The Indian Navy’s commitment to maritime security in the Indian Ocean was on full display today as warship INS Sumitra successfully rescued a hijacked Iranian vessel and its crew from pirates. Deployed on anti-piracy operations along the east coast of Somalia and the Gulf of Aden, INS Sumitra responded swiftly to a distress call from Read More…
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Amit Shah will launch computerization project of Agriculture & Rural Development Banks and Registrar of Cooperative Societies of States/UTs in New Delhi on 30th January 2024
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah will launch the Computerization project of Agriculture and Rural Development Banks (ARDBs) and the Registrar of Cooperative Societies (RCSs) of all States and Union Territories in New Delhi on January 30, 2024. This program is being organized by the Ministry of Cooperation, in collaboration with Read More…
PM inaugurates Diamond Jubilee celebration of Supreme Court
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today inaugurated the Diamond Jubilee celebration of the Supreme Court of India on 28 January at the Supreme Court auditorium in Delhi. He also launched citizen-centric information and technology initiatives that include Digital Supreme Court Reports (Digi SCR), Digital Courts 2.0 and a new website of the Supreme Court. Read More…
The Vatican accepts Mysore Bishop’s resignation.
By our Special Correspondent Mysuru, Jan 28 (IVC) The Vatican has accepted the resignation of Mar Kannikadass Antony William , Bishop of Mysore catholic diocese , according to a communication received here from the Vatican recently. According to an official release, Pope Francis has accepted the Bishop William’s resignation due to “the distressing situation “ Read More…
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Stresses Customs Department’s Role in Achieving India’s USD 5 Trillion GDP Goal
New Delhi, January 27: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman highlighted the pivotal role of Customs department initiatives in driving trade growth and aiding India’s ambitious target of achieving a GDP of USD 5 trillion by 2027-28. Emphasizing the need for collaborative efforts, Sitharaman underscored the importance of evolving Customs practices like Faceless Assessment and Single Window Read More…
Kerala Governor gets Z security cover after clash with student activists
Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan was granted Z security cover by the Union Home Ministry on Saturday, following an incident where he staged an impromptu sit-in protest against student activists who showed black flags to his motorcade. The Governor blamed Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan for “lawlessness” in the state, alleging that police allowed protesters to Read More…
Political Turmoil in Bihar as Nitish Kumar Inches Closer to JD(U) and RJD Break-Up
In a dramatic turn of events, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar appears on the brink of severing ties with his alliance partner RJD, prompting speculation of a significant political shake-up in the state. As the political crisis unfolds, RJD leader Tejashwi Prasad Yadav maintains a strategic distance, emphasizing the party’s commitment to its promises and Read More…
Indian Navy Ship Rescues Merchant Vessel Attacked by Houthi Rebels in Gulf of Aden The Indian Navy’s guided-missile destroyer INS Visakhapatnam responded to a distress call from the merchant vessel MV Merlin Luanda on Friday night, January 26.
The MV Merlin Luanda, which has 22 Indian and 1 Bangladeshi crew members on board, was reportedly attacked by Houthi rebels in the Gulf of Aden. The Indian Navy deployed its Ship’s NBCD team along with firefighting equipment to assist the crew in extinguishing the fire on board the vessel. US Central Command Confirms Houthi Read More…
PM Modi slams glorification of corrupt leaders, calls it an insult to judiciary and Constitution.
In a veiled attack on opposition parties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the public glorification of corrupt leaders, calling it an insult to the judiciary, executive, and Constitution. He made these remarks during a video message at the All India Presiding Officers’ Conference. Modi specifically mentioned the situation in Bihar, where the RJD led by Read More…
PM addresses All India Presiding Officers’ Conference
Delhi: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi addressed the All India Presiding Officers’ Conference via video message today. Emphasizing the significance of the conference as it comes in the wake of the 75th Republic Day celebrations, The Prime Minister said, “This conference holds added significance as it takes place immediately after the 75th Republic Day, Read More…