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HM Amit Shah suggests creation of large ponds in northeast, use of ISRO data for flood control
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has proposed the creation of at least 50 large ponds in the northeast to divert water from the Brahmaputra River, aiming to help tackle floods and develop agriculture, irrigation, and tourism. He also highlighted the importance of using satellite imagery provided by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for flood and water management. Shah also highlighted the need to upgrade the forecast system of river water levels for better flood management.
Sri Lanka Navy arrests four Indian fishermen
Early Tuesday, the Sri Lanka Navy arrested four Indian fishermen and seized their trawler for allegedly poaching near Delft Island, Jaffna. This incident brings the total number of Indian fishermen arrested in 2024 to 182, with 25 trawlers seized. The issue will be addressed during External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar's visit on June 20.
The world's now oysterer: Why a coalition govt will likely add to India’s geopolitical heft, not reduce it
The Modi government has already set out to tweak its image. In his first address to NDA members on June 7, the PM said his government believed in the philosophy of 'Sarva Panth Sambhava' (all religions are equal)'. At the diplomatic level, the image of a friendly and more accommodating government would help win many more friends.
India's helicopters being flown with Maldives defence personnel onboard: media report
Weeks after India withdrew its military personnel from the Maldives, the two helicopters gifted by New Delhi are still operational, flown with a Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) soldier on board. President Mohamed Muizzu, who pledged to remove Indian military presence, saw the repatriation of the last personnel by May 10. India replaced its military staff with civilians to continue operating the donated helicopters and Dornier aircraft, used for medical evacuations and humanitarian missions, maintaining defense ties despite local political changes.
Delhi sees first heat-related death this year
Delhi reported its first heat-related death this year as temperatures soared to unprecedented levels, with a record high of 52.9 degrees Celsius (127.22°F) in Mungeshpur. Other parts of the city recorded temperatures between 45.2 C and 49.1 C. A 40-year-old laborer died of heatstroke on Wednesday, marking the first fatality due to the extreme heat.
Inside the illicit trade of exotic animals from Myanmar to India
The civil war in Myanmar and resultant anarchy in border areas have given a new life to the smuggling of wildlife—from marmoset monkeys to green anacondas—to India. A complex network of wildlife smuggling involving exotic animals from various countries being trafficked through Myanmar to Indian metro cities like Kolkata.
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Lok Sabha Polls: Former Indian cricket team captain MS Dhoni casts vote in Ranchi
Ranchi Lok Sabha Election 2024: Former Indian cricket team captain MS Dhoni arrived at a polling station in Ranchi on Saturday to vote in the Lok Sabha election. Earlier today, Gautam Gambhir, a former cricketer, also participated in voting during the sixth phase of the elections in Delhi.
ETMarkets AIF Talk: Fund Manager with Rs 1,000 cr portfolio nearly doubles wealth in a year; holds 10% cash amid election uncertainty
Arun Chulani, Co-Founder of First Water Capital, discusses the fund's impressive performance, achieving over 90% growth in the last year and 40% CAGR in 3 years. The fund has consistently ranked no.1 on BarclayHedge's Top 10 equity funds. he says: "Our performance is a reflection of our core philosophy, which starts with value, concentration, and betting on a country with long-term tailwinds—that of India."
Hic! Hic! Hurray: How Indian single malt whiskies are increasingly finding global cheer
Once an unheard-of category in international markets, Indian single malts are now commanding a premium for their artisanal and limited-edition whiskies. What has led to the turn of the tide in this fiercely competitive segment?
Five Indian sailors on MSC Aries released, depart from Iran
The Indian Embassy, while sharing details of their release, thanked the Iranian authorities for their close coordination with the Embassy and Indian Consulate in Bandar Abbas.
Chinese warships have been docked in Cambodia for 5 months, but government says it's not permanent
Cambodia's Defense Ministry insisted Wednesday that the months-long presence of two Chinese warships in a strategically important naval base that is being newly expanded with funding from Beijing does not constitute a permanent deployment of the Chinese military in the country.
India can't, in the name of open economy, open up its national security to work with China: S Jaishankar
From the big shifts in foreign policy under the Modi government, the China challenge to CAA and the heat and dust of electoral politics, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar touched on a range of topics in a freewheeling discussion at the ET Roundtable.
Talks between India and China going on "well": Rajnath Singh on possible resolution of Eastern Ladakh row
Under the theaterisation model, the government seeks to integrate the capabilities of the Army, Air Force and Navy and optimally utilise their resources for wars and operations. "The theaterisation process has started. There has been progress on it. Consensus is emerging on it among the three services as it will ensure better utilisation of resources and enhance the military's overall capabilities," the defence minister said.
Iran releases all crew members of seized vessel MSC Aries including 17 Indians on 'humanitarian' grounds'
Iran has announced the release of all crew members aboard the Portuguese-flagged cargo vessel MSC Aries, which included 17 Indians out of a total of 25 crew. Iranian Foreign Minister Amir Abdollahian mentioned this during a phone conversation with Estonian counterpart Margus Tsahkna. The release comes after the vessel, linked to Israel, was seized by Iran's military on April 13. The Iranian foreign ministry stated that the ship's crew was released on humanitarian grounds, but the vessel remains detained under judicial rules due to navigation security concerns.
