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Sunday, December 31, 2023

J&K Police announces reward up to Rs 12L to curb ‘anti-national activities’

In an attempt to curb ‘anti-national activities’ in the Union Territory, the J&K Police has announced cash reward of up to Rs 12.50 lakh for people who provide information and intelligence on trans-border tunnels, drones, narcotics, terror activities and terrorists. The cash reward for providing information about trans-border tunnels used by anti-national elements is Rs 5 lakh, according to the J&K Police. Further, the police announced Rs 3 lakh reward for those who sight drones from the across the border and provide information about the same.

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"Let's pledge to build prosperous society, nation," President Murmu extends New Year greetings

President Droupadi Murmu extended her greetings to all the countrymen on the eve of New Year 2024 and called upon the people to pledge to build a prosperous society. In a message, the President said, "On the joyous occasion of the New Year, I extend my warm greetings and best wishes to all Indians living in India and abroad. The arrival of the New Year is an occasion to move forward with new resolutions and goals."

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Saturday, December 30, 2023

10 international airlines under DGGI scanner over tax evasion

The Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) has questioned executives from at least 10 leading foreign airlines in an ongoing investigation related to alleged tax evasion. Finance managers of British Airways, Etihad, Thai Airways, and Qatar Airways have recorded their statements. Lufthansa, Emirates, Oman Airlines, and Singapore Airlines have not yet appeared for questioning. DGGI has asked the airlines to produce documents related to their India-related expenditure and pay tax for services rendered under the new GST regime.

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Local terror recruitment down 80% in 2023: Jammu Kasmir DGP

Jammu and Kashmir witnessed an 80% decline in local terror recruitment in 2023, with foreigners taking the lead, according to DGP RR Swain. Only 22 recruitments occurred in 2023, and the J&K Police aims to curtail recruitment and violence. The collaborative efforts of the police and other security forces resulted in the neutralization of 113 terrorists, leaving 31 local operatives active. Additionally, two separatist organisations, the DFP and the Muslim League were banned under UAPA.

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'India will also be known as spiritual power,' says Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia in Ayodhya

After the inauguration of various projects by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said on Saturday that today is a historic day as PM Modi's resolutions for Ayodhya are coming true and Ayodhya is becoming prominent on the world map. "Today is a historic day; today PM Modi's resolutions for Ayodhya are coming true, and Ayodhya is becoming prominent on the world map. Today, India will also be known as a spiritual power. 22 January will be an important day for India.

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Friday, December 29, 2023

Peculiar case of Nitish's JD(U): How majority of party chiefs faced unceremonious exits

Rajiv Ranjan quits as JD(U) party president, making way for CM Nitish Kumar to take charge ahead of Lok Sabha elections. Majority of JD(U) presidents have faced unceremonious exits. George Fernandes, founder president, was replaced by Sharad Yadav. RCP Singh, once confidante, was asked to step down. Lalan Singh, considered 'alter ego' of Nitish, fails to complete his tenure. Nitish takes over to save the party and strengthen its organizational base. JD(U) faces crises with shifting votes. Nitish focuses on consolidating OBC votes.

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Thursday, December 28, 2023

Bihar's deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav denies rift in GA, slams BJP

Tejashwi Yadav, RJD leader and deputy CM of Bihar, accused the opposition of spreading rumors to hide the achievements of the state government. He denied any conflicts in the ruling alliance and criticized the opposition for trying to deny credit to the government. Tejashwi mentioned the caste survey, increase in quota percentage, and granting state government employee status to contractual teachers as major decisions taken by the alliance. He also responded to BJP MP Sushil Kumar Modi's claims about Nitish Kumar returning to the NDA and stated that Nitish would not take any drastic decisions without consulting the entire setup.

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Wednesday, December 27, 2023

Anand Mohan meets Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, fuels speculations

Former MP Anand Mohan and his wife Lovely Anand met CM Nitish Kumar, sparking speculation. Lovely is with the RJD while their son Chetan Anand is an RJD legislator. Mohan clarified it was a courtesy meeting and denied joining the JD(U). He also expressed willingness to contest elections. The meeting is significant due to the strained relations between Mohan and the RJD, exacerbated by his controversial remarks. Nitish had previously visited Mohan's village and assured support to him.

