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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday responded to remarks by Samajwadi Party MP Dharmendra Yadav, stating that his responsibility is to work for all sections of society, regardless of caste. The exchange took place during a discussion in the Lok Sabha, where Yadav had alleged that despite belonging to the Other Backward Classes, the Prime Minister does not adequately represent the community’s interests. In response, Modi acknowledged his background but emphasised his commitment to inclusive governance. He noted that the Constitution guides his approach and highlighted that his position reflects the opportunities created by its framework. The debate…

New Delhi: An FIR has been registered against Anil Agarwal, chairman of Vedanta Group, along with several others following a fatal explosion at a power plant in Chhattisgarh that claimed 20 lives. The incident occurred on April 14 at the company’s facility in Singhitarai village in Sakti district, when a high pressure steam pipe connected to a boiler burst. The explosion caused severe burn injuries to multiple workers, resulting in 20 deaths and leaving at least 16 others injured. According to police officials, the case has been registered under provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including charges related to causing…

Team Goemkarponn Panaji: Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Friday called for stronger promotion of Goan cuisine and enhanced support for women-led self-help groups while inaugurating the G-Food Fest at Dona Paula under the Goa State Rural Livelihood Mission. Addressing the gathering, Sawant urged caterers and hospitality stakeholders to prioritise traditional Goan dishes in their menus, promoting “G-Food” over cuisines from other states. He highlighted that food prepared by rural women is not only culturally significant but also healthy and organic. Emphasising sustainable food practices, the Chief Minister encouraged citizens to adopt healthier diets, suggesting jackfruit-based vegan alternatives as substitutes…

New Delhi: US President Donald Trump has congratulated veteran diplomat Taranjit Singh Sandhu on his appointment as the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, highlighting his contributions to strengthening India United States relations. In a public message, Trump described Sandhu as a seasoned diplomat who has consistently demonstrated strong commitment to enhancing bilateral ties between the two countries. He also expressed confidence in Sandhu’s ability to contribute to Delhi’s development while continuing to foster global engagement. Sandhu, who served as India’s Ambassador to the United States from 2020 to 2024, played a key role during a period marked by expanding cooperation between…

New Delhi: Madhya Pradesh’s soybean sector is facing a severe downturn despite strong production, as global disruptions linked to tensions involving Iran and the United States begin to impact demand. The state, which contributes nearly half of India’s soybean output, is witnessing declining exports and mounting pressure on farmers. The ongoing conflict in West Asia has disrupted key shipping routes, significantly affecting the export of soymeal, a major agricultural commodity used in poultry and livestock feed. Export volumes are projected to drop sharply, falling from 93,000 tonnes in February to around 40,000 to 50,000 tonnes in March, with further decline…

New Delhi: Amid ongoing geopolitical tensions in West Asia, the Government of India has reported that more than 10 lakh passengers have travelled from the region to India since late February, reflecting large scale movement during the uncertain situation. At the same time, authorities have stepped up measures to ensure stability across essential sectors, particularly energy and transportation. The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has confirmed that supplies of key fuels, including domestic LPG, PNG, and CNG for transport, remain fully uninterrupted across the country. To manage demand effectively, priority distribution has been extended to critical sectors such as…

Team Goemkarponn Vasco: Transport Minister Mauvin Godinho on Friday inspected the ongoing construction of the Dabolim flyover along with officials from the Public Works Department Goa, National Highways authorities, and MVR, reviewing the progress of a key infrastructure project in South Goa. Following the inspection, the Minister said that one side of the flyover is likely to be opened for public use by the end of May, or by early June at the latest, depending on the completion of pending works. He noted that the partial opening is expected to significantly ease traffic congestion and reduce inconvenience for daily commuters…