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INLD-BSP to jointly contest Haryana elections
INLD and BSP form alliance for Haryana assembly polls, with INLD contesting 53 seats and BSP 37 seats. Abhay Chautala named as CM candidate. Open to non-BJP and non-Congress parties joining.
US, Russian defense ministers speak for second time in less than month, Pentagon says
The call was initiated by Russia, Pentagon spokesperson Sabrina Singh told a news briefing. Austin emphasized the importance of keeping open lines of communication during the Ukraine conflict, more than two years after Russia's full scale invasion, Singh said.
UK: Labour govt to release prisoners early to tackle overcrowding, says Justice Secy Shabana Mahmood
Britain's new Labour government plans to expand the early release of prisoners from September to tackle a jail overcrowding crisis which justice minister Shabana Mahmood said threatened to create "a total breakdown of law and order." Prisons in Engla...
Ex-IAS officer Manish Verma is JDU national general secretary
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar appoints Manish Verma as JDU general secretary. Verma, an Odisha cadre IAS officer, known for his work on 'Saat Nischay' programme, could be a potential successor to Kumar.
Why did the White House misguide the country on Joe Biden’s neurology visit? Clarification issued
The White House press secretary is under fire after attempting to misguide members of the press on the issue of President’s Biden neurology visit. After initially denying that the visits of a top neurology expert to the White house is related to Biden’s health, it was clarified that the president’s neurology related reports were examined by the expert who has ruled out any complication.
SC summons chief secretaries, finance secretaries of defaulting states for non-compliance of pay panel's report
According to the details which emerged during the hearing, the court found that Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, Delhi, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Mizoram, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala, Meghalaya, Madhya Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Manipur, Odisha, Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Sikkim and Tripura were non-compliant states and UTs.
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'Never wanted them': Russia on Indians being recruited in Army to fight against Ukraine
Russian Charge d'affaires Roman Babushkin's remarks came a day after Russia promised to ensure early release and return to home of the Indian nationals working in the Russian military as support staff after Prime Minister Narendra Modi "very strongly" raised the issue with President Vladimir Putin.
Digitalisation will drive the next growth wave for MSMEs: MeitY Secretary
S Krishnan, Secretary of MeitY, says digitalisation is essential for MSMEs’ growth. Therefore, collaboration between MeitY and MSMEs is the need of the hour to spur the segment’s growth using digitalisation.
US says Ukraine is on an "irreversible" path to NATO membership. But only after war with Russia ends
Ukraine is on an "irreversible" path to NATO membership, according to US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. This commitment, expected to be formalized in a joint communique from all 32 NATO allies, assures Ukraine's future inclusion in the alliance after its conflict with Russia ends. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pushed for a firm guarantee from NATO, but the US and some allies resist immediate membership to avoid escalating the war and emphasize the need for Ukraine to address corruption and systemic reforms. NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg confirmed that Ukraine's membership is agreed upon but its timing remains uncertain.
We never wanted them: Russia on Indians in Russian Army
Russian Charge d'affaires Roman Babushkin addressed India's concerns over Indian nationals recruited into the Russian Army, clarifying it's a commercial issue, not military. He assured alignment with India's stance and hopes for a quick resolution. Most Indians, he said, work illegally on tourist visas for financial gain. Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue with President Vladimir Putin during his recent visit, leading to assurances for their early discharge and return. This highlights ongoing diplomatic efforts amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict to prevent further recruitment and ensure the safety of affected individuals.
Russia agrees to release all Indians working as support staff to Russian military
Prime Minister Modi urged President Putin for the swift return of Indian nationals serving in the Russian Army as support staff. The MEA highlighted concerns after several casualties, including Mohammed Asfan and Hemal Mangu, in the Russia-Ukraine war. About 35-50 Indians serve, with some already back. India demanded a verified recruitment stop, respecting the Russia-India partnership.
Gautam Gambhir appointed as Indian team's new head coach, BCCI confirms
Gautam Gambhir has been appointed as the new Head Coach of the Indian Cricket Team, confirmed by BCCI Secretary Jay Shah on social media platform X. Shah praised Gambhir's deep understanding of modern cricket dynamics and his successful career across various roles. Gambhir's appointment follows his mentoring of Lucknow Super Giants and success with Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL. Known for pivotal roles in India's 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup victories, Gambhir expressed eagerness for the role, citing it as a great honor to coach the national team.
Killing of five Army personnel in Jammu & Kashmir's Kathua will not go unavenged, says government
Five Army personnel were killed and as many injured on Monday when a group of heavily-armed terrorists ambushed a patrolling party in Badnota area in Kathua. A massive search operation has already been launched to hunt down terrorists responsible for the attack. "I am deeply anguished at the loss of five of our brave Indian Army Soldiers in a terrorist attack in Badnota, Kathua (J&K)," the defence minister said on X.
Rohit Sharma to lead India in ODI and Test formats, BCCI secretary Jay Shah confirms
The Champions Trophy, scheduled in Pakistan next year, will be held after eight years (since 2017 in UK), and even though the draft schedule has been submitted to the ICC, the BCCI hasn't yet given its green light to it. It is understood BCCI will again push for the 'Hybrid Model' like 2023 ODI Asia Cup where India played all its matches, including the ones against Pakistan, in Sri Lanka.
