been released for priority sectors to meet rising demand, reported news agency IANS. The government also reiterated that all oil refineries are operating at high capacity with adequate crude oil inventories, ensuring uninterrupted availability of petrol and diesel across the country. Fuel Outlets Operating Smoothly, No Shortage Reported According to the official update, all fuel retail outlets are functioning without disruption, and no instances of supply shortages have been reported at petrol pumps or LPG distribution centres, reported IANS. Authorities urged citizens not to believe rumours regarding fuel scarcity, noting that supply chains remain robust and well-managed. Domestic LPG cylinder deliveries are continuing as scheduled, with the system operating normally across urban and rural areas. Increased LPG Allocation for Priority Groups To support essential consumption, the government has enhanced LPG allocation for priority sectors, including migrant workers. On Wednesday alone, more than 37,000 small 5 kg LPG cylinders were …

India, US review priority areas for co-development and co-production of defence equipment | India News

India, US review priority areas for co-development and co-production of defence equipment | India News

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3 min readNew DelhiMar 26, 2026 02:51 AM IST India and the US on Wednesday jointly reviewed various ongoing initiatives, identified priority areas for co-development and co-production of defence equipment, while reaffirming their commitment to enhancing military-to-military cooperation through joint exercises, training visits and strategic exchanges, the Ministry of Defence said in a post on X. It said that the 18th India-US Defence Policy Group meeting was held in New Delhi and Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and US Under Secretary of War for Policy Elbridge Colby co-chaired the talks. “Both sides reviewed ongoing initiatives, identified priority areas for co-development and co-production of defence equipment, and reaffirmed commitment to enhancing military-to-military cooperation through joint exercises, training visits and strategic exchanges,” the post stated. The meeting and Colby’s visit to India come amid the ongoing West Asia conflict. Within days of the war, a US submarine had sunk IRIS Dena, an Iranian warship, close to the Sri Lankan coast. US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, who was also present in the meeting, posted on X: “Our …

‘Whenever I think of humour, my first preference is Akshay Kumar,’ says Priyadarshan on his casting priority

‘Whenever I think of humour, my first preference is Akshay Kumar,’ says Priyadarshan on his casting priority

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Director Priyadarshan has called actor Akshay Kumar his first “preference” when it comes to Hindi comedy movies. Speaking with news agency ANI, Priyadarshan opened up about his casting process in the films, saying that he decides the actor after writing the script. He added that for humour, Akshay Kumar is his top choice due to both preference and comfort working with him. Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar earlier worked together in movies such as Bhagam Bhag, Hera Pheri and Garam Masala. Priyadarshan says Akshay Kumar is his first preference Priyadarshan said, “I think about my script first. Then I decide who is right for it. Whenever I think of humour, my first preference is Akshay. More than anything, it’s my comfort level of working with him.” Priyadarshan talks about his film Bhool Bhulaiya, his other films The director also reflected on the making of Bhool Bhulaiya and noted that the film was originally supposed to be a psychological thriller rather than a horror comedy. “No, we didn’t think about horror comedy when we made Bhool Bhulaiya. …

West Asia conflict hits ‘big fat Punjabi wedding’: Ludhiana fixes LPG quota, daughters’ marriages to get priority | Chandigarh News

West Asia conflict hits ‘big fat Punjabi wedding’: Ludhiana fixes LPG quota, daughters’ marriages to get priority | Chandigarh News

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3 min readLudhianaMar 19, 2026 03:57 PM IST With the wedding season set to kick off in Punjab on Baisakhi (April 13), the Ludhiana district administration Wednesday introduced a mandatory LPG quota for marriage functions. In a move to prioritise social welfare, the administration announced that weddings for daughters will receive top priority in the allotment of commercial cylinders. As per the guidelines, families organising weddings will be required to apply in advance, after which up to six 5-kg commercial LPG cylinders may be allotted for use, subject to the authorities’ verification of the function. The decision stems from a tightening supply of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) caused by the escalating conflict in West Asia, which has disrupted global energy logistics. It is also part of a larger effort to regulate LPG supply in the district. The fixed quota aims to streamline distribution amid limited supplies, but concerns persist about whether it is sufficient for large-scale Punjabi weddings. Responding to this, Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Poonam Singh, who also heads the district-level LPG distribution committee, …

Raashii Khanna raises alarm about the impact of West Asian conflict on films: ‘Will not be priority’

Raashii Khanna raises alarm about the impact of West Asian conflict on films: ‘Will not be priority’

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Actor Raashii Khanna is busy promoting her upcoming release, Ustaad Bhagat Singh. During an interview with Gulte during the film’s promotions, she spoke about the current conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran, commenting on the impact it could have on the film industry if the situation doesn’t de-escalate. (Also Read: ‘Same same but different’: Internet trolls Pawan Kalyan after spotting OG-like outfit in Ustaad Bhagat Singh trailer) Raashii Khanna says the inflation due to the West Asian conflict will affect how people watch films. Raashii Khanna raises alarm for the film industry Raashii was asked about the future of the film industry, and she said, “I was talking to a friend recently about the future of films. A war has begun, and I don’t know how people are realising that we’re going to face inflation in the future.” “After that, because there’s a shortage of money…Because I grew up in a middle-class family, I know films are like a luxury. When there’s no money, films will not be our first priority. Already, people are …