Girls from Haryana have excelled at the 38th National Rowing Championship in Tehri, Uttarakhand, winning multiple gold and silver medals. Despite practicing in suboptimal conditions, they have demonstrated remarkable ability. Kiran and Suman urge the Haryana government to arrange for water stoppage in their canal to facilitate further training.
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Kshama Sawant, an Indian-origin American politician, led a demonstration after being denied an emergency visa to visit her ailing mother in Bengaluru. The Indian consulate in Seattle described the demonstration as 'unauthorised entry,' while Sawant alleged physical assault by officials. She has faced previous visa rejections and attributes them to anti-India advocacy efforts.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin accuses BJP-led Union government of diverting Rs 2,152 crore meant for Tamil Nadu under PM Shri scheme to Gujarat and UP as political coercion. Stalin criticizes this act as punishment for rejecting the national education policy (NEP) 2020 and the three-language formula.
In response to soaring airfares due to the Maha Kumbh pilgrimage, the Centre has instructed airlines to increase flight frequency to Prayagraj. Airlines such as Akasa and SpiceJet have added numerous flights to alleviate fare pressures and enhance accessibility for devotees during important snan dates in January and February.
Delhi airport operator DIAL has launched the Unified Total Airside Management (UTAM) system to enhance operational efficiency and safety. Using AI, ML, IoT, and radar, UTAM monitors airside vehicles, tracks aircraft movements, and prevents delays by issuing alerts. It optimizes turnaround time, taxiway allocation, and runway occupancy while ensuring compliance with speed limits. After a successful pilot with Akasa Airlines, other airlines will join in phases at IGI Airport.
Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy ordered an investigation into allegations against Hyderabad Cricket Association officials harassing Sunrisers Hyderabad with demands for free tickets. SRH management threatened to relocate if such practices continue. IPS officer K Sreenivasa Reddy will conduct the inquiry. A recent incident involved HCA representatives locking a box on SRH's match day until extra tickets were provided.
Maha Kumbh 2025 commenced in Prayagraj with 1.7 crore devotees taking a sacred dip at Sangam on Paush Purnima amidst a chilling 10° Celsius. The 45-day event, marked by spirituality and vibrant cultural heritage, sees increased pilgrim influx due to its rare celestial alignment.
The Central government has instructed states and Union Territories to implement Section 479 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023, providing relief to undertrial prisoners, particularly those serving one-third or one-half of their maximum sentences. Authorities are to furnish the status of implementation and compliance, aiding in reducing long detentions and overcrowding in prisons.
Arvinder Singh Sahney, chairman of IndianOil, expressed confidence that US sanctions on Russian oil exports will not affect India's crude supply due to its diverse sources. Indian refineries can tap into alternatives from the Gulf, Africa, the Americas, OPEC, and non-OPEC producers, ensuring energy security.
Nidhi Tewari, a 2014-batch IFS officer, has been appointed as the private secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. She is currently serving as deputy secretary in the PMO. Tewari hails from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, and joined the Prime Minister's Office as Under Secretary in 2022. Her appointment has been approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet.