In a significant advancement toward realizing the goals of NEP 2020, India has issued a Letter of Intent (LoI) to the University of Southampton, UK, for establishing its first campus in India. The event, held on August 29, 2024, in New Delhi, was graced by External Affairs Minister Dr. S….
Month: August 2024
Second Arihant-Class Submarine ‘INS Arighaat’ Joins Indian Navy, Strengthening Nuclear Triad
On August 29, 2024, the Indian Navy welcomed its second Arihant-Class submarine, ‘INS Arighaat,’ at a commissioning ceremony held in Visakhapatnam, attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Singh emphasized that ‘INS Arighaat’ will bolster India’s nuclear triad, enhance nuclear deterrence, and contribute to regional strategic stability and peace, marking a…
Assam Enforces Mandatory Registration for Muslim Marriages and Divorces
On Thursday, the Assam Assembly passed the ‘Assam Compulsory Registration of Muslim Marriages and Divorces Bill, 2024,’ which mandates the registration of all Muslim marriages and divorces in the state. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma explained that the bill is designed to enhance the quality of life for young girls…
Supreme Court’s Stern Response to Revanth Reddy’s Comments on K Kavitha’s Bail
In a recent development, the Supreme Court of India strongly reprimanded Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for his remarks regarding the bail granted to BRS leader K Kavitha in the Delhi liquor policy case. Reddy had suggested that the bail was the result of a “deal” between the BRS and…
Reliance AGM 2024 Key Takeaways: Mukesh Ambani Highlights Company’s Vision and Achievements
Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, addressed the company’s 47th Annual General Meeting, sharing insights on future projects and reflecting on recent developments. Here are the major highlights from the meeting: Leadership and Legacy: Ambani emphasized that he and other senior management members view themselves as trustees of the company….
BJP Slams Mamata Banerjee Over Threats to Northeast and Doctors
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has strongly criticized West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her recent remarks, accusing her of threatening protesting doctors and northeastern states during a public address at the Trinamool Congress Chhatra Parishad (TMCP) foundation day event on Wednesday. Himanta Biswa Sarma’s Fiery Response: “Didi, How…
Rajnath Singh to Commission India’s Second Nuclear-Powered Submarine, INS Arighat, Today
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to commission India’s second nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Arighat (S-3), in a significant event in Visakhapatnam today. The ceremony will be attended by Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Tripathi, Vice Admiral Suraj Berry, who heads India’s strategic command, and senior officials…
28 Lives Lost in Gujarat’s Rains, 18,000 Residents Evacuated Flood Crisis
In the last three days, Gujarat has been battered by relentless heavy rainfall, leading to the tragic loss of 28 lives and the evacuation of nearly 18,000 people from flood-affected areas. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a dire warning, predicting extremely heavy rainfall across 11 districts today. According…
DoT Hosts Capacity-Building Conference on Disaster Management
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), in partnership with the National Telecommunications Institute for Policy Research, Innovation, and Training (NTIPRIT) and LSA Delhi, hosted a high-level conference titled “Experience Sharing and Capacity Building in Disaster Management” on August 28, 2024. The event focused on strengthening the resilience of telecom infrastructure, improving…
‘Enough is Enough’: President Murmu Condemns Society’s Indifference to Crimes Against Women
President Droupadi Murmu, in a strong statement on August 28, 2024, declared that it is time for India to confront and challenge the disturbing reality of crimes against women. She criticized what she termed as the “collective amnesia” of society regarding these atrocities and emphasized that no civilized community should…