SPECIAL ASSISTANCE
Bihar CM should 'strike', he's in position to get it done: Congress on special category status demand
Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh said senior ministers in Bihar are now arguing that NITI Aayog's latest analysis vindicates their demand for special category status in the matter of Central assistance to the state.
NITI Aayog's SDG report vindicates Bihar govt's demand for special category status: Ministers
Bihar ministers argue that NITI Aayog's SDG India Index 2023-24 supports their call for more central financial aid, with Bihar still at the bottom despite some progress. They emphasize the need for special category status and financial packages to address ongoing economic challenges. Critics claim the report highlights the NDA government's neglect of Bihar.
Special status demand triggers political slugfest in Bihar
The ruling NDA and opposition Mahagathbandhan in Bihar clashed over the demand for special status ahead of the Parliament's budget session. The Centre cited the 14th Finance Commission for not granting special status, sparking criticism from the opposition. The BJP and JD(U) alliance faced backlash from the Congress and RJD for allegedly neglecting Bihar's development needs.
Puri Rath Yatra 2024: 53 years later, a unique twist to celebrations this year. Timings, rituals and live streaming
For the first time in 53 years, the Rath Yatra will extend over two days due to specific celestial alignments, last occurring in 1971. Uniquely, this year's rituals involving Lord Jagannath, Devi Subhadra, and Lord Balabhadra will happen on a single day, Sunday. Key ceremonies like 'Nabajouban Darshan' and 'Netra Utsav' will also be held on Sunday.
Amarnath Yatra: J-K Police issue special traffic advisory for yatra convoy, non-convoy movement
To ensure safe and efficient movement of pilgrims and other commuters during the holy Amarnath Yatra, the Jammu and Kashmir Traffic Police have issued an advisory on National Highway-44 with cut-off timings and instructions for various convoy and non-convoy movements.
Chandrababu Naidu meets union ministers over stalled projects, old promises
Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu met top central leaders, including Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, to push state-specific demands. Naidu, whose TDP supports the BJP-led NDA, sought a special package for backward districts and financial support for Amravati's infrastructure development.
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Naidu's list: Budget for Andhra Pradesh, ministry-linked demands
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu met PM Modi and ministers, including Gadkari and Goyal, urging aid. Addressing debt rise under YSRCP, he highlighted GSDP, Amaravati, Polavaram, industrial incentives, Dugarajapatnam port, and highways. While special status is unlikely, Naidu emphasized urgent financial support and cooperative federalism's importance for the debt-burdened state's development.
Chandrababu Naidu meets PM Modi, seeks Central govt's support for Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to seek support for the state's development. Naidu requested enhanced assistance if special category status cannot be granted. During his two-day visit to Delhi, he also discussed state-specific issues with Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari and Piyush Goyal.
Meta's new tech can create 3D assets from text prompts within minutes
3D assets are digital files representing objects in three-dimensional space. Hulk in the Avengers movies is an example. The technology is based on two existing models of the company: AssetGen which generates 3D objects and TextureGen for its texturing.
Expect Russia-India relations to 'blossom even better': Moscow's UN envoy on likely visit by PM Modi
Russia's UN envoy highlighted the strong relationship between Russia and India, describing India as a "longtime friend." He anticipates further growth in bilateral ties following Prime Minister Modi's potential visit to Moscow. The visit, if confirmed, would mark Modi's first trip to Russia in nearly five years, with discussions likely to cover a wide range of cooperation areas.
Beneficiaries of special assistance schemes to get money in account by 5th of every month: Ajit Pawar
Ajit Pawar ensures timely financial aid distribution for marginalized and economically weaker sections in Maharashtra, emphasizing accurate funds provision for special assistance schemes under the Eknath Shinde government.
Will Nitish Kumar walk the talk on special status for Bihar: Jairam Ramesh
Congress queries Bihar CM's action on special category status. TDP's silence on Andhra Pradesh's status questioned. JD(U) demands special package for Bihar, highlighting key issues of price rise and unemployment. NDA urged to probe paper leak cases for a comprehensive resolution.
Jammu & Kashmir: 38 specially-trained rescue teams to be deployed for Amarnath Yatra
38 Mountain Rescue Teams from various forces will be deployed for the Amarnath Yatra pilgrimage, ensuring pilgrims' safety during the 52-day journey to the holy cave shrine at 3,880 meters.
Naveen Patnaik-led BJD to push for Special Category Status for Odisha in Parliament
The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has decided to renew its push for Special Category Status for Odisha. This decision emerged after a meeting chaired by BJD president Naveen Patnaik and attended by all nine of the party's Rajya Sabha MPs. The Special Category Status is sought to secure more financial assistance from the central government, which could significantly aid Odisha's development.
UP Public Service Commission paper 'leak': Water bottle trick uncovered after arrest of 5 engineers
Six individuals arrested in Prayagraj for the paper leak of the Review Officer/Assistant Review Officer Examination-2024, which originated from a printing press in Bhopal. The individuals arrested include a printing press worker. The STF reported the seizure of a laptop, six mobile phones. Earlier, ten other individuals had been arrested in relation to this case.
Three Opposition MPs on panel to assist pro tem Speaker considering declining position: Sources
Opposition leaders nominated to the panel of chairpersons to assist the pro tem Speaker are considering not accepting the positions, following opposition parties objecting to the appointment of Bhartruhari Mahtab as the pro tem Speaker. Mahtab, a BJP member from Cuttack, Odisha, was appointed by President Droupadi Murmu under Article 95(1) of the Constitution.
