State News

  • Rekha Gupta Sworn in as Delhi’s New Chief Minister

    Rekha Gupta, a first-time MLA from Shalimar Bagh, has been sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Delhi, becoming the fourth woman to hold this position after Sushma Swaraj, Sheila Dikshit, and Atishi. The oath-taking ceremony was administered by...

    Last updated on February 20th, 2025 01:21 pm
  • Arunachal Cabinet Unveils Key Schemes for Women, Youth & Development

    The Arunachal Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Pema Khandu, has announced a series of comprehensive initiatives aimed at empowering women, supporting youth, and fostering state development. These decisions were made during the fourth outdoor cabinet meeting at Nyapin’s Mini...

    Last updated on February 20th, 2025 10:28 am
  • Jharkhand Govt Prohibits Gutkha, Pan Masala for a Year

    The Jharkhand government has imposed a one-year ban on the sale, manufacture, storage, and distribution of gutkha and pan masala across the state. The Health and Family Welfare Department issued a notification enforcing the ban under Section 30 (2) (a)...

    Last updated on February 20th, 2025 10:24 am
  • Rekha Gupta Named Delhi’s New Chief Minister

    Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and Shalimar Bagh MLA Rekha Gupta has been appointed as the new Chief Minister of Delhi, marking the BJP's return to power after 27 years. The party secured a clear majority with 44 out of...

    Last updated on February 19th, 2025 08:28 pm
  • Uttarakhand Officer Leverages Technology to Prevent Forest Fires

    In an effort to combat increasing forest fires, an Indian Forest Service (IFoS) officer from Uttarakhand, Vaibhav Singh, has developed an advanced Forest Fire App. Inspired by technologies used in Canada, Australia, and South Africa, this innovative tool significantly enhances...

    Last updated on February 19th, 2025 06:56 pm
  • Kerala Leads in Scientific Disposal of Expired Medicines

    In a significant step toward environmental sustainability and public health, Kerala is set to become the first state in India to scientifically collect and dispose of expired and unused medicines from households. The Kerala Drugs Control Department will officially launch...

    Last updated on February 19th, 2025 02:08 pm
  • Madhya Pradesh Unveils India’s First GCC Policy

    Madhya Pradesh has taken a major step in India's economic landscape by introducing the country's first dedicated Global Capability Centers (GCC) Policy 2025. This initiative aims to attract multinational corporations by creating a strong ecosystem for global innovation and collaboration,...

    Last updated on February 18th, 2025 10:31 am
  • Karnataka Tops Local Governance; UP Rises 10 Places

    Karnataka has topped the 2024 Local Governance Performance Index, a significant milestone in the state’s growth and development. The Local Governance Performance Index evaluates various aspects such as local body management, finances, capacity building, and accountability. Karnataka's strong performance highlights...

    Last updated on February 17th, 2025 10:09 am
  • Lam Research to Invest ₹10,000 Crore in Karnataka’s Semiconductor Industry

    Lam Research, a leading American semiconductor equipment manufacturer, has announced an investment of over ₹10,000 crore in Karnataka. The announcement was made at the Global Investors Meet: Invest Karnataka 2025, held at Bangalore Palace on February 12, 2025. This move...

    Last updated on February 15th, 2025 11:42 am
  • Govt Approves Nilgai Culling in Haryana

    The Haryana government has recently introduced new Wildlife (Protection) Rules allowing the shooting of male Nilgais, also known as blue bulls. This decision aims to address the growing human-wildlife conflict, particularly the damage Nilgais cause to agriculture. However, it has...

    Last updated on February 15th, 2025 10:35 am