Mumbai Police bans use, sale of nylon manjha ahead of Makar Sankranti
Ahead of Makar Sankranti, Mumbai Police issues an order banning the use, sale, and storage of nylon manjha. The order will remain in effect from January 12 to February 10 and violators will be charged under section 188 of the IPC, the Mumbai Police said.
Mumbai Court sets aside summon issued against Bengal CM
Mumbai Sessions Court sets aside a summon issued against West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee in connection with a case of allegedly insulting the national anthem during her visit to Mumbai last year for procedural lapses.
Jairam Ramesh accuses BJP of targeting people joining Bharat Jodo Yatra
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh tweets: “A former RBI Gov walks in Bharat Jodo Yatra, BJP attacks him. A retired Army Gen does-he's maligned. Now a former Finance Secy who joined is booked by the CBI. Modi's FDI policy-Fear, Defamation & Intimidation-is at work here. This is the mindset of a coward. But BJY will roll on.”
India's G20 priorities aligned with our national priorities, says Maldives' High Commissioner to India
Maldives' High Commissioner to India Ibrahim Shaheeb said: “Let me first congratulate India on assuming the presidency of G20 & also welcome the initiative by India to convene Voice of Global South Summit. As of now, the global south contributes to more than half of the global economy.”
He added: “With India's G20 priorities aligned with our national priorities, confident that our voice will be heard. Thank India for giving voice to non-G20 members. Look forward to working closely with our close friend to help realise their vision 'One Earth, One Family, One Future'.
Indian Army to hold multilateral exercise with militaries of 40 African countries
Indian Army to hold mega multilateral exercise with militaries of around 40 African countries in March with the aim to significantly expand two-way military engagement
Delhi | No COVID-19 patients now, but increase in heart attack, stroke patients: LNJP Hospital MD Dr S Kumar
We don't have any COVID-19 patients now. Those who haven't taken the COVID-19 booster dose must take it. It's advisable to not go out of the house unnecessarily, use masks, wear full clothes, and not get exposed to cold. Patients with lung and respiratory diseases must be extra cautious, says LNJP Hospital MD Dr S Kumar.
He adds: “Due to severe cold and poor air quality, there's an increase in the number of patients coming with heart attack, stroke, high BP, respiratory illnesses. Earlier 40-50 patients used to get admitted in a day, but now the number has increased to 60-70.”
Main priority for most countries is peace and stability, says Ambassador of Georgia to India
The global challenges and regional conflicts that we are facing today, make it clear more than ever that the main priority for most countries in the world is peace and stability: Archil Dzuliashvili, Ambassador of Georgia to India on Voice of Global South Summit
The global challenges and regional conflicts that we are facing today, make it clear more than ever that the main priority for most countries in the world is peace & stability: Archil Dzuliashvili adds
He further says: “Foreign Minister Ilia Darchiashvili is delighted to make a special statement and bring to our attention the importance of global dialogue to create a peaceful, safe and stable environment, establish more platforms and opportunities for effective regional & global cooperation.”
Old Pension Scheme applicable for all personnel of Central Armed Police Forces: Delhi High Court
Govt gets in-principle approval from BSE for listing NMDC Steel
- The government announced that it had received on December 30, 2022 in-principle approval from the BSE to list NMDC Steel Ltd.
- "The listing process (of NSL) is ongoing. In principle approval from BSE for listing of 29,30,605,850 equity shares of Rs 10 each pursuant to Scheme of Arrangement between NMDC Ltd and NSL has been obtained on December 30, 2022," DIPAM said.
Kanjhawala death case | MHA orders Delhi Police to suspend all personnel on duty in 3 PCR vans, 2 pickets
- MHA orders Delhi Police to suspend all personnel stationed in three PCR vans and two police pickets on the day the Delhi woman was hit and dragged by car.
IND vs SL | India beat Sri Lanka by 4 wickets in the second ODI, taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the 3-match series.
Kanjhawala death case | MHA reviews incident, suggests show cause notice against investigating officer
-- The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) said it has received a detailed report from Delhi Police in the Kanjhawala incident case in which a woman's body was dragged for several kilometres by a car after it hit her scooter.
-- The MHA has suggested the Delhi Police Commissioner to issue a show cause notice against the investigation officer, considering the lack of investigation.
-- The MHA has also suggested the Delhi Police to file a chargesheet against the culprits in the court at the earliest and take all necessary steps so that they should be punished.
