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Uniform Civil Code to be implemented in Uttarakhand before Nov 9: CM Dhami
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami announced that the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will be implemented in the state before November 9, the foundation day of Uttarakhand. The UCC aims to establish a uniform set of personal laws for all citizens. The bill was passed by the Legislative Assembly in February.
News broadcast body to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi
The News Broadcasters and Digital Association (NBDA) will hold a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss issues related to the broadcasting sector, including the draft Broadcast Bill and IT Rules 2021. The NBDA has raised concerns about government overreach and potential disruptions from the Department of Telecom's plans for 5G/6G spectrum allocation.
Canada to cut down on low-wage, foreign workforce: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a reduction in low-wage, foreign workers, urging businesses to invest in Canadian workers and youth. This decision comes as Canada's unemployment rate reached a 30-month high of 6.4 per cent in July. Statistics Canada reported challenges in job finding, with rising youth unemployment. Despite this, the average hourly wage growth for permanent employees increased to 5.6% per cent, the fastest since December.
PM Modi, HM Shah assure Tripura CM of support in dealing with flooding, landslides
Prime Minister Modi and Home Minister Shah assured support to Tripura CM Manik Saha in dealing with floods and landslides. A central team will assess reported damages of Rs 15,000 crore. The disaster affected over 17 lakh people and claimed 31 lives. Relief efforts are underway, with over 1 lakh people sheltered in relief camps.
FM Nirmala Sitharaman leads high-level delegation in talks with Singapore President and Prime Minister
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met with Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, accompanied by key Indian ministers. They discussed enhancing India-Singapore cooperation in digitalization, green initiatives, and skill development during the talks ahead of the India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable. The leaders aimed to bolster their strategic partnership for mutual future growth.
Prime Minister Modi visits Martyrologist Exposition on children, places a doll in memory
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy paid tribute to children who lost their lives in the Ukraine-Russia conflict at Kyiv's National Museum of History of Ukraine. Modi placed a toy at the memorial, expressing sorrow and solidarity with the families. UNICEF reports nearly 2,000 child deaths since the war began.
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Call for non-political family youths to join politics has received tremendous response, PM Modi says
PM Modi received an encouraging response to his Independence Day call for non-political youths to join politics. Many expressed interest, emphasizing the challenges posed by family-based parties. Modi highlighted their desire for opportunities and guidance to strengthen democracy. He also praised IIT-Madras youths for their space sector innovations.
Cong should tell why its govts have not fulfilled OPS promise in states: BJP on 'U-turn' jibe on UPS
The BJP praised PM Modi for the unified pension scheme for central government employees while criticizing Congress for failing to reinstate the old pension scheme in states where it holds power. Ravi Shankar Prasad accused Congress of empty promises, contrasting this with Modi's careful decision-making, and urged Congress to fulfill its commitments.
PM Modi's message of peace will resonate during Ukraine visit: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Ukraine as a significant moment for promoting peace and diplomacy. Puri praised Modi's warm reception in Poland and Kyiv, and celebrated the 70-year diplomatic relationship between India and Ukraine, which is being elevated to a strategic partnership.
BIMSTEC Summit postponed by new Thailand Prime Minister due to technical issues
Thailand's new Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, has postponed the BIMSTEC Summit scheduled for September 4 in Bangkok due to cabinet formation issues. PM Narendra Modi will not travel to Bangkok but is expected to visit Singapore on September 5 to engage with the new PM Lawrence Wong. Several memorandums of understanding are anticipated to be signed.
Kolkata horror: In letter to PM Modi, Mamata requests 'stringent central legislation' to combat hate-crimes against women
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has urged Prime Minister Modi to introduce central legislation to combat increasing rape cases. She highlighted the alarming frequency of such crimes and advocated for fast-track special courts for quick justice. The letter stresses the duty of lawmakers to ensure women's safety through stringent measures.
PM Modi has no vision to tackle unprecedented unemployment crisis: Congress
The Congress on Thursday criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not having a vision to address India's 'unprecedented unemployment crisis.' Highlighting a report by the Bank of Baroda, Congress leader Jairam Ramesh noted a significant reduction in corporate sector job growth and emphasized that 2.43 lakh jobs were lost in 2022-23 due to massive layoffs in 375 companies.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi becomes first Indian premier in 45 years to visit Poland
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi made history by becoming the first Indian PM in 45 years to visit Poland. During his two-day visit, he will meet with Polish President Andrzej Sebastian Duda and Prime Minister Donald Tusk to strengthen bilateral ties. Modi highlighted the importance of Poland as a key economic partner in Central Europe and expressed his commitment to democracy and pluralism. He will also engage with the Indian community in Poland before heading to Ukraine for discussions on a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict.
Echoes of WWII kindness: Modi’s Polish visit highlights Indian Maharajas’ historic refuge for Polish war orphans
The PM is likely to pay a visit to the 'Good Maharaja Square' in Warsaw, which has been built to pay homage to the erstwhile ruler of Nawanagar, Maharaja Jam Saheb Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinhji, who provided shelter to a group of Polish children who had been left homeless after Poland was ravished by the war.
