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Supreme Court to Review SBI's Request for Extension on Electoral Bond Disclosure
Chaired by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, a five-judge Constitution bench will also address a separate plea requesting the commencement of contempt proceedings against the SBI, alleging deliberate and conscious defiance of the apex court's instruction to furnish details of political party contributions via electoral bonds to the Election Commission by March 6.
Ram Navami Designated as a Public Holiday in West Bengal
As per the notification released by the state government, all non-essential services, including state government offices and affiliated organizations, will remain closed on April 17th, honoring the occasion of Ram Navami.
Assessing Bilateral Relations: EAM's Visit to Japan Provides Timely Opportunity, Says MEA
Jaishankar highlighted India's impressive developmental strides, citing statistics such as the construction of 28 kilometers of highways daily, the establishment of eight new airports annually, and the consistent development of one-and-a-half to two metros each year. He underscored India's educational advancements, noting the creation of two new colleges daily over the past decade, alongside a doubling of technical and medical institutions. These developments, he asserted, position India as a robust and credible partner.
Indian Government's Supportive Outreach to Students in the US Amid Tragic Incidents
The unfortunate incident involving the death of Amarnath Ghosh, a promising dancer from Kolkata pursuing his PhD, has sparked concerns. Ghosh was fatally shot in Missouri last month, adding to a series of similar incidents involving Indian students this year.
Supreme Court to Review SBI's Request for Extended Disclosure Time on Electoral Bonds
Under the leadership of Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud, the bench will also address a separate plea alleging contempt against the SBI. The plea accuses the bank of intentionally flouting the apex court's directive to furnish details of contributions made to political parties via electoral bonds to the Election Commission by March 6.
Delhi Police Sub-Inspector Suspended Following Altercation with Namaz Observers in Inderlok"
Sub-Inspector Manoj Kumar Tomar's actions during the Friday prayer near the Inderlok metro station were met with shock and indignation. In the viral footage, Tomar is seen forcefully dispersing the worshippers, resorting to shoving and kicking some of them in a sudden fit of anger.
"India's Plea: Avoid Endangering Lives in Support Roles with Russian Army"
Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs, expressed concern over the exploitation of numerous Indians who had been deceived into working for the Russian Army. He stated that New Delhi had strongly raised this issue with Moscow to expedite the discharge of these individuals.
Government Approves 4% Increase in Dearness Allowance for Central Government Employees
This decision arrives amidst the anticipation of the forthcoming Lok Sabha elections, expected to be announced by mid-month.
Government Allocates Rs 12,000 Crore for LPG Subsidy to Underprivileged
Allocating a budget of Rs 12,000 crore for the fiscal year 2024-25, this subsidy will be directly deposited into the bank accounts of eligible beneficiaries, as per an official announcement.
Boost to India's Air Power: Govt Approves Development of AMCA, India's Fifth-Generation Stealth Fighter Project
Under the project, estimated at around Rs 15,000 crore, the DRDO's Aeronautical Development Agency, in collaboration with various private and public sector entities, will pioneer the development of the stealth fighter jet and its associated technologies. Reports suggest that approximately five prototypes will be fabricated over a span of five years.
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