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Tuesday, December 26, 2023

Farooq pushes for Pakistan dialogue, cites ‘Gaza’ warning

Farooq Abdullah, the NC president, urged the Centre to resume talks with Pakistan to end terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, warning of a 'Gaza-like situation' if it did not. He demanded a probe into the alleged torture and deaths of innocent people in Poonch during the hunt for terrorists. Farooq also highlighted the increase in terror activities in the Poonch-Rajouri belt and stressed the need for dialogue between India and Pakistan to resolve the disputes.

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BJP govt in Chhattisgarh to provide free rice to poor families for next 5 years from Jan 2024



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Monday, December 25, 2023

Delhi: Saurabh Bharadwaj accuses chief secretary Naresh Kumar of inaction over sexual harassment case in Burari

Delhi health minister criticizes chief secretary for inaction on alleged sexual harassment at Burari Hospital. The Minister questions the functioning of the elected government and the safety of women. He asks if the BJP will demand action against the Chief Secretary. The Minister highlights the shocking incident and the need for immediate government action. He also mentions the lack of control of the elected Delhi government over officers due to recent amendments in the GNCTD Act.

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Sunday, December 24, 2023

Congress slams BJP MP Simha, says he's 'running away' from questions on Parliament security breach

Congress criticizes BJP MP Pratap Simha for facilitating entry of intruders in Lok Sabha; Simha says voters will decide his patriotism in 2024; Congress questions Simha's role in security breach; youths entered Lok Sabha with visitor passes recommended by Simha.

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Madhya Pradesh cabinet expansion on December 25: CM Mohan Yadav



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Jagan's time is over as political migrations have started: Chandrababu Naidu

TDP supremo Chandrababu Naidu took a dig at Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, stating that political migrations have begun in the state. Naidu mentioned that leaders from ruling YSRCP have joined TDP in several Assembly segments. He criticized Jagan's decision to shift his office to Visakhapatnam and highlighted the influence of the sand mafia in the state. Naidu also raised concerns about the registration of cases under the Atrocities Act against those opposing the sand mafia.

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Shashi Tharoor writes to Om Birla over Kerala Police action at Congress rally, alleges violation of privileges



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Saturday, December 23, 2023

Infiltration bid foiled in Akhnoor, 1 killed

The Indian Army successfully thwarted an infiltration attempt from Pakistan along the border in the Akhnoor area of Jammu. The incident occurred during extensive search operations to apprehend terrorists responsible for ambushing and killing four soldiers in Poonch, approximately 200 km away. This marks at least the fourth foiled infiltration attempt in the Poonch-Rajouri region since late May, with previous instances leading to the death or capture of intruders, including the apprehension of three terrorists on May 31 with a significant cache of arms, explosives, and suspected heroin.

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Prashant Kishor's meeting with TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu stokes buzz ahead of Andhra Pradesh elections

Political strategist Prashant Kishor met TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu in Vijayawada on Saturday, sparking buzz that he may advise the party for the coming assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh.Kishor, who visited the former Andhra Pradesh chief minister's residence late afternoon, played down the speculation and called it a "courtesy meeting"."I met Chandrababu Naidu. This was a courtesy meeting, long overdue. Told him that I would come and meet him," said Kishor, while speaking to reporters.

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Friday, December 22, 2023

Prashant Kishor says he finds himself 'closer to Congress ideology'

Prashant Kishor, a poll strategist-turned politician, formally admits his alignment with Congress' ideology. Speculations arise regarding his potential joining of the Congress. Key grand alliance partners, except Congress, criticize Kishor's remarks, questioning his credibility. Kishor launched his padyatra from Bhitiharwa Ashram, the same place where Gandhi initiated his satyagraha movement in 1917. The Congress welcomes Kishor's remarks, stating that their door is open for everyone. RJD and JD(U) express skepticism towards Kishor's ideology and credibility, while the BJP highlights his changing political principles.

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

India has got consular access 3 times to Pannun plot accused in Czech custody

​ While the government refrained from making any comment on the merits of the US indictment of Indian national Nikhil Gupta for the foiled plot to assassinate India-designated terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, it confirmed on Thursday that India thrice had consular access to the accused who remains in Czech custody and whose family approached India’s Supreme Court last week seeking an intervention by the central government. ​Gupta was detained by Czech authorities in Prague on June 30 at the instance of US.

