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Sardar's stature far more taller than Statue of Unity: Prez
"Iron Man Sardar Patel gave a new vision to Independent India and strengthened the pillars of the country. The 182 metres tall statue of Sardar Patel at Kevadiya in Gujarat, is the tallest statue in the world. But in the eyes of the nation, Sardar Patel's stature is far more taller than the statue. This image of his, is a small gift in remembrance of that great son of India," said Ram Nath Kovind.
Poland expels half of Russian Embassy staff
This represents about half of the total Russian staff at the embassy, and its consular and trade representatives, reports Xinhua news agency. "In total, 45 people with varying diplomatic status have been ordered to leave the territory of the Republic of Poland within five days," Ministry spokesman Lukasz Jasina announced. One person will have to leave within 48 hours, he added.
Russia reveals new evidence of US' involvement in making biological weapons in Ukraine
Addressing a briefing, Defence Ministry official Igor Konashenkov said that Russian experts on radiation, chemical and biological protection, in the course of studying documents, revealed new facts proving the direct involvement of the DOD in the development of biological weapons components in Ukraine, RT News reported.In the near future, the Ministry will publish original documents , the official added.
No obstacles to screening of 'James': Karnatka CM
Countering the allegations levelled by a section of Congress leaders, Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai said on Wednesday that there are no hurdles to the screening of the Kannada movie 'James' starring late superstar Puneet Rajkumar. Speaking to mediapersons here, Bommai said that he has discussed the matter with the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce.
Kerala govt earned Rs 350 cr by penalising Covid norm violators
The Kerala government has earned a staggering sum of Rs 350 crore by penalising people who violated Covid-19 protocols since the curbs were imposed two years ago. According to the state government figures, roughly one fifth of the population of 3.30 crores have been penalised for breaking the safety rules
Delhi riots conspiracy case: Court rejects bail plea of Umar Khalid
A Delhi court on Thursday dismissed the bail application of former JNU student-activist Umar Khalid in a case related to the alleged "larger conspiracy" behind the Delhi riots. Additional Sessions Judge Amitabh Rawat had deferred the pronouncement of its verdict for the third time on Wednesday and was posted for Thursday, stating that it was 'under correction'.
Russian journo killed in Kiev shelling
"Oksana Baulina, a journalist for The Insider, died under fire in Kiev while performing an editorial task. She was filming the destruction after Russian troops shelled the Podolsk district of the capital," Ukrayinska Pravda quoted the website as saying in a statement on Wednesday night.
UK to provide 6,000 missiles to Ukraine
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson will announce on Thursday that his country will provide 6,000 additional missiles to Ukraine as Russia's ongoing war has completed a month. Johnson is set to make the announcement at the NATO and G7 leaders' meetings in Brussels, the BBC reported.
Russia calls for transition to oil trading in national currencies
"The currency in the form of dollar or euro is quite unreliable today... We see that there is a restriction, and this undermines the credibility of these currencies. In the future, it is necessary to more actively switch to trading in national currencies. This will provide greater reliability," Novak was quoted by Ria Novosti.
Spread of Maoist violence reduced to 46 districts, RS told
The government said on Wednesday that the geographical spread of Left Wing Extremism (LWE) related violence has reduced significantly over the years, and it was limited to 191 police stations across 46 districts in 2021. Responding to a question in the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai, said that LWE-related violence reduced substantially in 2021
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