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G20 Summit: Mega Event Hosted By India, Welcoming International Leaders
The G20 Summit, hosted at Bharat Mandapam, promises a whirlwind of diplomatic activity. Leaders and heads of delegations are set to arrive at the venue, engage in welcome photographs with Prime Minister Modi, and gather in the Leaders' Lounge. The summit kicks off with Session 1: "One Earth" at Summit Hall, followed by a working lunch. Bilateral meetings occupy the afternoon, leading to Session II: "One Family."
Tags: G20 Summit, Indian government, International Leaders, Mega Event, politics
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PM Modi To Meet Joe Biden, 14 Other International Leaders On Sidelines Of G20 Summit
Taking to his official X handle, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 8, confirmed his meetings with Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Kumar Jugnauth, Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and US President Joe Biden. PM Narendra Modi is set to meet US President Joe Biden at his residence, where the two leaders will hold bilateral talks on the sidelines of the G20 Summit. In total, PM will hold 14 bilateral meetings.
Tags: G20 Summit, Indian government, PM Narendra Modi, International Leaders, Joe BIden
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Himachal Pradesh Cabinet Approves Rs 1,164.53 Crores For Development Scheme
After the Himachal Pradesh disaster, the State Cabinet approved an additional allocation of Rs 1,164.53 crore for an industrial development scheme 2017 for Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. The additional fund was required to meet the committed liabilities under the scheme up to 2028-29. Under this scheme, the total financial outlay was Rs 131.90 crore, Union Minister Anurag Thakur told reporters after the meeting.
Tags: Himachal Pradesh disaster, state cabinet, Indian government, development works
Courtesy: Press Trust of India
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Mental Health Awareness Is Crucial As India Witnessed 7.2% Increase In Suicide
The rising suicide and mental health issue, has increased dramatically in India. As per the recent National Crime Record Bureau (NCRB) every year more than 1,00,000 people commit suicide in our country. The latest data available for the year 2021 shows a 7.2% increase over 2020. The rising number of suicides, especially amongst youths is a matter of concern, with the need for mental awareness among people.
Tags: health issues, mental health awareness, Indian government, NCRB Report, Suicide
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One Nation, One Election, Need Of Hour Says BJP Govt
The big One Nation, One Election move has disturbed the political dimension in India. If implemented, the Central Government's move of uniting India with single election will have a huge favour on the Election Commission of India, as there would be elections across the India, Assembly and Lok Sabha together. However, the opposition is raising questions and is against the implementation, calling it unconstitutional.
Tags: Election, One nation, one election, Indian government, Committee Formed
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Jet Fuel Prices Hiked By 26% For Third Consecutive Time
Government has increased the jet fuel price also known as Aviation turbine fuel (ATF) by 14 per cent to ₹1.12 lakh per kilo litre in Delhi. This is the highest level since December 2022. This is the third consecutive monthly increase with a total of 26 per cent rise, which has resulted in a major impact on the aviation industry. This come amid crude oil price hike.
Tags: Travel, jet fuel, Indian government, Hiked 26%, National Business, Crude Oil
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SC Hears J&K Bifurcation, Article 370, Questions Centre
The Supreme Court reviewed plea challenging the Jammu and Kashmir bifurcation. The Supreme Court pointed out yesterday, questioning the need for bifurcation of the border state in August 2019. Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud also questioned how to ensure that the power to bifurcate a state will not be "misused" once it is conceded to the Central government, a point of discussion into the matter.
Tags: Jammu & Kashmir, Article 370, National news, Indian government, Bifurcation
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Pulwama Terror Attack Trigged Scrapping Of Article 370: Jammu & Kashmir
The Pulwama Terror Attack has triggered the scrapping of Article 370, in Jammu and Kashmir. The move, which took place on August 5, 2019, has been challenged by the National Conference and People’s Democratic Party, who argue that it led to the loss of autonomy and internal sovereignty for the people of Kashmir. The Supreme Court (SC) is hearing a plea against the scrapping Article 370.
Tags: Supreme Court, Indian government, Article 370, Jammu and Kashmir
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Nitin Gadkari Launches Bharat NCAP Initiative, In Effect From Oct 1 2023
The Union Minister for Road, Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari launched India's first Bharat New Car Assessment Programme on August 22. He expressed his admiration for the collaborative efforts of the automobile industry, which greatly facilitated the launch of the Bharat NCAP program under his ministry. Additionally, he addressed the pressing issues of our time - road accidents and pollution - emphasizing the need to effectively address… read-more
Tags: Union Minister, Nitin Gadkari, Car safety, Bharat NCAP, Indian government
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New Bill Proposed In Parliament, To Replace CJI In Selection Panel
In the Monsoon Parliament Session, a new Bill was introduced in the Rajya Sabha. The bill proposed to replace the Chief Justice of India (CJI) in the selection panel for appointment of Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) and Elections Commissioners (ECs). So far, as per a Supreme Court order, the selection committee had three members, the PM, the Leader of Opposition of Lok Sabha and the Chief Justice.
Tags: Monsoon Parliament Session, Indian government, Replace CJI, panel, PM Modi
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