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BJP-led Centre incompetent to conduct NEET, says DMK's Annadurai
Reiterating its opposition to the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET), the DMK has criticized the BJP-led central government, calling it incompetent in handling the exam's scale. DMK spokesperson Saravanan Annadurai emphasized the party's stance against NEET, citing its adverse impact on social justice and disadvantaged communities. Prime Minister Narendra Modi assured that the government is seriously addressing NEET-related issues. Allegations of paper leaks have led to significant opposition criticism, with Rahul Gandhi labeling NEET as biased towards rich students. The recent NEET UG exam saw an unprecedented number of perfect scores, sparking protests.
Lufthansa plane experiences fire in wheel after landing at Delhi airport; lands safely
A Lufthansa A380 from Munich faced a wheel fire during landing at Delhi airport, landing safely but requiring checks and cancellation of the return flight due to spare parts unavailability. The incident affected 490 passengers, with the aircraft undergoing short-term technical deregistration. Lufthansa emphasised safety as a top priority, aiming to resume operations with the same aircraft for the return flight to Munich on July 3.
PM Modi to address Lok Sabha; respond to Motion of Thanks today
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) parliamentary party meeting on Tuesday. This will be the first session of Parliament since PM Modi assumed office for a third consecutive term. Notably, this meeting marks PM Modi's first speech to the MPs of the ruling bloc in this new term.
DMK says Tamil Nadu first state to unmask NEET, nation now realises test 'fraudulent'
Pointing to the arrest of several people and searches by the CBI in connection with NEET-UG irregularities, DMK Tamil mouthpiece 'Murasoli,' said BJP's partner, JD(U) itself has passed a resolution over the irregularities. "India's major parties have started to raise their voice against NEET."
Canopy collapse: MoCA Naidu reviews operations at Delhi airport
Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu, visited the Airport Operations Control Centre (AOCC) at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) airport on Monday. This visit comes just days after the collapse of the airport's canopy. The purpose of the visit was to assess airport operations.
Delhi Airport T1 Canopy Collapse: Terminal 1 operations suspended, passengers advised to check flight updates
Following a tragic canopy collapse at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport, operations at Terminal 1 have been suspended indefinitely. The incident, which occurred during heavy rainfall, claimed one life and injured eight others. Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) has relocated all flights to Terminals 2 and 3, affecting over 20 IndiGo flights. A technical committee is investigating the cause, while the government has initiated airport-wide structural assessments. Passengers are advised to check flight statuses as authorities work to restore normal operations swiftly.
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Indira Gandhi put many of us behind bars, but she never abused us: RJD chief Lalu Yadav on Emergency
Former Bihar Chief Minister and Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) Chief Lalu Prasad Yadav recalled his experiences during the Emergency imposed by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1975. Yadav mentioned that he was part of the steering committee convened by Jayaprakash Narayan to oppose the Emergency's excesses. He highlighted that he and his colleagues, who were imprisoned under the Maintenance of Security Act (MISA) for over 15 months, did not know many of the BJP ministers who now speak about the Emergency.
Opposition MPs protest Birla's Emergency reference, say it could have been avoided
Congress formally protested against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla's reference to Emergency upon taking charge, calling it "unnecessary" and a "grave matter." Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, met Birla expressing profound concern over this breach of parliamentary traditions.
Rahul Gandhi meets Lok Sabha Speaker, says reference to Emergency could have been avoided
Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi met Speaker Om Birla on Thursday and voiced his displeasure over the reference to Emergency made by the chair, saying it was "clearly political" and could have been avoided. It was a courtesy call during which Gandhi also raised the issue of Emergency being invoked by the Speaker in the House, AICC general secretary K C Venugopal told reporters after the meeting in Parliament House.
Imposition of emergency had plunged the world's largest democracy into darkness, says VP Jagdeep Dhankar
Recalling the dark days of an emergency, Dhankhar asserted that the days of emergency will never be seen again as the constitutional democracy is very strong in Bharat and now constitutionally guaranteed at the village, State, and Union levels.
LS speaker's resolution on Emergency triggers opposition protests
As Lok Sabha Speaker, I condemned the Emergency imposition by Indira Gandhi, leading to opposition protests. The dictatorship suppressed democratic values, jailed opposition leaders, and restricted media. After adjourning, BJP members protested outside Parliament.
BJP counters Congress on protecting the Constitution, rakes up atrocities during Emergency
BJP observed June 25 as a “Black Day” and organised programmes at several places to slam the Congress. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Akhilesh Yadav (SP) waived pocket versions of the Constitution when Modi took oath as a Lok Sabha member on Monday. Other Opposition members also flashed copies of the Constitution in Parliament House on various occasions.
1975 Emergency explained: A look back at India's 'dark days of democracy'
1975 Emergency: On June 25, 1975, then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi declared a state of Emergency in India, citing a "deep and widespread conspiracy" against her government. This move followed a Supreme Court stay on a verdict nullifying her election and barring her from parliamentary proceedings. During the 21-month Emergency, civil liberties were suspended, and strict censorship was imposed. Gandhi's government faced criticism and protests, leading to its end in 1977 after general elections were called and political prisoners were released.
'Dark Days of Democracy!' BJP leaders hit out at Congress on 1975 Emergency anniversary
The BJP launched a strong attack on the Congress on the 49th anniversary of the Emergency. Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP President J.P. Nadda, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the period's suppression of democracy and civil rights. Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged people to prevent such an event from happening again. This criticism coincided with opposition parties accusing Modi's government of constitutional violations.
