Politics

Kashmir reconstructs its roads damaged after recent devastating floods

Ganderbal, Nov 09 (ANI): The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) on Sunday (November 09) expedited reconstruction of roads that were damaged after the worst flood in decades devastated Jammu and Kashmir. The BRO Ganderbal district, have initiated the construction of road surface with macadam and plan to complete it before the snowfall as harsh weather conditions damage the roads and cause difficulties for commuters. The site engineer of BRO, Chander Shekhar said that the road has a lot of pot holes, which can be dangerous for drivers and can cause accidents. Authorities said that the traffic flow on the road is increasing day by day as every year thousands of tourists visit the district and also pilgrims of Amarnath Yatra use this road to reach their destination.

Nov 9, 2014

Ministers ready to take greater responsibilities in Modi's cabinet

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): The newly sworn in ministers in the Cabinet rejig said on Sunday that they were ready to play their role given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. JP Nadda who took oath as Cabinet Minister said that he will work for the government as well as the party with equal vigour. Rajiv Pratap Rudy, who sworn in as minister of state said that once the portfolio will be given, he will start working for the same with full dedication. Giriraj Singh also assured to work for the nation with full dedication and honesty.

Nov 9, 2014

PM Modi expands Union Cabinet, inducts 22 new ministers

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday finally expanded his Council of Ministers and reshuffled his Cabinet for the first time after taking over as the Prime Minister of India in May. The new ministers took the oath of office at Rashtrapati Bhavan in the presence of the NDA ministers and the prime minister himself. President Pranab Mukherjee administered oath to the ministers as their names were being announced at the grand function. The first to take oath was Manohar Parrikar who is tipped to get the defence portfolio. Following him were Suresh Prabhu, JP Nadda and Ch Birender Singh who took oath as Cabinet Ministers. Bandaru Dattatreya, Rajiv Pratap Rudy and Dr. Mahesh Sharma sworn-in as Minister of State, Independent charge.

Nov 9, 2014

PM Modi pays respect to 'Perfectionist Eknath Ranade' on his birth centenary

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday attended RSS leader Eknath Ranade's Birth Centenary celebrations at Vigyan Bhawan as chief guest. Praising Ranade, Modi said that he was a perfectionist and looked for the same in everything he did. He said it was an honour for him to get a chance to pay tribute to a great leader who has always been a source of inspiration. He further said that the RSS leader believed in 'One Life One Mission' and he lived on that principle and that he always believed in integrating things and people. The event is being celebrated to honour the contributions of Eknath Ranade towards resurrecting India's rich legacy.

Nov 9, 2014

Omar Abdullah Lashes Out at PDP; Alleges Sayeed Orchestrated Massacre of Thousands of Kashmiri Youth

National Conference party president Omar Abdullah claims that PDP looted the poor of Kashmir and killed innocents for their own benefit

Nov 9, 2014

Having mixed feelings, says Manohar Parrikar's brother over his appraisal to union cabinet

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): Manohar Parrikar's Brother Avdhut Parrikar on Sunday while commenting on Manohar Parrikar's appraisal to the union cabinet said that he is having mixed feelings. He added that his brother will be deprived of doing the work he was expected to do for the people of Goa. He further said he is confident that Manohar Parrikar will perform well as the country's defence minister.

Nov 9, 2014

Naval accidents a matter of concern, can't afford to waste lives: Manohar Parrikar

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): BJP leader and Former Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar said on Sunday that he will work in any portfolio given by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. On being asked about the increasing naval accidents, Parrikar said that such accidents are a matter of concern as the Defence cannot afford to waste any more lives of the officers due to accidents.

Nov 9, 2014

India Test-Fires Nuclear Capable Agni-II Missile

The medium-range missile with a range of over 2,000 km has already been inducted into the Army

Nov 9, 2014

NDA regime delayed decision over cabinet expansion: PC Chacko

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): Congress leader PC Chacko on Sunday said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi's move to expand his Union Council of Ministers is a delayed decision and the NDA regime should have taken this much earlier. He added that the decision of cabinet expansion clearly indicates that the ruling government has just started to work. According to the reports, as many as 20 new faces are expected to be inducted into the Union Council of Ministers on Sunday.

Nov 9, 2014

Best relations with neighbours priority of defence: Arun Jaitley

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley while speaking at the India Global Forum on Sunday said that the first priority of the defence ministry is to maintain best relations with the neighbours. He added that India needs peace across borders and hence meaningful dialogue with the neighbouring is essential. He further stated that violations of ceasefire agreement, however, hamper the environment for meaningful dialogues.

Nov 9, 2014

Will work in whichever field PM gives: Manohar Parrikar

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): BJP leader and former Goa Chief Minister Manohar Parrikar, who is also expected to hold the office of Defence Minister, said on Sunday that he is capable of working under any portfolio which Prime Minister Narendra Modi thinks he can hold well. Parrikar also said that he will be taking oath as a Cabinet Minister today.

Nov 9, 2014

Harsh Vardhan motivates Delhi to 'walk for health'

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): Union Health Minister, Dr Harsh Vardhan, motivated Delhi to 'walk for health' as he flagged off the third edition of walkathon on Sunday (November 09) in the national capital. The event began early in the morning from the India Gate in New Delhi. The health minister said walking regularly helps to restore life balance, makes people calmer, happier and more positive towards life. The youth today are more under pressure and stress and need to focus on a healthy lifestyle, simple walking can pave the way for one, he said. A number of celebrities, corporate brands and TV networks participated in the event to add to the buzz and energy. CEO of Max Bupa, Manasije Mishra said that this initiative aims to encourage people to have a healthy lifestyle by integrating walking in their daily schedule. Max Bupa Health Insurance Company has organised this health event called 'Max Bupa Walk for Health' in association with news channel 'Times Now'. It is an initiative which urges people to walk towards healthier life with their families.

Nov 9, 2014

We saw an election, where dominant issue was Governance issue: Arun Jaitley

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): Finance Minister Arun Jaitley while speaking at the India Global Forum on Sunday said that in the recent assembly elections the dominant issues were the governance issues that were prevalent within the country. He added that all the parties which relied on charisma of families had to face defeat in the elections. He further said that the demolition of the myth that only families can produce charisma was necessary.

Nov 9, 2014

Hansraj Ahir on Union Cabinet expansion

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): BJP leader Hansraj Ahir said on Sunday talked about his role in the Union Cabinet expansion which is going to take place by afternoon. Ahir said that he is happy to be a part of the Cabinet Ministers and will carry out his duties responsibly. He added that it is a matter of pride that Prime Minister Narendra Modi chose two leaders from Vidarbha and assured that he will work hard for the region.

Nov 9, 2014

Great opportunity to work with PM Modi as his Cabinet member: Rajiv Pratap Rudy

New Delhi, Nov 09 (ANI): BJP leader Rajiv Pratap Rudy said on Sunday that he is highly privileged to be a part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Cabinet and work with him as a team member. Rudy said that it is the prerogative of the Prime Minister as to which portfolio he is given and added that he will work with complete dedication. Prime Minister Modi's Cabinet has been reshuffled and expanded and all new ministers are expected to take oath by evening today.

Nov 9, 2014