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Jaishankar Meets Chinese VP; Says Normalisation Of Ties Can Produce Mutually Beneficial Outcomes

Beijing, Jul 14: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday conveyed to Chinese Vice President Han Zheng that continued normalisation of India-China ties can produce mutually beneficial outcomes and an open exchange of views between the two sides is “very important” considering the “complex” global scenario. The external affairs minister held talks with Zheng shortly…

Jaishankar Meets Chinese VP; Says Normalisation Of Ties Can Produce Mutually Beneficial Outcomes
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Amit Shah Reviews Security Along Indo-Pak Border, Airports With Top Officials
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Amit Shah Reviews Security Along Indo-Pak Border, Airports With Top Officials

New Delhi, May 9: Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday reviewed the prevailing situation along India’s border with Pakistan and airports in the country amid the military conflict between the two countries, sources said. The meeting came hours after the Border Security Force said it has foiled an infiltration bid from across the International Border…

Govt committed to offer 200 units free electricity: CM Omar Abdullah

JAMMU: Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Wednesday said that Jammu and Kashmir aims to achieve self-sufficiency in power generation in next two years, ensuring a reliable electricity supply, and that the government was committed to offering 200 units of free electricity. He said Jammu and Kashmir Power Development Corporation was prioritizing the development of hydroelectric…

Govt committed to offer 200 units free electricity: CM Omar Abdullah
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Grenade attack on police station in north Kashmir’s Baramulla, no casualties: Officials
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Grenade attack on police station in north Kashmir’s Baramulla, no casualties: Officials

BARAMULLA: A suspected grenade attack took place at a police station in north Kashmir's Baramulla district late last night, police said today. "During the night intervening March 4-5, at approximately 2120 hrs, a blast-like sound was heard from the backside of Police Post Old Town, Baramulla, causing concern among the general public. No casualty or…

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CEO dies in freak ‘iron cage’ accident at company event in Hyderabad

HYDERABAD: During the company's silver jubilee festivities at Ramoji Film City here, a freak accident claimed the life of a private company CEO and seriously injured another official, according to police on Friday. The CEO of the company, Sanjay Shah, and a colleague entered an iron cage that was going to be lowered from a height during the festivities on Thursday night. They reported that when the iron chain supporting the cage snapped on one side, they both fell. After being taken to the hospital, they were informed that Shah had died while receiving treatment and that his colleague's health was critical. The police also stated that a complaint had been made by another corporate official, leading them to file a case against the Film City event management authorities.   [caption id="attachment_9328" align="alignnone" width="300"] CEO dies in freak 'iron cage' accident at company event in Hyderabad[/caption]

J&K Sikh Coordination Committee Led By Shriman Mahant Manjit Singh Calls On LG Manoj Sinha

Jammu, Jan 20: Today at Raj Bhawan, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha received a visit from a team of the Sikh Coordination Committee J&K, which is led by its patron, Shriman Mahant Manjit Singh, Chief of Shiromani Dera Nangali Sahib. Shriman Mahant Manjit Singh ji conveyed his appreciation to the Lieutenant Governor-led UT Administration for resolving longstanding difficulties for the Sikh community, such as the placement of Baba Banda Singh Bahadur ji's statue and the execution of the Anand Marriage Act. The group presented the Lieutenant Governor with a charter of demands, which included building the Gurudwara Sahib at Boarding House Tral.The issues of ownership of Gurudwara properties and land by District Gurudwara Parbandhak Committees in accordance with the Sikh Gurdwaras and Religious Endowment Act 1973, the extension of SRO 425 benefits to Sikh Community members residing in the Kashmir valley, land transfer under Section 254 C, and the installation of Maharaja Ranjit Singh ji's statue in Srinagar were also brought to the attention of the Lieutenant Governor. The delegation's members received assurances from the Lieutenant Governor that their concerns would be looked into and addressed as soon as possible. In attendance was S. Ajit Singh, the chairman of the Sikh Coordination Committee for J&K. [caption id="attachment_9322" align="alignnone" width="300"] J&K Sikh Coordination Committee Led By Shriman Mahant Manjit Singh Calls On LG Manoj Sinha[/caption]      

Govt Suspends 3 Directors Of SAIL, NMDC With Immediate Effect

NEW DELHI, Jan 20: According to exchange filings by the businesses, the Steel Ministry has suspended one director of iron ore giant NMDC and two board-level officers of steel PSU SAIL for alleged misbehaviour. In a report to the BSE, the steel PSU stated that SAIL has also suspended 26 other personnel for violating its code of conduct, effective immediately. According to the filing, the Ministry of Steel suspended V.S. Chakravarthy, Director of Commercial, and A.K. Tulsiani, Director of Finance, with immediate effect through letters dated January 19, 2024, "in exercise of the powers conferred by sub-rule (1) of Rule 20 of the Conduct, Discipline and Appeal Rules, 1977 of Steel Authority of India Limited."An additional Steel Ministry PSU Additionally, NMDC declared that V. Suresh, a board-level official, had been suspended effective immediately. "Ministry of Steel has placed V. Suresh, Director (Commercial), NMDC Ltd. under suspension with immediate effect in exercise of the powers granted by sub-rule 1 of Rule 20 of the Conduct, Discipline and Appeal Rules, 1978 of NMDC Ltd.," the company stated. Additionally, SAIL announced that 26 of the company's below-board personnel have been suspended immediately. Additionally, the business has appointed several below-board authorities, such as S.K.(Marketing Services), suspended effective immediately," the statement read. SAIL said in a different statement that the matter concerns some investigations being conducted in compliance with Lokpal's directives. "The company's business is being carried out as usual and it will not impact the performance of the company," stated SAIL Chairman Amarendu Prakash. Our commitment is to maintain the utmost levels of ethical behaviour and corporate governance. SAIL is still a powerful player in the market, putting a great emphasis on customer satisfaction and quality. The largest steel manufacturer in the nation is SAIL, which is a division of the Ministry of Steel, and the largest producer of iron ore in India is NMDC. [caption id="attachment_9319" align="alignnone" width="300"] Govt Suspends 3 Directors Of SAIL, NMDC With Immediate Effect[/caption]        