BJP to launch programme against 1975 Emergency to 'expose authoritarianism' of Congress
The BJP announced a nationwide programme to expose Congress' authoritarianism during the 1975 Emergency. BJP president JP Nadda will address at the "Dark Days of Democracy" event. The Emergency, imposed by former PM Indira Gandhi, saw curtailment of freedoms and atrocities on citizens, media, and opposition. BJP aims to highlight Congress' Constitution-strangling actions through protests and discussions across the country. PM Modi emphasised consensus-building in Parliament amidst criticism over various issues.
India launches trusted traveller programme for faster immigration
Home minister Amit Shah inaugurated the Fast Track Immigration-Trusted Traveller Programme (FTI-TTP) at the Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi. This facility will be available free of cost for all passengers, Shah said.
Dubai-bound flight at Delhi Airport receives bomb threat, turns out to be a hoax
A Dubai-bound plane at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport received a bomb threat via email, prompting authorities to conduct checks and ensure passenger safety. Fortunately, the threat was deemed a hoax, and no suspicious items were found. This incident is part of a trend of hoax bomb threats targeting institutions in Delhi, including museums, mental health institutes, schools, colleges, hospitals, and airports. The Delhi Police are actively investigating these threats, deploying significant resources to ensure public safety.
Shivaji's life depicted in 115 paintings at a Delhi exhibition
Mohan, in his address, extolled the Maratha ruler traced the genesis of the exhibition and added that Gore has "agreed to gift" this collection to the Ministry of Culture, and there is a plan to give it a permanent space in Delhi.
Expanded T1 likely to open in June; working on boosting international passenger capacity: DIAL chief
The Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in the national capital currently has an annual capacity to handle 100 to 105 million passengers and the international passenger capacity is around 22 million.
Radical preacher Amritpal, son of Indira Gandhi's assassin win LS polls as Independents
Radical Sikh preacher Amritpal Singh and Sarabjeet Singh Khalsa, son of one of Indira Gandhi's assassins, have made their maiden entry into Parliament as Independent candidates. Singh won in Khadoor Sahib by a huge margin over Congress, while Khalsa won in Faridkot against AAP. Singh, chief of 'Waris Punjab De,' is in jail in Assam under the National Security Act. Both candidates received overwhelming support from their communities, with Singh being praised for his anti-drug efforts and Khalsa focusing on various Sikh issues.
Section 144 imposed around Delhi airport; drones, laser beams banned
Delhi Police have imposed prohibitory orders banning drone and laser beam activities near the approach path of flights to Indira Gandhi International Airport due to VVIP aircraft movement and political events. The orders come into force from June 1 to July 30 to prevent distractions to pilots and potential safety risks. Violators face legal consequences.
PM Modi misleading people in name of religion for power: Priyanka Gandhi
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of misleading people with religious rhetoric to retain power. She contrasted his with Indira Gandhi's selflessness during crises. She denounced BJP as anti-people and anti-youth, highlighting their actions in Himachal Pradesh. She compared Congress's commitment to serving the people against BJP's alleged focus on industrialists.
In rare move, govt extends tenure of Army Chief Gen Manoj Pande by one month
Gen Manoj Pande was commissioned in December 1982 in the Corps of Engineers (The Bombay Sappers). He held the post of Vice Chief of the Army Staff before taking over the reins of the 1.2 million-strong force in April 2022.
PM Modi pays tribute to former PM Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Congress leaders, paid tribute to Rajiv Gandhi at Veer Bhumi on his 33rd death anniversary, commemorating the former Prime Minister who was assassinated by LTTE in Tamil Nadu.
Rahul Gandhi remembers father Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary says, "Your dreams" are "my dreams"
Rahul Gandhi commemorates his father Rajiv Gandhi on his 33rd death anniversary, sharing a heartfelt post and a childhood photograph. He, along with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi, P Chidambaram, and Sachin Pilot, pays homage to Rajiv Gandhi at Veer Bhumi in Delhi.
Ramcharitmanas, Panchatantra get UNESCO recognition for leaving 'indelible mark on readers' across the world
Illustrated manuscripts of the ancient Ramacharitamanas and a 15th-century manuscript of the Panchatantra fables have been inscribed in UNESCO's Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register for the 2024 cycle. This decision, announced during the 10th General Meeting of the Memory of the World Committee for Asia and the Pacific (MOWCAP) in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, highlights the enduring cultural and literary significance of these works.
Congress to hold election town halls in Delhi, says interim chief Devender Yadav
Congress' interim Delhi chief, Devender Yadav, announced plans for five to seven town halls in the capital ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, with Congress leader Rahul Gandhi scheduled to participate in one. Additionally, the party has enlisted two call centers with about 140 employees to manage various tasks, including monitoring the impact of their campaigns.
Congress says it disagrees with Manishankar Aiyar's remarks on Pakistan
The Congress on Friday dissociated itself from party leader Mani Shankar Aiyar's remarks on Pakistan, saying they have been revived by the BJP in its attempt to deflect attention from Prime Minister Narendra Modi's daily "goof ups". Aiyar does not speak for the party in any capacity whatsoever, Congress media department chairperson Pawan Khera said on X.
National Statistical Commission gets two more members
India's National Statistical Commission is back to full capacity with the appointment of two new members after a one-year gap. A Ganesh Kumar and Debasis Kundu have been appointed, bringing the panel's strength to five, including the chairman. The commission, set up in 2005, aims to strengthen the statistical system, suggest survey standards, and coordinate with other departments. The appointments come amidst calls for reforming the country's statistics system, with the Prime Minister's Office discussing overhauling measures earlier this year.
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