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"Risk and Hardship Allowance will be given at the rate of 40 per cent to NDRF," says Amit Shah at NDRF Flag-in Ceremony
Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the NDRF at the Flag-in ceremony of their Mountaineering Expedition Vijay, commending their successful 'Parvatarohan' campaign. He emphasized how such endeavors can be both a passion and a duty, fostering strength and perseverance. Shah highlighted the government's approval to increase Risk and Hardship Allowance by 40% for NDRF personnel, expressing joy for the 16,000 rescue members. He also announced plans for CAPF teams to participate in international competitions, underscoring the global reliance on NDRF during disasters for boosting morale and support worldwide.
No planned date to return to Earth for two NASA astronauts due to issues with Boeing Starliner spacecraft
Two NASA astronauts, Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams, are still waiting aboard the International Space Station (ISS) due to mechanical issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. Initially scheduled to return on June 14, their return has been delayed multiple times, leaving them without a planned date to come back to Earth.
Best cruise lines to choose if you are planning a vacation this summer
Exploring the vast sea, taking a complete rest and relaxation along the shorelines and eating fresh fish is always the royal desire of tourists looking forward to a memorable vacation. Cruise lines understand these needs of travelers and cater to them by offering a multitude of deals and offers for a splendid trip at sea.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33: See when will game release and check out platforms, gameplay and storyline
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a turn-based RPG from Sandfall Interactive, releases in 2025 on PC, Xbox Series X|S and PS5. It features real-time combat mechanics and a unique story inspired by Belle Époque France.
Will robots serve better than humans in search of Titanic artifacts? July mission after OceanGate's Titan tragedy
After the Titan disaster, the RMS Titanic company is planning for the July expedition, for which they will use robots instead of humans. Meanwhile, submersible industry specialists are pushing for more stringent international rules to avert yet another tragedy.
Assam government to establish Directorate of Prosecution to expedite legal processes
Assam government inaugurated new judicial court building in Sivasagar district. Chief Minister emphasized the need for robust justice delivery system. He also visited Lachit Maidam in Jorhat district for development project phase 2.
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'Survivor' Season 50: Will it be longer with more contestants? This is what CBS President has said
The US version of the 'Survivor' series premiered on May 31, 2000, on CBS. Jeff Probst hosts the show and also works as an executive producer along with Mark Burnett and the original creator, Parsons.
Real-life Tony Stark, Larry Connor plans his next adventure to Titanic wreck a year after OceanGate
Ohio billionaire Larry Connor is preparing for a daring return expedition to the Titanic wreck, partnering with Triton Submarines CEO Patrick Lahey to develop a new submersible for the mission. The new submersible, Triton 4000/2 Abyssal Explorer, is designed to dive to depths of 4,000 meters and features unique "Gull Wings" to protect marine life. Connor's determination was strengthened after the tragic implosion of the Titan submersible last year, which resulted in the loss of five passengers. The mission aims to demonstrate the safety and potential of deep-sea exploration while highlighting the wonders of the ocean.
Millions of gold coins, jewelry buried in the Caribbean Sea. US, or Colombia, who will take it home?
Millions of gold coins, chests full of jewels and gold, and more than 600 passengers were on the ship 'San Jose' when an English squadron in the Caribbean Sea near Colombia attacked it. What happened afterward?
Israel strikes rocket launchers aimed at border crossing expediting aid deliveries
An Israeli airstrike destroyed two rocket launchers in Rafah targeting the Kerem Shalom border crossing, the IDF reported. This week, 2,000 aid trucks entered Gaza, mostly through Kerem Shalom, crucial since Egypt closed its Rafah border after Israel's takeover. Undelivered food rots on Egypt's side. IDF operations in Rafah eliminated Hamas squads and uncovered weapons caches. In northern Gaza, a Hamas arms stash was found in a school. Israeli airstrikes hit 50 targets, including weapons facilities. Hamas's October 7 attacks killed 1,200 people and took 252 hostages, with 125 remaining, 39 presumed dead.
Purnima Shrestha of Nepal breaks the record by climbing Mount Everest three times in two weeks
Nepali photojournalist Purnima Shrestha achieves record-breaking feat by summiting Mount Everest thrice in one climbing season, making history. She previously climbed Everest four times, with her latest ascent on May 12. Her achievement recognized by Nima Doma Sherpa as a first in mountaineering history.
Survivor Season 46 Finale: Check out release date, time and where to watch
The Survivor Season 46 finale airs on CBS on May 22, 2024, at 8:00 pm EST. It will also be available on Paramount+. No official trailer is available yet. Five contestants remain in the game.
Nepal's Everest Man- Kami Rita climbs Mount Everest for a record 30th time
Kami Rita Sherpa, from Thame village in Solukhumbu, Nepal, set a world record with his 30th Mount Everest summit. Khimlal Gautam, Chief of the Expedition Monitoring, confirmed the achievement. He is a Senior Guide at Seven Summit Treks.
