Union Home Minister Amit Shah affirmed that enhancing infrastructure and boosting tourism in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep are key priorities for the Modi government. Chairing a meeting of the Island Development Agency, he emphasized the need for a holistic approach to projects and advancing renewable energy initiatives, ensuring 100% solar and wind energy generation.
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Amid the Israel-Hamas conflict, Indian workers are now the majority in Israel's construction sector, replacing Palestinian laborers. Attracted by high earnings, around 16,000 Indians have come over the past year, with plans for more. Despite regional tensions, workers like Raju Nishad continue their tasks, driven by future investments and family support.
Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri highlights the historic and religious significance of Ayodhya, emphasizing the strong ties between Hindus and Sikhs. He mentions Guru Gobind Singh’s instructions for the Nihang army to protect Ayodhya and Lord Ram's birthplace. Puri also praises PM Modi's efforts in resolving the historical conflict, leading to the establishment of the Ram Mandir.
In June 1991, Manmohan Singh was unexpectedly appointed as India's Finance Minister by PV Narasimha Rao. Singh, along with Rao, initiated major economic reforms that transformed India's economy from a low-growth state to the fastest growing major economy. Singh's first budget abolished the licence-permit raj, liberalized industries, and focused on fiscal consolidation, significantly boosting India's economic outlook.
Sanjay Bhandari's appeal against extradition to India was successful due to potential risks of extortion, torture, and an unfair trial in Tihar jail. UK high court judges cited concerns over overcrowding, understaffing, and the frequent occurrence of extortion and mistreatment by prison officials.
Calcutta HC mandates a reinvestigation of a six-year-old sexual harassment complaint at Hiralal Mazumdar Memorial College for Women, insisting that the internal complaints committee must hear the complainant. The court criticized the dismissal resolution for violating natural justice principles and ordered proceedings be completed within 12 weeks.
The BJP is fielding Chandrabhan Paswan in the Milkipur byelection scheduled for February 5. This byelection is significant as the seat was vacated by Awadhesh Prasad, who won the Faizabad Lok Sabha seat from BJP's Lallu Singh. SP has fielded Awadhesh Prasad's son Ajit Prasad for this reserved constituency with diverse population groups.
The Vishva Hindu Parishad has urged the civil aviation ministry to address the issue of high airfares during the Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj, calling the inflated prices unjust and unethical. They commend Indian Railways for maintaining reasonable fares and advocate for the airlines to prioritize fair pricing and passenger satisfaction.
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has raised alarms over the potential reduction of the state's Parliamentary seats due to successful family planning measures. He stressed the importance of managing family size, attributing Tamil Nadu's effective adherence to these measures as a reason for the proposed delimitation.