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NC MLA sparks controversy by not standing for national anthem; cites health reasons

J&K administration ordered a probe against NC MLA Hilal Lone for not standing for the national anthem during the swearing-in ceremony of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah.

Oct 17, 2024

J&K HC to hear petition questioning LG's authority to nominate MLAs after SC's dismissal

After the Supreme Court declined to hear the plea against LG's power to nominate five MLAs, the petitioner approached the J&K High Court and requested for speedy hearing.

Oct 17, 2024

Haryana CM Saini, 13 ministers take oath in presence of PM, HM Shah and 18 CMs

A low-profile non-Jat but Other Backward Classes (OBC) face Nayab Singh Saini, 54, took oath as Haryana Chief Minister on Thursday for the second time amidst a galaxy of NDA leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Oct 17, 2024

Supreme Court Affirms Section 6A of Citizenship Act; What It Means

The Supreme Court of India, led by Chief Justice of India D. Y. Chandrachud, has upheld the constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act, 1955.

Oct 17, 2024

With BJP forming govt third time in Haryana, OBC face Saini takes oath as CM

Nayab Singh Saini sworn in as Haryana CM, BJP's 3rd consecutive Govt in state begins

Other Backward Classes (OBC) face Nayab Singh Saini took oath as the Haryana Chief Minister for the second time on Thursday with the BJP defying anti-incumbency to form the government in the state for a record third consecutive term by securing an absolute majority in Haryana.

Oct 17, 2024

Nayab Singh Saini retained as Haryana CM

Doors always open for common man: Nayab Singh Saini

Ahead of taking the oath of office, Haryana Chief Minister-designate Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday offered prayers at Valmiki Temple here on the occasion of Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti and reiterated that his doors are open round the clock and common man can approach him with their issues.

Oct 17, 2024

PM Modi concludes 3-day US visit, departs for India after series of bilateral talks

International Abhidhamma Divas: Classical Language status to Pali is tribute Lord Buddha, says Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday attended the celebrations of International Abhidhamma Divas and recognition of Pali as a classical language at Vigyan Bhavan here, calling the new status of Pali a tribute to the enduring legacy of Lord Buddha.

Oct 17, 2024

Trade union leader-turned-Deputy Chief Minister: Omar's strategic move to counter BJP's narrative

Omar appoints mass leader Surinder Choudhary as his deputy to counter the BJP's narrative of the alleged discrimination in the Jammu region. Termed as a giant killer by defeating BJP's J&K president Ravinder Raina, Surinder Choudhary is the first Deputy Chief Minister from the Pir Panchal range.

Oct 17, 2024

Liberal MPs call for Trudeau's resignation even as Canadian PM focuses on smearing India for political gains

Already struggling to find support even amongst Ottawa's longstanding strategic partners in his bid to spread further false narrative on India, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau could be on a sticky wicket at home soon as his own party leaders and many Members of Parliament are now publicly expressing dissatisfaction with his leadership.

Oct 16, 2024

Ahead of Diwali, Centre announces 3 per cent hike in DA for employees

Central Government Announces 3% DA Hike Ahead of Diwali; One Crore Employees, Pensioners to Benefit

The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a 3 per cent increase in dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) for Central government employees and pensioners.

Oct 16, 2024

Setback for Kerala BJP President as HC stays discharge order in bribery case

Days after a trial court gave relief to state BJP President K. Surendran in an election bribery case, the Kerala High Court on Wednesday stayed the order discharging him.

Oct 16, 2024

Government Boosts Rabi Crop MSP for 2025-26 Season

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved an increase in the minimum support prices (MSP) for all mandated Rabi crops for the marketing season 2025-26. The highest increase in MSP has been announced for rapeseed and mustard at Rs 300 per quintal, followed by lentil (masur) at Rs 275 per quintal.

Oct 16, 2024

PM Modi greets Omar Abdullah, says Centre will work closely with him for J&K's progress

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended his best wishes to Omar Abdullah on his becoming the Chief Minister and assured that the Centre will work closely with him and his team for the progress of Jammu and Kashmir.

Oct 16, 2024

Nayab Singh Saini retained as Haryana CM

Soft-spoken second-time BJP legislator Nayab Singh Saini (54) was retained as the Chief Minister of Haryana for his second consecutive term. He will take an oath of office along with Cabinet colleagues in Panchkula on Thursday amidst Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union ministers Amit Shah and Rajnath Singh.

Oct 16, 2024

SCO must lead push for UNSC reform: EAM Jaishankar in Islamabad

India on Wednesday used the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Council of Heads of Government (CHG) meeting in Pakistan to reiterate its demand for urgent reforms in the UN Security Council so that it could keep pace with the changing world order.

Oct 16, 2024

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Search Results for: Union territories

NC MLA sparks controversy by not standing for national anthem; cites health reasons

J&K HC to hear petition questioning LG's authority to nominate MLAs after SC's dismissal

Haryana CM Saini, 13 ministers take oath in presence of PM, HM Shah and 18 CMs

Supreme Court Affirms Section 6A of Citizenship Act; What It Means

Nayab Singh Saini sworn in as Haryana CM, BJP's 3rd consecutive Govt in state begins

Doors always open for common man: Nayab Singh Saini

International Abhidhamma Divas: Classical Language status to Pali is tribute Lord Buddha, says Modi

Trade union leader-turned-Deputy Chief Minister: Omar's strategic move to counter BJP's narrative

Liberal MPs call for Trudeau's resignation even as Canadian PM focuses on smearing India for political gains

Central Government Announces 3% DA Hike Ahead of Diwali; One Crore Employees, Pensioners to Benefit

Setback for Kerala BJP President as HC stays discharge order in bribery case

Government Boosts Rabi Crop MSP for 2025-26 Season

PM Modi greets Omar Abdullah, says Centre will work closely with him for J&K's progress

Nayab Singh Saini retained as Haryana CM

SCO must lead push for UNSC reform: EAM Jaishankar in Islamabad

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