In 2019, HM Amit Shah moved a resolution revoking Article 370 from J&K in Rajya Sabha on August 05. The resolution was passed and PM Modi-led Centre scrapped Article 370 of the Indian Constitution. It also brought an end to the special status of Jammu and Kashmir under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution. Even after 5 years, the abrogation of Article 370 still haunts Pakistan, one of the biggest setbacks internationally. Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar called abrogation of Article 370 a “very painful, extreme step”. Notably, the strained ties between India and its neighbours has hit Pakistan’s trade severely. Reeling under economic crisis, Ishaq Dar called for “seriously examine” of trade with India. On the other side, Modi govt’s strategy of prioritising development has begun showing results in J&K. In the path of development, the state has witnessed the expenditure of the highest-ever funds in the financial year 2022-23. To attract investment, Centre, UT admin focused on reforms such as ease of doing business, land and capital provisions.
25 March,2024 04:08 PM IST
Indian Navy’s warship INS Kolkata brought 35 captured Somali pirates to India on March 23. All 35 Somalian pirates were handed over to Mumbai Police after due formalities of Customs and Immigration. After being handed to Mumbai Police, the pirates were taken to JJ Hospital for medical examination. The pirates were captured by the Indian Navy in an Anti-Piracy operation on March 16 from the Arabian Sea. As part of the Indian Navy’s anti-maritime security operations, INS Kolkata intercepted the hijacked vessel, ex-MV Ruen. The navy intercepted ex-MV Ruen, which was reported to have sailed out as a pirate ship on high seas. After over 40 hours of operation, Indian Navy coerced all 35 Pirates to surrender and ensured safe evacuation of 17 crew members. The Navy shared a video of its encounter with Somali pirates who were using a hijacked merchant vessel. The pirates onboard the vessel were called upon to surrender and release the vessel.
23 March,2024 05:32 PM IST
Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Thursday inaugurated India's and Air India's first Airbus A350 aircraft on the first day of Wings India 2024. This not only marks the arrival of state-of-the-art aircraft to Air India's fleet but also signifies India's growing stature as a major player in the global aviation industry.
19 January,2024 10:51 AM IST | Mumbai
Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday hit out at the INDIA bloc over the silence maintained by its leaders after the recovery of cash worth ₹353 crore from the premises of Congress MP Dhiraj Sahu. Attacking the parties on the Dheeraj Sahu IT raids, Amit Shah said, “I understand Congress is silent as corruption is in their nature but JDU, RJD, DMK, and SP all are sitting silently...Now I understand why a campaign was run against PM Modi that agencies are being misused. It was run because there was a fear in their mind that all the secrets of their corruption would be revealed.”
11 December,2023 11:06 AM IST
Virat Kohli, the star Indian batsman widely regarded as one of the greatest to ever wield a cricket bat, celebrated his 35th birthday on November 05. The modern-day great has left no stone unturned to impress his fans with many of his historic knocks over the years. On Virat Kohli’s birthday, cricket enthusiasts celebrated the former Indian captain’s birthday in Kolkata. On this occasion, they held a cake-cutting ceremony. The fanhood went one step ahead after they wore Kohli’s mask to express their love. In the ongoing world cup 2023, Kohli's performance has been described to be the best ever. He aims to be the first Indian player to win two World Cups.
05 November,2023 02:03 PM IST
Air India Express on October 18 rebranded its aircraft with a new logo, livery. The event was held at the Mumbai airport. The new Air India Express mainly features four colours including orange, turquoise, tangerine and ice blue. According to the airline, the livery of the first new Boeing 737-8 aircraft was inspired by the Bandhani textile design. Air India Express is in the process of mearing with AIX Connect-Air Asia India and will operate as one airline. This comes a little over two months after Air India unveiled its new brand identity.
19 October,2023 03:12 PM IST | Mumbai
On the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi 2023, more than 35,000 women gathered and recited Ganapati Atharvaśīrṣa in front of Shreemant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir in Pune earlier this morning. This was organised by the Temple Trust as a part of Ganesh Chaturthi Celebrations.
20 September,2023 12:35 PM IST
The Tata-backed airline Air India on August 10 unveiled its new logo, replacing the previous “Wheel of Konark”. The new logo symbol – “The Vista” is inspired by the peak of the gold window frame, signifying limitless possibilities, progressiveness, and the airline’s bold, confident outlook for the future. While addressing the rebranding event Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran said that we are fully committed to this journey to make Air India a world-class airline. He further stated, “Today is an important milestone, because the new Air India, the vision we have for the airline is also in the backdrop of a new resurgent India, where the aspiration of everyone are limitless.”The rebranding of Air India gained momentum after the Tatas took over the airline. It took also 15 months for the transformation to make the airline world-class in terms of safety, customer service and experience that Air India used to known for which required enormous work on technology, fleet, maintenance, ground handling, operations and more.
11 August,2023 12:50 PM IST | Mumbai
Maharashtra's new Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar reached the MET Institute of Management in Bandra on Wednesday for the party meeting convened for the leaders of his faction. Pawar was welcomed by a huge number of supporters on his arrival. On the number of MLAs joining Ajit Pawar, NCP leader Praful Patel, said "We have everyone with us. There is no need to worry". NCP leader Chhhagan Bhujbal also talked to the media about the number of MLAs attending the meet. Ajit Pawar along with other party leaders unfurled the NCP flag at MET Bandra. The NCP leaders and workers were seen wearing caps and saluting the party flag showcasing their respect for the party. According to reports, 35 to 43 MLAs are expected to reach MET Bandra to show their support to the Ajit Pawar faction. Ajit Pawar moved Election Commission to stake claim on Nationalist Congress Party's name and symbol, stated reports. Meanwhile, Sharad Pawar and the group have filed a caveat saying that no decision should be taken in regards with the matter without consulting his faction. NCP leaders ANil Deshmukh, Supriya Sule were also seen at YB Chavan centre where Sharad Pawar's faction is also holding a meet.
05 July,2023 02:27 PM IST | Mumbai
On the occasion of the 350th anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's coronation, grand celebrations were seen in the state of Maharashtra. Countless people came together on the streets to pay tribute to one of the greatest rulers India has ever seen. An event in Nagpur saw street performances and waving flags to celebrate the 350th anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj's coronation. RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat was also seen participating in the event.
02 June,2023 04:09 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
