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Need to focus on air defence systems to protect India's air domain: Rajnath Singh
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He exhorted the Indian Air Force (IAF) to focus on strengthening the air defence systems, use of drones and making headway in the field of aerospace to protect India's air domain.
Jaishankar calls for greater cooperation among SCO nations
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Addressing the opening of the SCO Heads of Government meeting in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, Jaishankar said, "Today when the world is facing challenges, looming economic recession, broken supply chains, food and energy insecurity this calls for closer cooperation with the SCO.
ED raids Raj Congress president's premises, summons Gehlot's son in FEMA case
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In a post in Hindi on X, the Chief Minister said: "Date 25/10/23: Congress launches guarantees for women of Rajasthan... Date 26/10/23 - ED raid on Rajasthan Congress President Govind Singh Ji Dotasara - Summons to my son Vaibhav Gehlot to appear in ED.
Is Khalistan movement planning to spread its wings in Rajasthan too?
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“Khalistan Zindabad” was found written on the wall of a railway station in Hanumangarh and the Government Railway Police got it whitewashed after the station master informed higher authorities about it. Videos supporting the Khalistan cause and stating that the desert state, too, would become Khalistan were also uploaded on social media from different accounts.
Delhi 2020 riots case: 11 men acquitted, charges framed against one
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Additional Sessions Judge Pulastya Pramachala of the Karkardooma Courts, after carefully examining the evidence and circumstances, concluded that although the 11 accused individuals were present at various times during the mob's activities and were linked to other riot-related incidents, it could not be established that they were vicariously responsible for the incident resulting in Negi's tragic death.
India to partially resume visa services in Canada from Thursday
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"Further decisions, as appropriate, would be intimated based on continuing evaluation of the situation," the statement added. Diplomatic relations between India and Canada hit rock bottom after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau last month had alleged in his country's Parliament at India's role in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar on its soil.
Air pollution: Delhi metro to run 40 additional trains on its all route from Wednesday
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"As part of the various measures being adopted by the Delhi government to combat pollution under GRAP-II stage, DMRC will be running 40 additional train trips on weekdays (Mon-Fri) across its network starting from tomorrow," said the DMRC spokesperson.
WATCH | Defense Minister Rajnath Singh performs 'Shastra Puja' in Tawang along China border
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Accompanied by the Army Chief, General Manoj Pande, the fefence minister also carried out a comprehensive evaluation of India's military preparedness along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal Pradesh, applauding the troops for their steadfast commitment and remarkable courage in safeguarding the nation's borders.
S. Jaishankar reaffirms India's commitment to UN, seeks reforms
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"On 78th UN Day, reaffirm India's commitment to UN and its charter. Emphasize the significance of reformed multilateralism which fosters fairness, inclusivity and multipolarity," S. Jaishankar posted on X. "A more purposeful United Nations will deliver on the Global South's expectations and aspirations," he added.
AQI to remain in 'very poor' category in Delhi on Tuesday, to deteriorate more in coming days
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In Dhirpur, the AQI plunged into a "severe" category at 327.
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