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Terror outfits using religion as cover to avoid detection
Back in India, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) arrested Aal Halif alias Abu Ibrahim -- one of the most dreaded Islamic State (IS) handlers in the subcontinent -- from Bengaluru in 2020. This IS handler was a meritorious student of economics before his entry into the world of terror. Halif disguised as Sujit Chandra Debnath was working as an assistant of a mason in Bengaluru. His arrest came as a surprise to the NIA investigators.
Mumbai's ugly duckling, BDD Chawl, will soar to skies in Rs 20K-crore 'avatar'
After three decades of hiccups, delays, litigation, political upmanship and other speedbreakers, Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray performed the ground-breaking ceremony last week for the mega-redevelopment project estimated to cost around Rs 20,000-crore. Over the next few years, they will move to some 32 swank towers in 500-sq.feet 2-BHK ultra-modern flats with top amenities.
Govt gives one year extension to Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved extension in service to Shri Rajiv Gauba, IAS (JH:1982) as Cabinet Secretary for the period of one year beyond 30.08.2021, read the Government notification issued late Saturday evening. A 1982 batch officer of Jharkhand cadre, Gauba was to retire on August 30 this year.
Rahul Gandhi's Twitter handle blocked: Congress
"Rahul Gandhi's Twitter account has been temporarily suspended and due process is being followed for its restoration," the Congress tweeted from its official Twitter handle. The party said that until then, Rahul Gandhi will stay connected with all through his other social media platforms and will continue to raise his voice for the people and fight for their cause.
Haryana announces Rs 6 cr for Neeraj; greetings pour in
The star athlete from Panipat district in Haryana created histiry after he clinched the gold in javelin throw with an attempt of 87.58 metres, becoming only the second Indian after Abhinav Bindra to win an individual gold medal at the Olympics. Congratulating Chopra for his triumph, Khattar said he not only won the medal, but also won the heart of the whole country.
President Kovind, PM Modi, Sports Minister Thakur lead nation in congratulating Chopra
"Unprecedented win by Neeraj Chopra! Your javelin gold breaks barriers and creates history. You bring home first ever track and field medal to India in your first Olympics. Your feat will inspire our youth. India is elated! Heartiest congratulations!" said Kovind. Star javelin thrower Chopra fetched India its first-ever gold medal in athletics at the Olympics with a best throw of 87.58 metres.
Assam-Mizoram border row: Efforts on to lift 'economic blockade'
Due to the "economic blockade" on National Highway-306 in Assam's Cachar, supply of essential commodities, transport fuels and medicines to Mizoram has been acutely hit since the bloodiest border clash and firing that left six Assam policemen dead and 100 others including civilians of the two states hurt on July 26.
Mamata urges Modi not to introduce electricity amendment bill
In a letter written to Prime Minister Modi, Banerjee said, "Power is too important a sector for such unilateral interferences, especially when 'electricity' as a subject is in the Concurrent List of the Constitution of India and any legislation on a subject in such a list needs serious prior consultation with the States. In the present case, there has been some tokenism of consultations.
Governance in Kerala a family affair as Riyaz's grip improves
Then he was given the plum portfolios of Public Works and Tourism and after nearly three months, what everyone is interested in knowing is whether the governance in the state has turned into a family affair. This became evident when he successful took control of the flagship project of former State Finance Minister Thomas Isaac Kerala Infrastructure Investment Fund Board ( KIIFB).
Mumbai cops chase hoax bomb calls at Bachchan home, 3 stations
Two persons, including a truck driver, have been picked up for interrogation from Thane for the bomb threats call received at around 8.53 pm on Friday, said an official. Not willing to take any chances, various crack agencies and the Mumbai Police's Bomb Detection & Disposal Squad (BDDS), searched all the locations --Bachchan's bungalow, and the UNESCO World Heritage site.
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