SC asks Centre to mull formation of menstrual leave policy

Supreme Court Urges Consideration of Menstrual Leave Policy

In a significant move, the Supreme Court of India has called upon the central government to contemplate the establishment of a menstrual leave policy. This directive, announced on July 8, 2024, was in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by an advocate. Jul 9, 2024
Modi & Putin

PM Modi Unveils Ambitious Plan to make India Third-Largest Economy

Prime Minister Narendra Modi aims to make India the third-largest economy globally, construct three crore houses for the poor, and empower three crore women. These goals were announced during Modi's visit to Moscow for the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit. Jul 9, 2024
FARMER

Pulses Cultivation Surges, Promises Food Price Stability

The Ministry of Agriculture reports a 14.1% increase in kharif crop sowing in 2024 due to favorable monsoon conditions. The area under pulses cultivation surged by 50%, which is expected to alleviate food inflation caused by a shortage of pulses. Jul 8, 2024
Putin, Modi

PM Modi on three-day State Visit to Russia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday embarked on a three-day official visit to Russia and Austria. In the first leg of his visit, PM Modi will be in Moscow for the 22nd Annual Summit between India and Russia and before departing he said he was looking forward to meeting President Vladimir Putin. Jul 8, 2024
Assam floods

Assam Floods: Death Toll Rises, Millions Affected

The devastating floods in Assam continue to wreak havoc, with the situation remaining critical. The calamity has claimed six more lives, bringing the death toll to 58. Over 23.96 lakh people across 29 districts of the state have been affected, with the Brahmaputra and several other rivers flowing above danger levels. Amid this crisis, Union Home Minister Amit Shah has assured Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma of the Centre's full assistance. Jul 8, 2024