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Ballistic Missile Defence System successfully tested

India successfully flighttested the Phase-II of the Ballistic Missile Defence System on Wednesday.

PM to address nation from Kargil War Memorial on Vijay Diwas

Preparations are in full swing for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Drass in Ladakh to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas on July 26.

SC asks Haryana, Punjab to keep status quo at Shambhu Border

The Supreme Court on Wednesday ordered that the status quo be maintained at the Shambhu border near Ambala where farmers have been camping since February 13.

Legal guarantee to MSP is right of farmers: Rahul

Leader of Opposotion in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday met a delegation of the farmer leaders and representatives and assured them that I.N.D.I.A bloc will raise the issue of legal guarantee to MSP and it will ensure that farmers get their rights.

UK foreign secy Lammy calls on PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday met with visiting UK Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs David Lammy and affirmed his commitment to strengthening the relations between the two countries.

18 people killed as plane crashes in Kathmandu

The pilot of the Saurya Airline plane that crashed at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu is the lone survivor of the crash according to an update from the Tribhuvan International Airport.

I.N.D.I.A BLOC PROTESTS 'DISCRIMINATORY' BUDGET

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman terms charge outrageous’

MARKET RECOUPS AFTER PLUNGING 1%

Sensex and Nifty fell over 1% after Union Budget 2024, with Sensex dropping more than 1,200 points.

Taiwan takes preemptive measures, conducts Han Kuang drills

The drills, coordinated by the Ministry of National Defence's Joint Operations Command Centre, kicked off at 6 am on Monday, marking the 40th edition of the event.

Tory conference could be a low-key affair as businesses stay away

Businesses are expected to cancel their attendance at this year’s Conservative conference in unprecedented numbers, in a chastening snub that could also undermine the party’s ability to raise funds.

UAE provides aid for victims in Gaza

Since the beginning of Operation “Chivalrous Knight 3,” more than 13,000 tents have been provided to displaced families affected by recent difficult events.

TRUMP WANTS TO TAKE US BACK IN TIME, SAYS KAMALA HARRIS

Vice President Kamala Harris highlighted the stark contrast between her vision for America’s future and Donald Trump’s agenda, saying that the former US President wants to take the country back in time.

SUPREME COURT DISMISSES PLEA SEEKING TO PERMIT ARRESTED POLITICIANS TO CAMPAIGN THROUGH VC; KEEPS QUESTION OF LAW OPEN

The Supreme Court in the case Amarjeet Gupta Versus Election Commission Of India And Ors observed and has dismissed the Special Leave Petition, SLP seeking a direction against Election Commission of India, ECI to ensure that arrested political leaders are allowed to campaign via virtual conference mode.

'Vatsalya', a pension scheme for minors

A new pension scheme named ‘Vatsalya’ has been proposed for minors by Union Minister for Finance Nirmala Sitharaman in the Union Budget 2024-25 which was presented in the Parliament.

BUDGET ALLOCATION TO DELHI STAGNATES AT RS 1,168 CRORE: ATISHI SLAMS CENTRE

The Union Home Ministry allocated Rs 1,168 crore to Delhi under the revenue head and Rs 0.01 crore under the capital head.

No systemic breach in exam: SC on NEET-UG retest

The Supreme Court on Tuesday refused to cancel the National Eligibilitycum-Entrance Test-Under Graduate (NEET-UG) 2024 examination held on May 5, holding that there was no systemic breach in the exam.

SITHARAMAN HAS GIVEN A 'CHOMBU' TO PEOPLE OF KARNATAKA: SIDDA

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has presented a disappointing budget without acknowledging any demands of the state.

Hockey: TN, Kerala register wins in Sub-Junior South Zone meet

The third day of the second Hockey India sub-junior men and women south zone championship 2024 saw some exciting matches in Kerala. Hockey Unit of Tamil Nadu and Kerala Hockey won their respective matches in both men’s and women’s categories.

BALOCH CONDEMNS PAKISTAN, CHINA FOR EXPLOITING LOCAL RESOURCES

The committee’s statement began by highlighting decades of oppression faced by Balochistan, likening their plight to that of a typical imperial colony.

'VISIONARY BUDGET FUELS NATION'S PACE TO DEVELOPMENT': SHAH

Union Home Minister Amit Shah praised the first Budget of the Modi 3.0 government that was presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday, saying that the pro-people and pro-development visionary Budget 2024-25 fuels the nation’s pace in emerging as a developed nation.

Got 'aid for lot of things': Nitish

After Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman made major announcements for Bihar, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar said on Tuesday that he told the NDA leaders about the special status or a special package, and as a followup, they have announced aid for a lot of things.

Naidu thanks Sitharaman

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and Telugu Desam Party (TDP) National President N. Chandrababu Naidu, has expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman for addressing the needs of Andhra Pradesh in the Union Budget for the financial year 2024-25, adding that this support will go a long way towards rebuilding Andhra Pradesh.

Internship with Rs 5k a month for 1 crore youth

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said that in order to provide on-job training to youth, the government will launch an internship scheme to provide opportunities to one crore youth in top 500 companies over the next five years.

Gold glitters a little more, mobile phones will pinch pocket less

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as part of her Budget presentation proposed a host of tweaks in basic customs duty (BCD) for various products or items that are critical for manufacturing.

FOCUS ON JOBS, MSMEs, STARTUPS AND FARMERS

Nirmala Sitharaman presents Budget, her seventh in a row.

Heavy rains disrupts normal life in Surat

The lives of people in Surat have been disrupted after the rains lashed the city on Mondy.

PM Modi to visit Drass on July 26 to mark 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ladakh’s Drass on July 26 to mark the 25th anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas.

World leaders react to Biden's decision to end re-election bid

Global leaders have reacted to the news of United States President Joe Biden’s decision to conclude his faltering re-election campaign, amid mounting concerns about his age and fitness.

KAMALA WOULD BE GREAT PRESIDENT: US CONGRESSMAN

Praising US Vice President Kamala Harris for her work, Indian American Congressman Shri Thanedar said that she is a tough lady and has done an outstanding job as senator, adding that he thinks Harris will be a great President.

Israel warns Khan Yunis residents of new push against Hamas

The Israeli military continued pressing Hamas in central and southern Gaza during the last 24 hours, altered the boundaries of the Al Mawasi humanitarian zone because of “significant terrorist activity and rocket fire,” and called on residents of certain Khan Yunis neighborhoods to evacuate ahead of new operations against there, the Israel Defense Forces said on Monday morning.