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Congress leader blames Kejriwal for Centre’s Delhi Services Bill

August 9, 2023

Departing from the party line, Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit criticised Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal for the Delhi Services Bill, claiming that his power struggle and harsh exchanges with the Centre led to the draft legislation on the control of services in the national capital. The draft legislation on Delhi services...

No signature needed: AAP defends Raghav Chadha amid forgery accusation

August 9, 2023

The BJP has accused Raghav Chadha of fraudulent actions related to the Delhi Services Bill motion. Union Home Minister Amit Shah claimed that Chadha forged the signatures of five MPs to push the bill towards a select committee. In response, the AAP party refuted that there is no need for...

Parliament passes inter-services organisations bill

August 9, 2023

Parliament on Tuesday passed a bill that seeks to provide the commander-in-chief and officer-in-command of inter-services organisations with disciplinary and administrative powers over personnel from other forces serving in such establishments. The bill was cleared in the Rajya Sabha with a voice vote. The Lok Sabha had given its nod...

RS passes bill to empower President with management accountability of IIMs

August 9, 2023

The Rajya Sabha on Tuesday approved a bill designating the President of India as the “Visitor” for all Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs), amid opposition raising concerns regarding various matters concerning the nation’s top business schools and expressed worries about the potential for the legislation to curtail the autonomy of...

Delhi govt directs civic bodies to begin door-to-door campaign to combat larvae breeding

August 9, 2023

All civic bodies in Delhi have been asked to send dengue control workers door to door for checking of breeding of mosquito larvae in households, Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj said on Tuesday. Delhi has reported 105 fresh dengue cases in the past week, taking the tally to nearly 350, according...

APSEZ achieves its strongest-ever quarterly performance during Q1 FY24

August 9, 2023

APSEZ reported its Q1 FY24 results ended June 30, 2023, showcasing its strongest-ever quarterly performance. This period saw record-highs in cargo volumes, revenue, EBITDA, and a notable 200 bps increase in domestic market share. Despite a six-day adverse impact on over 50% of port capacity due to cyclone Biparjoy, Karan...

Waste-to-art: Delhi LG, CM jointly inaugurate ‘Shaheedi Park’

August 9, 2023

The redeveloped ‘Shaheedi Park’ in the national capital, which showcases scrap-made sculptures of various freedom fighters, was jointly inaugurated by Delhi LG V K Saxena and Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Tuesday. The inauguration ceremony took place amid strains of patriotic songs like ‘Mera Rang de Basanti Chola’. The revamped...

Jammu-Srinagar highway blocked due to landslide in Ramban, Amarnath Yatra halted

August 9, 2023

The annual pilgrimage to the holy cave shrine of Shri Amarnath from Jammu to Srinagar was suspended on Wednesday due to a landslide on the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway in Ramban district, officials said. Meanwhile, the Yatra will also be suspended from Pantha Chowk yatra base camp to Jammu and it...

France to offer 5-year Schengen visa for Indian alumni

August 9, 2023

On Tuesday, France said its goal to welcome 30,000 students from India by 2030 is aimed at fostering academic excellence, boosting cultural links, and enhancing long-lasting friendship between the two nations. Under the new programme, France plans to offer a five-year Schengen circulation visa for Indian alumni. France announced major...

Pepperfry Co-founder’s demise raises heart health concerns

August 9, 2023

The unexpected passing of Ambareesh Murthy, co-founder of Pepperfry, following a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), has brought to the forefront a disturbing trend of cardiac arrests affecting even physically active individuals. Murthy, a seasoned biker with impressive feats under his belt, such as a ride to Leh, raises questions about...

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