Category: NEW DELHI

• NEW DELHI

A fresh consignment of around 60 tonnes of emergency medical equipment, generators, and other utilities have been sent by India to Jamaica to support the country's healthcare needs and enhance their disaster preparedness.

Italian Ambassador to India, Antonio Bartoli believes that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is an "extraordinary political leader" who has an "extraordinary capacity" to connect with people.

The delegation, which included BJP leaders Om Pathak, MoS Harsh Malhotra, MP Bansuri Swaraj, Praveen Shankar Kapoor, and Advocate Sanket Gupta, submitted a detailed representation to the ECI, supported by primary evidence spanning 5,000 pages.

The Delhi High Court on Friday dismissed a plea in which a woman claiming to be the widow of the great-grandson of Bahadur Shah Zafar II from the Mughal dynasty sought possession of the Red Fort in the national capital.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated and launched multiple development projects worth around Rs 5500 crore at Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh.

Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav expressed concerns on Friday over security along the borders, economic inequality and the treatment of minorities in the country.

Congress leader and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Friday stressed the importance of the Constitution as a "shield and guarantee" for the nation's security and freedom of speech.

Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge retorted, accusing the Chairman of disrespect. “When the Chairman does not respect me, how can I respect him?” Kharge remarked, further alleging that the Chairman encouraged ruling party MPs to target him and his party.

The Union Cabinet on Thursday approved the ‘One Nation, One Election’ Bill, aimed at improving electoral processes. The Bill is likely to be tabled in this Winter Session of Parliament.

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Thursday announced that every woman of the capital will get monthly monetary assistance of Rs 1,000/- and this would be raised to Rs 2,100 if the party is voted to power in upcoming Assembly elections.

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey raised the issue of alleged link between former Congress president Sonia Gandhi and US billionaire George Soros. He also hurled many questions at the Congress party and accused the Gandhis of conniving with the anti-India forces.

Leader of the House in the Rajya Sabha and Union Minister J.P. Nadda on Thursday strongly condemned Congress and Leader of Opposition (LoP) Mallikarjun Kharge for "demeaning" and "derogating" constitutional positions and "questioning the Chair."

Jaggi Vasudev, the founder of Isha Foundation on Thursday expressed dismay over repeated disruptions in the ongoing session of Parliament, particularly over matters related to privately owned businesses and conglomerates. 

Jal Jeevan Mission is facilitating the empowerment of more women in India, especially in the rural areas, said Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday. 

“It was actually during the UPA regime when bank employees were harassed and forced to give loans to cronies through “phone banking” by the then Congress-led UPA Govt functionaries,” the Finance Minister posted on X.

India’s total non-fossil fuel installed capacity reached 213.70 GW in November, marking an impressive 14.2 per cent growth from 187.05 GW in the same month last year, the government said on Wednesday.

In his address, the Prime Minister reiterated his concept of 'Sabka Prayas', a theme he has emphasised in his Red Fort speeches. He highlighted that India’s progress can accelerate through collective efforts, and today’s event stands as a testament to this.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday highlighted that with a strategic location in the Indian Ocean and a legacy of trade and cultural exchange, India is poised to become a global hub and a leading maritime player.

According to sources, Misri told the gathering of about 21-22 MPs, who attended the detailed briefing, that the interim government in Dhaka has assured action on perpetrators behind attacks on Hindus in the country.

According to Kejriwal, as of December 5, only 487 deletion applications from Shahdara were displayed on the Commission’s website. This discrepancy raises questions about the remaining applications and the transparency of the process.

The situation for Hindus worsened drastically after August, the report says, as it documents an alarming rise in gang rapes, murders, and desecration of temples. Rural Hindu communities, it mentioned, face the brunt of these attacks, enduring atrocities that often go unreported and unpunished.

Ethical issues in artificial intelligence (AI) and spread of fake news are global concerns and India is committed to addressing these challenges through robust debate and responsible innovation, while fixing accountability on social media platforms, Union Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, said on Wednesday.

India’s economic growth is expected to rebound to 7 per cent in 2025-26, despite the global uncertainties, primarily due to domestic policies, according to an Axis Bank research report released on Wednesday.

India has seen significant progress in reducing malaria incidence and mortality rates, according to the latest World Malaria report, from the World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday.

"We are monitoring the situation in Syria in the light of ongoing developments. We underline the need for all parties to work towards preserving the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of Syria," the MEA said.