Archives for August, 2026 - Page 2
Rijiju’s hint at special Parliament session triggers political exchange
New Delhi, The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) on Saturday backed Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju's indication that a special session of the Parliament could be convened, while the Opposition hit…
US clears plan to scrap H-1B job-loss window
Washington, The Trump administration has completed its review of a proposal to eliminate the discretionary 60-day grace period available to H-1B and other foreign professionals after their employment ends, potentially…
Four more Indian nationals rescued in Nepal, 120 cross safely from China: MEA
New Delhi, The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Saturday stated that four more Indian nationals were rescued from a hydropower project in Nepal's Rasuwa, bringing the total number of…
Govt committed to taking Chhattisgarh’s sporting talent to global platforms: CM Vishnu Deo Sai
Raipur, Aug 29: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai honoured 126 outstanding players and coaches with State Sports Awards for three consecutive years (2023-24, 2024-25, and 2025-26) at a ceremony…
2nd Test: Honestly nothing could be done differently, says Shubman Gill after draw in Colombo
Colombo, India captain Shubman Gill insisted his team gave everything it had on the field and expressed no regrets over his tactical decisions after Sri Lanka mounted a heroic rearguard…
Sensex, Nifty post notable losses over global tensions
Mumbai, The Indian equity markets posted notable losses on Thursday, as lack of progress in negotiations surrounding the Strait of Hormuz eroded investor optimism. At the closing bell, the Sensex…
285 Indian nationals still uncontactable, 54 rescued after Nepal flash floods: MEA
Kathmandu, Aug 27 (IANS) The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday evening that 285 Indian nationals remain out of contact following the flash floods in Nepal while a…
Khelo India Samvad at NIT Raipur, youth discuss sports, nation-building
Raipur, (VW) Deputy Chief Minister and Sports and Youth Welfare Minister Arun Sao attended the Khelo India Samvad programme at the National Institute of Technology (NIT), Raipur, on Thursday, where…
Chhattisgarh announces state sports awards for 82 athletes, coaches for 2023–26
Raipur, Aug 26: Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai will confer the Chhattisgarh State Sports Awards on 82 athletes, coaches, and umpires at a ceremony scheduled at the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay…
Chhattisgarh committed to safety, empowerment of women: CM Vishnu Deo Sai
Raipur, Aug 26: Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Wednesday stated that the respect, safety, and empowerment of women form the foundation of a prosperous Chhattisgarh. Addressing the ‘Raksha Bandhan…