Referring to the additional powers given to central paramilitary forces to conduct searches, arrest suspects and make seizures up to an area of 50 km inside Indian territory from the International Border (IB) along India-Pakistan and India-Bangladesh borders, Border Security Force (BSF) on Thursday said that amendments in their operational […]
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China does not need to use force for Taiwan ‘reunification’:Vladimir Putin
Asserting that the military confrontation between China and Taiwan is unlikely, Russian President Vladimir Putin said Beijing does not need to use force in order to achieve the “reunification” of the self-ruled country. Speaking to CNBC at the Russian Energy Week conference in Moscow Wednesday, Putin said that China is capable of implementing the national objectives by increasing the economic […]
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No shortage of coal for electricity production, says Union Minister Pralhad Joshi
Amid concerns about a power crisis in the country, Union Minister of Coal Pralhad Joshi on Thursday assured that there would be no shortage of coal for electricity production. “There was shortage of coal due to rain and as coal import was ceased. We are supplying 2 million tonnes of coal since yesterday. […]
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Assam CM welcomes extension of BSF’s operational jurisdiction
The Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday welcomed the extension of the Border Security Force’s (BSF) operational jurisdiction in coordination with the state police and said that the move will serve as a “deterrent” for illegal infiltration. “Assam welcomes the extension of BSF’s operational jurisdiction. In coordination with […]
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PM Modi to virtually lay foundation stone of boys’ hostel in Surat tomorrow
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually perform the ‘Bhoomi Poojan’ ceremony of Hostel Phase-1 (Boys’ Hostel) constructed by Saurashtra Patel Seva Samaj in Gujarat’s Surat on Friday. In an official statement, the Prime Minister’s Office on Thursday said that the hostel building has residential facilities to accommodate around 1,500 students. […]
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Indian Army chief Gen Naravane meets Sri Lankan Prime Minister in Colombo
India’s Chief of Army Staff General MM Naravane on Thursday met Sri Lankan Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and discussed enhancing existing defence cooperation between India and Sri Lanka. Taking to Twitter, Additional Directorate General of Public Information- Indian Army said, “General MM Naravane #COAS called on Prime Minister of Sri […]
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Former ISI chief Faiz Hameed can become Pakistan Army head with Imran Khan’s support
Faiz Hameed, who was removed as the Director-General of the Inter-Services Intelligence and appointed as the Peshawar Corps Commander, can become the Pakistan Army head with the support of Prime Minister Imran Khan. Hameed is said to have been handling military and diplomatic roles and also fighting Imran Khan’s political opponents, particularly […]
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Indian Army contingent departs for Indo-US Joint Military Exercise “Ex Yudh Abhyas 2021” in Alaska
The 17th Edition of joint Military Training Excercise “Ex Yudh Abhyas 2021” will be conducted at Joint Base Elmendorf Richardson, Alaska, the United States from October 15 to 29, as part of the ongoing Indo-US Defence Cooperation. The contingent, comprising of 350 personnel of an Infantry Battalion Group departed on […]
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Pakistan PM Imran Khan receives list of names for ISI chief, amid impasse with military
Amid “differences” with his Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) General Bajwa on the issue of appointment of new Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) Director-General, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan received a summary carrying names of candidates for one of the most powerful positions in the country. This follows a reported impasse between the […]
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PM Modi wishes Manmohan Singh speedy recovery
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday wished for the speedy recovery of former PM Manmohan Singh who was admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Delhi for evaluation of fever last night. “I pray for the good health and speedy recovery of Dr Manmohan Singh Ji,” […]
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Amit Shah to lay foundation stone of National Forensic Sciences University in Goa today
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah will lay the foundation stone of the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) in Dharbandora in Goa at 12 pm on Thursday. “Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah will lay the foundation stone of the National Forensic Sciences University in Dharbandora, Goa. Date 14th Oct 2021 Time: 12 […]
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India reports 18,987 new Covid-19 cases in last 24 hours
India has reported 18,987 new COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours, said Union Health Ministry on Thursday. With 19,808 recoveries in the last 24 hours, the cumulative recoveries climbed to 3,33,62,709. Currently, India has 2,06,586 active cases of COVID-19. Meanwhile, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) on Thursday […]
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India conducts over 13 lakh Covid-19 tests in last 24 hours
With over 13 lakh COVID-19 tests conducted in the last 24 hours, the cumulative tests conducted so far crossed 58.76 crores, said the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) on Thursday. As per the research body, a total of 13,01,083 samples were tested on Wednesday. With this, the total samples […]
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Happy Maha Navami 2021: Know everything about
Maha Navami marks the ninth day of Navratri and is being celebrated on October 14 (Thursday) across the country with much fervour. It is also the third day of Durga Puja and is celebrated as the victory of good over evil. On this day Maa Durga is also worshipped as […]
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Spotify Diwali Offer: Annual Premium Plan Gets 20% Discount
Spotify, the most popular music streaming service in the world has come up with a special festive season offer in India on account of Diwali. The Spotify Diwali discount is applicable on the annual premium plan. There are different premium plans offered by the service at different price points and […]