Lok Sabha polls: The hot election has more heat around it
Lok Sabha Elections: As a scorching summer begins, investors are looking for winning stocks that can rise on a heat wave. Shares of air cooler makers and power generators have already rallied. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of extreme heat during the April-June period. The heat wave is a concern for politicians and voters alike. The Election Commission is making mid-poll corrections to boost voter turnout amidst the scorching temperatures. The impact of heat waves extends beyond business and economy, affecting voter participation and campaign strategies.
17 Indians among 25 crew on ship seized by Iran; India in touch with Iran to secure release of Indians
The Strait of Hormuz connects the Gulf with the Indian Ocean and, according to the US Energy Information Administration, more than a fifth of annual global oil consumption passes through it each year. A video shared on social media appeared to show people descending from a helicopter onto the deck of the Aries using a rope. Vessel tracking websites, vesselfinder.com and marinetraffic.com, say MSC Aries is a Portuguese-flagged container ship and gave its last reported position as in the Gulf.
'No ground' for Indian request for return of Kachchatheevu: Sri Lanka minister
The senior Sri Lankan Tamil politician's comments came days after the Narendra Modi government targeted the Congress Party and its ally the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) in Tamil Nadu accusing them of overlooking national interests in the ceding of Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka in 1974.
Centre issues guidelines to states, UTs on preventing hospital fires during summer months
According to sources, the Union health ministry and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) have issued a joint advisory to all states and Union territories underscoring the paramount importance of proactive measures in preventing such devastating incidents on the directions of the prime minister.
Sri Lanka arrests 18 more Indian fishermen for allegedly poaching in its waters
The Sri Lankan Navy has arrested 18 Indian fishermen and seized their trawlers for allegedly poaching in the country's waters. The issue is contentious in the ties between India and Sri Lanka, with Lankan Navy personnel firing at Indian fishermen in the Palk Strait and seizing their boats in several alleged incidents of illegally entering Sri Lankan territorial waters.
Sri Lanka arrests 10 Indian fishermen for allegedly poaching in its waters; second incident in week
10 Indian fishermen arrested for poaching in Sri Lankan waters, along with their trawler. Sri Lankan Navy apprehended them north of Point Pedro, Jaffna. Previously, 12 Indian fishermen were arrested for the same offense. The Palk Strait, separating Tamil Nadu from Sri Lanka, is a contentious fishing ground. Indian fishermen have been arrested before for crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line.
Lakshadweep being discussed across the world after PM's visit, says its administrator
"At the moment there is a small airport. Looking at this, the prime minister has directed us to work towards developing a proper airport. We have submitted proposals for the airport to the Union government. We have leant that a big airport will be constructed in Lakshadweep very soon," Patel told PTI.
PM Modi reaches out to Muslim-dominated Lakshadweep, says it is small in size, big in heart
Addressing the gathering after launching the projects, PM Modi took a dig at the previous non-BJP governments at the Centre, stating that their only priority for decades was the development of their own political parties.
Sri Lanka arrests 14 Indian fishermen for allegedly poaching in its waters
The Sri Lanka Navy has arrested 14 Indian fishermen and seized their trawlers for allegedly poaching in the country's waters, bringing the total arrests to nearly 240 this year. Fisheries Minister Douglas Devananda called for a top-level diplomatic solution to address the issue of "Indian fishermen doing illegal fishing" in Sri Lankan waters.
Arsenic found in groundwater in 25 states, fluoride in 27 states
The CGWB under the Ministry of Jal Shakti conducts regular monitoring and assessment of groundwater quality including ground water contamination of Arsenic and Fluoride. The board has carried out various studies in collaboration with other institutions, he said.
UK unveils £10 million aid for Palestinian civilians caught up in conflict
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced £10 million in humanitarian aid funding for civilians in the Occupied Palestinian Territories (OPTs) in response to the Israel-Gaza conflict. He condemned Hamas' actions and called for immediate access for humanitarian organizations to deliver aid.
Territorial Army recruits Mandarin language experts on it's 75th Raising Day
India's Territorial Army, celebrating its 75th year of existence, has recruited a batch of Mandarin language experts to serve as interpreters during Border Personnel Meetings between India and China. The TA is also in the process of hiring cyber security experts. The TA, which operates on the concept of a 'citizen soldier's army', provides an opportunity for volunteer citizens of India to serve the nation in uniform.
China agitates neighbors as it maps out territorial claims
China's Ministry of Natural Resources has published a new map that asserts its territorial claims, angering neighboring countries. Five ASEAN nations, including the Philippines and Vietnam, have denounced China's "creative cartography" in the South China Sea. The map shows an expanded version of China's controversial Nine-Dash Line, now with ten dashes, and claims territories including the Natuna Islands of Indonesia and the eastern part of Taiwan.
Nine Indian fishermen arrested for alleged poaching in Sri Lanka's territorial waters
The Sri Lankan Navy has arrested nine Indian fishermen and seized two trawlers for allegedly poaching in the country's territorial waters, according to an official statement on Tuesday. The arrests were made near Delft Island, Jaffna. The fishermen, from Tamil Nadu, were apprehended on Monday, the Navy said.
13.5 crore Indians moved out of multidimensional poverty in five years, says Niti Aayog report
India witnessed a significant reduction of multidimensional poverty with 13.5 crore people moving out of it between 2015-16 and 2019-21, according to a report by Niti Aayog. The highest reduction was seen in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha and Rajasthan. The National MPI measures poverty through health, education, and standard of living represented by 12 SDG-aligned indicators.
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