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Sanjay Raut launched a scathing critique against Prime Minister Narendra Modi following the 2024 Lok Sabha election results, calling the outcome a «personal loss» for the Prime Minister. Highlighting BJP's earlier claims of securing over 400 seats, Raut said, «The mandate received in Lok Sabha elections 2024 is a personal loss of PM Modi. PM Modi made claims of winning 400 plus seats but what happened, Rahul Gandhi defeated PM Modi. Before forming the government he should have done some self-introspection. The nation needs a leader who takes everyone along.» On Former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren getting bail, Raut said that it is connected to Rahul Gandhi becoming the Leader of the Opposition and the increasing power of the opposition.

Indian Railways achieved another milestone on Friday with the successful trial run of High-Speed CRS on the famed Chenab Bridge, the world’s highest railway bridge, in Jammu and Kashmir. This trial run marks a significant step towards commencing rail operations on the Reasi-Baramulla route in Kashmir. Earlier, after conducting its first trial run this week, the Ministry of Railways had said: «After an extensive inspection of the newly constructed Chenab Bridge by senior officers from Railway Board, Northern Railway, and Konkan Railway, a trial run was conducted on a 46-km-long electrified line section between Sangaldan in Ramban district and Reasi at a speed of 40 kmph.» The trial, starting at 12.35 pm from Sangaldan and reaching Reasi at 2.05 pm, covered nine tunnels spanning 40.787 km, including the longest tunnel T-44 stretching 11.13 km. This marks the inaugural full train crossing on the iconic bridge between Dugga and Bakkal stations over the Chenab river, the highest arch railway bridge globally, the ministry said.

Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment Mansukh Mandaviya welcomed Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President PT Usha's move to have Yoga included in the Asian Games programme. «It is only fair that, in keeping with its wide popularity, Yoga becomes a competitive sport and is in the Asian Games,» Mandaviya said as per an IOA release. The IOA President has written to the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) President Raja Randhir Singh on June 26 to consider the proposal of including Yoga as a sport in the Asian Games.

Sonia Gandhi in a leading English daily, Rajya Sabha Leader of Opposition and party president Mallikarjun Kharge on Saturday accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of not «reflecting» on the message given to him by voters in the recent parliamentary elections. "'There is no evidence that the Prime Minister has come to terms with the electoral outcome or has reflected on the message sent to him by voters', writes CPP Chairperson, Smt. Sonia Gandhi," posted Kharge on social media platform X today. Alongside his tweet, Kharge also attached the news article tilted «Preaching consensus, provoking confrontation,» written by the Sonia Gandhi, the chairperson of the Congress Parliamentary party.

rainfall in the capital on Friday, the roof of Terminal 1 at the Indira Gandhi International Airport collapsed, resulting in one fatality and six injuries. This incident has sparked a blame game between the Modi government and the opposition. Political Accusations Amid Tragedy Following the collapse, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge blamed «corruption and criminal negligence» during the Modi government's tenure for the infrastructure failure.

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge blaming Prime Minister Narendra Modi for inaugurating the faulty structure, though Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu clarified that the collapsed portion was part of an older structure built in 2009. Mallikarjun Kharge claimed that corruption and criminal negligence were responsible for the canopy collapse and criticized the Prime Minister for failing to create «world-class infrastructure.» He pointed out several past incidents to support his argument. «Corruption and criminal negligence are responsible for the collapse of shoddy infrastructure falling like a deck of cards, in the past 10 years of Modi Govt,» Kharge wrote on X. «Delhi Airport (T1) roof collapse, Jabalpur Airport roof collapse, abysmal condition of Ayodhya's new roads, Ram Mandir leakage, cracks in Mumbai Trans Harbour Link road, 13 new bridges falling in Bihar in 2023 & 2024, Pragati Maidan Tunnel submerging, Morbi bridge collapse tragedy in Gujarat,… are some stark instances which expose the tall claims by Modi ji and BJP of creating 'World Class Infrastructure'! On March 10th, when Modi ji inaugurated the Delhi Airport T1, he called himself 'Doosri mitti ka insaan… All this false bravado and rhetoric was only reserved for quickly indulging in ribbon-cutting ceremonies before elections!»

central government employees and pensioners get arrears for the dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) suspended for 18 months during the COVID-19 pandemic? In a letter addressed to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Shiva Gopal Mishra, Secretary, National Council (staff side), Joint Consultative Machinery for Central Government Employees, urged the central government to release the DA arrears of 18 months suspended earlier. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Central Government stalled the payment of DA and DR for 18 months from January 2020 to June 2021. Earlier, Mukesh Singh, General Secretary, of Bharatiya Pratiksha Mazdoor Sangh, urged the central government to release the suspended DA arrears of 18 months. In a letter addressed to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Singh said, «I fully understand the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic disruptions that led to the freezing of three instalments of Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for the fiscal years 2020-21. However, as our nation is gradually recovering from the impact of the pandemic, it is heartening to witness an improvement in the financial position of our country.» In a letter to Prime Minister, Mishra said, «As a secretary (staff Side) of the National Council (JCM) it is my duty to draw your kind attention to some of the major issues which are agitating the minds of the central government employees and pensioners.»

A part of a fabric canopy on the premises of the Dumna airport in Jabalpur collapsed on Thursday due to the accumulation of water amid heavy rains and crushed a car parked below.

