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Committed to make India developed nation by 2047: Joshi

India progressing fast under PM Modi's leadership: Joshi. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi said all should contribute to nation's progress. He highlighted Union govt's welfare schemes, including Ujjwala, Ayushman Bharat, Kisan Credit Card, MUDRA, PM Awas. 2.7 lakh farmers received grants under PM Krishi Samman Nidhi. Participants screened by health dept.…

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023

'I shouldn't have…': Gautam Gambhir explains controversial gesture during Asia Cup

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir, a key member of the 2011 World Cup-winning team, has addressed his controversial gesture during an Asia Cup match in September.

The Times of India · Dec 9, 2023

1st T20I: Suryakumar Yadav wants Team India to play 'fearless cricket' against South Africa

NEW DELHI: Leading the side in place of the injured Hardik Pandya, captain Suryakumar Yadav on Saturday expressed his satisfaction with India's performance against Australia and urged his squad to play "fearless cricket" in the forthcoming three-match T20 series against the Proteas.

The Times of India · Dec 9, 2023

England beat India by four wickets: second women’s T20 international – as it happened

India were bowled out for 80 before Alice Capsey top-scored with 25 to secure a series win for England

The Guardian - UK · Dec 9, 2023

This winter, Kolkata is set for a series of events on harmony, and heritage

Kolkata-based initiative KYN is holding a series of events to promote communal harmony and celebrate India's diversity. Events include 'Diversity Utsav', 'Port Walk', 'Beyond Park Street Walk', 'Science Heritage Walk' and a study tour to Murshidabad. Aim is to educate young about India's diversity and spread message that human rights…

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023

'In two or three series, we'll get to know...': Pragyan Ojha on India's combination for T20 World Cup

NEW DELHI: Former Indian cricketer Pragyan Ojha has expressed his belief that the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) management and selectors may take two or three more tournaments to thoroughly assess the squad ahead of the T20 World Cup in 2024.

The Times of India · Dec 9, 2023

India to be $5 trillion economy by end of 2025: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on December 9 said India will become a $5 trillion economy by the end of 2025. Addressing the valedictory session of the Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit in Dehradun, Mr. Shah said India has grown exponentially on every front over the past one decade due to…

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023

T.N. plays a pivotal role in development of India, says Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal

Tamil Nadu's rich culture and heritage encourages India's development, said Union Minister Sonowal in Mayiladuthurai. He highlighted Union govt's initiatives to uplift people living below poverty line & distributed loan assistance to beneficiaries & women SHG members.

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023

Indian javelin star Neeraj Chopra hungry for more Olympic glory in 2024

Chopra talks to Al Jazeera about his ‘rollercoaster’ year, his passion for the javelin, and his dreams for Paris 2024.

Al Jazeera · Dec 9, 2023

India’s import of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients and Key Starting Material from other countries including China grew: Ministry

Imports of bulk drugs/APIs from China grew from ₹23,273 cr in 2021-22 to ₹25,551 cr in 2022-23. Government has taken steps to reduce reliance on China for APIs and other pharma products. Health Ministry has encouraged indigenous manufacturing of drugs with a ₹3,000 cr scheme. Bulk Drug Parks approved in…

The Hindu · Dec 9, 2023