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4 soldiers killed, 3 wounded in Poonch ambush

Four soldiers killed and three wounded in a terrorist ambush on military vehicles in J&K's Poonch district. The attack occurred during a joint operation against terrorists in the Dhera Ki Gali area. The terrorists attacked a truck and a Maruti Gypsy, resulting in casualties. The banned People's Anti-Fascist Front claimed responsibility for the ambush, similar to a previous attack in April. The region remains vulnerable to attacks, and strict measures have been taken to apprehend the terrorists.

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Retired Bombay HC chief justice Ramesh Devkinandan Dhanuka loses Rs 50k in cyber fraud

Ramesh Devkinandan Dhanuka (62), retired chief justice of Bombay High court, lodged an FIR with the Colaba police saying an unidentified person sent him a message asking to update his Pan card details. When he opened the link and submitted the Pan card details, Rs 49,998 was siphoned off from his bank account. The police are searching for the cyber fraudster.

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What happened in 2023: A month-wise look at all that made headlines this year



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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee blames recording by Rahul Gandhi for Dhankhar row

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee downplayed the mimicry incident involving Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, stating that it was not meant to be disrespectful. She mentioned that if Rahul Gandhi hadn't recorded it, no one would have known about it. Trinamool Lok Sabha MP Kalyan Banerjee, who mimicked Dhankhar, stated that he had no intention to hurt or disrespect him, but did not offer an apology. The incident led to Kalyan Banerjee being dropped from the list of leaders accompanying Mamata Banerjee to meet PM Modi.

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Low-intensity blast rocks Armed Police camp in Jammu & Kashmir’s Poonch



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France submits bid for selling 26 naval Rafale fighters to India

France submits bid to India's defence ministry for the estimated Rs 50,000 crore deal for 26 Rafale-Marine fighter jets. The bid includes offer, pricing, and other details. The deals for the fighters and additional Scorpene submarines were granted preliminary approval by the Defence Acquisitions Council. The government-to-government deal will be signed after final cost negotiations and approval from the Cabinet Committee on Security. The Navy wants the deals to be finalized within this fiscal year due to a shortage of fighters for its aircraft carriers.

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

WHO classifies JN.1 coronavirus strain as 'variant of interest'



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Monday, December 18, 2023

Rains, floods cripple southern Tamil Nadu; hundreds of passengers stranded

Chief Minister M K Stalin arrived in Delhi to discuss relief initiatives with Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the intense rainfall and heavy flooding in Tamil Nadu. The four southern districts of Chennai, Kanyakumari, Tirunelveli, and Thoothukudi were overwhelmed by the unprecedented rainfall, resulting in the death of three people. Rescue efforts, including the use of boats, were ongoing in flooded areas, and food was provided to over 50,000 affected individuals.

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Sunday, December 17, 2023

Eye on Lok Sabha polls, CWC to meet 2 days after opposition bloc huddle

Moving with alacrity in the wake of its defeat in the Hindi heartland states, Congress has called a meeting of the party's apex body CWC on December 21, in deliberations designed to send out a message of optimism and a call to the cadres to prepare for the Lok Sabha elections. The CWC will be attended by the party chief ministers also, sources said. The meeting will come two days after the deliberations of the INDIA bloc in the capital on Tuesday.

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India needs to address issues like malnutrition to become developed country: Raghuram Rajan

Raghuram Rajan, former RBI Governor, emphasizes that India needs to address malnutrition and focus on its human capital to become a developed nation. He questions how the country can achieve development when malnutrition is prevalent. Rajan highlights the importance of nurturing human capital by offering large-scale training. He believes that training a large number of people well will lead to significant value creation. Rajan also expresses confidence in the cleaning up of the banking system during his tenure as RBI Governor.

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Saturday, December 16, 2023

Congress to launch crowdfunding drive for 2024 polls war chest

Cash-strapped Congress to launch 'Donate for Desh' crowdfunding campaign ahead of 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Party aims to generate resources by appealing to adult Indians to donate minimum of Rs 138 or multiples of the amount. Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi's 'Tilak Swaraj Fund' launched in 1920-21. Campaign will be launched by Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge. State offices directed to raise awareness about the campaign. Rally planned in Nagpur on December 28 to mark party's 138th anniversary with at least 10 lakh attendees.

