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Marking International Women’s Day, the fourth edition of the Purple Ride — a motorcycle rally aimed at promoting women’s preventive healthcare — was held in the city on Saturday in collaboration with Apollo Hospitals.The rally, founded by Dr. Roshan Reddy Nadikattu, brought together over 1,000 motorcyclists who rode through the city to spread awareness on the importance of early health screening and preventive care for women. The ride began at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, and was flagged off by Dr. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director of Apollo Hospitals. The rally…

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# Says Iran finally agreed to give peace a chance; proposes Delhi, Istanbul and Washington DC as venues for dialogue between Iran, Israel and the United States International peace advocate and President of the Global Peace Initiative, Dr. K. A. Paul, on Friday met Dr Abdul Majid Hakeem Ilahi, representative of late Ayatollah Khamenei’s and Iranian Ambassador Mohammed Fathali in New Delhi and called for an immediate ceasefire amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. The meeting was held at the Iranian Culture House on Tilak Marg at 2.25 PM…

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To promote women’s empowerment and inclusivity in toll operations, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has deployed more than 5,100 female staff during day shifts to manage toll booths at over 1,140 toll plazas across the National Highways and Expressway network in the country.   The initiative aims to enhance the overall user experience for highway commuters by creating a more efficient, empathetic, and user-friendly environment at toll plazas. The presence of women staff in frontline roles is also expected to reduce disputes and improve service delivery during toll…

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Indian Railways continues to play a crucial role in supporting the country’s economic activity by ensuring efficient transportation of essential commodities such as coal, steel, fertilizers, cement, food grains and containers. Freight operations in February 2026 recorded steady growth compared with the same period last year, reflecting the sustained demand for rail-based logistics across sectors.   During February 2026, Indian Railways carried 137.72 million tonnes of freight, registering a 3.96% increase compared to 132.48 million tonnes in February 2025. Freight revenue during the month stood at ₹14,571.99 crore, up from…

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The Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, laid the foundation stones for India’s first riverine lighthouses along the Brahmaputra River on National Waterway 2 (NW-2). The initiative aims to enhance navigation safety and improve infrastructure on the important inland waterway.   The proposed riverine lighthouses will help guide vessels navigating the Brahmaputra, particularly during night and low-visibility conditions, thereby strengthening inland water transport in the region. The project is expected to support safer movement of cargo and passenger vessels while boosting trade and connectivity in the Northeast.…

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Mizoram achieved a significant milestone in its efforts to strengthen food security with the arrival of the first-ever Food Corporation of India (FCI) food grain train at the newly operational Sairang Railway Station . The train, consisting of 42 wagons, transported approximately 25,900 quintals of rice all the way from Punjab . This historic delivery was received by Mizoram's Food Minister B. Lalchhanzova and Rajya Sabha MP K. Vanlalvena, who is also the FCI Mizoram Consultative Chairman   This successful rail delivery marks a turning point for Mizoram's supply chain.…

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# Addressing a press conference he said, millions of Indians in the Middle East face serious risks amid escalating military strikes and calls for urgent national and diplomatic action Amid the ongoing US–Israel–Iran war, world’s most popular evangelist and Founder of the Global Peace Initiative Dr. K. A. Paul, addressed a press conference today at Andhra Bhawan, New Delhi,urging Prime Minister Narendra Modi to convene an immediate all-party meeting to safeguard nearly 1 crore Indians currently living and working in the Middle East. Dr. Paul said the safety of Indian…

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Introduction of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology has brought significant improvements to the livelihoods of fishing communities in Car Nicobar, enabling safer navigation, increased fish catch and enhanced income generation.   The initiative has been implemented by the Central Island Agricultural Research Institute (CIARI) under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) as part of its Science for Equity, Empowerment and Development (SEED) programme.   Under the programme, GPS devices have been distributed among local Nicobarese fishers along with training in navigation and modern fishing techniques. The technology enables fishermen…

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The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed two capital acquisition contracts worth Rs 5,083 crore to strengthen the maritime capabilities of the Indian Coast Guard and the Indian Navy.   The first contract, valued at Rs 2,901 crore, has been signed with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for procurement of six Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) Mk-III (Maritime Role) for the Indian Coast Guard. The helicopters will be equipped with state-of-the-art avionics and sensors, enhancing the Coast Guard’s capability in maritime surveillance, search and rescue, coastal security and protection of offshore assets.…

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Shri B.P. Singh has assumed charge as the Director General of Naval Armament (DGNA), marking a significant milestone in his distinguished career in defence services.   As Director General of Naval Armament, Shri B.P. Singh will be responsible for overseeing armament inspection, quality assurance, and technical support for the Indian Navy’s weapon systems and ammunition. The appointment underscores the Government’s continued focus on strengthening indigenous defence capabilities and ensuring operational readiness of naval platforms.   Prior to taking over the present assignment, Shri B.P. Singh held several key appointments in…

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