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The Union Minister will also be the chief guest at the 20th Foundation Day celebrations of the NDRF at Kondapavuluru in Krishna district, official sources said.

Home Minister Amit Shah launches 'Bharatpol'

Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the ‘Bharatpol’ portal on which aims to streamline international cooperation for law investigating agencies. Bharatpol — broadcast hub for assistance and real-time action against transnational crimes via international police cooperation — was developed by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). It will allow central and state agencies to easily connect with the Interpol and speed up their investigations.

Watch: Amit Shah revisits old encounter with Vinod Kambli: 'He had retired by then, I asked...'

Once hailed as India's next batting sensation, Kambli's career remains a story of immense talent and unfulfilled potential.

Cabinet okays health coverage under Ayushman Bharat scheme for senior citizens above 70

The Union Cabinet has approved a significant health coverage expansion for senior citizens aged 70 and above under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). This move, benefiting 4.5 crore families and 6 crore seniors, provides Rs 5 lakh in free annual health insurance. Eligible seniors will receive a new distinct card for this coverage. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted that this initiative fulfills PM Narendra Modi’s commitment to enhance health protection for India’s elderly population.

The Richest, Oldest, Youngest, And Newest Ministers In Modi Cabinet 3.0

Narendra Modi was sworn in as the Prime Minister for the third consecutive term on June 9. Along with him, 71 ministers were also sworn in as part of the Modi government 3.0. The Modi 3.0 Cabinet has expanded to 72 members, including 30 cabinet ministers, ministers of state with independent charge, 36 ministers of state, 7 women ministers, and 12 ministers from the Rajya Sabha. Among the 72 ministers, there are several new faces. Find out who the youngest, richest, and oldest ministers in the Modi 3.0 Cabinet are.

Rajneeti: Union Minister Piyush Goyal Speaks Exclusively To Network18

In an exclusive interview to the group editor-in-chief Rahul Joshi, Union Minister Piyush Goyal spoke about Lok Sabha elections 2024, EVM Match Fixing, BJP's Mission 400 Paar and much more. Watch the full interview here

'Mamata Bandopadhyay is known for genocide of Hindus' Smriti Irani slams TMC | Sandeshkhali Violence

Union Minister Smriti Irani strongly criticized West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, alleging her support for TMC leader Sheikh Shahjahan, who is accused of sexually exploiting Hindu women in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal. Irani further accused Banerjee of being complicit in Hindu genocide, stating, "Mamata Bandyopadhyay is known for the genocide of Hindus." Irani raised concerns about the safety of young married Hindu women, insinuating potential exploitation by TMC members. She called for accountability regarding Shahjahan's whereabouts, emphasising the need for Banerjee to address the allegations against him. Watch the video to know more

Watch: Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar shares why he has a reverse clock in his office

Rajeev Chandrasekhar said the reverse clock serves as a constant reminder of the limited time available to fulfill his responsibilities.

Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur Holds Press Conference On Cabinet Decisions

Cabinet Briefing by Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur

Asian Games Visa row: Discriminatory approach is against Olympic Charter, says Union Minister

The northeastern state is an integral part of India and would continue to remain so, the Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting and Youth Affairs said here, adding that he had cancelled his visit to China while standing with the players.

Over $1.8 billion worth of assets recovered from economic offenders: Union Minister Jitendra Singh

Addressing an event at the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) headquarters here, he said there has been a quantum jump in extradition of criminals and fugitives in recent years, especially after India hosted the 90th Interpol General Assembly in October 2022.

Internal security, terrorism, cyber security discussed at high-level meet chaired by Amit Shah

Sources said that the conference also had a discussion on internal security, terrorism, narco-finance and cyber security.

Live: Union Ministers Anurag Singh Thakur & Ashwini Vaishnaw addresses the Press briefing post CCEA

Union Ministers Anurag Singh Thakur and Ashwini Vaishnaw speak at Cabinet briefing after CCEA decision

Live: Amit Shah Speaks in Lok Sabha | Union Home Minister's Address On No Confidence Motion On Day 2

Union Home Minister Amit Shah speaks in Lok Sabha on day 2 of the no confidence motion. Watch!

Proposal for installing tallest flagpole at Imphal to hoist tricolour received from Manipur: Govt

Union Minister for Culture G Kishan Reddy was asked whether any proposal is pending with the government for the installation of the world’s tallest national flagpole, to which he replied in the affirmative.

India to meet 76% electricity requirement in 2023-24 from thermal power plants

During April-June 2023 period, 4,07,762 million units of electricity were supplied against the demand of 4,08,621 million units leaving a deficit of 858 million units or 0.2 per cent.

Threat calls to Gadkari: 2005 IISc Bengaluru terror attack convict Pasha had visited Nagpur twice, say cops

A probe began after a threat and extortion call seeking Rs 100 crore was received on January 14 this year at the Nagpur-based public relations office of Gadkari.

Union minister Nisith Pramanik's convoy attacked in Bengal

The incident occurred in the Sahibganj area when Pramanik attempted to visit the Block Development Office where scrutinising nomination papers for the upcoming panchayat polls was going on.

Live: Cabinet briefing by Union Minister Piyush Goyal

Union Minister, Piyush Goyal addresses a press briefing on Cabinet decisions.

Union Minister Scindia: Indian civil aviation set for transformation and global expansion

The minister emphasized that civil aviation has now emerged as the fundamental pillar driving economic growth throughout the country.

Live: Cabinet Clears PLI Scheme For IT Hardware, Fertiliser Subsidy Cut

Union Ministers Mansukh Mandaviya and Ashwini Vaishnaw hold cabinet briefing. Cabinet Clears PLI Scheme For IT Hardware, Fertiliser Subsidy Cut. Watch live.

Long-term power purchase agreements to be of 12-15 years only: Govt

The government wants to increase the share of the electricity market in India, senior officials told Moneycontrol. in 2022-23, the total traded volume in the Indian electricity market was 1,02,276 million units (MU), which is only a small portion of the energy generated from all sources (including RE) of 16,24,465 MU.

LIVE: Power Minister RK Singh on growing demands & tariff | Will your electricity bill rise this summer?

In an exclusive interaction with Moneycontrol, RK Singh, Union minister for power and renewable energy, said the government is well prepared to meet India's growing electricity demand. He also talked extensively about power tariffs in the country and how the power generation capacity is going to be increased over the years. The minister spoke candidly about challenges to India's green hydrogen mission and the ongoing smart metering initiative.

Former Union minister Satyabrata Mookherjee dies at 90

Mookherjee, who was also an additional solicitor general of India before entering politics, was 90.