New Delhi: To maintain national highways, the center has approved Rs 9,599 crore.

The government has approved significant investments in maintaining the National Highway (NH) network, including short-term maintenance contracts (STMC) for 17,884 km and performance-based maintenance contracts (PBMC) for 6,118 km, with a total cost of Rs 9,599 crore in the current fiscal year (FY25). The government is also focusing on road safety, with the rectification of over 5,000 black spots and the installation of an Advanced Traffic Management System (ATMS) on four-lane and above NHs to improve incident response and road safety. Additionally, 1,310 NH projects covering 31,187 km, costing Rs 8.11 lakh crore, are currently under construction across the country.

Mutual awareness of one another’s problems, interests, To Yunus, PM Modi writes.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in a letter to Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor to Bangladesh’s interim government, highlighted the importance of mutual sensitivity when referencing the Bangladesh Liberation War, emphasizing it as a “shared history.” He congratulated Bangladesh on its National Day and reiterated India’s commitment to advancing bilateral relations, driven by common aspirations for peace, stability, and prosperity. President Droupadi Murmu also extended her warm greetings, reaffirming India’s support for a democratic and progressive Bangladesh. The relationship between the two countries has faced tensions, particularly following the political changes in Bangladesh, but both nations continue to engage diplomatically on issues of mutual concern.

Punjab gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria being transferred under heavy security to Silchar Central Jail in Assam.

Punjab Gangster Jaggu Bhagwanpuria Shifted to Silchar Jail Under PIT NDPS Act

Punjab gangster-cum-drug lord Jaggu Bhagwanpuria has been transferred from Bathinda Central Jail to Silchar Central Jail, Assam under the PIT NDPS Act, 1988. Accused in 128 criminal cases, including drug trafficking, extortion, and arms smuggling, Bhagwanpuria is also linked to the murder of singer Sidhu Moosewala. Authorities believe his transnational network spans Pakistan, Canada, and the US, orchestrating narcotics trade from behind bars. This high-security transfer, executed by the NCB and Punjab Police, aims to break his criminal syndicate and curb his influence over organized crime in Punjab and beyond.

BREAKING: TRUMP THREATENS CANADA WITH 50% TARIFFS, PROPOSES ANNEXATION AS 51ST STATE! 🚨

In a dramatic escalation of tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a 50% tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum, effective March 12, 2025, in response to Ontario’s high electricity tariffs on the U.S. Trump also issued an ultimatum to Canada: either drop its “outrageous” tariffs on U.S. dairy and prepare for additional auto tariffs, or face the prospect of becoming the United States’ 51st state. This bold move has sparked outrage from Canadian leaders, who see it as a direct threat to their sovereignty, while markets react with significant declines. The situation is rapidly escalating, signaling the potential for one of the most intense trade confrontations in U.S.-Canada history.

India’s 78th Independence Day: Independence or Just Transfer of Power?

As India celebrates its 78th Independence Day, we must ask ourselves: Have we truly achieved independence, or was it merely a transfer of power? Despite decades of freedom, India’s legal systems, linguistic dominance, and communal divides still bear the imprint of British colonial rule. This article delves into the dark legacy of Partition, the persistence of colonial influence, and the unspoken tragedies that continue to challenge the notion of true independence.