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30 Mar

PM Narendra Modi remembers freedom fighter Shyamji Krishna Varma on his Punya Tithi

On Wednesday Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to Shyamji Krishna Varma on his Punya Tithi.

The Prime Minister said that every indian is proud of Shyamji Krishna Varma’s monumental contribution to our freedom struggle. He also recalled bringing back the ashes of the great freedom fighter from Geneva in 2003.

“Remembering the courageous Shyamji Krishna Varma on his Punya Tithi. Every Indian is proud of his monumental contribution to our freedom struggle. To be able to bring back his ashes from Geneva in 2003 will remain among the most special moments of my life,” tweeted PM Modi.

Shyamji Krishna Varma was the founder of Indian Home Rule Society, India House and The Indian Sociologist in London. Varma, also became the first President of Bombay Arya Samaj.

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30 Mar

President Kovind, PM Modi extends greetings to people of Rajasthan on Statehood Day

President Ram Nath Kovind on Wednesday extended his greetings to the people of Rajasthan on the occasion of their Statehood day.

President Kovind said that Rajasthan has a unique identity and hoped for the state’s bright future.

“Greetings to the people of the state on Rajasthan Day. The glorious history of this state is replete with many inspiring stories of valor. Rich in the rainbow shade of nature and having global charm due to its hospitality, Rajasthan has a unique identity. I wish for a bright future for the state,” tweeted President.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also extended his greetings and tweeted, “Best wishes of Rajasthan Day to all the residents of Rajasthan, the historical land of bravery, self-respect and sacrifice. The state should move forward on the path of progress, this is my wish.”

Home Minister Amit Shah said that Rajasthan is famous for its courage and valor and wished for the progress and development of the state.

“The land of Rajasthan is famous for courage, valor, whose glorious history and rich cultural heritage is proud of the whole country. Many wishes to all the people of the state on the foundation day of Veerbhoomi Rajasthan. I wish for the continuous progress and development of the state,” tweeted Amit Shah in Hindi.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also extended her greeting and tweeted, “I extend my heartfelt warm wishes to all my Rajasthani brothers and sisters, on the occasion of the Rajasthan Divas today. Me Thari The Mahara!”

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30 Mar

India strongly condemns terror attack in Israel

Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said that India condemns the terrorist attacks in Israel and also expressed his condolences on the loss of innocent lives in the terror attack in Israel.

“We strongly condemn the terrorist attacks in Israel. Our condolences to the families of the victims,” tweeted Arindam Baghchi.

Earlier on Tuesday, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed his condolences on the loss of lives in the terror attack over a telephone conversation with Israel’s Defence Minister Benjamin Gantz.

“Had a telephonic conversation with the Defence Minister of Israel, Mr Benjamin Gantz. Shared my condolences on the loss of innocent lives due to terror attacks in Israel. Terrorism is a global menace which has no place in today’s civilised world,” Rajnath Singh said in a tweet.

In another tweet Rajnath Singh emphasized on further strengthening the bilateral relationship between India and Israel.

“Both the countries look forward to further strengthening the bilateral relations as India-Israel complete 30 years of full diplomatic relations. Defence cooperation is the founding pillar of our strategic partnership. Military and industry cooperation has been on an upward swing,” he tweeted.

Two people were killed and six were injured in a shooting attack by ISIS operatives on Sunday in Israel.

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30 Mar

Amid Russia-Ukraine crisis, PM Modi calls for regional unity and cooperation at 5th BIMSTEC Summit

On Wednesday Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasized regional cooperation among the BIMSTEC member states in light of the Russia-Ukraine developments.

While addressing the BIMSTEC summit he said that He added that the developments in Europe over the last few weeks have raised a question mark on the stability of international order.

Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation or BIMSTEC is a regional group constituted of India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand, Nepal and Bhutan. The 5th BIMSTEC Summit is being hosted by Sri Lanka.

Modi said that it is important to enhance the capacity of the Secretariat for BIMSTEC to meet our expectations and suggested that the Secretary-General make a roadmap to achieve this goal.

