Union Minister Shri Manohar Lal conducted a review of the power sector in the Union Territory of Puducherry at Raj Niwas, Puducherry, on October 26, 2024. The meeting was attended by Puducherry’s Hon’ble Lieutenant Governor, Chief Minister, the Minister for Electricity Department, senior officials from the UT administration, and representatives…
Month: October 2024
EAM Jaishankar Praises Military and Diplomatic Efforts Behind India-China LAC Patrolling Agreement
During a recent session with students in Pune, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar credited the successful agreement for patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China to both military resilience and adept diplomatic negotiations. Responding to a student inquiry, Jaishankar emphasized that it may still be premature to…
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Iran Reports Two Soldiers Killed in Israeli Strikes on Military Bases
Iran reported that two of its soldiers were killed in Israeli airstrikes on military bases, which Israel said were a response to “months of attacks” from Iran. The Israeli military announced the strikes early Saturday, declaring the operation “complete” and warning Iran against retaliating. The Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs…
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“Foreign Language Should Not Hinder Access to Science, Medicine, and Technology – VP”
At the 10th Convocation of IIT Jodhpur, the Vice-President underscored the importance of accessible language in learning sciences, medicine, and technology, stating that foreign languages should not be an insurmountable barrier. He urged students to break away from traditional educational constraints by embracing a blend of “gyaan” (knowledge) and “vigyan”…
Karnataka HC Questions Police on Closing Case and Filing Extortion FIR Against Ex-MLC H M Ramesh Gowda on Same Day
On October 23, the Karnataka High Court questioned the Amruthahalli police about an unusual sequence of events surrounding former MLC H M Ramesh Gowda. The court sought clarification from the station house officer (SHO) on why a complaint against Gowda, filed on October 1, was initially dismissed as a non-cognizable…
Jaishankar Urges Respect for Border Agreements as Beijing Remains Silent on LAC Patrolling Deal
As tensions along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) continue to simmer, India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized the importance of adhering to agreements already in place. Speaking at the BRICS outreach summit in Kazan, Russia, Jaishankar stressed that “agreements, once reached, must be scrupulously respected” and urged for…
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Delhi Techie Grabs JioHotstar Domain Ahead of Merger, Seeks Cambridge Education Funds in Deal with Reliance
The much-anticipated merger of JioCinema and Disney+ Hotstar is set to reshape the streaming landscape in India. These two OTT giants command a significant share of the market, and insiders believe the combined platform could dominate the Indian streaming space. While there hasn’t been an official announcement on how the…
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Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary Honors WorldSkills 2024 Champions
Union Minister Shri Jayant Chaudhary, who oversees the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and the Ministry of Education, recently celebrated India’s winners from the WorldSkills 2024 competition, held in Lyon, France. At the event, Shri Jayant Chaudhary expressed his pride in interacting with the Indian medalists. He stated,…
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PM Modi Advocates for Peaceful Resolution to Ukraine War in Meeting with Putin
During the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated India’s stance on peaceful conflict resolution, specifically in relation to the Russia-Ukraine war. In his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, PM Modi emphasized that India believes all conflicts should be settled through dialogue and expressed India’s willingness…
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President of India Attends 75th Anniversary of Bharatiya Adim Jati Sevak Sangh
The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, attended an event marking the 75th anniversary of the Bharatiya Adim Jati Sevak Sangh in New Delhi today (October 22, 2024). During her address, the President remarked that visiting the Thakkar Bapa Smarak Sadan felt akin to visiting a holy site. She paid…