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Andhra special status back on table as TDP holds key to NDA government formation
Besides cabinet positions, the unresolved issue of 'special status' versus 'special package' for Andhra Pradesh is back on the negotiating table, with the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) playing a crucial role in the formation of the next NDA government. The significance of this battle for Chandrababu Naidu is immense.
The other war: How Israel scours Gaza for clues about the hostages
All the while, at a "fusion cell" quietly formed in Israel last fall, U.S. and Israeli intelligence and military analysts share imagery from drones and satellites, along with communications intercepts and any other information that comes their way that might offer a hint to the hostages' locations.
Nitish Kumar's JD(U) sticks to its demand for Special Category Status for Bihar
BJP allies, including JD(U), push for special category status for Bihar at Centre, as per JD(U) supremo and Bihar CM Nitish Kumar's long-pending demand.
Chandrababu Naidu, Nitish Kumar want 'special status' for Andhra, Bihar: What is this and why are they asking for it
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Result: In the aftermath of the General Elections, the Janata Dal (United) and the Telugu Desam Party have emerged as influential players in government formation at the Centre. Their renewed emphasis on securing special category status for Bihar and Andhra Pradesh has reignited discussions on this crucial issue. Let's delve into what special category status entails and why it holds significant importance for these states.
Sirhind train collision: Loco pilot, assistant fell asleep at wheel
Four days after a goods train collision in Punjab, the investigation revealed that the loco pilot and his assistant fell asleep at the wheel and failed to apply the brake at the red signal, a railway official said. The incident occurred on June 2 around 3:15 am between the Sirhind junction and Sadhoogarh railway station in Punjab when the engine of UP GVGN derailed and fell sideways on the main passenger line, according to a probe report, a copy of which is with PTI.
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Defence stocks: Long runway, hedge a bit to avoid narrative-based decisions; 8 PSU & Pvt sector stocks, 4 with upside potential of upto 44%
In an election season, there are bound to be times when one or the other narrative may make one question about whether one should sell the stocks. The underlying reason would be fear of losing the gains on which one is sitting. Especially when it comes to sectors like defence, railways and others which have seen a strong re-rating and siting with big gains and already there has been skepticism about their stock price moving ahead of time. Now let's look at the issue in two ways, first is whether the fundamentals of the sector are on a strong foot and business is fine or not. Second, how to hedge the exposure so that one is not forced to sell due to narrative, because the fact is that a continuation in policy push means that the companies have just started their journey. While defence PSUs are well known, there are other private sector players, whose lifeline is dependent on defence expenditure and in the last few years they have also done well, both on the street and in terms of real business. So, it is better that one should hedge and stay with them and not get jittery because of one or the other narrative which will keep hitting the street till 4th June.
Candidates of strong directional move on 4th June: 5 PSU stocks which have benefited the most due to government policy push and spending
In the last two years, it is a well known fact that every PSU stock has been re-rated by the street, right from perennial under-performers like oil marketing and refining oil companies to PSU banks. But if one looks a bit deeper there are some which have been re-rated more than others. The reason, these are PSUs which are from the sectors where the government has clearly decided are its priority areas and there has been a policy push for these sectors. A company which is going to be providing finance for the expansion of the solar energy network which is the next focus of the government. The overall demand runway for these sectors is longer which means overall growth will be higher when confirmation of policy continuity comes. Also they are in business where it would be difficult for the private sector to compete. Now because it is the policy push which matters, the continuity of tailwinds of higher government spending, will push them for another round of re-rating on the result day.
How to make every rupee count
The international aid squeeze has led to a reduction in official development assistance (ODA) to food systems, creating a financing gap of $350 billion per year. Multilateral development banks (MDBs) and international financial institutions (IFIs) play a crucial role in this context but need to improve impact assessment and reporting. The World Bank has shown leadership with its scorecard, but more needs to be done to quantify the cost of inaction.
Indian envoy underscores India's special relationship with Sri Lanka's Eastern Province
During a visit last week,Santosh Jha, India's High Commissioner in Sri Lanka, highlighted the multi-sectoral grant assistance package consisting of 33 different projects throughout the province in diverse areas as well as ongoing discussions between the two governments to collaborate for the comprehensive development of Trincomalee, an official statement said.
Accenture introduces adoption-assistance programme for India employees
Accenture in India has launched a program to support employees choosing to adopt a child, providing financial assistance for adoption-related expenses, with each employee eligible for this benefit for up to two adoptions. Lakshmi C, managing director and lead - human resources at Accenture in India, emphasized the initiative's aim to bolster existing policies for supporting parenthood.
DA hiked; 6 other allowances revised for central govt employees as per 7th Pay Commission
The Department of Personnel & Training has released instructions on a range of allowances that are available to employees of the Central Government, according to the Office Memorandum (OM) dated April 2, 2024. According to the OM dated April 2, 2024, the main points of these instructions on Children's Education Allowance, Risk Allowance, Night Duty Allowance (NDA), Over Time Allowance (OTA), Special Allowance Payable to Parliament Assistants, and Special Allowance for Child Care for Women with Disabilities have been condensed into the following paragraphs for your convenience and clarity.
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