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Co-villagers give clean chit to Lalit Jha, parents to move court

Co-villagers are shocked and shattered over the revelation that their young neighbour Lalit Jha is the alleged mastermind behind Wednesday Parliament Security Breach even as the Darbhanga police which began investigation into his family background found nothing “objectionable” against him nor any criminal history in the past. Lalit originally hails from Rampur-Uday, a nondescript village tucked away under Bahera police station in northern Bihar’s Darbhanga district.

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India's search behavior key in shaping future of search business: Google VP

India's unique search behavior is a key factor in influencing the future of Google's search business, according to Google's vice president of search. The company has been addressing the challenges posed by India's search behavior by improving voice recognition for Hindi and other local languages. Google has also collaborated with the Indian Institute of Science on Project Vaani, which focuses on gathering and transcribing speech data from all districts in India. The future of search, according to the vice president, is multi-modal, with an emphasis on combining different content types like images and text.

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Friday, December 15, 2023

Chhattisgarh CM orders to launch drive against leprosy, swift ambulance service

Chhattisgarh chief minister Vishnu Deo Sai on Friday ordered to launch an extensive drive against leprosy and work towards the elimination of the disease. Leprosy among people mainly in tribal dominated districts in Chhattisgarh is a serious concern and a drive against the disease is the first decision taken in regards with health, by the chief minister. In his first review meeting with health department officials, chief minister Sai directed to invigorate the 108 emergency ambulance services in state and ensure that the ambulance reaches to the needy within half an hour of the request call.

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Indian-American lawmakers warn of damage to ties from Pannun case

The Biden administration is pressuring New Delhi over the alleged plot to assassinate Khalistani militant Gurpatwant Singh Pannu. Indian-American lawmakers revealed that the administration provided them with a classified briefing on the "murder-for-hire plot of an American citizen." They are demanding action against Indian government officials involved in the episode and warning that failure to take corrective steps could harm bilateral ties.

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

14 MPs suspended amid Parliament security breach row

14 opposition party MPs were suspended from Parliament for disrupting proceedings after the Lok Sabha security breach incident. The government asked the Opposition not to politicise the issue and the opposition demanded a statement from home minister Amit Shah, and if he fails to make a statement, his resignation. Trinamool Congress floor leader Derek O'Brien was suspended from Rajya Sabha. Parliamentary affairs minister Pralhad Joshi moved two resolutions for suspending MPs in Lok Sabha, and several opposition MPs claimed that one of the suspended MPs was not present.

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Oman Sultan to arrive in India tomorrow on three-day state visit

The Head of State of the Sultanate of Oman, Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, will begin his three-day state visit to India tomorrow. He will be accompanied by a high-level delegation of senior ministers and officials. This visit marks a significant milestone in the diplomatic relations between India and Oman. Upon arrival, Sultan Haitham bin Tarik will be called on by the External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar. The visit will provide an opportunity to explore avenues for future collaboration between the two countries.

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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

PM Modi demonstrated resolve to make climate action collaborative process: Environment minister at COP28 closing

Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on Wednesday said through India's G20 Presidency, Prime Minister Narendra Modi demonstrated his resolve to make climate action a collaborative process that 'leaves no one behind'. Addressing the COP28 closing plenary session ,the Union minister said the world came together at the event for climate action. "Through its G20 Presidency steered by PM Modi , India displayed the resolve to make climate action a collaborative process that leaves no one behind," Yadav said.

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023

Common people not law enforcers, can't grill others on suspicion: Manipur CM

Manipur CM urges common people not to take on the role of law enforcers and excessively question those they find suspicious. He advises against seeing enemies everywhere and emphasizes that harassment and assault should be avoided. CM announces a scheme to provide monthly financial support to women who are 40 years old and above, have no source of income, and are not covered by another scheme. The scheme aims to empower women and benefit approximately 4 lakh women in Manipur.

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66% decline in killing of security personnel in encounters in J&K between 2018 and 2022

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) reported a 66% decline in the killing of security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir during encounters with terrorists from 2018 to 2022. Data shows that a total of 134 security forces were killed in different encounters during this period. The decline is attributed to the government's policy of zero tolerance against terrorism and the implementation of various strategies such as round-the-clock nakas, intensified Cordon and Search Operations (CASO), and sharing of intelligence inputs. Measures to prevent terrorist attacks on civilians and sensitizing personnel on the ground have also been taken.