Election Commission flags off cycling expedition to world's highest polling station in Himachal Pradesh's Tashigang
The Election Commission of India (ECI) launched an awareness program with two cyclists to boost voter turnout in Himachal Pradesh. The program targets young voters. The awareness program, led by the Chief Electoral Officer, flagged off from Shimla to the world's highest polling station at Tashigang to encourage voters to participate in the elections on June 1.
Significant progress made in expediting India-assisted projects in Maldives: Foreign Minister Zameer
Maldivian Foreign Minister Moosa Zameer highlighted progress in India-assisted projects in the Maldives during his recent bilateral visit to India. Discussions with Indian counterpart S Jaishankar focused on accelerating these projects' execution. India agreed to extend the repayment deadline for USD 150 million of a debt, with no conditions attached. Zameer emphasized the Maldives' commitment to completing these initiatives and reiterated this stance during his India visit. Jaishankar emphasized the importance of India's ongoing projects in the Maldives.
Nepal's mountaineer Kami Rita summits Mt Everest for a record 29th time
Nepal's Kami Rita Sherpa, also known as 'Everest Man', broke his own record by scaling Mount Everest for the 29th time. The 54-year-old climber summited at 7:25 AM (NST) on Sunday, leading an expedition by Seven Summit Treks. He plans to climb twice this season, setting a remarkable milestone.
Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams set to fly into space for a third time on Tuesday
Indian-origin astronaut Sunita Williams, alongside Butch Wilmore, embarks on a significant mission flying Boeing's Starliner from Florida to the International Space Station, overcoming delays and contributing to the Commercial Crew Programme.
Vi expedites talks with Nokia and Ericsson for 4G network upgrade, may include 5G deals too
Vodafone Idea rushes talks with Nokia, Ericsson for 4G upgrade. 5G orders expected after spectrum auction, elections. Telco focuses on network expansion and market share growth.
Expedite sanction of Rs 387 crore for hybrid hearings, HC asks Delhi government
The bench, also comprising Justice Manmeet P S Arora, ordered that two pilot courts would be set up initially in each district to assess their performance before implementing the project in all other courts. The court's order came on a petition by lawyer Anil Kumar Hajelay, filed in 2021 during the COVID-19 pandemic, seeking various prayers including hybrid hearings in district courts.
Situation in district courts' record rooms 'grim', expedite process of weeding out files: Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court has expressed concern over the state of record rooms in district courts, where case documents are stored, calling the situation "grim." It has directed the principal district and sessions judges of all district courts in Delhi to oversee the process of weeding out case records promptly and to monitor it regularly. Amendments have been made, criteria for weeding out files have been set, committees have been formed, and around 52,000 files have already been weeded out. Quarterly reports on progress are required, with the next compliance hearing scheduled for September 2.
Tri-services all-women crew completes challenging sailing expedition
Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force women officers completed a challenging sailing expedition in the Arabian Sea, preparing for the Around the World Sailing Competition. They showcased physical prowess, mental fortitude, and navigational skills, inspiring inclusivity and diversity in maritime endeavors.
India, UK discuss prioritising extradition requests, expediting action under mutual legal assistance treaty
A number of fugitives from India including former Kingfisher Airlines promoter Vijay Mallya, diamantaire Nirav Modi and arms dealer Sanjay Bhandari besides separatists from Punjab and wanted terrorist sympathisers are based in the United Kingdom and their extradition is being pursued by agencies.
India EV policy to help global car companies expedite investment decisions: Skoda senior executive
Petr Janeba's comments come at a time when Skoda Auto Volkswagen India is in the process of finalising its next phase of investment. Skoda leads the Volkswagen Group’s strategy in India. The VW Group comprises Skoda, VW, Porsche, and Audi, among other brands.
Now a VIP or PMO can help you to expedite pending tax appeals; Know how to file request for expedition
CBDT has revised the situations when a individual or income tax assessing officer (AO) can file a request for expedition of tax appeal cases. "Cases where a VIP/PMO reference is received for expeditious disposal," said the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) in a order dated March 7, 2024. This order is not in public domain.
US officials urge UnitedHealth to expedite payments to providers
Officials from the US Department of Labor and the US Department of Health and Human Services urged UnitedHealth (UHG) to take "responsibility to ensure no provider is compromised by their cash flow challenges stemming from this cyberattack on Change Healthcare."
Oyo approaches SEBI to expedite IPO approval
Oyo is keen to expedite its IPO approval and is said to have informed the regulator about a partial prepayment of $200 million of Oyo's outstanding Term Loan B (TLB) from its books and the consequent positive commentary by the international rating firms Moody’s and Fitch, the people cited above said.
Banks to expedite resolution with exporters for trade facilitation
On Monday, financial services secretary Vivek Joshi held a review meeting to address banking and insurance related issues faced by exporters and importers. "To ensure a seamless process, banks were advised to engage with clients to expedite resolution of their problems while appropriately examining compliance requirements," the ministry noted in a statement.
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