Second Arihant-Class submarine ‘INS Arighaat’ was commissioned into the Indian Navy

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Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said, "The Chief Minister of Jharkhand is scared and all the ministers and MLAs of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha and alliance are being spied upon.Champai Soren was humiliated and hurt to such an extent that he left JMM to save Jharkhand. The piles of notes recovered from the minister of the ruling party tell the story of loot. Bangladeshi infiltrators are occupying the lands of our tribal brothers and sisters. Corruption is at its peak. BJP will uproot this government..."

Directorate of Enforcement provisionally attached immovable properties, spanning 401.65479 acres and valued at Rs. 834.03 crore belonging to EMAAR India Ltd. (501.13 Crore) and MGF Developments Ltd. (332.69 crore). The properties attached are in the form of land, located in 20 villages of Gurugram District, Haryana and Delhi. ED initiated the investigation on the basis of an FIR registered by CBI against Bhupinder Singh Hooda, the then Haryana CM, Trilok Chand Gupta, then Director, DTCP, EMAAR MGF Land Limited and 14 other colonizer companies: ED

The second Arihant-Class submarine ‘INS Arighaat’ was commissioned into the Indian Navy on August 29, 2024 at Visakhapatnam in the presence of Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh. In his address, the Raksha Mantri exuded confidence that ‘Arighaat’ will further strengthen India’s nuclear triad, enhance nuclear deterrence, help in establishing strategic balance & peace in the region, and play a decisive role in the security of the country. He described it as an achievement for the nation and a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led Government’s unwavering resolve to achieve ‘Aatmanirbharta’ in defence: Defence Ministry

On Karnataka High Court dismisses the CBI's plea against him in the illegal assets case, Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar said, "I am happy. It is the victory of the Karnataka government and the people of Karnataka. Permission to CBI was withdrawn by the government and given to Lokayukta. The Karnataka government has not withdrawn the case. They have just transferred it to Lokayukta."

"We were receiving information for the last several days that terrorists would try to infiltrate from across the Line of Control. Yesterday, on the 28th August, our intelligence reported that this infiltration would take place from the areas of Tangdhar and Machhal. This info was confirmed by the Jammu and Kashmir Police. After the confirmation, the Indian Army, Jammu and Kashmir Police and the BSF together laid ambushes and at around 8 pm, while terrorists were trying to infiltrate in the area of ​​Machhal, an encounter started between them and our ambush party. The encounter started at around 9 pm in the area of ​​Tangdhar as well. During these two operations, 2 terrorists were killed in Machhal and 1 terrorist in Tangdhar. Apart from this, it is also reported that 1 terrorist has been badly injured in this operation in Tangdhar. These operations were conducted in difficult terrain and in bad weather. I congratulate all the security forces for this success," said a senior army official

On assault on a woman and her minor grandson, National Commission for Women (NCW) tweets, "NCW takes serious note of a disturbing incident in Katni, MP where a woman and her 15-year-old grandson were reportedly beaten by GRP officers. The Commission has written a letter to DGP of the state demanding a swift and fair investigation. Action must be taken against those responsible. Detailed report expected within 3 days."

“People of Jammu and Kashmir understand that (PDP chief) Mehmooba Mufti is the only person who has spoken the truth. We performed very well in the Parliamentary elections,” says PDP leader Iltija Mufti.

Madhya Pradesh News Live Updates: Six cops including GRP station in-charge suspended over beating of woman, her grandson in Katni, says CM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Mumbai and Palghar in Maharashtra on 30th August. At around 11 AM, PM Modi will address Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2024 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. Thereafter, at around 1:30 PM, Prime Minister will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of various development projects at CIDCO ground, Palghar.

Karnataka High Court dismisses the petitions CBI filed which was also challenged by the BJP MLA Basangouda Patil Yatnal challenging the Karnataka government's decision to withdraw consent (cabinet decision) for CBI probe into corruption allegations against Congress leader and Dy CM DK Shivakumar.