Modi also said that India will provide financial assistance of one million dollars to increase the operational budget of the Secretariat For this important work to be completed.

He also emphasized the necessity of making early progress on the proposal of the BIMSTEC Free Trade Agreement (FTA) to enhance mutual business.

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30 Mar

Two Lashkar-e-Taiba Terrorists, one carrying a journalist card, killed in J&K

On Wednesday two Lashkar-e-Toiba (LeT) terrorists were killed in an encounter with security forces in Rainawari area of Srinagar.

Police said that one of the terrorists identified as Rayees Ah Bhat, killed in the encounter was carrying a press card.

“One of the killed categorised local terrorists of proscribed terror outfit LeT was carrying Identity Card (ID) of media. It indicates a clear case of misuse of media,” Kashmir Zone Police tweeted quoting IGP Kashmir.

Rayees Ah Bhat was a former journalist who later joined the ranks of terrorists. He used to run an online news portal ‘ValleyNews Service’ in Anantnag.

“Killed terrorist (Rayees Ah Bhat) was earlier a journalist &was running online news portal ‘ValleyNews Service’ in Anantnag. Joined terrorist ranks in 8/2021 &was categorised ‘C’ in our list. 02 FIRs are already registered against him for terror crimes,” tweeted Kashmir Zone Police.

 

The second terrorist has been identified as Hilal Ah Rah of Bijbehara.

 

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30 Mar

Covid-19: India’s active caseload falls below 15,000 after 707 days

According to the Union health ministry’s updated data on Wednesday morning, India have reported 1,233 COVID-19 cases in the last 24 hours.

There has been a sustained fall in the weekly and daily Positivity Rates. The weekly Positivity Rate in the country currently stands at 0.25% and the Daily Positivity rate is also reported to be 0.20%.

In a significant development, India’s Active Caseload (14,704) has declined to less than the 15,000 mark after 707 days. Active cases now constitute 0.03% of the country’s total Positive Cases. The caseload on 21st April 2020 was 14,759 Active Cases.

31 Covid-19 deaths were also reported in the last 24 hours, taking the country’s death toll up to 5,21,070.

Meanwhile, India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has exceeded 183.82 crores.  Vaccination for the age group 12-14 years was started on 16 March 2022. So far, more than 1.50 crore (1,50,55,291) children have been administered with the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

Precaution doses have been given to more than 2.28 Crore (2,28,71,399) people so far.

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29 Mar

West Bengal Governor writes to Mamata Banerjee for interaction at Raj Bhavan

Amid the CBI probing of the Birbhum violence case, West Bengal Governor Jagdeep Dhankhar on Tuesday wrote a letter inviting Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for interaction during the week at Raj Bhawan.

“Recent alarmingly worrisome developments, reflecting increased lawlessness and violence, make it imperative that you spare time earliest for an interaction at Raj Bhavan,” Governor wrote in the letter.

“Already cliff hanging governance in the state, from the perspective of Constitution and law, has recently been further strained by horrifying incidents of barbarity at Rampurhat and in the hallowed precincts of the Assembly,” read the letter.

Jagdeep Dhankhar said that he is concerned about the public statement to “hit the streets in protest” of Mamata Banerjee. He also said that the CBI investigation of the Rampurhat incident is monitored by the Calcutta HC and any recourse has to be lawful and not on the streets.

 

“I am concerned at your public statement to “hit the streets in protest” if the CBI probe is not in tune with your thought process, since the same is not in sync with the position you adorn. Please bear in mind. the investigation by CBI in the horrific barbarity at Rampurhat is ordered and monitored by the Hon’ble High Court at Calcutta. Any recourse thereof has to be lawful and not on streets,” read the letter.

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29 Mar

NCW Launches Legal Aid Clinic To Provide Free Legal Assistance And Counseling To Women In Distress

In a move to make legal aid more accessible for women, the National Commission for Women (NCW) in collaboration with Delhi State Legal Services Authority (DSLSA) has launched a legal aid clinic which will act as a single-window facility for resolving grievances of women by offering them free legal assistance.

