The Union Cabinet has approved the establishment of an Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Guwahati, marking the second IIM in the North East and the 22nd nationwide. With a committed investment exceeding Rs 500 crore, this initiative aims to enhance management education, foster entrepreneurship, and bolster economic growth in the region.
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Authors have criticized the Jammu and Kashmir home department's decision to ban 25 books. The banned books allegedly glorified terrorism and incited violence. Angana Chatterjee described the ban as a warning against free speech. Sumantra Bose stated his work aimed to identify pathways to peace. David Devadas called the ban regrettable and defended his book's advocacy for peace and dialogue.
Pakistan's army chief, General Asim Munir, sparked controversy during his US visit by making anti-India remarks, including a threat to target Reliance's Jamnagar refinery. India strongly condemned Munir's "nuclear sabre-rattling" and questioned the safety of Pakistan's nuclear arsenal. Despite Pakistan's threats, India's military strength surpasses Pakistan's, with a larger active military and a growing nuclear arsenal.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) assured the Supreme Court that no voter's name in Bihar's draft electoral roll will be deleted without prior notice, a hearing opportunity, and a reasoned order. While the draft omits 65 lakh names, the EC clarified it isn't legally bound to share a separate list of those excluded or their reasons.
The Election Commission assured the Supreme Court that individuals listed in Bihar's 2003 voter roll need not submit documents for inclusion in the updated list; their children will be added upon proof of relationship. This addresses concerns that the ongoing special intensive revision (SIR) might lead to mass voter exclusion.
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami held a disaster management meeting at the State Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) to assess the cloudburst and flash flood in Uttarkashi's Dharali.