Gautam Buddh Nagar, UP: On the development work at Noida International Airport, Christoph Schnellmann, CEO, Noida International Airport says "We have an opportunity today to showcase the development progress that we've made for Noida International Airport over the past 4.5 years. We expect to see an increase in flight operations over the next few weeks and months. We expect to see calibration flights for the instrument landing system take place in September. In October, we expect to see a number of validation flights for the approach and departure procedures later this year.The design that we've selected for the passenger terminal will incorporate heavily the rich architectural heritage of. We'll be using design elements that are prevalent in North India, in western UP. The development works on the cargo terminal and multimodal cargo hub are in full swing as well. We're working in partnership with Air India SATS who have designed the facility, who are constructing the facility and who will operate the facility. There will be a capacity for well over 1 lakh tonnes of cargo when the facility opens and it's designed in a modular fashion to grow with the demand. We plan to submit our application for the aerodrome license this year."

Police and (state) government both are involved. We want justice," says Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury as he leads party's protest march in Kolkata over the RG Kar Medical College case.

"They are trying to threaten, but people are not afraid. This is a people's movement," he said on allegations of CM Mamata Banerjee threatening protesting doctors.

Assam Assembly passes bill for compulsory govt registration of Muslim marriage, divorce instead of Kazi system.

The Kremlin warned France on Thursday not to turn a criminal case against Telegram founder Pavel Durov into "political persecution."

"The main thing is for what is happening in France not to turn into political persecution," said Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, referring to the case focused on alleged violations on the social media platform.

Four more GRP cops taken off field duty for beating woman, grandson in MP’s Katni district, says officials

On West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's statement, Bihar LoP and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav said, "The BJP is carrying out hooliganism in the entire West Bengal. Shops in markets are being looted. The people of the BJP want to disrupt the peaceful environment. They are inciting the people continuously. But the people of Bengal or any other state will not fall for it. As far as the incidents of rape are concerned, they are the most in Uttar Pradesh and other BJP-ruled states. It is happening frequently in Bihar. Why are they silent on it? BJP wants to create a panic everywhere but they would remain unsuccessful in doing so..."

Supreme Court takes strong exception on a statement made by Telangana CM Revanth Reddy regarding the top court. SC criticises statements by the CM and remarks that a constitutional functionary is speaking in such a manner. SC says it is not bothered about someone criticizing but they will keep performing the duties as per their conscience. SC questions whether it will pass the order in consultation with a political party.

Supreme Court warns and says the trial may take elsewhere if Telangana CM does not have respect for the Supreme Court, the highest court in the country. Supreme Court adjourns hearing to Sept 2 on plea seeking transfer for 2015 cash-for-vote case outside Telangana.

AAP MP Sanjay Singh said, "What happened in Kolkata is unfortunate, painful. It is being investigated by the CBI. Strictest punishment should be awarded with the trial in fast track court.But I would like to say that the President should not adopt a selective approach, she did not express pain over Manipur incidents but over Bengal incidents - this double standard should not be adopted. Several incidents are happening across the country - be it Badlapur or Uttar Pradesh. President should be concerned for the entire nation."

US President Joe Biden is "looking forward" to talking with Xi Jinping in the "coming weeks", top White House aide Jake Sullivan told the Chinese leader in Beijing on Thursday.

"President Biden looks forward to engaging with you again in the coming weeks," Sullivan told Xi, according to a pool report of the meeting.

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday told US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan that Beijing's commitment to good ties with Washington remained unchanged, state media said.

"China's commitment to the goal of stable, healthy, and sustainable development of China-US relations hasn't changed," Xi told Sullivan during a meeting in Beijing, state broadcaster CCTV said, adding: "We hope that the US will work with China to meet each other halfway."

