Interest rate on small savings scheme to remain same for for the quarter beginning April 1, says Centre
The Centre today declared that the interest rate on small savings scheme will remain unchanged for the quarter beginning April 1.
News update: Army JCO abducted in Manipur, search ops launched
A Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) with the Indian Army was abducted from his residence in Manipur’s Thoubal district today morning, The Indian Express reported today. The abducted officer is a resident of the valley district of Thoubal. Security agencies are involved in a search operation and all vehicles plying National Highway 102 are being checked, IE reported citing sources.
O Women’s Day, France inscribes guaranteed right to abortion
France inscribes the right to abortion in its constitution as world marks International Women’s Day
Delhi cop suspended for allegedly kicking people offering namaz
The Delhi police has suspended its sub-inspector for allegedly kicking people offering namaz in Inderlok, an official said today.
I-T tribunal denies Cong request to stop action against bank accounts
Weeks ahead of the Lok Sabha polls, the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal has refused to accept the Congress’ plea to stop the department’s action against its bank accounts.
Rajasthan mishap: 17 children suffer electric burns in Kota while collecting water for Shivratri event
Shivratri festivities in Rajasthan’s Kota, seventeen children and a woman suffered electric burns today. One of them is critical, officials said. The incident took place in the Kali Basti area at around 11:00 AM. The children admitted to Kota’s MBS Hospital Kota are between 9 and 16 years of age, officials said.
Spectrum auction to begin from 20 May 2024, says DoT
The forthcoming spectrum auction will start from May 20, according to the notice inviting application released by the Department of Telecom today. The government will auction eight spectrum bands for mobile phone services at a base price of Rs 96,317.65 crore. Spectrum which is held by firms undergoing insolvency processes as well as the frequencies expiring this year will also be put on auction.
Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra news update: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi reaches Gujarat’s Godhra today
News update: Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah launches National Cooperative Database
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah launched the National Cooperative Database in New Delhi. The Minister also released the ‘National Cooperative Database 2023: A Report’.
Made significant investments in upskilling women in manufacturing sector: Ashok Leyland
Ashok Leyland has been spearheading the drive to empower women in the male-dominated manufacturing sector. The company already showcased its ‘Women Centric Cabin Trim Line’ at its Pantnagar facility (Uttarakhand) and also the ‘all women production line’ at its unit in Hosur (Tamil Nadu), aimed at encouraging more women into the industry, the company said in a statement today. The city-based heavy commercial vehicle maker has rolled out new television commercials aimed at encouraging women to pursue their aspirations with the message ‘Koi Manzil Door Nahin (No Dream too far) by showcasing them as protagonists.
India’s policy towards Nepal remains unchanged, assures envoy after meeting top new ministers
India has assured Nepal that its policy towards the Himalayan nation remains unchanged following the scrapping of the alliance between the Nepali Congress and the CPN (Maoist Centre) and the formation of a new government, the Nepalese media reported on Friday. This assurance was conveyed by India’s Ambassador to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava who made separate courtesy calls on Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Foreign Affairs Narayan Kaji Shrestha and Finance Minister Barsha Man Pun on Thursday, The Kathmandu Post newspaper reported.
Latest news update: CBI team detains a person during probe in Sandeshkhali, North 24 Parganas
CBI officials today searched the residence of suspended TMC leader Shajahan Sheikh in Sandeshkhali in connection with its investigation into an attack on an ED team in the area, officials said.
News update: PM Narendra Modi to inaugurate Sela Tunnel project tomorrow
PM Narendra Modi will unveil Sela Tunnel project to the Nation tomorrow. The tunnel has been constructed at an altitude of 13,000 feet with a total cost of Rs 825 crore and will provide all-weather connectivity to Tawang Region of Arunachal Pradesh.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray writes to Maha Governor over Gokhale Bridge construction issue
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray wrote to the Maharashtra Governor on Thursday over the Gokhale Bridge construction issue. “A fair inquiry is expected on this issue and therefore Municipal Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal and the railways’ officials must be suspended,” Aaditya Thackeray wrote.
New Zealand’s Deputy PM Winston Peters to visit India from March 10-13
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of New Zealand, Winston Peters will be paying an official visit to India on March 10-13 at the invitation of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.
News update: Sudha Murty nominated to Rajya Sabha by President Murmu
Author and philanthropist Sudha Murty has been nominated to the Rajya Sabha by President Droupadi Murmu. Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in a post on X that her presence in the Upper House is a powerful testament to Nari Shakti (women power), exemplifying the strength and potential of women in shaping the nation’s destiny.
West Bengal teacher recruitment scam: Enforcement Directorate raids six places linked to ‘middlemen’
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) today searched six places in West Bengal allegedly linked to “middlemen” in the State teacher recruitment scam. The places searched by ED officials included the Patharghata area.
Creators’ Awards: Data revolution, cheap mobile phones created new world for content creators, says PM Modi
Let us start ‘create on India movement’ to share India’s stories: PM Modi
Let’s start ‘create on India’ movement to share with the world stories about India, its culture, heritage, PM Modi said today.
CBI to continue probe at suspended TMC leader Sheikh Shahjahan’s Sandeshkhali residence
A team of CBI (Central Bureau of Investigation) has reached the residence of Sheikh Shahjahan, who has been accused of land grab and harassment, in Sandeshkhali, North 24 Parganas.