Afghanistan Cricket Board to write to ICC after Australia withdraws from ODI series
-- Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) is extremely disappointed by the decision of Australia to withdraw from the Afghanistan ODI series in March. We will officially write to the ICC over the issue, the Afghanistan Cricket Board said
-- Australia pulled out of the upcoming series against Afghanistan in the United Arab Emirates on Thursday, citing Taliban moves to further restrict women's rights.
6 YouTube channels found monetizing fake news
I-B Ministry exposes six YouTube channels for monetizing fake news; garnered over 51 crore views
Ganga Vilas cruise launch tomorrow, tickets at Rs 12.59 lakh per person
A luxury cruiser will set off on a historic journey on Friday, winding through some of India's most famous cultural and religious sites. The MV Ganga Vilas will be flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Varanasi on January 13 and will reach Dibrugarh in Assam on March 1. Tickets for the cruise are priced at Rs 12.59 lakh each, according to government sources. Full report here
Bomb threat in Pune-bound Spicejet flight from Delhi
-- A call regarding a bomb in a Pune-bound Spicejet flight from Delhi was received before the takeoff.
-- CISF & Delhi Police are on alert.
-- Flight being checked at Delhi Airport
--Delhi Police say, "So far nothing suspicious has been found but security drill will be followed as per SOP."
Court tells Guwahati Airport to produce CCTV footage of girl resembling Sheena Bora; no need, tells CBI
-- CBI has filed a reply, before Special CBI Court, to Indrani Mukerjea's application that the agency should investigate the sighting of a girl looking like Sheena Bora at Guwahati Airport.
-- The CBI in its reply has told the Special CBI court that this claim doesn't need to be investigated as Sheena Bora is already dead and there is clear evidence for the same; the approver in the case -- Shyamvar Rai -- has also given a statement about this.
-- A Special Court had issued a notice to Guwahati Airport and has asked them to present before the court the CCTV footage of the day when lawyer Saveena Bedi had claimed to have seen a girl looking like Sheena Bora.
Man tries to climb boundary wall of Airforce station in Ambala, nabbed
A young man tried to climb the boundary wall of theAirforce station in Ambala using a ladder. Airforce station personnel stopped him, he was handed over to local police. FIR filed by police. An electric computer card and other items were found in his bag. Probe on: Ambala SP
Cognizant appoints Ravi Kumar as CEO
Cognizant announced on January 12 that its Board of Directors has named Ravi Kumar S as CEO and a member of the Board, effective immediately. Kumar succeeds Brian Humphries in both roles. To facilitate a smooth transition, Humphries will remain with the Company as a special advisor until March 15, 2023.
International Solar Alliance, Mission LiFE proof of priorities accorded in our diplomacy: EAM Jaishankar
The International Solar Alliance, Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, and Mission LiFE- a worldwide program to promote a climate-friendly lifestyle, are proof of the priorities we accord in our diplomacy, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said while addressing the Global South summit via video-conferencing.
He added: “We have implemented development projects with 78 countries that are demand-driven, transparent, empowerment-oriented, environment-friendly, while ensuring respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
English version of Prince Harry's autobiography ‘Spare’ sells 1.4 million copies on first day
Prince Harry's autobiography "Spare" sold 1.4 million English-language copies on its first day in the United Kingdom, United States, and Canada, publisher Penguin Random House said on Thursday.
Australia pulls out of series against Afghanistan over Taliban moves
Australia pulled out of an upcoming series against Afghanistan in the United Arab Emirates on Thursday, citing Taliban moves to further restrict women's rights.
US December CPI at 6.5%
-- United States December 2022 CPI comes at 6.5 percent.
-- Expected US CPI was 6.5%, while the previous was 7.1%
Energy crisis driving inflation, slowing GDP growth, creating social turmoil: WEF study
The current energy crisis is driving inflation, slowing economic growth and creating social turmoil, a new report said on Thursday while calling for new solutions that advance a sustainable and inclusive energy transition.
The World Economic Forum (WEF) report, released days before its annual meeting in Davos, said the world is in the grip of an unprecedented global energy crisis but short-term fixes will lead to a bleak future. Full report here
Aim to make India rank among top 3 global economies: PM Modi at National Youth Festival 2023
Today we're the world's fifth-largest economy. Our aim is to take it to the top 3 economies of the world. This economic growth of the country will bring immense opportunities for our youth, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at the National Youth Festival 2023 being held in Hubbali, Karnataka.
