States

PM’s 3-Nation visit to Jordan, Ethiopia, Oman will deepen trade, economic pacts : FIEO

13 Dec 2025 | 5:01 PM

Chennai, Dec 13 (UNI) The Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) today
welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s three-nation visit to the Jordan, Ethiopia
and Oman from December 15-18 and said it was a significant opportunity to deepen
trade and economic partnerships and support Indian exporters in accessing new
markets and diversifying trade routes.

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Nitish asks police to carry out their responsibilities with integrity, discipline

13 Dec 2025 | 4:57 PM

Rajgir, Dec 13 ( UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Saturday directed the police to carry out their responsibilities with integrity and discipline in view of their vital role in maintaining law and order in society.

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Tripura CM announces to win all 28 seats in upcoming ADC poll

13 Dec 2025 | 4:56 PM

Agartala, Dec 13 (UNI) Tripura Chief Minister Dr Manik Saha on Saturday claimed that BJP would, from now on, factor in the 20 Assembly seats reserved for Scheduled Tribes in its electoral seat calculations, demonstrating a strong belief in the party’s increasing backing among indigenous communities.

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BJP leader Bhanu Pratap Shahi raises concern over alleged Bangladeshi infiltration in Jamtara

13 Dec 2025 | 4:52 PM

Jamtara, Dec 13 ( UNI ) BJP leader Bhanu Pratap Shahi, who arrived in Jamtara on Saturday, made a strong statement regarding alleged Bangladeshi infiltration in parts of Jharkhand. He claimed that the number of Bangladeshi infiltrators in Jamtara, Madhupur, and Pakur has crossed 50,000.

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Light snowfall returns to Lahaul-Spiti after prolonged dry spell

13 Dec 2025 | 4:48 PM

Shimla, Dec 13 (UNI) High reaches of Lahaul-Spiti and parts of Chamba received light rainfall and snowfall, marking a marginal shift in weather after a prolonged dry spell on Saturday.

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'LDF transformed into corrupt regime', Venugopal sees UDF sweep in 2026 polls

13 Dec 2025 | 4:44 PM

New Delhi, Dec 13 (UNI) Congress leader KC Venugopal on Saturday said the recent local body election results in Kerala are a sign of a massive sweep for the United Democratic Front (UDF) in the coming 2026 Assembly elections.

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Tableaux on streets of Varanasi on fourth anniversary of Kashi Vishwanath Dham

13 Dec 2025 | 4:42 PM

Varanasi, Dec 13 (UNI) The bravery of the army, the pride of the women's cricket team and the development of Kashi were showcased during a religious procession on the occassion of the 4th anniversary of Kashi Vishwanath Dham here on Saturday.

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2,000 km long Navy Protsahan Yatra 2025 concludes

13 Dec 2025 | 4:41 PM

Chennai, Dec 13 (UNI) The Indian Navy’s Protsahan Yatra, a powerful nine-day
expedition covering over 2,000 km, concluded its epic journey today, returning
to INS Adyar, Chennai.

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Raj Thackeray slams Maharashtra Govt over child abductions, inaction

13 Dec 2025 | 4:37 PM

Mumbai, Dec 13 (UNI) Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray has written a strongly worded letter on Saturday to Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, sharply criticising the state government over a range of issues, from the rising cases of child abductions and missing children to alleged land grabbing, administrative inaction, and the absence of ministers in the legislature. .

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Fadnavis hits Congress over MGNREGA renaming, praises Modi Govt’s reforms

13 Dec 2025 | 4:37 PM

Nagpur, Dec 13 (UNI) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday launched a sharp attack on the Congress party for questioning the Centre’s decision to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), asserting that the move will bring positive outcomes for rural development and employment.
Addressing reporters during an event here, Fadnavis dismissed the Opposition’s criticism as predictable and unworthy of serious attention, saying Congress opposes the government even when its policies benefit the people.

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Mayhem at Kolkata's Yuva Bharati Stadium as fans indulge in rampant violence over Messi's brief stay

13 Dec 2025 | 4:34 PM

Kolkata, Dec 13 (UNI) It was a virtual mayhem at the giant Salt Lake stadium (Yuva Bharati Krirangan), as irate fans indulged in large-scale vandalism to vent their frustration on Saturday over their inability to catch a proper glimpse of soccer magician Lionel Messi, despite having shelled out astronomical amounts for tickets to see their favourite hero from up close.

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TN Industries Min unveils TN visionary roadmap at UEF Trade Summit

13 Dec 2025 | 4:33 PM

Chennai, Dec 13 (UNI) Tamil Nadu Industries and Investment Promotion Minister
TRB Rajaa inaugurated the three-day United Economic Forum (UEF) Trade
Summit 2025 and unveiled the visionary roadmap for ‘Unnatha Tamizhagam
– 4Tn for TN by 2047.’
Speaking at the event, Mr. Ahmed Buhari, Founder, Coastal Energen, Coal and
Oil Group, President, UEF said, '4Tn for TN is not just a dream for the state but
for all, a 10X grrowth.

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Maha to establish world’s largest 1,200-acre agricultural market near Mumbai

13 Dec 2025 | 4:28 PM

Nagpur, Dec 13 (UNI) In a landmark move for the state’s agricultural sector, the Maharashtra government has given the green light for the development of a 1,200-acre, world-class agricultural market near either Panvel or Vadhavan port.

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TN records all time high of 16 pc GSDP growth, emerges Numero Uno in India : Stalin

13 Dec 2025 | 4:24 PM

Chennai, Dec 13 (UNI) Creating an all time record, Tamil Nadu recorded a historic
sky high 16 per cent GSDP growth, pushing other major states behind and emerged
as the Numero Uno state in India.

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Post-Article 370, terror victim families have found new courage to speak without fear: LG Manoj Sinha

13 Dec 2025 | 4:20 PM

Srinagar, Dec 13 (UNI) Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said that after the abrogation of Article 370 in 2019 families of terror victims have found new courage and self-confidence , enabling them to speak out against the terror ecosystem without fear.

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