CHIEF PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
Army chief reviews security situation along LoC in J-K; meets DGP, other police officers
Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi visited Jammu to review Line of Control security, emphasizing readiness for challenges. His trip included assessments during the ongoing Amarnath Yatra and anti-terror operations, highlighting collaboration between military and civil forces for regional security and development.
Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi calls on Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina
Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi met Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina during his visit, discussing India's support in Bangladesh's 1971 Liberation War. The visit aims to strengthen defense ties and explore naval cooperation. Admiral Tripathi will also meet Bangladesh Navy Chief Admiral M Nazmul Hassan and review a Passing Out Parade at the Bangladesh Naval Academy. The meeting reflects the deep partnership and historical bonds between the two nations, highlighted by recent high-level defense exchanges.
Cleartrip appoints Anuj Rathi as chief business and growth officer
Anuj Rathi has been appointed as the chief business and growth officer of Cleartrip, Flipkart's travel booking unit, replacing Ayyappan R. He announced this in a LinkedIn post on Thursday.
Odisha Cabinet: CM Mohan Charan Majhi keeps home, admin, public relations & water resources; complete list
Deputy CM Kanak Vardhan Singh gets Agriculture and Farmers Empowerment, Energy and Deputy CM Pravati Parida- Women and Child Development, Mission Shakti, Tourism.
IT companies go startups way, appoint chief growth officers
Facing a cautious market and clients tightening their purse strings, IT companies are adopting a strategy from startups and web commerce: creating a new C-suite role – the chief growth officer (CGO).
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath asks ministers to shun VIP culture
Days after BJP's underwhelming Lok Sabha election results, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath urged ministers to shun VIP culture, prioritise public engagement, and coordinate with local representatives. Deputies Maurya and Pathak were absent, citing prior commitments. Adityanath emphasised the government's focus on public interest, instructed ministers to publicise achievements, and outlined plans for economic growth, public outreach, and problem-solving. He stressed the importance of 'Jan Sunvaai' for prompt grievance redressal.
Coach of New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Tejas Rajdhani derails in Ghaziabad, no one hurt: Railways
A coach of the New Delhi-Bhubaneswar Tejas Rajdhani Express derailed at the Ghaziabad station around 9:35 am on Friday, the Northern Railway said. No passenger was hurt in the incident as the train was moving at a "very slow speed", Chief Public Relations Officer, Northern Railway, Deepak Kumar said.
Government seeks candidates for new chief at Indian Oil
The petroleum ministry recommended a tenure extension for SM Vaidya, but the prime minister's office rejected it. Speculation arises about Vaidya's future as his term nears an end.
Mexico's female mayor killed shortly after country elected first woman President
In a shocking incident, Yolanda Sanchez Figueroa, mayor of Cotija in Michoacan, was shot dead shortly after Mexico elected its first female president, Claudia Sheinbaum. Sanchez Figueroa and her bodyguard were attacked near her home.
More than 11,000 poll-related seizure FIRs registered in Andhra Pradesh
In Andhra Pradesh, the Election Commission oversaw the registration of 11,249 seizure FIRs, amounting to Rs 483 crore in cash, liquor, drugs, and other items. Chief Electoral Officer Mukesh Kumar Meena shared data revealing election-related violence, including deaths and injuries, with notable cases of poll violations like EVM smashing and agent kidnapping.
Manipur: Three layer security cordon in all counting centres on June 4
Counting of votes for the General Elections in Manipur will take place on June 4, with a three-layer security cordon enforced at 24 counting centres. Additionally, over two lakh people in Manipur are affected by floods triggered by cyclones.
Mumbai CSMT, Thane platforms being extended to accommodate 24-coach trains: Central Railways
The Central Railways is working on Thane’s platform 5/6 and Mumbai CSMT’s platform 10/11 to run 24-coach trains. A 63-hour megablock that started Thursday midnight has affected suburban services. The block has lead to the cancellation of 930 suburban locals and 86 long-distance trains causing inconvenience to passengers. Extra UTS counters have been opened at Dadar for affected trains.
Europe's cybersecurity chief says disruptive attacks have doubled recently, sees Russia behind many
Disruptive digital attacks, linked to Russia-backed groups, have doubled in the EU, targeting election-related services, per the EU's top cybersecurity official, Juhan Lepassaar of ENISA.
China drills more about intimidation, propaganda than starting war, says Taiwan
China's recent military drills around Taiwan were primarily aimed at propaganda and intimidation rather than initiating conflict, according to Taiwan's top security official, Tsai Ming-yen. These exercises were a reaction to Taiwan President Lai Ching-te's inauguration speech, which China interpreted as a declaration of Taiwanese independence. China, viewing Taiwan as its territory, conducted these drills to demonstrate control over the Taiwan Strait and to intimidate both domestic and international audiences.
Cyclone Remal claims 27 lives in Mizoram; CM allocates Rs 15 crore relief fund
Cyclone Remal has claimed 27 lives in Aizawl district following landslides. Mizoram Chief Minister Lalduhoma has announced comprehensive relief measures to aid those affected by Cyclone Remal within the state.
The rising importance of the chief trust officer
Businesses are emphasizing trust by appointing a Chief Trust Officer (CTrO) to oversee trust-building initiatives. This role involves assessing trust levels within and outside the organisation, focusing on domains like corporate culture, compliance, and customer experience.
HC grants interim protection from arrest to YSRCP MLA who smashed EVM
The Andhra Pradesh High Court granted interim protection from arrest to Macherla YSRCP MLA P Ramakrishna Reddy, who is accused of smashing an EVM on polling day, till June 6 due to his candidacy in the Assembly election. The court issued restrictions to prevent any criminal activity and ensure public tranquility.
Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal urges Election Commission to publish poll-related data
Senior advocate and Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal questioned the Election Commission of India's (ECI's)reluctance to disclose Form 17C, a record of votes polled at polling stations. He demanded transparency by uploading the data on the website to prevent confusion among voters and potential electoral malpractice. He emphasised the importance of accurate and public voter turnout information in a press conference following the ECI's affidavit filed in the Supreme Court.
Joint military exercise 'Shakti': Indian, French armies share drills, expertise in jungle survival techniques
During the ongoing 7th edition of Joint Exercise Shakti, the Indian and French armies are sharing expertise in jungle survival and mountain self-preservation. The exercise, held biennially in India and France, focuses on enhancing joint military capabilities for multi-domain operations in sub-conventional scenarios. With tactical drills including response to terrorism and establishing command posts, Exercise Shakti aims to improve inter-operability and camaraderie between the armed forces of both nations, fostering bilateral relations.
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