In line with the Central Government and a first for the defence forces in the country, the Indian Navy has implemented the 360-degree appraisal system for the promotion of officers where they would be rated by their juniors too. The central government has been using this system for promoting bureaucrats […]
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“India’s performance in Asian Games thrilling, historic & extraordinary”: CM Yogi
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Saturday extended his heartfelt congratulations to Indian athletes and fellow citizens for the nation’s historic achievement of securing a ‘century of medals’ at the Asian Games. Terming this accomplishment as the most “thrilling, historic, and extraordinary moment for India,” CM Yogi expressed immense […]
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“Zonal Councils have transformed from advisory to action platforms under PM Modi”: Home Minister Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, have shifted from being advisory platforms to becoming action-oriented entities. He emphasized that these councils now play a vital role in problem-solving and implementing policy changes. Chairing the 24th meeting of the Central […]
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Assam CM holds meeting with officials to assess flood preparedness in Guwahati
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday chaired a high-level meeting with officials at Janata Bhawan regarding recent flooding incidents in Guwahati. During the meeting, the officials presented numerous data points, such as rainfall, satellite imagery, and other contributing factors, to the Chief Minister. Chief Minister Sarma directed officials to implement […]
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Himachal ministers, officials donate Rs 45.43 lakh for disaster relief
The Himachal ministers and district administrative officials came forward on Saturday to extend a helping hand in the form of significant donations towards ‘Aapda Rahat Kosh,’ aiming to provide aid to the disaster-affected people in the state. The Himachal Pradesh Public Works Minister, Vikramaditya Singh, presented a cheque worth Rs 45.43 lakh to CM Sukhvinder […]
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Himachal CM Sukhu inaugurates Centre for Science Learning and Creativity in Shimla
Himachal chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Saturday inaugurated the Centre for Science Learning and Creativity (CSLC) near Shoghi in Shimla. CSLC has been established at the cost of Rs 11 crore, according to an official statement. This institution is a joint initiative of the Himachal Pradesh Council for Science, Technology & Environment (HIMCOSTE) and the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) […]
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Sikkim flash floods: Mortal remains of 8 Army personnel recovered, search on for 14 others missing
The mortal remains of eight Army personnel, who were part of a group of soldiers that went missing following flash floods in Sikkim, were recovered on Saturday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said. Singh also expressed his condolences over the loss of lives in flash floods triggered by a cloudburst in […]
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DG Border Roads Lieutenant General Rajeev Chaudhry visits disaster-affected areas of North Sikkim
Director General of Border Roads Lieutenant General Rajeev Chaudhry on Saturday visited the disaster-affected areas in North Sikkim affected by the recent flash floods in the state earlier this month. DG Rajeev Chaudhry interacted with the Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang and also discussed an action plan to be […]
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GST Council raises upper age limit of president, members of Appellate Tribunals
The 52nd Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has decided to cap the maximum age of President and members of the GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT), Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Saturday. The GSTAT President will have a maximum age cap of 70 years, while the limit for members will be 67 years. This is […]
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GST Council decides to cede right to tax extra neutral alcohol to states
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Saturday said that the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has decided to exempt Extra Neutral Alcohol (ENA), a key raw material for manufacturing alcoholic liquor for human consumption, from the GST, giving states the exclusive right to tax the item. Sitharaman, while briefing the media after the 52nd […]
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Air India cancels two flights in wake of Hamas attack on Israel
An Air India Flight from New Delhi to Tel Aviv on Saturday and a return flight from Tel Aviv to New Delhi have been cancelled in the wake of a Hamas rocket attack on Israel. According to the airline, the decision was taken considering the interests and safety of the passengers and […]
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Maharashtra: Woman Naxalite carrying Rs 11 lakh cash reward surrenders in Gadchiroli
A woman Naxalite carrying a cash reward of Rs 11 lakh surrendered before Gadchiroli Police, an official statement said on Saturday. Police said that Naxalite named Rajani will be receiving Rs 4.50 lakh under the rehabilitation policy. “A Naxalite named Rajani alias Kalawati Samayya Veladi carrying a cash reward of Rs 11 […]
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MP: Labourer killed, 6 others injured as dug-up mud falls on them in Jabalpur
A labourer was killed at a construction site when he was buried alive under the dug-up mud at a construction site in Madhya Pradesh’s Jabalpur on Saturday, the police said. He along with six others was digging the earth at Shivaji Chowk area when the incident took place. The other six labourers were […]