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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

Centre's letter asking to withdraw water cess unjustified: Himachal deputy CM Agnihotri

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As the union government has termed the levying of water cess as illegal and in a circular issued on October 25 has clearly stated that no taxes or duties can be levied by any State on generation or inter-State supply of electricity under the guise of additional charges/ fee on generation of electricity from any source thermal/ hydro/ renewables etc, the deputy chief minister Mukesh Agnihotri has strongly objected to frequent writing of letters by Centre on this issue.

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Monday, October 30, 2023

Meghalaya government hands over land for National Law University

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The Chief Minister of Meghalaya, Conrad K Sangma, has handed over land for the construction of the permanent campus of the National Law University and the State Judicial Academy. The Chief Minister emphasized the importance of investing in human capital and providing a platform for the youth to contribute to the growth of the nation. He also highlighted the role of educational institutions in working together with the government to provide solutions to challenges. The Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court, Sanjib Banerjee, emphasized the importance of creating a conducive atmosphere for learning.

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PM Modi meets former BJP leader AK Patel, recalls his contributions in strengthening party

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met former BJP leader Dr AK Patel in Gandhinagar and praised his contribution to strengthening the party. Patel served as a Lok Sabha MP from Mehsana five times and was also elected to the Rajya Sabha. He was a minister in Atal Bihari Vajpayee's government. PM Modi is currently on a two-day visit to Gujarat and will participate in the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas programme on October 31. He will also inaugurate and lay the foundation stone for multiple development projects in Kevadia.

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Sunday, October 29, 2023

Delhi Police gets DCW notice over online sale of obscene pictures of goddesses, registers FIR

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The Delhi Police have registered an FIR after obscene pictures featuring Hindu goddesses were allegedly sold online. The Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) issued a notice to the police after receiving a complaint about the objectionable pictures. The DCW has demanded that the accused be arrested and the content be removed from the internet, as it has the potential to hurt religious sentiments and cause enmity among groups. The police have registered a case under sections 295A and 67A of the Indian Penal Code and the Information Technology Act.

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Saturday, October 28, 2023

After threat email seeking Rs 20 crore, Mukesh Ambani receives second email with Rs 200 cr demand

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Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries, has received a threat email demanding Rs 200 crore ($27 million). This comes a day after another email threatened to shoot him if he did not pay Rs 20 crore ($2.7 million). An FIR has been lodged, and a case has been registered under IPC sections 387 and 506(2). The police are currently searching for the person behind the threats. Last year, a man was arrested for making death threats to Ambani and his family, as well as threatening to blow up a hospital.

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Friday, October 27, 2023

Youths are stakeholders in driving India's growth to new heights: General Pande

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The Chief Of Army Staff (COAS) General Manoj Pande on Friday said no nation can be great without the perseverance, belief, hard work and sacrifice of its youth. General Pande delivered Field Marshal SHFJ Manekshaw's memorial lecture on 'Imperatives for future leadership of rising India' at the Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies at the Range Hills in Khadki. General Pande said that we are a nation of over 800 million youth and each one of them represents an important component of this precious national asset.

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Ramdas Athawale says Maratha community should get reservation without hurting quota of SC, ST, OBC

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Union Minister Ramdas Athawale on Friday said that without hurting the quota of SC, ST, and OBC, Maratha community should get reservation. He also said that Gunaratna Sadavarte should not oppose Maratha reservation. Advocate Gunaratna Sadavarte was attacked by three people.

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

Two men commit suicide in Chhatrapati Sambajhinagar and Hingoli seeking Maratha quota

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A 28-year-old man in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar committed suicide, leaving behind a message demanding quota for the Maratha community. This was the second case of quota-related death in Marathwada on the same day. Another man in Hingoli also ended his life, citing Maratha reservation as the reason. There have been several reports of suicides by Maratha community members in different parts of the state, demanding reservation. In response to the recent suicide, the administration has promised aid to the deceased man's family and a job for one of them.

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Indian Army's first vertical wind tunnel installed at special forces training school in HP

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The Indian Army has inaugurated its first vertical wind tunnel (VWT) at a training school in Himachal Pradesh. The state-of-the-art facility will simulate real-life free fall conditions, allowing military trainees to enhance their skills in combat free fall (CFF). The VWT creates a controlled environment with specific air velocities, enabling trainees to practice different CFF scenarios. The installation of the VWT is part of the Indian Army's efforts to modernize its training infrastructure and improve operational readiness.

