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Bangladesh's Interim Leader Yunus Reassures PM Modi of Hindu Community's Safety
"Received a telephone call from Professor Muhammad Yunus. Exchanged views on the prevailing situation. Reiterated India's support for a democratic, stable, peaceful and progressive Bangladesh. He assured protection, safety, and security of Hindus and all minorities in Bangladesh," PM Modi shared on X following their discussion on Friday afternoon.
India's SSLV Successfully Deploys EOS-08 and Private Satellite into Orbi
The success of the mission was announced by ISRO Chairman Dr. S. Somanath: "The third development flight of SSLV has successfully been accomplished. We can declare that the process of SSLV development has been completed. We are in the process of transferring the SSLV technology to the industries." He said that the satellites had been precisely put in their intended orbits with no deviations, and EOS-08's solar panels had been deployed.
Delhi Airport's New Expanded Terminal 1 Set to Open on August 17
DIAL has been working in tandem with the airlines IndiGo and SpiceJet for smoothening the shifting of their flight operations from Terminals 2 and 3 to the new Terminal 1. Beginning August 17, SpiceJet will shift 13 of its flights to Terminal 1, while IndiGo on September 2 will shift 34 of its flights from Terminals 2 and 3 to Terminal 1.
Allahabad HC Upholds Religious Freedom, Denies Bail in Conversion Case
Ajeem had been booked under sections 323/504/506 IPC and section 3/5(1) UP Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act, 2021 in Badaun district for the alleged forced conversion of a woman to Islam and also sexually harassing her. He then approached the high court for bail and claimed to be innocent, stating that the woman had willingly left her home and confirmed their marriage in statements under sections 161 and 164 of the CrPC.
Supreme Court Orders Punjab, Haryana Police Chiefs to Discuss Partial Reopening of Shambhu Border Highway
The court urged the Punjab government to encourage the protesting farmers at the Shambhu border to clear their tractors from the road, emphasizing that highways are not intended for parking.
Assam DGP Reports Recovery of Chinese-Origin Arms and Ammunition
He said that these arms and ammunition were buried during the active period of now-banned militant group National Democratic Front of Bodoland. According to Singh's post on X, the recovery includes five Chinese-made hand grenades, five improvised grenades, one pistol, and a revolver.
CDS Highlights Regional Instability as Major Concern
General Chauhan's comments came at a time when current political upheaval was rocking Bangladesh.
Wayanad Landslide Tragedy: Death Toll Hits 413, 152 Still Missing
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan has stated that search operations will continue until the Defence forces decide otherwise. These operations are now concentrated in regions where residents were stranded immediately following the worst natural disaster in Kerala's history, which occurred on July 30.
Sadhguru Urges Immediate Action to Protect Hindus Amid Violence in Bangladesh
Citing a report from the Bangladeshi newspaper *Daily Star*, Sadhguru stated, “Though this region was once part of our nation, it has become a neighboring area now. Nevertheless, it remains our duty to protect these people, who are integral to our civilization, from such distressing atrocities.”
R Swain Officially Appointed as DGP of Jammu and Kashmir
A declaration released by the MHA on Wednesday quotes, "With the approval of the competent authority, R. R. Swain IPS (AGMUT: 1991) as Director General of Police. The appointment shall take effect from the date of his assuming the charge and shall remain valid till 30th September 2024 or until further orders.
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