India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr S Jaishankar, met with Ukraine’s Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, in New Delhi to discuss the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Here are the top highlights of their meeting: 1. Focus on Conflict and Wider Ramifications: The bilateral meeting centred on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and…
Month: March 2024
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METOC Seminar ‘Meghayan 2024’ Provides Insights into Climate Change Frontline
The World Meteorological Day, annually observed on March 23rd, commemorates the establishment of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) on March 23, 1950, highlighting the pivotal role of meteorologists in the field. As part of the World Meteorological Day celebrations, the School of Naval Oceanology & Meteorology (SNOM) and the Indian…
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GeM Hits ₹ 4 Lakh Crore in GMV, Doubles Business in a Single Fiscal Year
The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has wrapped up the fiscal year with a Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) of ₹ 4 lakh crore, doubling its GMV from the previous fiscal year. This achievement underscores the portal’s digital prowess and functionalities, which have significantly improved efficiency, transparency, and seamlessness in public procurement. The…
Elections
Lok Sabha Elections 2024: RJD Secures 26 Seats, Congress Claims 9 in Bihar’s INDIA Bloc Seat-Sharing Agreement
In Bihar, the recent agreement among the opposition’s INDIA bloc parties for the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha Elections assigns 26 seats to the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and nine seats to the Congress. Additionally, the Left parties secure five seats, completing the distribution. In the preceding 2019 Lok Sabha elections,…
Elections
“Former Royal Descendants Dominate BJP’s Candidate Roster for Upcoming Lok Sabha Elections”
Scions from former royal families are increasingly featuring on the BJP’s list of candidates as the Lok Sabha elections approach. Ten descendants have secured tickets from the party, showcasing this trend across various regions. Notable among them are Yaduveer Krishnadatta Chamaraja Wadiyar from Mysore, Mahima Kumari Vishwaraj Singh Mewar from…
Elections
PM Modi Criticizes Congress for Lawyers’ Letter to CJI: Accuses of ‘Engaging in Intimidation and Coercion’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a scathing attack on the Congress party in response to a letter penned by numerous top lawyers addressed to Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, expressing concerns about the integrity of the judiciary. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned what…
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“Commencement of Fourth Two-Week Training Programme for Civil Servants of Cambodia on Public Policy and Governance at National Centre for Good Governance”
Today marks the commencement of the fourth Training Programme on Public Policy and Governance for Civil Servants of Cambodia at the National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG), running from March 26 to April 6, 2024. This collaborative effort, in partnership with the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), aims to enhance…
Elections
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Declines Lok Sabha Candidacy Due to Financial Constraints
Nirmala Sitharaman, a Union Minister, has turned down an offer from BJP President JP Nadda to contest in the Lok Sabha elections, citing financial limitations. This sheds light on the financial demands associated with electoral campaigns in India. The expenses for running an election vary based on the candidate’s financial…
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“Arvind Kejriwal Argues Personally in Delhi Court, Accuses ED of Operating Extortion Scheme”
Arvind Kejriwal Presents Personal Argument in Delhi Court, Accuses ED of Running Extortion Scheme Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal took the stand himself before Delhi’s Rouse Avenue court on Thursday regarding his arrest and subsequent remand to Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody in the excise policy case. Produced before the court…
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“Nitin Gadkari Announces End of Toll System in India; Reveals Replacement Plan”
Nitin Gadkari has announced the impending end of the toll system in India, to be replaced by a satellite-based toll collection system. In December of the previous year, Gadkari revealed that the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) intended to implement this new system by March 2024. According to Gadkari,…