New Delhi, Aug 8 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will be on a three-day official visit to the Maldives from tomorrow, in a visit aimed at strengthening the close partnership between the two countries and explore avenues to enhance the bilateral relationship further. The EAM’s visit follows the recent visit of the President of…
New Delhi, Aug 8 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday received a phone call from UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy during which the two sides discussed the political developments in Bangladesh and the unfolding geopolitical situation in the Middle East. In a post on X, the EAM said: “Received a call from UK…
New Delhi, Aug 8 (UNI) Amid criticism over plummeting households savings, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Thursday said that the country is witnessing a shift towards smart portfolio diversification and small savings are finding portfolios which are giving better returns. Replying to the combined discussion on Jammu and Kashmir Appropriation (No.3) Bill, 2024, Appropriation…
New Delhi, Aug 8 (UNI) India is in touch with the Bangladeshi authorities for the safety and security of Indian nationals and of the Indian High Commission and the four Assistant High Commissions there, and expects that the law and order will be restored soon, a top official said today. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, said…
New Delhi, Aug 8 (UNI) The government on Thursday decided to refer the controversial Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024, to the Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) after strong resistance from the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, who described it as as ‘anti-Muslim’ and an ‘attack on the Constitution’. Earlier, the Bill was introduced by the Union Minister…
Paris, Aug 8 (UNI) In a dramatic finale to the Paris 2024 Olympics men’s hockey tournament, India clinched the bronze medal with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Spain on Thursday. The match, played at the historic Yves-du-Manoir Stadium, was a testament to India’s resilience and skill, as they mirrored their podium finish from Tokyo 2020…
This year’s exclusive Aabhar collection has been designed to suit every age, style, and occasion, showcasing unique contemporary designs in earrings, featuring a wide array of Jhumkis, studs and J-balis August 08, 2024, Mumbai – Reliance Jewels, one of India’s most trusted jewellery brands, has unveiled its new curated Aabhar collection, commemorating its 17th year…
New Delhi, Aug 8 (UNI) The Central government on Thursday introduced the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, in the Lok Sabha amid protest by the Opposition. The Bill was introduced by the Union Minister of Minority Affairs Kiren Rijiju, aimed at amending the law governing Waqf boards, proposes far-reaching changes in the Wakf Act, 1995. Speaking…
Dhaka, Aug 8 (UNI) Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus took oath as the chief advisor to the interim government of Bangladesh on Thursday evening. He took the oath at a ceremony at the Durbar Hall of Ganabhaban. President Muhammad Shahabuddin administrated the oath taking.
Dhaka, Aug 8 (UNI) Nobel Laureate Dr Muhammad Yunus returned to Bangladesh on Thursday afternoon, from Paris, to take charge as head of the interim government amid an unprecedented political crisis gripping the country following the fall of the Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League government. Yunus arrived at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport in Dhaka at 2:10pm….
