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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.
India-Russia summit: Issues of regional, global interest to figure in talks between Modi, Putin
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Russia for an upcoming summit, where regional and global issues will be discussed with President Vladimir Putin, according to Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra. Kwatra highlighted the importance of the annual India-Russia Summit, saying, "We attach great importance to it."
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.
Govt sets up task force to study impact of AI on future of work: Labour secretary Sumita Dawra
The government has formed a taskforce to examine the effects of artificial intelligence (AI) on the future of work, according to labour secretary Sumita Dawra during an industry interaction in Hyderabad on Friday. The announcement was made at an event organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Employers’ Federation of India (EFI).
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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.
New PPI model in works, govt working on WPI base revision: DPIIT secretary
The industry department has developed a new Producer Price Index (PPI) model to better capture input prices, shared with the IMF, according to DPIIT Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. Moving towards PPI, consultations with MoSPI and necessary procedural clearances are ongoing, though no timeline has been provided.
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.
Process to pick GSTAT judicial and tech members to start after Budget
Sanjay Malhotra's panel progresses GSTAT selection with an advanced appeals portal. Mishra heads GSTAT amid delays, critiqued by Mathews. GST Council sets time and monetary limits for cases, enhancing tribunal functionality.
Revised mining guidelines to introduce stringent steps to optimise coal extraction: Ministry
The revised mining plan guidelines aim to optimise coal extraction through stringent measures, balancing flexibility for mine owners with responsibility and accountability. The guidelines were discussed during a stakeholders' consultation with 25 coal and lignite mining companies, including PSUs and representatives from various states. The new guidelines focus on sustainable coal mining by including restoration, remediation, and regeneration measures to address environmental and community concerns.
India's peak power demand may cross 400 GW mark by 2031-32, says Power Secretary
The government projection for this year's peak power demand was 260 GW. Later speaking to reporters, the secretary said the anticipated 260 GW peak demand is expected to reach by September. At the onset of the monsoon, the peak power demand has been showing a downward trend over the last few days. As per official data, the peak power demand was at 209 GW on Monday.
India, Australia look at increasing cooperation in critical minerals, processing
Critical minerals such as copper, lithium, nickel, cobalt and rare earth elements are essential components in many of today's rapidly growing clean energy technologies - from wind turbines and electricity networks to electric vehicles.
Next T20 captain to be decided by selectors, says Jay Shah; confirms seniors' role in future ICC tournaments
BCCI Secretary Jay Shah expressed confidence in the continued presence of senior players in upcoming major tournaments like the Champions Trophy and the World Test Championship final, provided India qualifies. He emphasized that the decision on appointing the next T20 captain, following Rohit Sharma's retirement, rests solely with the selectors. Shah praised the contribution of senior players to India's T20 World Cup victory and indicated their likely participation in upcoming ODI matches and tournaments, including the Champions Trophy scheduled for February-March in Pakistan.
This team has faced and silenced critics: BCCI secretary Jay Shah hails India''s title win
India's T20 World Cup win in Bridgetown, Barbados, led by Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, showcased resilience and dedication. The team, including Jasprit Bumrah, silenced critics with an unbeaten victory, fulfilling the dreams of 1.4 billion Indians and joining the ranks of the greats.
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.
Vikram Misri, who has worked in PMO thrice, is India's next foreign secretary
From the highest decision-making office in the country -PMO to External Affairs Minister's office and ambassadorial posting in Beijing, Misri has handled India's most challenging foreign relations in the past. A 1989-batch Indian Foreign Service officer, Misri, who has served in Washington DC in the past, is often known as someone who takes a "360-degree view of things". Being in Beijing during the Galwan crisis and thereafter, he has handled the toughest period in the Sino-Indian ties in recent times.
Who is Vikram Misri? Know all about India's new Foreign Secretary
Vikram Misri has been appointed as the new Foreign Secretary of India, effective July 15, succeeding Vinay Mohan Kwatra. Misri, a 1989 batch Indian Foreign Service officer, has served in various key positions, including Deputy NSA, ambassador to China, Spain, and Myanmar, and Private Secretary to multiple Prime Ministers.
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.
US charges 193 people in USD 2.7 billion healthcare fraud
Nearly 200 individuals have been charged in a nationwide operation investigating false health care claims amounting to approximately USD 2.75 billion in losses, according to information from the Department of Justice reported by The Hill on Thursday. The DOJ's 2024 National Health Care Fraud Enforcement Action has led to charges against 193 defendants, including 76 doctors, nurse practitioners, and other licensed medical professionals across 32 federal districts in the country.
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.
Rahul Gandhi defamation case in Karnataka: What is it all about?
The saffron party is accusing the Congress of defaming the party by launching a “PayCM’ campaign, that saw the Congress release a ‘rate card’ of bribes one must pay for various government jobs ahead of the assembly polls in May last year. Rahul Gandhi had retweeted the tweets made by his party in the run-up to the elections.
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