Papa, your teachings are my inspiration...: Rahul Gandhi on former PM Rajiv Gandhi's birth anniversary
Rahul Gandhi commemorated his father Rajiv Gandhi's birth anniversary, pledging to carry forward his vision for India. He visited Veer Bhumi to offer floral tributes. Party MP Jairam Ramesh praised Rajiv Gandhi's impactful political and technological contributions, citing significant reforms and national development projects during his time as Prime Minister.
There's no need for secret ties with BJP, says TN CM Stalin
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin refuted claims of a secret alliance with the BJP after Rajnath Singh attended a DMK event to release a coin for M Karunanidhi. Stalin highlighted the DMK’s ideological commitment. AIADMK leader Edappadi K Palaniswami criticized the event, querying the absence of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.
Paetongtarn Shinawatra becomes Thai Prime Minister after royal signoff
Paetongtarn Shinawatra took office as Thailand's prime minister after a royal endorsement, replacing Srettha Thavisin who was ousted by the Constitutional Court. She is the second female and youngest prime minister in Thai history. This political shift involves her family, with her father Thaksin, a controversial figure, returning to the spotlight despite legal challenges.
Women's reservation in Parliament, assemblies will empower them, says MP CM Mohan Yadav
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav praised the decision to reserve 33% of seats for women in Parliament and state assemblies, calling it a significant step toward empowering women. He commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this legislation, highlighting its potential to showcase India's democratic strength and drive the country's progress.
Opposition questions PM's 'one nation, one election' push after EC excludes Maharashtra from upcoming Assembly polls
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar explained the rationale behind the decision, stating that logistical and security concerns influenced the EC's approach. "Last time, Maharashtra and Haryana elections were held together. This time, with four states due for elections and heavy rainfall in Maharashtra, as well as several festivals lined up, we decided to conduct elections in two states together," Kumar said. He added that the additional factors of security force requirements also played a role in the decision.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim to visit India next week
India and Malaysia are set to finalise a significant trade and mobility agreement during Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's upcoming visit to New Delhi. The pact aims to boost Malaysian investments in India and protect the rights of Indian professionals in Malaysia. Other topics on the agenda for the visit include discussions on human resources, tourism, the Palestine situation, Malaysia's interest in joining BRICS, and the South China Sea dispute. The visit is part of efforts to strengthen ties between the two countries, with Malaysia being India's third-largest trading partner in ASEAN and a significant investor in India.
BJP has neither been secular nor civil: Sibal on PM's remarks on UCC
Prime Minister Narendra Modi argued for the implementation of a 'secular civil code,' describing the existing laws as discriminatory and communal. In response, Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal criticized the BJP's track record over the past decade, asserting the need for a secular and civil country. Both figures presented differing views on the current legal framework.
'Seating LoP Rahul in 5th row shows PM's pettiness, lack of respect for democratic traditions': Cong
The Congress criticized Prime Minister Narendra Modi for seating Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi in the fifth row at the Independence Day celebrations. The party claimed this act demonstrates a lack of respect for democratic traditions and accused Modi of showing pettiness. The decision was defended by event organizers, citing the table of precedence.
Shiv Sena (UBT) mouthpiece Saamana calls PM Modi's Independence Day speech "boring"
Shiv Sena (UBT), through Saamana, criticized PM Modi's Independence Day speech as election-focused and boring. They accused him of disrespecting the army, ignoring the Manipur crisis, and lacking contributions to India's progress in various sectors, while alleging that his leadership has stifled democracy.
I urge PM Modi once again to visit Manipur: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi said on Thursday, he met a group of Manipuri people living in Delhi who shared their heartbreaking struggles since ethnic clashes broke out in the northeastern state.
PM Modi's Independence Day speech uninspiring, failed to address important issues, claims opposition
Prime Minister Modi's Independence Day address was criticized by opposition leaders for lacking unity and ignoring key national issues. Criticisms included his stance on 'One Nation One Election' and the ongoing Hindenburg Research allegations. They felt the speech did not adequately embrace India's diversity or offer inspiring solutions for the country's current challenges.
"Some cannot tolerate India's progress unless it benefits them": PM Modi's indirect dig at opposition in I-Day speech
Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized progress and unity in his Independence Day address, highlighting the nation's resolve against those hindering development. He vowed to continue the fight against corruption and promote agricultural sector reforms, aiming for a developed India by 2047. PM Modi commended the youth's confidence and urged all Indians to work towards a self-reliant and prosperous nation.
There is a need to transform agriculture sector: PM Modi
Prime Minister Modi highlighted the necessity of transforming agriculture in India during his Independence Day speech. He mentioned government efforts to improve farmers' welfare, including promoting natural farming and offering loans for modern technology like drones. Modi asserted that these actions could make India a global leader in organic food production.
Third Eye: National space day plans, no language issues here, the ‘Blue’ Grouse
Ministries have organized events leading up to 'National Space Day' on August 23 to commemorate Chandrayaan-3's success. The Prime Minister’s Office is overseeing the preparations. In Lok Sabha, Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu defended the title 'Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak,' despite linguistic criticism, explaining that its meaning is consistent in Hindi, Sanskrit, and Telugu.
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