Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman participated in two significant Credit Outreach Programmes held in Itanagar and Namsai, Arunachal Pradesh. These initiatives are part of the government’s efforts to promote financial inclusion and economic growth in the region. In Itanagar, the event saw the presence of…
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Department of Social Justice and Empowerment Launches Special Campaign 4.0 from October 2, 2024
The Department of Social Justice & Empowerment (DoSJ&E) and its associated offices, autonomous organizations, commissions, and corporations are set to implement ‘Special Campaign 4.0’ from October 2 to October 31, 2024. This initiative focuses on institutionalizing Swachhata (cleanliness) and reducing the backlog of pending matters, ultimately improving the cleanliness of…
Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin Makes History as First Woman to Lead Armed Forces Medical Services
On October 1, 2024, Surgeon Vice Admiral Arti Sarin became the first woman to be appointed as Director General of Armed Forces Medical Services (DGAFMS). In this role, she will oversee medical policy matters for the Armed Forces, reporting directly to the Ministry of Defence. Before taking over as the…
Bengaluru Resident Foils Fake iPhone Delivery Scam
iPhone Delivery Scam:- A Bengaluru resident recently uncovered a delivery scam involving a fake Flipkart delivery agent. The scam attempt occurred when the resident, who had ordered an iPhone 15 with 256GB storage and selected the open-box delivery option, was approached by a man posing as a Flipkart delivery executive. The…
ISRO Sets Sights on Venus: Announces Target Launch Date for Orbiter Mission
India’s ambitious Venus Orbiter Mission (VOM) is set to launch in March 2028, marking another significant step in space exploration by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The mission, focused on studying the planet’s atmosphere and geology, was officially confirmed after receiving approval during a recent Cabinet meeting. The Venus…
Commerce Minister Urges Industry to Elevate Brand India by Prioritizing Quality
In a landmark event to celebrate a decade of the “Make in India” initiative, Commerce and Industry Minister, Shri Piyush Goyal, called upon Indian industry leaders to promote Brand India by focusing on quality-driven manufacturing. This aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Zero Defect; Zero Effect” manufacturing. The…
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh Appointed Chief of the Air Staff
Air Chief Marshal AP Singh has officially assumed the role of Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) during a ceremony at Air Headquarters (Vayu Bhawan) on September 30, 2024. Commissioned on December 21, 1984, into the fighter stream of the Indian Air Force (IAF), Air Chief Marshal AP Singh is…
ED Launches Money Laundering Probe Against Siddaramaiah in MUDA Land Scam
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a money laundering case against Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in connection with the Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) land scam. The central agency acted on a recent FIR lodged by the state Lokayukta against Siddaramaiah, his wife BM Parvathi, and his brother-in-law Mallikarjuna Swamy….
Supreme Court Urges: Keep Religion Out of Politics in Tirupati Laddoo Dispute
The Supreme Court, while hearing petitions related to the use of ghee in the making of Tirupati laddoos, emphasized that religion and politics should not be intertwined. The petitions were filed after allegations surfaced that animal fat was found in the ghee used for the laddoos offered to devotees at…
PM Modi Stands Firm: No Place for Terrorism in Our World in Call with Netanyahu
Prime Minister Narendra Modi conversed with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, addressing the ongoing conflict in West Asia. During their discussion, Modi emphasized that terrorism has no place globally and highlighted the importance of preventing further regional escalation. He also stressed the need for the safe release of hostages. In…