Arvind Kejriwal, the AAP’s national convenor, was arrested on March 21 and subsequently remanded in Enforcement Directorate custody. He is accused of being directly involved in a conspiracy related to the formulation of the now-scrapped excise policy, favouring certain individuals. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal will be lodged in jail number 2 of the Tihar prison in the national capital. He will be kept alone in the isolated lockup of jail number 2 which will be under 24-hour CCTV surveillance. Earlier, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Sanjay Singh was lodged…
Month: April 2024
CLOSING CEREMONY – EX TIGER TRIUMPH 2024
The Closing Ceremony of the Bilateral Tri-Service Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) Amphibious Exercise between India and US, Tiger Triumph 2024 was held onboard USS Somerset on 30 Mar 2024. The exercise signifies the robust strategic partnership between the two countries and was aimed towards sharing best practices and Standard Operating Procedures in undertaking multinational HADR operations. The Harbour Phase was conducted at Visakhapatnam from 18 – 25 Mar 24, which includeded pre-sail discussions, Subject Matter Expert Exchange, Sports engagements, ship boarding drills and cross deck visits. Personnel from…
Ms Sheyphali Sharan takes charge as Principal Director General, Press Information Bureau
Mrs Sheyphali B. Sharan has today assumed charge as the Principal Director General, Press Information Bureau upon superannuation of Shri Manish Desai yesterday. Ms. Sharan is an officer of the 1990 batch of Indian Information Service. During an illustrious career spanning over three decades, she has held cadre portfolios of largely looking after media publicity work as Press Information Bureau officer for Ministries such as Finance, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. She has also served as the Spokesperson for Election Commission of India. In…
Mumbai International Film Festival’s Doc Film Bazaar Submission Deadline Extended till April 10
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has announced the extension of the submission dates of projects for the first-ever Doc Film Bazaar which is being organised alongside the 18th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF). The deadline, which was earlier March 31, 2024, has been extended to April 10, 2024 for the ease of submission of projects by filmmakers working in geographically remote areas of the country. The Bazaar will be held from 16th to 18th June 2024, in Mumbai. The Doc Film Bazaar aims to be a first-of-its-kind comprehensive platform…
“RBI is the appropriate body for the holistic appreciation of the banking vision of Viksit Bharat”
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi addressed the opening ceremony of RBI@90, a program marking 90 years of the Reserve Bank of India, in Mumbai, Maharashtra today. Shri Modi also released a commemorative coin to mark 90 years of RBI. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) commenced its operations on the 1st of April in 1935 and enters its 90th year today. Addressing the occasion, the Prime Minister said that the Reserve Bank of India has reached a historic landmark today completing 90 years of existence. He underlined that the…
Arvind Kejriwal named Atishi and Saurabh Bharadwaj during interrogation: ED tells court
Arvind Kejriwal was sent to judicial custody till April 15. Vijay Nair, who had been associated with the Aam Aadmi Party, was arrested by the CBI in 2022. Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has told the Enforcement Directorate that Vijay Nair, who is one of the arrested accused in the alleged liquor scam, used to report to Ministers Atishi and Saurabh Bharadwaj, and not to him, ASG SV Raju said in the court on Monday (April 1). Vijay Nair, the former CEO of events company Only Much Louder (OML) who had been…
LK Advani Honored with Bharat Ratna: An Honor to a Political Stalwart’s Legacy
In a ceremony marked by reverence and respect, President Droupadi Murmu conferred the prestigious Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honor, upon veteran BJP leader and former Deputy Prime Minister, LK Advani. The event, held at Mr. Advani’s residence, witnessed the presence of dignitaries including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Defense Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, and the family members of the esteemed recipient. A Lifetime of Service and Leadership: Born in Karachi in 1927, LK Advani’s journey traversed through decades of unwavering dedication to public…
Celebrating Odisha Day: An Honor to Identity, Struggle, and Resilience
Every year on April 1st, the land of Odisha in India bursts into vibrant celebrations, commemorating its rich history, cultural resilience, and relentless struggle for self-determination. This day, known as Odisha Day or Utkala Dibasa, holds profound significance in the hearts of Odias worldwide, marking the formation of the state of Odisha in 1936. It stands as a pivotal moment in the journey of its people towards recognition, empowerment, and the preservation of their unique identity. Historical Roots: Odisha’s history is a tapestry woven with threads of resilience and determination.…