He added: “Today, we are the leading global power in agriculture. A new revolution is going to come in the agriculture sector, with technology and innovation. This will create new opportunities for the youth, pave a new way to scale new heights.”
Next 25 years important for building nation. Yuva Shakti's dreams decide India's direction: PM Modi
Addressing the National Youth Festival in Hubbali, Karnataka, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said: “Yuva Shakti is the driving force of India's journey. The next 25 years are important for building the nation. Yuva Shakti's dreams decide India's direction. Yuva Shakti's aspirations decide India's destination. Yuva Shakti's passion decides India's power.”
“To harness Yuva Shakti, we need to be young with our thoughts. To be young is to be dynamic in our efforts. To be young is to be panoramic in our perspective. To be young is to be pragmatic. If the world looks to us for solutions, it's because of the dedication of our Amrit generation.”
2 CoBRA Jawans injured in IED blast during anti-Naxal operation
Two CoBRA Jawans (CRPF) were injured in anIED blast during an anti-Naxal operation. They have been brought to Ranchi for better medical treatment. They are out of danger, says Jharkhand police
Discussions are on for further compensation for OMCs for losses made in FY23 so far, says Min Hardeep Singh Puri
-OMCs have suffered a hit and as a line minister I support them, he says.
-Just about every electrolyser manufacturer in the world has tied up with Indian companies which will help in production of green hydrogen, he adds.
There was no such breach in PM's security cover, says Dr Gopal Byakod, DCP Crime
-There was no such breach in PM's security cover. A person tried to give a garland to PM Modi at his roadshow. We are gathering more information about the person states Dr Gopal Byakod, DCP Crime, Hubballi‑Dharwad
India's November IIP growth of 7.1% is highest in five months
-- India’s November IIP growth is at 7.1% versus -4.2 percent in October
-- India's November IIP growth of 7.1% is above the consensus estimate of 3.2%
-- India's April-November 2022 IIP growth 5.5% versus 17.6% in April-November 2021
December CPI inflation at 5.72%
-- India's December CPI inflation at 5.72% versus 5.88% in November
-- India CPI inflation is below 6% for the second month in a row
--India December CPI inflation of 5.72% below consensus estimate of 5.9%
CBI searches premises of former Finance Secretary Arvind Mayaram in corruption case
-- The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on January 12 searched the premises of former Finance Secretary Arvind Mayaram in Delhi and Jaipur, in an alleged corruption case.
-- The investigation states that he was involved in irregularities in the tender awarded for currency printing.
Joshimath land subsidence: Eight teams of SDRF, 2 teams of NDRF deployed
-- Eight teams of SDRF are deployed at Joshimath for disaster relief operations. Rs 2.14 crore has been issued for the protection of electric cables and poles. Two teams of NDRF are also there, one team is on its way, Uttarakhand Disaster Management Secretary Ranjit Kumar Sinha informs.
-- He added that house rent of Rs 4000 each has been provided to 3 families so far.
-- So far, 169 families - 589 people – have been relocated. Rs 5,000 has been provided per family provided for general expenses to 73 families so far, which is Rs 3,65,000 in total. Rs 1,30,000 each has been provided to 10 families so far as per SDRF provisions, which is Rs 13 Lakh in total.
-- If any situation arises, Army helicopter is on standby, and our helicopter is on standby too. Army unit is also on standby, Sinha added.
CBI books Pratibha Industries in bank fraud case
CBI books Mumbai-based Pratibha Industries Ltd in Rs 4,957 crore bank fraud on a complaint from Bank of Baroda: Officials
CDSCO team collects 4 samples of Ambronol syrup for investigation
Four samples of Ambronol syrup have been collected by the team of CDSCO for investigation from Marion Biotech Pvt Ltd: Drug inspector of Gautam Buddh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh
Cold wave likely again over North-West India from Jan 15
Cold wave likely to re-emerge over North-West India from January 15, says IMDscientist
Expert panel recommends SII’s Covovax as booster dose for Covishield/ Covaxin
An expert panel of the central drug regulatory authority has recommended market authorisation for Serum Institute of India (SII)'s COVID-19 vaccine Covovax as a heterologous booster dose for adults who have been administered two doses of either Covishield or Covaxin, official sources were quoted as saying by PTI.