NCW is also planning to set up similar legal services clinics in other State Commissions for Women. The legal aid clinic will operate out of the Commission’s office in New Delhi.

According to the press release by Ministry of Women and Child Development any woman will be able to walk-in to the facility for accessing free legal advice and counseling where legal services advocates in the panel of DSLSA will help women.

The launch ceremony of the legal aid clinic was held on Tuesday at the Commission’s office in Delhi.

Addressing the gathering, Chairperson Ms Rekha Sharma said that the legal aid centre aims to provide free advice and legal services to women.

“The legal aid clinic will focus on protecting women’s rights and providing them with a one-stop centre for seeking legal counseling and help. Women will now be able to obtain legal aid without running from pillar-to-post,” she said.

Under the new legal aid clinic, counseling will be provided for walk-in complainants, women in distress will be given legal assistance, advice and information on various schemes of the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA)/ DSLSA, assistance in mahila jansunwai, free legal aid, hearings in matrimonial cases and other complaints registered with the Commission will be provided among other services.

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29 Mar

Mamata Banerjee urges all political parties in Darjeeling to stop fighting

On Tuesday West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee while addressing at a programme in Chowrasta urged all top political parties in the hills of North Bengal to work together for the development of the region.

She said, “Promise me, that you will not fight for the next 10 years, just work for the people. You work for the hills with your mind and see where Darjeeling-Kurseong reaches.”

Talking about the students credit card she said that 21000 students have been provided with expenses upto Rs. 10 lakh for their education.

“21,000 students of West Bengal have been provided with the student credit cards for their educational expenses upto Rs 10 lakh, we are in the process of adding more students to the list gradually,” said Mamata Banerjee.

Talking about the project for the hills, Mamata said that ‘Chaa Sundari Scheme’ has been launched in the state under which 3,80,000 families will be provided homes. She further said that before TMC came to power tea labourers used to get only Rs 67 but now they are getting paid Rs 202 as daily wage.

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29 Mar

PM Modi participates in ‘grih pravesham’ of over 5 lakh PMAY beneficiaries in MP

On Tuesday Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in ‘Grih Pravesham’ of about 5.21 Lakh beneficiaries of Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana – Gramin in Madhya Pradesh via video conferencing. Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Union and state ministers, Members of Parliament and state legislators were among those present on the occasion.

Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister congratulated the beneficiaries for their  ‘Grih Pravesham’ in the upcoming new year of Vikram Samvat.

The Prime Minister emphasized that “these 5.25 lakh houses built in villages under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana are not just statistics These 5.25 lakh houses are the identity of the poor getting strong in the country.”

Modi further said that this campaign of providing pucca houses to the poor is not just a government scheme but a commitment to instil confidence in the rural poor. “This is the first step of bringing the poor out of poverty”, he said.

As against few lakh houses constructed earlier, the Prime Minister said that this government has already handed over 2.5 crore pucca houses out of which 2 crore are in the rural areas. Not even the pandemic could slow this campaign, said the Prime Minister. In Madhya Pradesh 24 lakh out of approved 30 lakh houses are already complete benefiting, among other, Baiga, Sahariya and Bhariya samaj people.

Houses under PMAY, the Prime Minister informed, come equipped with toilet, Saubhagya Yojna electricity Connection, Ujala Scheme LED bulb, Ujjwala gas Connection and water connection under Har Ghar Jal, saving the beneficiaries the hassle of running around for these benefits.

The Prime Minister, said that among the houses constructed under the PMAY scheme, almost two crore houses are registered in the name of the women. This ownership has strengthened the participation of the women in the financial decision-making of the household. Reiterating the government’s commitment to enhance the dignity and ease of living of the women, the Prime Minister said that in the last two and half years more than 6 crore households have been provided tap water connection for drinking water.

He complimented the Madhya Pradesh government and the Chief Minister for creating new records in MSP procurement. Madhay Pradesh Farmer also received 13 thousand crore rupees under PM Kisan Samman Nidhi.

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