ED Officials Reach Jharkhand CM Soren’s Residence To Question Him In Money Laundering Case

RANCHI, Jan 20: Chief Minister Hemant Soren was questioned by Enforcement Directorate (ED) agents on Saturday at his home in this city under heavy security as part of a money laundering investigation related to a purported land fraud. The 48-year-old Soren, who also serves as the executive president of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM), the ruling party, had previously ignored seven ED summonses. After the investigation agency called him for the eighth time, he eventually agreed. Around 1:00 pm, the ED investigators arrived at Soren's house, and an official announced that questioning would shortly begin. He stated that the CISF, which is in charge of the ED officials' protection, is monitoring activity surrounding Soren's house with high-resolution body cameras. [caption id="attachment_9313" align="alignnone" width="300"] ED Officials Reach Jharkhand CM Soren’s Residence To Question Him In Money Laundering Case[/caption]  

Creativity, Sensitivity Make A Person Relevant In Age Of Machines & AI: Rajnath

New Delhi, Jan 20: According to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, in the current era of computers and artificial intelligence, a person's employability would be determined by their inventiveness, interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and sensitivity. Speaking to the cadets on Saturday during his visit to the Republic Day Camp at Delhi Cantt, the Minister of Defence expressed gratitude to the NCC for providing the cadets with these skills and making sure they are developed holistically to be future leaders of the country.According to an official statement, Rajnath shared his thoughts on the emergence of artificial intelligence in the current technologically advanced world and predicted that as time goes on and improvements continue, people would start concentrating more on pursuing careers in fields where machines are unable to perform required duties. He emphasised, however, that although machines could carry out mental and physical duties, they are not capable of creativity, consciousness, or social development like humans. He made the argument that the NCC is essential in this situation.The Minister stated, "The NCC is guaranteeing the overall growth of cadets via its numerous projects and programmes by strengthening their social skills, imparting a sense of patriotism and national pride, and building their physical, mental, and emotional strength. It is crucial that the cadets absorb these traits in addition to their academics. This will enable them to fully contribute to the nation's advancement. Singh awarded the NCC cadets Commendation Cards and the Raksha Mantri Padak on this special occasion in recognition of their outstanding work and commitment to duty.Senior Under Officer Makkatira Kalpana Kuttappa of the Karnataka & Goa Directorate and Junior Under Officer Dechen Chuskit of the Jammu Kashmir & Ladakh Directorate received the Raksha Mantri Padaks this year. Under Officer Amar Morang of the North Eastern Region Directorate and Senior Under Officer Jyotirmaya Singh Chauhan of the Uttar Pradesh Directorate received their Raksha Mantri Commendation Cards. The Raksha Mantri had earlier inspected an outstanding "Guard of Honour" that the NCC cadets from the Army, Navy, and Air Force had presented. On this occasion, prominent NCC and Ministry of Defence officials were in attendance, including DG NCC Lt Gen Gurbirpal Singh. [caption id="attachment_9310" align="alignnone" width="300"] Creativity, Sensitivity Make A Person Relevant In Age Of Machines & AI: Rajnath[/caption]  

‘Don’t care what others do, I’ll go’: AAP’s Harbhajan Singh on Ram Mandir inauguration

NEW DELHI: Despite the position most opposition parties have taken on the Ram Mandir inauguration, former cricketer and AAP MP Harbhajan Singh announced on Saturday that he will attend the 'Pran Pratistha' (consecration) ceremony of Ram Lalla (Lord Ram's idol) on January 22 at Ayodhya. "I will attend the ceremony regardless of who else wants to go or not; Congress, other parties, or even myself, will undoubtedly go. This is where I stand as a personal God-believer. "Anybody who is against me going to the Ram Mandir can do as they please," Harbhajan Singh, also known as "Bhajji," said to a news agency.His comments coincided with opposition parties calling for a boycott of the Ram Mandir inauguration on January 22, claiming that the BJP is politicising the occasion and that they would not support the party's plan to exploit the temple opening as a political tool for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. "It is our good fortune that this temple is being built at this time, so we should all go and get blessings (from Lord Ram)....I am definitely going to the (Ram Mandir inauguration) to seek blessings (from Lord Ram)," the Member of Parliament for AAP stated. Days prior, Harbhajan Singh, the leader of his party and the chief minister of Delhi, had stated that he would not be attending the event on January 22 and that he has not yet received a "formal invitation" for the "Pran Pratistha." He continued by saying that, after January 22, he and his spouse, kids, and parents will go to the temple. [caption id="attachment_9307" align="alignnone" width="300"] 'Don't care what others do, I'll go': AAP's Harbhajan Singh on Ram Mandir inauguration[/caption]