India dismiss Sri Lanka for 215 in second ODI
Security breached at PM Modi’s roadshow in Karnataka
A young man breached security cover at Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s roadshow in Hubballi, Karnataka, to give him a garland. He was pulled away by security personnel.
Nupur Sharma gets gun license
Claiming death threats over Prophet remarks, former BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma gets gun license
Infosys CEO Salil Parekh on increasing guidance:
“The focus is really on what we see as we close out the quarter. We had exceptionally strong growth QoQ…for the first nine months we’re at 17.8 percent. Then we had very strong large deals – 3.3 billion is the largest we have had in 8 quarters and the number of deals is also a testament to the environment for us. Given all of those factors we saw that it was right to increase our guidance.”
Uttarakhand | Malari Inn hotel to be demolished by Joshimath administration
The Malari Inn hotel will be demolished by the administration in Joshimath where buildings and structures have precariously developed cracks due to land subsidence.
Bhopal Gas tragedy: SC bench reserves order on Centre's curative plea for enhanced compensation
Supreme Court’s Constitution bench reserves its order on Centre's curative plea for enhanced compensation for the victims of the 1984 Bhopal Gas tragedy from US-based firm Union Carbide Corporation, now owned by Dow Chemicals.
FSSAI notifies regulatory standards for Basmati rice: Must have natural fragrance, no artificial colouring
-- For the first time in India, the FSSAI has notified comprehensive regulatory standards for Basmati rice, which will be enforced from August 1, 2023.
-- As per FSSAI, Basmati rice shall possess natural fragrance characteristic of basmati rice and be free from artificial colouring, polishing agents and artificial fragrances
-- These standards also specify various identity and quality parameters for Basmati rice such as average size of grains and their elongation ratio after cooking; maximum limits of moisture, amylose content, uric acid, defective or damaged grains, and incidental presence of other non-basmati rice, etc.
-- Basmati rice is a premium variety of rice cultivated in the Himalayan foothills of the Indian sub-continent and is universally known for its long grain size, fluffy texture and unique inherent aroma and flavour.
-- The standards aim to establish fair practices in the trade of Basmati rice and protect consumer interest, both domestically and globally
3560 Indian companies have directors of Chinese origin, says Congress leader Pawan Khera
Hours after Army Chief General Manoj Pande said the Indian Army is ready to deal with any situations along the Line of Actual Control, Congress leader Pawan Khera attacked the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party for hiding the facts.
Quoting monthly news reports of 2022, Khera said under the rule of Narendra Modi national security has been compromised. The government did not allow to hold discussion in the Parliament as well and notices were rejected in the recently concluded winter session.
3560 Indian companies have directors of Chinese origin and this indicates the relationship of Narendra Modi with China, the Congress leader alleged.
Infosys Q3 numbers out: Revenue up 1.8% at Rs 38,318 crore
-- Revenue: Rs 38,318 cr vs Rs 37,613 cr estimate, up 1.8%
-- Net profit: Rs 6586 cr vs Rs 6418 cr estimate, up 2.6%
-- EBIT margin: 21.5% vs 21.7% estimate
-- Revenue guidance raised to 16-16.5%
Infosys appoints Govind Iyer Independent Director
Infosys said in an exchange filing: “Based on the recommendation of the Nomination and Remuneration Committee, considered and approved the appointment of Govind Vaidiram Iyer, as an additional and independent director, effective January 12, 2023, for a period of five years, subject to the approval shareholders.”
18,600 toys without quality mark seized, includes Hamleys & Archies products
Centre says 18,600 toys seized pan-India from retail stores, including Hamleys and Archies, for lack of BIS quality mark
Woman hit and drag case: Court rejects Ashustosh Bharadwaj's bail plea
A Metropolitan court on Thursday dismissed the bail plea of Ashutosh Bharadwaj, an accused in the hit-and-drag case that killed a 20-year-old woman in the national capital.
Metropolitan Magistrate Sanya Dalal said considering the gravity of the offences, the fact that the investigation is at an initial stage and the offences alleged against the accused are exclusively triable by sessions court, this court is not inclined to grant bail. Full report here
India can become exporter of Green Hydrogen with industry innovation: Nitin Gadkari at Auto Expo
We can run trains, aircraft, trucks, and buses on Green Hydrogen. Today, India is an importer of this energy but with industry innovation, India will be an exporter of Green Hydrogen. Glad that the automobile industry thinking seriously about alternative fuel, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said at the 2023 Auto Expo.
