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Best General Knowledge Books in India (2024)
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Odisha government effects major bureaucratic reshuffle
Hemant Sharma, principal secretary of the Industries department with the additional charge of chairman of the Industrial Promotion and Investment Corporation of Odisha (IPICOL), will remain in the additional charge of principal secretary, MS & ME department.
Budget 2024: FDI makeover on the horizon? Govt eyes major overhaul in defence, insurance and plantation
The Indian government is considering reviewing FDI caps for key sectors like defence, insurance, and plantations to streamline processes and boost investment. This move aims to address stagnating FDI flows, despite India's 'China Plus One' strategy.
UK Election results 2024 insights: How did parties with less vote percentage get so many seats?
UK has a very different and significant electoral structure with a unique voting pattern that often results in parties getting less vote percentage, grabbing a lion share of seats. UK's plurality voting system is quite different from the election pattern seen in the United States or other countries in Europe.
What we learned from the UK's general election that will shape politics over the coming years
The new government faces huge challenges, including fixing the country's sluggish economic and social malaise resulting in part from the U.K's exit from the European Union, the COVID-19 pandemic, the war in Ukraine and several Conservative Party scandals.
UK general election: Record number of Indian-origin MPs elected to Parliament
Rishi Sunak won Richmond and Northallerton. 28 Indian-origin MPs joined the House of Commons. Suella Braverman, Seema Malhotra, Claire Coutinho retained seats. Labour's landslide victory included Lisa Nandy. Munira Wilson won Twickenham. Keith Vaz contested as Independent. Major Conservative losses. Jeremy Corbyn defeated Praful Nargund. 87 ethnic minority candidates contribute to a diverse Parliament, including British Sikh MPs.
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PM Modi congratulates Keir Starmer on 'remarkable victory' in UK general elections
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday congratulated Labour Party leader Keir Starmer on his party's landslide win in the UK general elections and said he looked forward to their positive and constructive collaboration to further strengthen the India-UK comprehensive strategic partnership.
Labour Party leader Starmer thanks British voters, says people are ready for change
His speech came after Britons resoundingly voted to put an end to 14 years of Conservative rule and deliver a landslide victory for the Labour Party According to the exit poll, which is often quite close to the final tally, Labour could win as many as 410 seats, comfortably crossing the halfway 326 mark and notching up a 170-seat majority with the incumbent Tories led by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak down to just 131 seats.
UK General Election Results 2024 Live Tracker: Labour Party secures landslide victory, ends 14 year Conservative rule
The UK General Election Results 2024 is finally in and the world is glued to their screens in shock and awe, as the Labour Party, led by Keir Starmer, has claimed an outright victory in the polls, according to our UK General Election Results 2024 Live Tracker. Labour has secured a whopping 410 seats, close to the exit polls predictions, ending Rishi Sunak's reigning Prime Ministerial tenure.
UK general election results 2024 live updates: What are exit polls saying?
The UK general elections voting process have officially come to a close and the results are awaited by the nation, which will start coming in from 11.30 pm local time. Meanwhile, the exit polls are suggesting a landslide victory for the Labour Party and a change in office of the Prime Minister. What will be outcome of the UK elections this time?
56-year-old Major General pulls off 25 pull-ups, what's your excuse? Watch viral video
Indian Army Major Pull-up Viral video (Google Trends): The 46-second clip shows Major General Joshi, clad in his uniform, executing the pull-ups in a gym filled with other Army personnel who count down each rep. His fellow soldiers erupt in applause as he completes the set, a testament to his commitment to physical fitness.
Major General VT Mathew takes over as General Officer Commanding of Karnataka, Kerala sub area
The General Officer is an alumnus of Sainik School Kazakkotam in Thiruvananathapuram, National Defence Academy in Khadakwasla and Indian Military Academy, Dehradun. He was commissioned into 11 MADRAS Regiment in December 1988. "In his 35 years of meritorious service the General Officer has held various important instructional, staff and UN peace keeping appoints during his service. He has been on UN Mission in Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUC) as Military Observer and was also the Chief Operational Officer, Force HQ UNISFA, Sudan," it stated.
Fortifying the Forces: Agnipath scheme may see significant changes following Army survey
The Indian Army is set to implement major changes to the Agniveer scheme following feedback from an internal survey. These changes include extending the service tenure from four to eight years, increasing the retention rate of Agniveers to 60-70%, and raising the induction age for technical services to 23 years. The modifications aim to address concerns about inadequate expertise and improve the scheme’s effectiveness. The proposals will be reviewed by the Prime Minister's Office, with final decisions expected soon.
