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India-New Zealand FTA a ‘once-in-a-generation opportunity’, says PM Luxon

April 29, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon on Wednesday described the India-New Zealand free trade agreement (FTA) as a “once-in-a-generation opportunity”, saying the deal would boost jobs, raise wages and expand opportunities for New Zealand businesses. In a video message shared on X, Luxon highlighted India’s growing economic weight and said the agreement would […]

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PM Modi inaugurates 594-km Ganga Expressway in UP, calls it new lifeline of development

April 29, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday inaugurated the 594-km access-controlled greenfield Ganga Expressway in Hardoi, describing it as a transformative infrastructure project and a “new lifeline” for Uttar Pradesh’s development. Addressing a public gathering, PM Modi said that just as Maa Ganga has been a lifeline for Uttar Pradesh and the country for […]

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NSO Survey: India Sees Better Access, Lower Healthcare Costs

April 29, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: NSO 80th Round Survey on Household Social Consumption on Health Highlights Transformative Progress in India’s Healthcare System. NSO Survey Highlights Improved Healthcare Access Across India. Median Healthcare Spending Remains Low, Indicating Reduced Financial Burden. Zero Median Outpatient Expenditure in Public Health Facilities Reflects Widespread Access to Free Essential Healthcare Services. Out-Of-Pocket Expenditure (OOPE) […]

Union Minister of Labour and Employment, Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya addresses the 2nd edition of the Auroville Literature Festival

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Share of females in India’s labour force jumped from 23.3 pc to 40 pc in 7 years: Mandaviya

April 29, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya highlighted on Tuesday that the female labour force participation rate in India has jumped from 23.3 per cent in 2017–18 to 40 per cent in 2025 — reflecting the increasing empowerment of women in the country. Addressing the ‘SwigStree: Celebrating Women on the Move,’ an event organised by food […]

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Rajasthan’s Census 2027: Self-enumeration from May 1-15, door-to-door survey from May 16 to June 14

April 29, 2026 revoi editor

Jaipur [Rajasthan]: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma announced that the state will commence the Census 2027 process from May 1, urging citizens to actively participate and provide accurate information. According to the CMO, the Chief Minister said that from May 1 to May 15, 2026, citizens will be able to complete self-enumeration, while from May […]

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EAM Jaishankar meets Ecuadorian counterpart, discusses ways to deepen ties

April 29, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar met his Ecuadorian counterpart, Gabriela Sommerfeld, on Wednesday and discussed ways to enhance cooperation in key sectors such as trade, agriculture and capacity building. In a post on X, Jaishankar said, “Pleased to welcome FM Gabriela Sommerfeld Rosero of Ecuador, who is on her first visit to […]

Business

Gold, silver trade on firm note ahead of US Fed decision

April 29, 2026 revoi editor

Mumbai: Gold and silver traded on a firm note on Wednesday ahead of the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, with both precious metals trading in a narrow range. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold contracts for June 5 opened at Rs 1,50,720 per 10 grams, up Rs 693 or 0.46 per cent from […]

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Gujarat to set up tourist police stations in three districts to enhance visitor safety

April 29, 2026 revoi editor

Gandhinagar: Gujarat will establish dedicated tourist police stations in three key districts as part of a wider effort to improve safety and services for visitors, following a high-level review chaired by State Police Chief Dr K.L.N. Rao. The meeting, convened to enhance the security, convenience and overall experience of tourists at major destinations, resolved to […]

Elections

West Bengal Polls: Nearly 40% Turnout Recorded by 11 AM in Phase 2 Voting

April 29, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: West Bengal recorded a voter turnout of 39.97 per cent till 11 am on Wednesday as polling for 142 Assembly seats in the second phase continued across the state. According to the Election Commission of India, Purba Bardhaman reported the highest turnout at 44.50 per cent, followed closely by Hooghly with 43.12 per […]

Important Stories

FIFA chief Infantino lauds PM Modi’s football session in Sikkim

April 29, 2026 revoi editor

New Delhi: FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Wednesday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s passion for sports, sharing a photograph of the PM engaging in a game of football with children in Sikkim. On Tuesday, PM Modi joined his “young friends” for a game of football in Gangtok, Sikkim, calling it a lovely morning and an […]