Shiv Sena MP bags Sansad Ratna award

Dr Shrikant Eknath Shinde, Shiv Sena MP from Kalyan, received the Sansad Ratna award at Maharashtra Sadan in New Delhi for his active participation in 17th Lok Sabha proceedings. He raised 556 questions, participated in 67 discussions, and works tirelessly for the betterment of his constituency.

February 22, 2024 at 12:18AM

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Article 370’s removal erases dynasty politics hurdles in J&K: Modi

PM Modi launched over 220 projects worth Rs 32,000 crore in J&K, broadening its prospects for development and peace. He highlighted the transformation in J&K since the removal of Article 370, focusing on education, social justice, tourism, and infrastructure boost.

February 21, 2024 at 12:57AM

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Indian diesel floods to Asia as Houthis imperil flows to Europe

Shipments of diesel from India to Europe are at their lowest since 2022 due to Houthi attacks on merchant shipping. Higher freight costs and refinery maintenance in Asia have made it more economically viable to send cargo to Asia. Recent shipments on Marlin Sicily and Marlin La Plata are headed for Rotterdam.

February 20, 2024 at 09:43AM

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Tribal outfit’s call to skip work paralyses offices in Manipur dist

Govt offices in Manipur's Churachandpur district had low attendance due to ITLF's appeal. A head constable was suspended after a viral video. A mob attacked the DC and SP office resulting in casualties. Work came to a standstill in public works, fishery, agriculture, and forest departments.

February 20, 2024 at 12:46AM

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How Russia-Ukraine war is boosting US economy, defense industry

India faces criticism for profiting from Ukraine war through purchasing Russian oil. The US economy benefits from the war, with defense contractors like Lockheed Martin seeing gains. Global defense spending has increased, and there is a shift towards strengthening defense collaborations. The USA’s arms exports grew by 14 per cent between 2013–17 and 2018–22 and its share of total global arms exports rose from 33 per cent to 40 per cent.

February 19, 2024 at 02:28PM

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Army eyes ₹57,000 cr project to make combat vehicles

Indian Army plans major upgrade of tanks and induction of new-generation tanks. Upgrade aims to address poor tactics observed in Ukraine war. Future ready combat vehicles (FRCVs) to have AI and active protection system.

February 19, 2024 at 12:18AM

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4 women among 10 killed in TN firecracker factory blast

An explosion at a firecracker unit in Ramuthevanpatti, Virudhunagar, caused by friction while mixing chemicals, killed 10 workers and injured 3. CM M K Stalin announced a solatium. Alangulam police are investigating. The collector plans to order permanent closure of units with violations.

February 18, 2024 at 12:47AM

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Why K'taka's oppn leader has accused Infosys of 'betrayal at its best'

Karnataka BJP MLA Arvind Bellad criticizes Infosys for acquiring land at a lower price, promising job creation but failing to deliver. He demands that the government reclaim the land.

February 16, 2024 at 07:42AM

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Farooq rules out NC alliance with Cong, but Omar says talks are on

The National Conference's decision to go it alone in J&K and Ladakh startled Congress, which had been assured of the ally's commitment to the INDIA bloc following a meeting this week, and even rejected a stray warning from sources about Abdullah's reluctance to join forces. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh's reaction to Farooq Abdullah's shocker insinuated extraneous pressure on NC.

February 16, 2024 at 01:06AM

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ED's 6th summons to Arvind Kejriwal, tells him to appear February 19

Delhi CM Kejriwal summoned by Enforcement Directorate to join investigation in excise policy scam and money laundering case. AAP accused of taking bribes from liquor cartel. Colleagues in custody. Kejriwal summoned by court for non-compliance. Court orders Kejriwal to explain under IPC Section 174 and PMLA. Kejriwal must comply with Section 50(3) of PMLA.

February 15, 2024 at 01:00AM

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