Lok Sabha polls: People voted to check power from being in hands of 1 or 2 persons, says Sharad Pawar
NCP (SP) chief Sharad Pawar commented on the recent Lok Sabha elections, stating that voters aimed to prevent power from being concentrated in the hands of a few individuals. He credited the BJP's majority in the Lok Sabha to the support from allies like JD(U) and TDP. Pawar urged his party members to prepare for the upcoming Maharashtra assembly elections, expressing confidence that they would gain power in the state.
Security & legal proposals to now come under Niti
Niti Aayog, under Major General K Narayanan, to focus on security and law proposals. Reconstitution aligns with government's emphasis on security and legal matters.
Major world economies seek to halt new private sector coal financing
OECD plan instructs financial institutions to stop funding coal projects. Calls for financing early closure of coal plants and supporting clean energy. Policy aims to set a standard for dealing with coal infrastructure.
Major League Cricket selects Remitly as signature partner
Major League Cricket (MLC) has partnered with digital financial services provider Remitly as a Signature Partner for the league's second season. The partnership is a significant milestone as MLC prepares for the tournament's return on July 5 in Morrisville, NC and Grand Prairie, TX. Remitly's digitally native, cross-border payments app will launch exclusive promotions to celebrate MLC fans, including discounts on international money transfers and special offers during the season.
Wipro gives over 85% variable pay for Q4 FY24
IT services major Wipro paid its employees an average of more than 85% variable pay for the fourth quarter of FY24, several employees have told ET, on condition of anonymity.
Helen Mary Roberts becomes first woman brigadier in Pakistan Army from minority community
Dr. Helen Mary Roberts, from the Christian and minority community, made history in the Pakistan Army by becoming the first woman brigadier.
Meet Major Radhika Sen: The Indian peacekeeper championing gender equality in UN Missions
Major Radhika Sen of the Indian Army, deployed to MONUSCO in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is set to receive the UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award. This prestigious award recognizes her outstanding contributions to promoting gender equality and women's empowerment in United Nations peacekeeping operations. Major Sen's work has had a significant impact on local communities in the DRC, setting a high standard for future peacekeeping missions.
How results of Lok Sabha polls will impact sensex, Nifty
According to a Bloomberg News survey of market participants, Indian stocks require Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party to secure more than 303 seats in the general election to continue their unprecedented rally. The survey, which included 32 asset managers, strategists, and dealers, suggests that a reduced majority for the ruling BJP could result in a 2% decline in the NSE Nifty 50 Index, along with potential losses in the rupee and sovereign bonds.
Indian peacekeeper is UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year
Major Radhika Sen served in eastern DRC with the UN peacekeeping mission, MONUSCO, from March 2023 to April 2024 as the Commander of the Engagement Platoon for the Indian Rapid Deployment Battalion.
Major Radhika Sen of India to receive prestigious 2023 UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award
Indian woman peacekeeper, Major Radhika Sen, to be honored with prestigious military gender advocate award from United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.
T20 World Cup in US going to be landmark event: India's Consul General in New York Pradhan
India's Consul General in New York, Binaya Srikanta Pradhan, has expressed excitement about the T20 World Cup in the US, stating that it is playing a significant role in bringing cricket to the country's mainstream and contributing to the bilateral people-to-people relationship. The tournament is being jointly hosted by the USA and the West Indies from June 2 to June 29. India will play three matches in New York against Ireland, Pakistan, and the United States, marking the first time India will be playing with the American team.
PM Modi coming back with good majority: FM Sitharaman to India Inc
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman expressed confidence in PM Modi's return to power with a strong majority in Lok Sabha. She highlighted India's growth potential, emphasizing demographic dividend, green energy transition, and market opportunities. Sitharaman outlined plans for budget consultation with industry leaders, projecting a prosperous future for India.
Another survey predicts UK PM Rishi Sunak's general election defeat
Survey foresees a Labour victory with 403 seats, surpassing the majority mark. Tories face a significant defeat, potentially losing key members like Hunt, Donelan, and Gove. The upcoming election could mirror Blair's 1997 win.
April-February fiscal deficit at 86.5% of revised annual target
Experts said the Centre would comfortably meet the downwardly revised fiscal deficit target for the fiscal. The fiscal deficit in absolute terms was revised down to ₹ 17.35 lakh crore or 5.8% of gross domestic product (GDP) from the earlier budget estimate of ₹17.87 lakh crore.
India will 100 per cent have political stability for next decade or even two: Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed confidence in India's political stability, envisioning a government that could last for 15 years or longer. Speaking at the Nikkei Forum on India-Japan Special Strategic Partnership, Jaishankar emphasized the importance of long-term stability in enabling bold decision-making by a reformist and visionary leadership.
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