On March 16, 2024, a magnificent Passing Out Parade (POP) commemorated the graduation of the third batch of Agniveers (02/2023) at INS Chilka in Odisha. A total of 2,630 Agniveers, including 396 women, participated in the post-sunset ceremony, which was presided over by Admiral R Hari Kumar, Chief of the…
Month: March 2024
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Unprecedented Visit to Bhutan Amid Election Campaign
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to embark on a two-day visit to Bhutan next week, a move that carries considerable diplomatic weight amidst the ongoing Lok Sabha election campaign. The timing of this visit, unprecedented in Indian political history, underscores its significance for both India and Bhutan, as well…
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PM Modi’s First Response to Lok Sabha Election 2024 Dates Announcement
In his initial remarks following the unveiling of the schedule for the Lok Sabha elections in 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conveyed his confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its preparations. He underscored that the ruling party’s approach to voters would be grounded in their proven track record…
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North-Eastern Himalayan University Gets Boost for Infrastructure
Significant Investment to Increase Student Capacity The Ministry of Minority Affairs has announced a major investment in the North-Eastern Himalayan University (NEHU). This ₹92.34 crore allocation aligns with the Prime Minister’s vision of a developed and prosperous India (“Viksit Bharat-Samridh Bharat”). New Facilities to Benefit Students The funds will be…
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Schedule for Bye-Election to 26 Assembly Constituencies across Multiple States
The Election Commission has announced bye-elections to fill vacancies in several Assembly Constituencies, coinciding with the General Election to Lok Sabha, in 2024. Here is the list of constituencies and the reasons for the vacancies: Bihar 195-Agiaon (SC) – Vacant due to the disqualification of Shri Manoj Manjil Gujarat 26…
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AIMIM Chief Raises Concerns Over Excluded Assam Muslims Post-NRC
During a public meeting in Hyderabad, Lok Sabha MP and AIMIM chief, Asaduddin Owaisi, expressed apprehension regarding the fate of around 1.5 lakh Muslims allegedly excluded from the National Register of Citizens (NRC) list in Assam following the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA). Owaisi highlighted the discrepancy in…
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“Modi Government’s Assured Wall-to-Wall Propaganda at Public Expense”
Narendra Modi is leaving no stone unturned to secure victory in the upcoming elections, even forming alliances with previously labelled corrupt parties. In today’s world, there are three certainties – death, taxes, and the omnipresence of Narendra Modi’s image in your morning newspaper. While the first two have been constants…
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In the Lok Sabha Election 2024: Outer Manipur Constituency to Vote Twice
During the announcement of the General Election schedule on March 16, it was observed that the total number of constituencies listed amounted to 544, one more than the usual 543 Lok Sabha seats. This discrepancy was clarified by Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar, attributing it to the unique circumstances in…
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SJVN Green Secures 200 MW Solar Project in Gujarat
SJVN Green Energy Limited (SGEL), the renewable energy subsidiary of SJVN, has been awarded a Letter of Intent (LOI) by Gujarat Urja Vikas Nigam Limited (GUVNL) for the implementation of a 200 MW Solar Project in GUVNL Phase–XXIII. The project was secured by SJVN Green Energy Limited through tariff-based competitive…
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Cinema for All: New Guidelines Usher in an Era of Inclusive Moviegoing in India
The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB) has taken a monumental step towards creating a more inclusive cinematic experience in India. Unveiling new accessibility standards, the MIB aims to dismantle barriers for moviegoers with hearing and visual impairments, allowing them to enjoy films alongside everyone else. This initiative resonates with…