"Mamata Banerjee has ruined the demography of entire Bengal. She has set Bengal on fire by doing vote bank politics. Mamata Banerjee and her government are protecting people involved in crimes against women. She has become restless after people's outrage against her government. Mamata Didi wants to burn the entire country, however, rest assured there is Narendra Modi government in the country. Every single person whether he/she lives in Bengal, or any other state will be protected," says Bihar minister Nitin Nabin on West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's 'if Bengal is set on fire...' remark.

A fire broke out in a cluster bus at Jagatpuri bus stand earlier today. The area was quickly cordoned off, and all 40 passengers were safely rescued. Fire tenders arrived promptly and extinguished the blaze. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported.

Adani Group CFO Jugeshinder 'Robbie' Singh discusses the company's first public issuance of Secured Non-Convertible Debentures. Singh emphasizes the importance of strategic capital management and the role of public debt in expanding access to new types of capital. He highlights that while this move incurs initial costs, it will facilitate broader capital market participation and long-term benefits.

BJP's Murtaza Khan, the candidate for the Mendhar Assembly constituency, conducted a roadshow to rally support ahead of the three-phase Assembly elections.

Sanjay Raut, a senior Shiv Sena (UBT) leader, criticized Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar over the collapse of the Shivaji Maharaj statue in Sindhudurg. He stated that instead of protesting, Pawar should resign from his position.

An earthquake of a magnitude of 5.7 on the Richter scale hit Afghanistan, according to the National Centre for Seismology. There have been no reports of earthquake-related casualties or damage as of now. In a post on X, the National Centre for Seismology said, "EQ of M: 5.7, On: 29/08/2024 11:26:38 IST, Lat: 36.51 N, Long: 71.12 E, Depth: 255 Km, Location: Afghanistan."

Assam govt has brought a bill to repeal Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorces Registration Act, 1935. We have given an amendment to this new bill and a discussion will happen on the bill today. We have demanded to repeal the word 'repeal'. We have said that why the state government should decide on how Muslim women should be married when there is an existing law. Our CM's agenda is just to target one community. The CM cannot attack the rights given to every community under personal laws. If the CM tries to forcefully pass this bill, then we will approach the court - AIUDF MLA Dr. Rafiqul Islam told ANI on the Assam Repealing Bill, 2024 tabled by Assam govt.

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar met Hungarian MP Balázs Orbán in Delhi, discussing global perspectives and their nations' historical ties. Jaishankar expressed appreciation for Orbán's interest in India's heritage.

Security personnel engaged in an intense encounter with Naxalites on the border between Narayanpur and Kanker districts in Chhattisgarh. The confrontation highlights ongoing efforts to tackle insurgency in the region.

Hurun India's Founder and Chief Researcher, Anas Rahman Junaid, stated that India is becoming Asia's wealth creation engine. He highlighted the country's 29% increase in billionaires, reaching a record 334, while China witnessed a 25% decline.

The Delhi High Court has allowed former BJP MP Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh additional time to file a note outlining his contentions regarding the quashing of the FIR and charges framed against him in a sexual harassment case involving several women wrestlers.

Communist Party (CP) leaders and workers staged protests against the recent collapse of the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj statue in Malvan. Demonstrators are calling for the installation of a stronger, larger statue and demanding accountability for the incident.

Security forces are ongoing a search operation in the general areas of Kheri Mohra, Lathi, and Danthal in Rajouri, following reports of terrorist presence. The operation is aimed at locating and neutralizing the threat in these regions.

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a forecast for extremely heavy rains in isolated parts of Saurashtra, Gujarat, on Thursday. In Vadodara, excessive rainfall led to severe waterlogging, causing a resident to lose three cars— a Maruti Suzuki Ciaz, a Ford EcoSport, and an Audi A6. The resident shared images of the vehicles submerged in several inches of water on Reddit.

On Thursday, an Indian Air Force (IAF) helicopter rescued four individuals from flood-affected Kalyanpur tehsil in Devbhumi Dwarka, Gujarat. The rescue operation is part of the ongoing efforts to assist the state amid severe flooding.

