PM MODI LAUNCHES SUBMARINE CABLE CONNECTIVITY TO ANDAMAN & NICOBAR ISLANDS

Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched and dedicated to the nation, the submarine Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) connecting Andaman & Nicobar Islands to the mainland through video conferencing.

World Has Lot Riding On India And China: EAM Jaishankar

The world has a lot riding on India and China given their size and the impact, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said, suggesting that the future of ties between the two countries would depend on reaching some kind of equilibrium or understanding.

PM Modi launches platform for “Transparent Taxation - Honouring the Honest”

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched a platform for “Transparent Taxation - Honouring the Honest” today through video conferencing.

I&B Minister launches 'DD Assam' channel

Minister of Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar launched 'DD Assam' channel virtually.

M.S. DHONI, SURESH RAINA ANNOUNCE RETIREMENT FROM INTERNATIONAL CRICKET

Former Indian Cricket Team Skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni announced his retirement from International Cricket.

INDIA RANKS FIRST IN NUMBER OF ORGANIC FARMERS

India ranks first in the number of organic farmers and ninth in terms of area under organic farming.

GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR BUSINESSES WITH ANNUAL TURNOVER OF UP TO RS 40 LAKH

The Ministry of Finance said that businesses with an annual turnover of up to Rs 40 lakh are GST exempt. Initially, this limit was Rs 20 lakh.

ECI approves guidelines for conduct of general/bye elections amid pandemic

Election Commission of India approved the broad guidelines for conduct of general/bye elections during COVID-19 period.

Delhi Airport develops portal for all international arriving passengers across India

Delhi International Airport Limited today announced that it has developed a first-of-its-kind portal where India-bound international arriving flyers can fill the mandatory self-declaration form and also apply online for exemption from mandatory institution quarantine process.

Cabinet approves setting up of National Recruitment Agency to conduct Common Eligibility Test

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi has given its approval for creation of National Recruitment Agency (NRA), paving the way for a transformational reform in the recruitment process for central government jobs.

Canada Suspends Extradition With Hong Kong Over China's Security Law

Canada suspended its extradition treaty with Hong Kong to protest the tough new national security law China has enacted in the financial hub.

India Among Top Ten Nations In Intellectual Property Filings

As per World Intellectual Property Indicators-2019 Report, India has emerged as the top tenth nation in the ranking of the total (resident and abroad) Intellectual Property (IP) filing activity.

India, US reaffirm to work towards free, open, prosperous Indo-Pacific

India and the US have reaffirmed their commitment to work towards ensuring a free, open, inclusive, peaceful and prosperous Indo-Pacific. They also agreed on the need to deepen cooperation in the United Nations, especially during India's membership of the United Nations Security Council.

In a first for an Arab nation, UAE launches Mars mission

The United Arab Emirates celebrated the launch of its Hope probe to Mars, the first interplanetary mission by an Arab nation.

Govt launches Special Liquidity Scheme to improve liquidity for NBFCs and HFCs

The Union Government has launched the Special Liquidity Scheme of 30 thousand crore rupees to improve the liquidity position for Non-Banking Finance Companies- NBFCs and Housing Finance Companies- HFCs. The scheme was launched through a Special Purpose Vehicle in the form of SLS Trust set up by SBI Capital Markets Limited (SBICAP).

Government launches ASEEM portal to help skilled people find sustainable livelihood opportunities

Union Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship launched Aatamanirbhar Skilled Employee- Employer Mapping (ASEEM) portal to help skilled people find sustainable livelihood opportunities.

One Nation One Ration Card scheme now enabled in 20 States/UTs

The One Nation One Ration Card facility was started as inter-State portability of ration cards in 4 States w.e.f. August 2019. Since then, a total of 20 States/UT have been integrated together into a seamless national portability cluster w.e.f. June 2020. Thus, this facility is currently enabled for NFSA cardholders in 20 States/UTs.

PRAGYATA: Guidelines on digital education announced by HRD Ministry

HRD Ministry announces guidelines for online classes; recommends restrictions on screen time.

Australia announces biggest budget deficit since World War II

The Australian government announced the countrys biggest budget deficit since World War II.

GOVT BANS 960 BLACKLISTED FOREIGN NATIONALS FROM TRAVELING TO INDIA FOR 10 YEARS

The Government banned 960 blacklisted foreign nationals from traveling to India for 10 years. The blacklisted foreign nationals were involved in Tablighi Jamaat activities.

Prakash Javadekar expresses happiness over 29 pct rise in population of Asiatic lions

Union Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar has described the 29 percent rise in population of Asiatic lions in the Gir forests as a conservation success.

Railways creates new world record by successfully running first Double-Stack Container Train in OHE electrified territory

Indian Railways has created a new world benchmark by successfully running first Double- Stack Container Train in high-rise in Over Head Equipment electrified territory on Western Railway.

Govt announces historic reforms in space, banking, livestock, dairy sector

Government announced historic reforms in space, banking and animal husbandry sector.

HEALTH MINISTER: INDIA IS IN MUCH BETTER PLACE THAN REST OF THE WORLD IN COVID-19 CONTAINMENT

The GoM Chairman Dr Harsh Vardhan said that India is in a much better place than rest of the world but t was no scope for complacency. The GoM was also apprised about the growing medical infrastructure in the country.

COAL INDIA ARM WESTERN COALFIELDS OPENS 3 NEW COAL MINES

Coal India Subsidiary Western Coalfields Ltd (WCL) opened 3 new coal mines in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh having combined annual production capacity of 2.9 million tonnes (MT).

Government allocates over Rs 2 lakh cr for development of J&K: Defence Minister

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has said that NDA government has allocated more than two lakh crore rupees for the development of Jammu and Kashmir from 2014 to 2019.

Cabinet approves historic amendment to Essential Commodities Act

Union Cabinet approved a historic amendment to Essential Commodities Act. This is a visionary step towards transformation of agriculture and raising farmers income.

India Gifts 12.5 Tonne Consignment Of Medical Supply To Sri Lanka

India sent a 12.5 tonne gift consignment of essential medicines and medical items to Sri Lanka as a special friendly gesture during the ongoing auspicious Vesak week. It reached Colombo by a special flight of Indian air force carrying best wishes from the government and the people of India.

India Strongly Condemns Terror Attacks Against Civilians In Afghanistan

India has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attacks against innocent civilians in Afghanistan.

Government Hikes MSP For Minor Forest Produce Of 49 Items

Government has raised the minimum support price for Minor Forest Produce of 49 items in view of circumstances arising out of Covid 19.