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FM Sitharaman on strong wicket as Modi 3.0 gears up to present full budget

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sent a clear message of continuity in the government's economic policy with the re-appointment of Nirmala Sitharaman as Finance Minister.

Jun 11, 2024

Malawi's Vice President confirmed dead in plane crash; no survivors found

Malawi's Vice President Saulos Chilima, along with nine other individuals who were on board a military aircraft, have been confirmed dead after the aircraft went missing on Monday morning, President Lazarus Chakwera announced on Tuesday.

Jun 11, 2024

Oman's Sultan calls PM Modi as strategic partners look at strengthening ties during Modi 3.0

Sultan of Oman Haitham Bin Tarik's call to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday assumes great significance as both countries work on further scaling up the India-Oman partnership during Modi 3.0.

Jun 11, 2024

Using drone surveillance, Gurugram Police bust illicit liquor-manufacturing unit

Using drone surveillance, the Gurugram Police have busted an illicit country liquor-manufacturing unit at Rithoj village in the Aravali range and nabbed seven persons, including a minor, in connection with the case.

Jun 11, 2024

UN Security Council adopts resolution calling for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution aimed at reaching a comprehensive ceasefire deal in three phases to end the war in Gaza.

Jun 11, 2024

Scott Bridge Collapse: Baltimore reopens shipping channel after deadly mishap in March

US authorities have completely reopened the primary shipping route to the Port of Baltimore following an extensive cleanup endeavor, a few months after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which killed six workers.

Jun 11, 2024

AP Governor invites Chandrababu Naidu to form government, swearing-in tomorrow

Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer on Tuesday invited National Democratic Alliance leader Nara Chandrababu Naidu to form the government after leaders of NDA partners met him and staked a claim to form the government.

Jun 11, 2024

Amaravati Reinstated as Andhra Pradesh's Capital by Chandrababu Naidu

Andhra Pradesh's Chief Minister-designate N. Chandrababu Naidu declared Amaravati as the state capital. The announcement was made during a meeting of the newly elected MLAs of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA), which elected him as the leader.

Jun 11, 2024

Security agencies redevise strategy for this year's Amarnath Yatra after Reasi terror attack

The revival of terrorism in peaceful areas like Reasi and Udhampur is a matter of concern for the security forces. Over a month after killing a VDG member in Udhampur, terrorists attack a bus of pilgrims in Reasi district on Sunday.

Jun 11, 2024

Plane carrying Malawi Vice-President with 9 others goes missing, search launched

A military aircraft carrying Malawi's Vice-President Saulos Chilima and nine others has gone missing, the media reported citing a statement from the President's office.

Jun 11, 2024

Kannada actor Darshan detained in murder case of Chitradurga resident Renukaswamy

Police explained that Darshan's involvement was found in connection with the murder of one Renukaswamy, a resident of Laxmi Venkateshwara Layout in Chitradurga

Jun 11, 2024

Plea filed before SC questioning stock market crash after 2024 poll results

An application has been filed before the Supreme Court requesting the court to direct the Central Government and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to submit a "detailed status report on the share market crash and loss to investors after the announcement of the 2024 Lok Sabha election results."

Jun 11, 2024

Omar Abdullah rules out contesting Assembly elections in Union Territory

Observing that entering the Legislative Assembly of the Union Territory amounts to humiliation and insult, Omar announced that he would contest elections only after full statehood was restored to J&K.

Jun 10, 2024

Shepherd Bushiri's Pledge: A Beacon of Hope Against Hunger in Africa

Minister Jacob Hara further encouraged the spirit of patriotism and collective effort in supporting government development programs.

Jun 10, 2024

Modi 3.0 cabinet: New appointments and portfolios announced [Complete list]

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has unveiled his cabinet for his third term, introducing new faces and reassigning key portfolios to ensure effective governance. Take a look at the complete list of cabinet members, their portfolios, alongside MoS responsibilties.

Jun 10, 2024