A Yellow alert has been issued for heavy rain in Dehradun, Uttarkashi, and Bageshwar districts of Uttarakhand on August 29. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts light rain and partial cloud cover in other districts.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reviewed the flood situation in Gujarat, following heavy rains over the past three days. In a telephonic conversation with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Modi expressed concern about the Vishwamitri river flooding in Vadodara and sought details on relief measures. He provided guidance on sanitation and public health in affected areas and assured continued support from the Central Government to restore normalcy.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has officially inaugurated a new Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) office in Mohali. The new facility aims to bolster the state's efforts in combating drug trafficking and related issues.

The Passport Seva portal will be unavailable for technical maintenance from 8:00 PM IST on August 29, 2024, to 6:00 AM IST on September 2, 2024. During this period, the system will be inaccessible to all users, including citizens and various authorities. Appointments scheduled for August 30 will be rescheduled, and applicants will be notified accordingly.

Delhi Traffic Police have issued alerts about significant disruptions caused by waterlogging and vehicle breakdowns across the city. Key affected areas include Maa Anandmai Marg, Road No 13A, Anuvrat Marg, NH-24, GTK Road, and UER-II. Severe waterlogging is reported on MB Road, Najafgarh Road, and Outer Ring Road. Breakdown incidents are causing delays on several major routes, including Rohtak Road and near APS Colony under GGR flyover. Commuters are advised to avoid these areas and seek alternate routes.

Several areas in Delhi, including Dhaula Kuan near Sri Venkateswara College, are experiencing significant waterlogging following heavy rainfall overnight. Visuals show severe flooding affecting local streets and traffic.

An FIR has been filed against Mukesh, actor and CPIM MLA from Kollam, following a complaint by an actress. Another FIR has been registered against actor Jayasurya under section 354, which addresses intent to outrage modesty. Kerala Police reported that the SIT recorded the actress’s statement yesterday.

In response to severe flooding across multiple districts, the Indian Army has deployed six columns in Gujarat for rescue and relief operations. Acting on a request from the state government, these units are providing immediate Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) to the most affected areas.

An FIR has been registered at East Police Station against media persons based on a complaint from Union Minister Suresh Gopi. The complaint alleges that media personnel obstructed Gopi from entering his car, threatened him, and pushed away his security officer, Vishnu Raj. The case is filed under sections 329(3), 126(2), and 132 of the BNS.

An FIR has been lodged against Mukesh, the actor and CPIM MLA from Kollam, following a complaint by an actress. Another FIR has been filed against actor Jayasurya under section 354, which addresses intent to outrage modesty. Kerala Police reported that the SIT recorded the actress’s statement yesterday.

The NCP, led by Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, will hold 'silent' demonstrations across Maharashtra on Thursday in response to the collapse of a Shivaji Maharaj statue in Sindhudurg. The party is demanding the installation of a stronger and larger statue. The protests are significant as the NCP is part of the Mahayuti government led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and the statue's collapse has sparked considerable outrage.

Heavy rain on Thursday morning caused significant waterlogging on the Mehrauli-Badarpur Road, with vehicles struggling to navigate through the flooded streets, leading to major traffic slowdowns.

Security forces launched a pre-dawn cordon and search operation in Jammu and Kashmir's Rajouri district following reports of suspicious movement. An exchange of fire broke out, with reports suggesting two terrorists were holed up in the area.

Union Minister Piyush Goyal will inaugurate a new bi-weekly train service between Bandra Terminus and Madgaon on Thursday, aimed at boosting connectivity between Mumbai's western suburbs, the Konkan region, and Goa.

Delhi saw its highest number of rainy days in 14 years this August, leading to severe waterlogging and traffic disruptions across the city, with commuters facing tough conditions on flooded roads.

Continuous heavy rain in the National Capital has led to widespread waterlogging and traffic jams, with Dhaula Kuan being one of the severely affected areas.

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