Former defence secretary Ajay Kumar joins VC play with early-stage fund
Ajay Kumar, a former bureaucrat who retired as India’s defence secretary in 2022, has set up a new venture fund, Mounttech Growth Fund, to back early-stage startups. The Rs 250-crore fund has secured approval from Sebi. The fund will look to back startups in the space, aerospace, and deep tech sectors.
UP govt to monitor Kanwar Yatra with helicopter, shower flowers on kanwariyas
The state government of Uttar Pradesh will monitor the Kanwar Yatra with a helicopter and shower flowers on participants, as directed by Chief Secretary Manoj Kumar Singh and DGP Prashant Kumar in a review meeting with officials from different states. Special attention will be given to maintaining good behavior, cleanliness, and safety measures, including ensuring a plastic-free environment and repairing infrastructure along the route to prevent incidents.
India has deep expertise, scalability to become global player in semiconductor industry: IT secretary
Information Technology, secretary, S Krishnan said the government was helping industries to create the ecosystem to build the semiconductors. "The semiconductor industry is vital for the country and India has the talent, deep expertise and scalability to be a global player," Krishnan added.
PM Modi's visit to Austria will 'allow broadening the scope of our partnership': MEA
From July 9-10, PM Modi will visit Austria after Russia. His first trip in 40 years aims to strengthen partnerships in infrastructure, technology, start-ups, and more. Meetings include Chancellor Karl Nehammer. Austria hosts IAEA and UNIDO. Recent agreements in migration and mobility show positive results. Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra emphasized enhancing bilateral cooperation.
A NATO summit and mending EU relations are among first tasks for new UK leader Keir Starmer
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has been appointed to a new government after a six-week election campaign. Starmer, who has never served in or led a government, has a plethora of lawmakers to choose from, including Treasury chief Rachel Reeves and the new foreign secretary David Lammy. He wants Britain to take a larger role on the global stage after years of soured relations with Europe over Brexit and the inward-looking U.K. political soap opera that followed.
BJP appoints state in-charges, retains most office-bearers
The BJP on Friday appointed its in-charges and co-incharges for states, retaining the incumbent office-bearers in most places. Its national general secretaries Vinod Tawde, Tarun Chugh and Radha Mohan Das Agarwal will continue to steer the party's organisational affairs in Bihar, Jammu and Kashmir and Karnataka respectively, while Prakash Javadekar and Satish Poonia will be the respective in-charges of Kerala and Haryana.
Easier visa norms in works for non-PLI manufacturers: DPIIT secretary
The government plans to streamline visas for experts from China and other countries in non-PLI sectors. DPIIT Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh disclosed approvals needed from Home and External Affairs Ministries for 14 PLI sectors initiated in 2021.
Education Minister Atishi orders cancelling transfer of 5000 teachers
A circular titled 'Online requests for transfer of teaching staff of the Directorate of Education' directed all teachers who have served for more than 10 years in one school to compulsorily apply for a transfer.
Release of Hemant Soren will strengthen INDIA bloc: CPI General Secretary D Raja
CPI General Secretary D Raja welcomed the bail granted to former Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren in an alleged land scam case, emphasizing that his release would bolster the INDIA bloc. Raja criticized the central government for targeting opposition leaders through central agencies, asserting that justice and truth will prevail. JMM MP Mahua Maji praised Soren's popularity in Jharkhand and highlighted his leadership's initiatives despite challenges.
Deputy NSA Vikram Misri named next Foreign Secretary
Vikram Misri, a 1989 IFS batch officer, appointed as Foreign Secretary from July 15, succeeding Vinay Mohan Kwatra. The Personnel Ministry, Appointments Committee of the Cabinet, and National Security Council Secretariat approved his appointment, following Vinay Mohan Kwatra's extension.
Centre extends Andhra Chief Secretary's tenure by six months
The Centre has extended Andhra Pradesh Chief Secretary Neerabh Kumar Prasad's tenure for six months till December 31. He was to retire on June 30. The state government had written to the Centre to extend Prasad's tenure.
Third Eye: Party with several differences, extension after extension and govt tracks attendance, working hours of staff
The recent government directive requiring staff to arrive punctually and adhere to designated working hours has evoked memories reminiscent of 2014, when the NDA returned to power. BJP's review meetings in Uttar Pradesh have been marked by disorderly scenes, particularly in constituencies where the party faced defeat. Incidents of arguments, commotion, and even physical altercations have been reported from places like Saharanpur, Faizabad, Siddharthnagar, among others.
Congress in Kerala apologises to Christians over controversial social media post
On Monday, the Congress in Kerala apologized to the Christian community following a social media post that mocked Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his recent meeting with Pope Francis. This post had sparked a political controversy in the state.
Bengaluru Court grants bail to Rahul Gandhi in BJP's defamation case
A Bengaluru special court granted bail to AICC leader Rahul Gandhi in a defamation case filed by the Karnataka BJP unit. The case involved an ad campaign by the Congress party alleging bribes to ministers in the BJP government. Gandhi was ordered to appear in court on June 7 after missing a hearing.
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