Trinamool Congress (TMC) has disclosed that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has sustained ‘major injuries’ in an accident, as announced on the microblogging platform X. The TMC shared photographs depicting Banerjee lying in a hospital bed. The images unveiled by TMC illustrate Mamata Banerjee with a significant gash on…
Month: March 2024
Elections
Lok Sabha Election 2024: DC Kulgam Chairs Meeting of AROs and Nodal Officers
On March 14, 2024, Deputy Commissioner (DC) Athar Aamir Khan of Kulgam, who also serves as the District Election Officer (DEO), presided over a crucial gathering of Assistant Returning Officers (AROs) and Nodal Officers tasked with overseeing the upcoming Lok Sabha General Elections 2024. The meeting took place at the…
News
India Ramps Up Critical Mineral Exploration with Third Auction Round
In a significant move towards securing its supply chain and fostering self-reliance, the Ministry of Mines launched the third round of online auctions for critical and strategic mineral blocks. This initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” (Self-reliant India) and aims to ensure a steady domestic…
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Delhi University Gets Boost for Women’s Safety with ₹272 Crore Nirbhaya Fund Grant
In a significant move towards women’s empowerment and safety, the Ministry of Women and Child Development has announced a ₹272 crore grant from the Nirbhaya Fund for Delhi University. This initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India (“Vikshit Bharat”) and aims to create a secure…
Elections
Ram Nath Kovind Panel Submits Report on “One Nation, One Election” to President Draupadi Murmu
A high-level committee on simultaneous elections, led by former President Ram Nath Kovind, has handed over its findings on “one nation, one election” to President Droupadi Murmu. The committee’s report, spanning 18,626 pages, recommends amendments to at least five articles of the Constitution to facilitate synchronized polls across the country….
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India Bolsters Counterterrorism Efforts with Digital Case Management System
In a significant boost to India’s fight against terrorism and organized crime, Union Home Minister Amit Shah virtually launched a unique digital platform: the National Investigation Agency’s (NIA) Criminal Case Management System (CCMS). This initiative coincides with the inauguration of two new NIA branch offices (Jammu and Kochi) and a…
Politics
Muslim Influencers Stand Firm: CAA Holds No Relevance for Community
Amidst the ongoing political uproar surrounding the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), a cohort of Muslim influencers has stepped forward to express their support for the legislation. Dr. Feroz Bakht Ahmed, former chancellor of Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MAANU), emphasized that there is no substantive reason for the Muslim community…
News
India Secures Another Coking Coal Mine Through Auction
India has successfully auctioned another coking coal mine, adding to its efforts to reduce dependence on imports. This partially explored mine, named Lamatola, is located in Madhya Pradesh and boasts an estimated geological reserve of 200 million tonnes. The auction took place on the third day of the ongoing commercial…
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MHA Unveils GST Relief for Police Personnel: A Welcome Boost for Everyday Heroes
In a significant move to enhance the financial well-being of police personnel across India, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced a substantial financial benefit. Effective April 1st, 2024, serving and retired members of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), Central Police Organisations, and State Police Forces, along with…
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NITI Aayog Ignites Local Enterprise with “Vocal for Local” Initiative
In a significant push for grassroots development, NITI Aayog launched the “Vocal for Local” initiative on March 13, 2024, as part of its Aspirational Blocks Programme. This program targets economically lagging blocks across India, aiming to invigorate local economies and nurture entrepreneurship at the ground level. The initiative goes beyond…