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Karnataka places request for Rs 17,901 crore drought relief package with Centre

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The Karnataka government has requested a drought relief package of Rs 17,901 crore due to the severe shortage of rainfall in the state. A total of 216 taluks have been declared as drought-hit, and there is a possibility of a drinking water crisis. The Central government officials are currently studying the situation and a positive response has been received for the immediate release of funds. The state is also awaiting funds for the employment guarantee scheme and has requested the release of pending amounts.

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

'Whether it targets people of Mumbai, New York or Israel ...': US condemns Hamas' 'unjustifiable' terror attack with 26/11 reference

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has compared the Mumbai terror attack in 2008 to the recent attack launched by Hamas militants in Israel. Speaking at a UN Security Council meeting, Blinken emphasized that all acts of terrorism are unjustifiable and called on member states to denounce those who arm and fund terrorist groups. He also highlighted the importance of nations defending themselves against such attacks. Blinken mentioned the Mumbai attacks, where 166 people were killed, and the recent conflict in Israel, which resulted in the deaths of over 1,400 people.

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Monday, October 23, 2023

Odisha CM’s principal secretary takes voluntary retirement, will he join politics?

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VK Pandian, principal secretary to Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, has been granted voluntary retirement by the Centre. Speculation has been rife that Pandian, a powerful bureaucrat in the state, may enter politics. However, he has faced criticism for violating service condition rules and his way of working is not agreed upon by many in the ruling BJD party. Pandian has been serving as PS to the CM since 2011 and has been on recent whirlwind tours using the state chopper.

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Sunday, October 22, 2023

Northern Army Commander visits IAF's Western Command for seminar

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Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi, the Northern Army Commander, recently visited the Indian Air Force's Western Command for a seminar on integrated operations in the northern sector. This visit follows the Northern Army Command's two-day Army Air Defence Conclave held in September to address evolving air threats and ensure national security. The conclave focused on joint strategies, with domain experts from the Army Air Defence, Indian Air Force, and Defence Public Sector Undertakings participating. This event is particularly relevant due to the increasing use of drones and unmanned aerial vehicles by adversaries in the region.

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Saturday, October 21, 2023

Rajnath launches Army's Project Udbhav to integrate ancient strategic acumen with contemporary military practices

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The Indian Army has launched a new project called 'Udbhav' to integrate ancient strategic knowledge with modern military practices. The project aims to address modern security challenges and prepare for future battles. It draws inspiration from ancient treatises such as Arthashastra, Nitisara, and The Kural, as well as centuries-old military campaigns. While some have questioned the project's relevance in today's digitized battlefields, the government and the Army are enthusiastic about integrating India's military heritage with contemporary military pedagogy. The project aims to synthesize ancient wisdom with modern practices to develop a unique approach to security challenges.

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Sexual harassment case: Brij Bhushan Singh claims contradiction in witnesses' account, urges court to discharge him

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Former Wrestling Federation of India chief and BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh has requested a Delhi court to dismiss the sexual harassment case filed against him by six female wrestlers. Singh's lawyer argued that there were contradictions in the statements of the prosecution witnesses and that the Oversight Committee did not recommend the registration of an FIR within the required time frame. The defence counsel also claimed that there were material contradictions in the statements of the witnesses, calling for Singh's discharge from the case.

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Friday, October 20, 2023

Thursday, October 19, 2023

Impose cap on subsidised urea bags based on farm land size: CACP to Govt

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The Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) has recommended that the government impose a cap on the number of subsidised urea bags supplied to farmers based on the farms' size. The CACP report highlighted the unbalanced use of fertilisers in India, with some districts overusing fertilisers, while others have low consumption leading to reduced productivity. The CACP also suggested promoting the use of nano fertilisers and launching awareness campaigns about balanced fertiliser use.

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

MHA grants FCRA approval to Ram temple trust

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The Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust, responsible for constructing the Shri Ram Temple in Ayodhya, has been registered under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010. This means that the trust can now accept foreign contributions for the temple project. Contributions can only be made to the designated bank account provided by the trust. The construction of the temple is expected to be completed by December.

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