PM Narendra Modi highlighted Marseille's significance in India's independence, mentioning Veer Savarkar's escape attempt and thanking French activists. Modi and Macron visited the ITER project and honored Indian soldiers at Mazargues War Cemetery. Modi emphasized the deep trust and innovation in India-France relations, co-chairing the AI Action Summit in Paris.
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India has one of the poorest organ donation rates, but Mucherla village in Telangana's Hanumakonda district is an exception. The 500 residents have pledged to donate their eyes posthumously, inspired by a local resident, Mandala Ravinder. This community effort has sparked similar initiatives in nearby villages, promoting organ donation and leading to broader awareness and positive change.
Congress leader Vinesh Phogat accused BJP and AAP of practicing vote-bank politics and failing to fulfill promises, citing specific unfulfilled pledges in Haryana and Punjab. She emphasized that the Congress party has a consistent record of honoring its commitments and urged Delhiites to trust the Congress for development.
Kurukshetra police have apprehended three suspects involved in a shooting incident, seizing illegal weapons and uncovering an arms factory in Uttar Pradesh. The investigation revealed a network of arms suppliers, leading to multiple arrests and a crackdown on illegal arms trade in the region.
A 25-year-old BPO worker, Shubhada Kodare, was brutally murdered by her colleague Krishna Kanojia in Pune. Kanojia attacked her with a cleaver over a financial dispute, claiming she had borrowed and refused to return Rs 4 lakh. Despite numerous witnesses, no one intervened until after the attack. Kanojia has been arrested, and the investigation is ongoing.
Customs officials at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport have seized 257 grams of gold hidden inside a screwdriver from a woman's luggage. The gold, valued at Rs 18.62 lakh, was found during a detailed examination following suspicion raised by X-ray images. Both passengers involved, a 20-year-old man and the woman on a wheelchair, were intercepted and are under investigation.
Rahul Gandhi, in an interaction with IIT Madras students, emphasized the Congress's belief in fair resource distribution and quality education through government support, contrasting it with the BJP's growth-centric approach. He highlighted the importance of a harmonious society and noted differences in international relations strategies. The BJP dismissed his statements, citing educational reforms under Modi's government.
PM Narendra Modi celebrates BJP's victory over Arvind Kejriwal, vowing to transform Delhi into a developed capital by addressing key issues such as corruption, poor infrastructure, and the Yamuna's pollution. Modi pledges to fulfill BJP's promises and ensure transparency by presenting pending CAG reports.
Reliance Jio, in collaboration with the Indian Army, has become the first telecom operator to extend 4G and 5G network connectivity to the Siachen glacier. Utilizing pre-configured, indigenous full-stack 5G technology, the deployment at 16,000 feet in extreme conditions at Siachen was made possible with significant logistical support from the Army.
A zilla parishad school in Hiwali village, Maharashtra, stands out with its innovative approach, integrating academic lessons with practical skills like welding and organic farming. The transformation, led by Keshav Gavit since 2009, has greatly improved student engagement and academic achievements, garnering the attention of state education minister Dada Bhuse.
An avalanche hit an Army construction site near Mana village, India-China border, trapping 55 workers under six feet of snow. Twenty-two workers remain missing while 33 were rescued amid heavy snowfall and extreme conditions. Rescue operations continue, and affected workers are being treated.