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Monday, December 11, 2023

If you ask me how many zeros in Rs 350 crore, will have to count: Congress leader Chidambaram on cash haul



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BJD, Congress and BJP in slugfest over IT raids on liquor traders in Odisha



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Jaripatka To Gadchiroli, India's zero-mile city crucible of Pakistan refugees, but citizenship, land ownership still distant dream

Nagpur, located in the heart of India, has been the last-mile destination for millions of Partition victims from Pakistan. Uprooted Sindhis, Punjabis, and East Bengalis have found refuge in Nagpur, struggling for citizenship and land ownership. The Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) was a flicker of hope for these refugees, but its implementation has been delayed. The government has taken steps to grant property ownership to the second and third generations of these refugees. However, the wait for CAA implementation continues for new immigrants.

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Sunday, December 10, 2023

India-US partnership launched to boost electric bus deployment

India and the US launched a partnership for non-recourse lending to deploy 38,000 electric buses in India. The payment security mechanism (PSM) aims to unlock up to $10 billion in lending and guarantee delayed payments from fiscally constrained state bus companies. India will contribute $240 million, while $150 million will come from the US government. This initiative is crucial for decarbonizing the transport sector and achieving India's goal of net-zero emissions by 2070. The PSM was discussed during Prime Minister Modi's visit to the USA.

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Fake and completely fabricated: MEA on report claiming 'secret memo' targeting Sikh separatists

India strongly rejects fake a report alleging a secret memo issued by the Indian government in April to take concrete measures against Sikh separatists, including Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Indian spokesperson dismisses the report as part of a sustained disinformation campaign against India and accuses the outlet as known for propagating fake narratives peddled by Pakistani intelligence. In September, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged the potential involvement of Indian agents in the killing of Khalistani extremist Nijjar. India rejected the charges as absurd.

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Eastern Zonal Council meet: CM Nitish Kumar asks Centre to grant special status to Bihar

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar urged the Centre to grant special category status to Bihar and conduct a caste-based census. He highlighted that the Bihar Legislature had unanimously passed a proposal for a caste-based census, but the Central Government did not consider it. The CM reiterated the demand for Special State status, stating that Bihar fulfills all the necessary conditions. Additionally, he requested the Centre to place amendment bills raising the quota for deprived castes in the 9th Schedule of the Constitution to make them immune to legal scrutiny.

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Saturday, December 9, 2023

Ex-Chhattisgarh MLA blames TS Singh Deo for Congress' shocking defeat in Assembly polls

As the Congress bit the dust in the recently concluded Assembly polls in Chhattisgarh, losing power to the BJP, former party MLA Brihaspati Singh on Saturday said that the resignation of TS Singh Deo as a Panchayati Raj Minister last year triggered the anti-incumbency against the Baghel government. The Congress leader alleged that the outgoing Deputy Chief Minister damaged the party's image several times and said that had disciplinary action been taken against him, the party wouldn't have faced defeat.

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Friday, December 8, 2023

Missile testing paused in Odisha to save sea turtles

India's Defence Research Development Organisation (DRDO) will pause missile testing at Wheeler Island off Odisha coast during the mass nesting season of Olive Ridley sea turtles from January to March next year to ensure the endangered species wins the race for survival. The decision to stop missile-testing at Wheeler Island during the Olive Ridley nesting season and other measures to save the vulnerable sea turtles were announced by Odisha chief secretary P K Jena.

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‘Return every paisa’, PM slams Cong as I-T raids net 300cr

PM Modi criticizes Congress over corruption and vows to recover the looted money. The seizure of around Rs 300 crore from liquor companies linked to Congress MP Dhiraj Sahu exposes their hypocrisy. PM Modi challenges them to return every penny they have looted from the people. The massive haul is likely to increase in value. The I-T department seizes cash and incriminating documents in Odisha. PM Modi's tweet follows BJP's success in Rajasthan and Chhattisgarh, where corruption was a major issue. He promises to continue the probity push despite attacks from opposition parties.

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Pistol, ammunition recovered during search operation in J&K’s Rajouri



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Three terror suspects arrested in J&K’s Reasi

Three terror suspects were arrested in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district and unaccounted cash was seized from them, officials said Friday, adding that the money was likely meant to fund acts of terror in the Union Territory. Acting on a tip-off, a joint team of the Army and police intercepted an SUV heading to Mahore in Reasi district and apprehended the trio. The arrests followed the apprehension of two overground workers in Budhal on December 6 and the subsequent seizure of a cache of arms and ammunition from a nearby forest.

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