The Dwarka Expressway has sparked a surge of activity in Gurugram’s real estate market, catching the attention of homebuyers and investors alike. This corridor represents a significant breakthrough in the saga of Gurugram’s development, fuelling economic growth and changing the city’s skyline. Alongside rising property values, the expressway has electrified the expansion of infrastructure and boosted economic activities in the region. Gurugram now stands at the forefront of India’s growing real estate sector, attracting interest from both domestic and international markets. The buzz surrounding the Dwarka Expressway drums up its pivotal role in shaping Gurugram’s future as a vibrant and dynamic urban centre.

slowdown in India's fast-growing economy held steady in the first Reuters poll of economists since the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) lost its parliamentary majority in phased national elections that ended in early June. Asia's third-largest economy grew 8.2% in the last fiscal year, the fastest among major economies. But growth is set to slow to 7.0% and then 6.7% in the current and next fiscal years, according to a June 19-27 Reuters poll of over 50 economists.

U.S. State Department's 2023 religious freedom report on India noted violent attacks on minority groups, especially Muslims and Christians, including killings, assaults and vandalism of houses of worship. The report on international religious freedom released on Wednesday said that in 2023, senior U.S. officials continued to «raise concerns about religious freedom issues» with their Indian counterparts. Human rights experts say India has seen a rise in attacks on minorities under Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who recently won a third term, and his Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

joint sitting of Parliament today, which will be her first presidential address after the formation of the third National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government. Following the President's address, a motion of thanks will be moved in both Houses of Parliament, which will be discussed by the members. The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha began on Monday and the Rajya Sabha session will start from today.

INDIA bloc did not press for division of votes but Trinamool Congress said the division was not allowed despite its members pressing for it. The resolution to elect Om Birla as Speaker was put to vote after his name was proposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other NDA allies. But Congress and other INDIA bloc allies did not press for division of votes. Protem Speaker Bhatruhari Mahtab clarified on the floor of the House that the Opposition was not «pressing for division». Later, Congress spokesman Jairam Ramesh said on X: «INDIA parties exercised their democratic right and moved motions in support of Kodikunnil Suresh… Voice vote was taken. Thereafter, INDIA parties could have insisted on division. They did not do so. This is because they wanted a spirit of consensus and cooperation to prevail, a spirit singularly lacking in the actions of the PM and the NDA.»

China on Wednesday spoke of President Mohamed Muizzu's recent visit to New Delhi and the importance of India to his country's tourism-dependent economy. The comments by Minister of Economic Development and Trade Mohamed Saeed came as Male seems to have re-oriented ties with New Delhi following President Muizzu, known for his pro-China leanings, attending Prime Minister Narendra Modi's swearing-in ceremony earlier this month. «President Muizzu reiterated that India remains our closest neighbour,» Saeed, who is attending the 15th World Economic Forum (WEF) at Dalian, told CNBC International TV in an interview.

prime minister Narendra Modi said that the event ‘highlighted how the democracy was strangled’ and ‘exemplified what a dictatorship looks like.’Taking to X (previously Twitter), the PM said, “I am glad that the Honourable Speaker strongly condemned the Emergency, highlighted the excesses committed during that time and also mentioned the manner in which democracy was strangled. It was also a wonderful gesture to stand in silence in honour of all those who suffered during those days."“The Emergency was imposed 50 years ago but it is important for today's youth to know about it because it remains a fitting example of what happens when the Constitution is trampled over, public opinion is stifled and institutions are destroyed.

re-elected Speaker of Lok Sabha. Birla, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate, defeated opposition INDIA bloc candidate K Suresh by a voice vote. The election witnessed rare bonhomie moments between the Treasury (ruling) and Opposition benches.

In a landmark move towards environmental sustainability, India’s real estate sector is poised for a significant transformation driven by ambitious government policies aimed at achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2047. The latest initiatives underscore a vital shift towards green growth, aligning with global sustainability goals and signaling a new era for urban development in the country.

Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) leader and National Democratic Alliance (NDA) candidate Om Birla, who was the Speaker in the 17th Lok Sabha, is up against INDIA bloc leader and eight-term Congress Parliamentarian K Suresh for the crucial post. Follow Live Updates on Lok Sabha Speaker election today HereThe election was forced after the ruling NDA and Opposition INDIA bloc failed to arrive at a consensus for the Speaker and the Deputy Speaker post.Usually, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha is appointed with consensus between the ruling and the opposition camps.

opposition bloc, has forced a contest for the post of the Lok Sabha speaker which has been decided with consensus for decades. While the NDA has fielded former Speaker Om Birla, INDIA has picked Congress leader and senior-most Lok Sabha MP Kodikunnil Suresh. As per the Lok Sabha Secretariat, the first such contest was in 1952 between GV Mavalankar and Shankar Shantaram. Mavalankar won with 394 votes whereas Shantaram got 55. The second such fight happened in 1976 between Baliram Bhagat and Jagannath Rao. Bhagat won with 344 votes while Jagannath Rao got 58. NDA candidate Birla was unanimously elected as the Speaker of the previous 17th Lok Sabha. Birla's name was proposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and was supported by all major opposition parties, including Congress, TMC, DMK, and BJD. The YSRCP and TDP also supported Birla's candidature.

over 10 sets of nominations were filed in support of Om Birla's candidature, including from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh and JP Nadda, and BJP allies like TDP, JD(U), JD(S) and LJP (R). Three sets of nominations were filed in support of Dalit leader and Congress candidate K Suresh.Om Birla was elected to the 16th Lok Sabha after he won from Kota in Rajasthan.

Mamata Banerjee on Monday urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to consider abolishing NEET, and reverting to the system of conducting the exam by states in the wake of the paper leak row. In a letter to the PM, Banerjee also called for strong action against those involved in the alleged irregularities in the NEET-UG exam.