Home Minister Amit Shah reviews ongoing projects of the Bureau of Police Research and Development, focusing on new criminal laws, grassroots policing challenges, and police modernisation. He emphasizes research, multi-stakeholder contributions, and 'make in India' initiatives to improve Indian police forces and criminal justice system.
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At a post-Budget seminar on MSMEs, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also announced a new committee to review regulations in the non-financial sector.
Isha Foundation's Sadhguru Gurukulam completed a 15-day Classical Hatha Yoga training for the Indian Navy, enhancing their physical and mental resilience. The program equipped 72 personnel to teach Hatha Yoga practices, promoting strength and clarity, with plans to extend the initiative annually.
Exit polls for the Delhi assembly election predict a strong return for BJP, which is expected to secure 43 seats, while AAP is projected to win 26 seats. BJP leaders express confidence in exceeding these predictions, while AAP and Congress await the final results on February 8.
President Trump referenced PM Modi's visit to the US in a speech at the DOJ, highlighting efforts to present a clean and safe Washington DC. He emphasized plans to eliminate crime, graffiti, and tents. Trump also criticized former President Biden's administration, branding it as a 'Department of Injustice', while promising justice and accountability moving forward.
The Agewell Foundation urged union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman to prioritize India's ageing population in the Union Budget, with over 32 crore Indians projected to be 60+ by 2050. Recommendations include tax deductions for elderly care, expanded pensions, healthcare policy reforms, GST cuts on essential items, and financial aid for pilgrimages. The NGO also proposed funds for senior digital literacy, vocational training, and caregiver training, emphasizing dignity and well-being for the... Expand
External affairs minister S Jaishankar met Qatar's Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani in Doha, marking his first diplomatic engagement of the year. They reviewed bilateral cooperation and discussed regional and global developments. The visit focused on enhancing political, trade, investment, energy, security, cultural, and people-to-people relations between India and Qatar.
India ranks as the third most polluted country with an AQI of 111. Northern Indian cities, especially in the NCR, face extreme air pollution, with Delhi's AQI soaring to hazardous levels. Major contributing factors include vehicle emissions, stubble burning, and industrial pollutants.
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni criticized the global political Left for double standards and praised conservative leaders like PM Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump. She highlighted the importance of global conservative collaboration and stressed the significance of security and leadership in maintaining freedom. Meloni called for lasting peace through strong security measures, citing the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
South Goa SP Sunita Sawant was removed from her position following her order to collect information on Bajrang Dal members, leading to pressure from the outfit's functionaries. Anti-narcotics cell SP Tikam Singh Verma replaced her. Bajrang Dal has become increasingly active in Goa, protesting against various issues and political leaders since mid-2023.