Logo

Lok Sabha

In line with PM Modi’s fuel conservation push Om Birla rationalises official convoy

In a symbolic move aimed at promoting fuel conservation and encouraging greater administrative austerity, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has reduced the number of vehicles used in his official convoy, aligning with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent appeal for responsible energy consumption amid growing concerns over fuel usage and rising import dependence.

MGNREGA dues in E Burdwan climbs to Rs 1300cr

Apart from the hefty MGNREGA wage dues, the unpaid money still remaining to be disbursed in favour of the vendors over the years, has reached a whopping Rs 1,300cr in East Burdwan.