Month: June 2024

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: South Africa Triumphs Over USA in Super 8 Match

Manish Kumar

Antigua, June 21, 2024 – In a thrilling encounter at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, South Africa emerged victorious over the USA by 18 runs in their Super 8 (Group 2) match of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 last night. South Africa set a challenging target of 195 runs after being put to bat first by the USA, who won the toss and opted to bowl. South Africa’s innings was anchored by a stellar performance from Quinton de Kock, who scored an impressive 74 runs. Aiden Markram also…

India Clinches Victory by 4 Runs Against South Africa in Thrilling Second ODI

Manish Kumar

Bengaluru, June 21, 2024 – In a nail-biting encounter at the M. Chinnaswami Stadium, the Indian women’s cricket team edged out South Africa by 4 runs in the second match of the three-match ODI series. This victory gives India an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series. Batting first, India set a formidable target of 326 runs. Vice Captain Smriti Mandhana was in stellar form, scoring a breathtaking 136 runs off 120 balls. She was well supported by Harmanpreet Kaur, who contributed a solid 103 runs. Their partnership laid a strong…

Delhi Court Extends Judicial Custody of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and Vinod Chauhan in Money Laundering Case

Manish Kumar

New Delhi, June 21, 2024 – A Delhi court today extended the judicial custody of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and another accused, Vinod Chauhan, until July 3rd in connection with a money laundering case related to the Delhi Excise Policy. Both individuals were presented before the court via video conferencing from Tihar Jail following the expiration of their previous judicial custody term. Arvind Kejriwal was initially arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on March 21st as part of an extensive investigation. The case encompasses a total of 38 accused…

Government to Launch 10th Round of Commercial Coal Mining Auctions to Boost Domestic Production and Energy Security

Manish Kumar

In a significant move to enhance domestic coal production and ensure energy security, the Ministry of Coal is set to launch the next tranche of coal block auctions. Union Minister of Coal and Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, will inaugurate the 10th round of Commercial Coal Mining auctions on 21st June 2024 in Hyderabad. The event will also be attended by Minister of State for Coal and Mines, Shri Satish Chandra Dubey, Deputy Chief Minister of Telangana, Shri Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, and Secretary of the Ministry of Coal, Shri Amrit…

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge Questions Relocation of Statues in Parliament House Complex

Manish Kumar

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has raised serious concerns regarding the relocation of statues of prominent national leaders within the Parliament House complex. In a letter addressed to the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankhar, Mr. Kharge demanded that the statues of Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, and other national leaders be returned to their original locations. In his letter, Mr. Kharge emphasized the historical and emotional significance of each statue and its specific location within the complex. He argued that these decisions were made arbitrarily, without proper consultation or deliberation…

Government Accelerates Establishment of NIFTEM in Every State: Union Minister Chirag Paswan

Manish Kumar

The government is pushing forward with the plan to establish the National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM) in every state, as highlighted by Union Food Processing Industries Minister Chirag Paswan. Addressing the media in New Delhi on World Food India-2024, scheduled for September in the capital, Mr. Paswan emphasized the immense potential of the food processing sector in boosting farmers’ income and contributing to the vision of a developed India. He pointed out that the food processing industry is a significant employment generator and stressed the need…

Lucknow Demolition Drive Clears 1,200 Illegal Structures Along Kukrail River

Manish Kumar

The Lucknow Development Authority (LDA) has successfully completed a major demolition drive along the banks of the Kukrail river in Akbarnagar. Initiated under the directives of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the operation targeted illegal encroachments spanning a 24.5-acre area. Officials confirmed that the demolition work concluded with the removal of 1,169 illegal residential properties and over 100 commercial structures. A total of 1,320 structures, including these religious sites, were demolished to ensure compliance with the court’s orders mandating the eviction. The state government plans to transform the cleared area into…

Nalanda University Gets New Campus: Remembering 5 Ancient Indian Universities that Shaped Global Knowledge

Manish Kumar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the new campus of Nalanda University in Rajgir, Bihar on Wednesday. The event was attended by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and ambassadors from 17 nations. The inauguration marked the beginning of a new chapter for the university, which offers 137 scholarships to international students. Nalanda University is structured around six schools: the School of Buddhist Studies, Philosophy & Comparative Religions; the School of Historical Studies; the School of Ecology and Environmental Studies; and the School of Sustainable Development and Management. These schools reflect the…

Gautam Adani’s Vision for India’s Future Through Infrastructure

Manish Kumar

Gautam Adani, Chairman of Adani Group, recently delivered a keynote address at the CRISIL-organized event “Infrastructure – Inspiration for India’s Future,” underscoring the pivotal role of infrastructure in India’s economic trajectory. His impassioned speech resonated with the audience as he articulated a compelling vision for India’s future through robust infrastructure development. Adani began by invoking historical precedents, emphasizing how great civilizations like ancient Rome and industrial Britain flourished on the back of extensive infrastructure networks. Drawing parallels, he highlighted China’s rapid transformation propelled by strategic infrastructure investments since the late…

Delhi Water Crisis: Atishi Threatens Indefinite Strike, Urges PM Modi to Intervene

Manish Kumar

The water crisis in Delhi has reached a critical point, with Delhi Water Minister Atishi threatening an indefinite strike starting June 21 unless immediate action is taken to resolve the acute shortage. Atishi appealed directly to PM Modi, urging his intervention to alleviate the plight of approximately 28 lakh Delhi residents currently deprived of sufficient water supply. The crisis stems from Haryana’s failure to release Delhi’s full allotment of water, exacerbating the challenges faced by residents already contending with oppressive heatwave conditions. Supporting her claims with data, the Delhi government…