Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav was barred from visiting Jayaprakash Narayan International Centre in Lucknow on JP’s birth anniversary, citing security reasons. This move led to Akhilesh criticizing the BJP government and requesting Bihar CM Nitish Kumar to withdraw support from the BJP-led NDA.
Read MoreAbout 193 companies, including Reliance Industries and Maruti Suzuki, have posted over 90,000 internships on the PM Internship scheme portal. The initiative targets 1.2 lakh internships this financial year, aiming to bridge the skill gap in various sectors like oil, gas, and financial services. Internships are available nationwide across 37 states and Union Territories.
Read MorePM Modi emphasizes the need for peace and stability in West Asia and Eurasia, advocating for solutions based on dialogue and respect for international laws. Addressing the East Asia Summit, he underscores the importance of a free Indo-Pacific and concerted action against terrorism, while supporting ASEAN’s approach to Myanmar.
Read MoreIndia’s foreign exchange reserves fell by $3.7 billion to $701.2 billion in the week ended Oct 4, marking the first decline in eight weeks. The drop includes a $3.5 billion decrease in foreign currency and a $40 million reduction in gold value.
Read MoreOver 4 lakh appeals and complaints are pending under the Right to Information Act as of June 30. Backlog has grown due to vacant positions and slow case disposal. Maharashtra has the highest pending cases. Several information commissions have been defunct, including Jharkhand, Telangana, Goa, and Tripura, affecting citizens’ access to information.
Read MoreIndia’s industrial output experienced a contraction of 0.1% in August, marking the first decline in 22 months, predominantly due to a high base effect, reduced mining and electricity output, and a weakened manufacturing sector. Analysts attribute this to temporary factors including monsoon rains and expect no major alarm.
Read MoreBoris Johnson discusses his meetings with Narendra Modi, from their initial meeting in London to his efforts to persuade India to reduce dependence on Russia. He describes India’s historical stance on non-alignment and military ties with Russia, and includes a private conversation with Queen Elizabeth about India’s relations with Russia.
Read MoreThe rupee breached the 84 per dollar mark for the first time, reflecting RBI’s strategic adjustments amid rising crude prices and geopolitical tensions. Dealers suggest the central bank may be preparing for increased volatility due to the Iran-Israel conflict. Despite substantial forex reserves, further depreciation of the rupee is expected to be controlled and...
Read MoreA collision between the Mysuru–Darbhanga Bagmati Express and a stationary freight train on the outskirts of Chennai caused derailment and a fire, leading to injuries for at least 20 passengers. The accident occurred at Kavaraipettai station when the express train mistakenly entered a loop line, shutting down train traffic for rescue operations.
Read MoreThe Cabinet Committee on Security, led by PM Modi, has quietly approved phase III of the Space Based Surveillance (SBS-III), which involves launching 52 spy satellites. These satellites, enhanced with AI, will bolster India’s surveillance capabilities, especially along borders with Pakistan and China. The project aims to improve geo-intelligence and communication between satellites for...
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