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India to Rotate Military Personnel in 3 Maldivian Aviation Platforms by May 10, Confirms Maldives
After a high-level meeting in Delhi between the two nations, the Maldivian foreign ministry disclosed that India is set to replace its military personnel managing the three aviation platforms in the Maldives by May 10, with the initial phase concluding by March 10.
L.K. Advani Set to Receive Bharat Ratna Honor
In his statement, Prime Minister Modi praised Advani, stating, "One of the most respected statesmen of our times, his contribution to the development of India is monumental. His is a life that started from working at the grassroots to serving the nation as our Deputy Prime Minister."
India's Successful G20 Presidency: A Remarkable Chapter as a Consensus Builder, Says Jaishankar
Mr. Jaishankar specifically mentioned the challenging negotiations leading up to the G-20 Summit in September last year, where India successfully facilitated a leaders' declaration amid divisions over the Ukraine conflict. Describing the experience as "particularly exciting," he emphasized India's role as a vishwamitra – a friend, consensus builder, and bridge builder on the global stage.
Interim Budget 2024-25 Allocates Rs 6.21 Lakh Crore to Defense Sector
Finance Minister Sitharaman introduced an ambitious scheme for "deep-tech" technologies in the military domain, emphasizing the importance of self-reliance ('atmanirbharta') in this area.
Legal Developments in Gyanvapi Dispute: Muslim Side Files Plea Against Prayers in Allahabad HC, Hindu Side Lodges Caveat
Simultaneously, the Muslim side has filed a plea in the district court, seeking a 15-day stay on religious rituals inside the basement. In response, the Hindu side has filed a caveat, requesting the court to hear their stance before any orders are passed. Senior advocate S.F.A. Naqvi presented the matter before Acting Chief Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta, who directed an urgent listing plea before the Registrar Listing.
Navigating Traditional Protocols: Ministry of External Affairs Addresses Friction Incident near LAC
A video of the confrontation, purportedly captured by locals, was shared on social media by a Chushul councillor. Responding to inquiries about the incident, External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal stated during a media briefing, "The two sides are aware of the traditional grazing areas in the border areas. Any incident of friction is dealt with traditional mechanisms as appropriate."
US approves sale of 31 MQ-9B armed drones to India worth $3.99 billion
This approval from the U.S. comes amid some media reports suggesting a temporary hold on the deal due to allegations of an Indian national's involvement in a plot to harm India-designated Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.
Religious Observance Follows Court Directives: 'Aarti' Conducted Inside Gyanvapi Mosque Cellar in Uttar Pradesh
Pandey informed PTI that at approximately 10:30 pm on Wednesday, the cellar, known as Vyas ji's cellar, was opened for prayers after 31 years, in compliance with the court's orders. When asked if prayers were indeed conducted in the basement, Pandey affirmed, stating, "Yes." He emphasized the necessity of adhering to the court's directives, acknowledging the prompt arrangements made by the district administration.
Finance Minister Expresses Hope for Another Resounding Mandate as Government Awaits Public Support
Highlighting India's resilience in the face of challenges, she emphasized the country's ability to overcome the hurdles posed by the Covid-19 pandemic and laid the groundwork for a self-reliant India.
Violent Mob Attacks Police Probing Illegal Stone Mining in Haryana's Nuh
The incident allegedly occurred when the police team was transporting a JCB machine. A group of 10 to 15 people, including the sarpanch Salim, reportedly created a disturbance and managed to free the JCB machine from the police team. Currently, all the accused, including the village sarpanch and the JCB machine driver Akbar, are reportedly on the run. The police are conducting raids on their hideouts, and arrests are expected soon, according to Station House Officer Arvind Kumar.
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