In response to the recent joint statement between China and Pakistan, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has issued a firm rejection of unwarranted references to the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The statement, made by the Official Spokesperson of MEA, Randhir Jaiswal, emphasises India’s steadfast position on the […]
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Accelerate efforts for healthy ageing: World Health Organisation
Experts and officials from ministries of health, social welfare and empowerment from countries in the WHO South-East Asia Region discussed measures to improve health and care services for older persons and a Regional Strategy on Healthy Ageing during a three-day meeting that concluded here today, the World Health Organisation said in a press release. […]
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Italian PM receives global leaders at Borgo Egnazia in Italy for 50th G7 Summit
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni received global leaders including UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, US President Joe Biden, French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau among others, for the 50th Summit of the Group of Seven (G7), scheduled for June 13 and 14. Italian PM Meloni also […]
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“Deploy full spectrum of counter-terror capabilities”: PM Modi reviews security situation of J-K
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday reviewed the security situation in Jammu and Kashmir with National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval and other senior officials, the Government of India sources said. The Prime Minister was given a full overview of the security-related situation in Jammu and Kashmir. PM Modi was […]
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US Mission to India receives skyrocketing student visa demand
The US Mission to India has received skyrocketing demand for student visas, as the Indian consular team interviewed 3900 student visa applicants during its 8th annual Student Visa Day on Thursday. “On June 13, 2024, Consular Team India interviewed 3900 student visa applicants during its 8th annual Student Visa Day. Mission India highlights our strong […]
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MP CM Mohan Yadav inaugurates ‘PM Shri Tourism Air Service’ from Bhopal Airport
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav inaugurated ‘PM Shri Tourism Air Service’ from Raja Bhoj International Airport in the state capital Bhopal on Thursday. CM Yadav told reporters, “We are starting this facility in Bhopal to connect big cities, especially Singrauli, Jabalpur, Rewa, Gwalior. Today, we have inaugurated the first flight and held a program […]
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Israeli military strikes dozens of terror targets in Gaza
The Israel Defence Forces (IDF) said that its troops are continuing to operate against terrorist infrastructure and terror operatives in the Gaza Strip To that end, IDF soldiers are continuing what it described as “intelligence-based, targeted operations” in the area of Rafah. Over the past day, the forces conducted targeted raids in the area, located weapons, […]
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J-K: Anantnag Police attach house belonging to terror associate
In a significant move against terrorist activities, Anantnag Police on Thursday attached a two-storey residential building owned by terror associate Riyaz Ahmad Bhat, son of Gh Nabi Bhat, resident of Lohar Senzi Gadole, officials said. According to police, the attachment was executed under Section 25 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967, following confirmation […]
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Maharashtra: Sunetra Pawar files nomination for Rajya Sabha bye-election
Sunetra Pawar, wife of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister, filed her nomination on Thursday for the upcoming Rajya Sabha bye-election at Vidhan Bhawan in Mumbai. NCP leaders Praful Patel, Sunil Tatkare, and Maharashtra minister Chhagan Bhujbal were present during the nomination process. The bye-election was necessitated by the resignation of NCP […]
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Tanker mafias should be stopped, but it won’t solve problem: AAP
A day after being questioned by the Supreme Court over tanker mafias and the wastage of water, Delhi Water Minister Atishi on Thursday, said that out of the total water supply in Delhi, only 4-5 million gallons per day (MGD) of water is used by the tankers, adding that even […]
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CBI initiates probe into alleged certificate forgery in Odisha postal recruitment
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has launched an extensive investigation into alleged certificate forgery in Odisha postal recruitment following a complaint from the Director of Postal Services, Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Searches at over 67 locations have been conducted across various districts of Odisha, including Kalahandi, Nuapada, Rayagada, Nabarangpur, Kandhamal, Kendujhar, Mayurbhanj, Balasore, and Bhadrak. This massive operation involved more than 204 officials, […]
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J-K: Arms, ammunition and explosives recovered by BSF in Kupwara
In a significant operation, the Border Security Force (BSF) in Kupwara, Jammu and Kashmir, successfully intercepted a major transhipment of arms, ammunition, and explosives. This operation is a crucial step in thwarting potential terrorist activities in the region, officials said on Thursday. Acting on specific intelligence provided by the BSF and corroborated by the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Kupwara, […]
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Five from Tamil Nadu dead in Kuwait fire tragedy, says state minister KS Masthan
Tamil Nadu Minister for Minorities Welfare and Non-Resident Tamils Welfare, KS Masthan on Thursday said that 5 people from the state have died in the Kuwait fire incident. Masthan quoted the information from the Tamil associations based abroad and said that it would take time to identify the deceased. “Five […]
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Security forces intensify search operation in J-K’s Doda after encounter
Security forces have intensified their search operation in the Kota Top area of Gandoh in Doda district, following an exchange of fire with terrorists in which a Special Operations Group (SOG) constable was injured on Wednesday night. Efforts to locate the terrorists have ramped up, with forces combing the jungles […]
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G Kishan Reddy takes charge as Union Minister of Coal and Mines
Bharatiya Janata Party leader and Union Minister G Kishan Reddy officially took charge as Union Minister of Coal and Mines on Thursday in the presence of Union Minister Pralhad Joshi in the newly formed BJP-led National Democratic Alliance government. Reddy received a warm welcome with bouquets and shawls from Union […]