CABINET SECRETARY
Manipur assembly session from July 31
The Manipur government plans to convene the Legislative Assembly on July 31, following recent violence between the Meitei and Kuki-Zomi communities. The Indigenous Tribal Leaders' Forum has raised concerns over alleged bias by security forces and called for a political solution to the ongoing conflict. The forum also disputed the Chief Minister's claim of peace talks and requested the introduction of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act in certain areas. Ethnic tensions have resulted in casualties, injuries, and displacement since May last year. Stay informed for further developments on the situation in Manipur.
Allies inducted in several Cabinet committees
The BJP-led NDA government established Cabinet committees and included allies in the critical panel on economic affairs, which convenes more frequently. The government also renamed the Cabinet Committee on Skill and Employment to include 'Livelihood'.
Asian shares subdued, yen hits record low versus euro
Asian shares subdued, yen at record low. Nasdaq tumbled, Dow Jones rallied. Chinese stocks slightly higher. U.S. PCE price index awaited. Investors cautious ahead of U.S. price data, U.S. presidential debate, French election.
First Cabinet meeting of new Andhra Pradesh govt on June 24
The first Cabinet meeting of the new NDA government in Andhra Pradesh, led by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, is set for June 24. The NDA government includes TDP, BJP, and Janasena. The meeting, starting at 10 am on Monday in the first block of the Secretariat, was announced by Chief Secretary Neerabh Kumar Prasad. Departments were instructed to submit their agenda. The 25-member Cabinet comprises 17 new and 8 experienced ministers.
Arvind Kejriwal’s absence affecting policy decisions, welfare measures? All you need to know
Several important initiatives are stalled, including the appointment of a new minister to replace Raaj Kumar Anand, who resigned ahead of the Lok Sabha polls; the Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana, which provides Rs 1,000 per month to women over 18; revisions to dearness allowance in minimum wages; and policies for the maintenance and strengthening of Delhi’s arterial roads. Proposals for modernising Delhi, such as cloud kitchens, food trucks, Dilli Bazaar, start-ups, and industrial and economic development policies, also await approval.
Japan issues fresh warning against yen bears as currency slides
Japanese authorities, led by Masato Kanda, are prepared to address speculative and volatile movements in the currency market to protect the economy without altering market trends.
Centre gives third extension to AYUSH Secretary Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha
The Centre extends AYUSH Secretary Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha's tenure by one year, making it his third extension. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approves the extension. PM Modi to lead International Day of Yoga celebrations at SKICC in Srinagar on June 21.
PM Modi's Principal Secretary PK Mishra, NSA Ajit Doval get 5-year extension
Prime Minister Narendra Modi granted a five-year extension to Principal Secretary PK Mishra and National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, showing continuity and experience in his core team of Union ministers. The crucial Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) remains unchanged with key ministers continuing in their roles.
Chandrababu Naidu sworn-in as new Andhra CM: Here is full list of AP ministers
Chandrababu Naidu Ministry: Chandrababu Naidu was sworn in as Andhra Pradesh's 18th chief minister, with Prime Minister Modi and other leaders in attendance. Naidu leads the TDP-BJP-Janasena alliance, which won a majority in the assembly. His cabinet includes 21 TDP members, three from Janasena, and one from the BJP. Janasena's Pawan Kalyan also took oath as a minister.
Signing in: Modi-led new govt gets into work gear as ministers assume charge
Prime Minister Modi's third-term government commenced with ministers assuming office, focusing on continuity and change. Key portfolios remained with experienced leaders. Priorities include promoting India's global stance and internal development, addressing issues like China relations, and enhancing citizen services. Ministers pledged to fulfill Modi's vision of a prosperous and united Bharat.
Jailed Jharkhand Minister Alamgir Alam resigns from state cabinet
Jharkhand Minister Alamgir Alam, embroiled in a money laundering case, has resigned from the state cabinet and as the leader of the Congress Legislature Party. His resignation comes after being arrested by the Enforcement Directorate following the seizure of Rs 32 crore cash linked to his aide. The BJP opposition had demanded his removal from the cabinet. Earlier, the chief minister had taken over Alam's portfolios.
Modi's Cabinet: George Kurien's ministership an honour of original faithful
George Kurien, a dyed-in-the-wool BJP man from Kerala, has been chosen as a minister in the third Modi government. He has been unwaveringly loyal to the BJP since his student days, working to advance the party in Kerala against the Congress and Left tides.
Bandi Sanjay Kumar sworn in as Union Minister: Everything you need to know BJP's firebrand leader
Bandi Sanjay Kumar has been appointed as a Union Minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new government. Kumar, who has been the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Karimnagar constituency since 2019, played a significant role in expanding the BJP's influence in Telangana during his tenure as state party chief. As Kumar takes on his new role, here’s a closer look at his political journey and achievements.
Bandi Sanjay's family elated over his name figuring in ministerial berth in NDA Cabinet
As Bandi Sanjay Kumar is expected to join the Union council of ministers, his family celebrated and thanked BJP leaders and supporters. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take oath for his third consecutive term on Sunday. Kumar's wife, Aparna, expressed immense joy, calling it the best moment of their lives.
Model code of conduct lifted, says Election Commission
The model code of conduct, imposed during the Lok Sabha election, has been lifted by the Election Commission after the results were declared in Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh.
Japan’s shocking population decline calls for urgent action, govt to take these actions, offer financial help
Birth rate and number of marriages have once again again Japan. This has prompted an urgent budgetary intervention by the government.
North Korea says its latest satellite launch exploded in flight
North Korea's attempt to launch a new military reconnaissance satellite ended in failure on Monday when a newly developed rocket engine exploded in flight. The launch came just hours after Pyongyang issued a warning that it would try to launch a satellite by June 4. The launch became the nuclear-armed North's latest failure, following two other fiery crashes last year. It successfully placed its first spy satellite in orbit in November.
RBI approves appointment of Pradeep Kumar Sinha as Part-time Chairman of ICICI Bank
The RBI has approved Pradeep Kumar Sinha's appointment as Part-time Chairman of ICICI Bank, effective July 1, 2024, for a three-year term.
CGHS recast in works to cut red tape and dues, link with Ayushman Bharat
It is learnt that the cabinet secretary has been holding rounds of discussions with stakeholder ministries and departments over the last few weeks to address various problems currently ailing the CGHS - from flagging partnership with major private hospitals amid pending dues to taxing referral system and shortage of doctors and healthcare staff to the simmering concern on linkage of CGHS cards with the digitalised Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) cards.
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