Mahagathbandhan parties to support farmers’ ‘Bharat Bandh' on September 27, says Tejashwi Yadav
Protesting farmers have called for Bharat Bandh on September 27.
CJI NV Ramana has expressed deep concern at the shooting in Rohini Court Complex in Delhi today. CJI spoke to Chief Justice of Delhi High Court DN Patel in this regard and advised him to talk to both Police and Bar associations to ensure that the functioning of Court isn't affected. (ANI)
Friends and family members of Shubham Kumar celebrate after he secured AIR 1 in UPSC Civil Services Examination 2020. "I've been preparing since 2018. I could not believe the results today. I will perform with my fullest capacity in whichever position I'm assigned to," says Kumar
I used to have a fear of disqualification before the prelims and mains. I was fortunate to have the constant support of my friends and family. I had a good plan for study, used to self analyse so my preparation was on track: Shubham Kumar, UPSC topper 2020 pic.twitter.com/vAfYyOfbBm
— ANI (@ANI) September 24, 2021
The government has approved the appointment of Lt Gen Nav K Khanduri as the next Western Army Commander. He is the first officer from the Corps of Army Air Defence to have been appointed at the Commander-in-chief rank in the force.
The government has approved the appointment of Lt Gen Nav K Khanduri as the next Western Army Commander. He is the first officer from the Corps of Army Air Defence to have been appointed at the Commander-in-chief rank in the force. pic.twitter.com/9sUtjqQedt
— ANI (@ANI) September 24, 2021
The majority of Americans who were fully vaccinated with Pfizer can receive a booster shot at least 6 months after their second shot. This includes people over 65, those with underlying medical conditions, and those in frontline jobs: US President Biden (ANI)
India’s Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) has been selected as the next External Auditor of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) for a six-year term (2022-27) at the General Conference of the IAEA in Vienna: Ministry of External Affairs (MEA)
CAG’s bid received majority support of IAEA Gen Conference for the position for which several bids were submitted from different nations. It's a recognition of India’s standing in int'l community & global acknowledgement of our CAG’s credentials, professionalism & experience: MEA (ANI)
The Change of Guard Ceremony, which was discontinued due to COVID-19 pandemic, will resume from October 9th, 2021. This Ceremony will take place every Saturday (except on government holidays) between 8 am and 9 am: Rashtrapati Bhavan
Srinagar District Administration imposes strict COVID-19 curfew in some areas for a period of 10 days starting today. Standalone grocery/vegetable/meat/milk shops may also remain open and functional from 7 am to 11 am only.
J&K: Srinagar District Administration imposes strict #COVID19 curfew in some areas for a period of 10 days starting today.
Standalone grocery/vegetable/meat/milk shops may also remain open and functional from 7 am to 11 am only. pic.twitter.com/p7QJ1qSeg1
— ANI (@ANI) September 24, 2021
The schools in Maharashtra will reopen from October 4th. Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray has approved this, the task force and health department have also approved the decision of reopening schools in the state: Varsha Gaikwad, Maharashtra Minister for School Education
She added, "In rural areas classes will resume from std 5th to 12th and in urban areas from std 8th to 12th. Govt is making efforts to bring back children to schools. Local authorities have been given powers." (ANI)
We've been able to get a large population vaccinated with one & even 2nd dose. Vaccine does prevent disease to a large extent, severity is also much reduced. Even if the 3rd wave comes, intensity will be low & much less than the 2nd wave: Dr Shekhar C Mande, DG, CSIR (ANI)
Two criminals opened fire at gangster (Jitender Mann) 'Gogi' when he was taken to the (Rohini) court for a hearing. In retaliation, police shot dead both the attackers. One of them was carrying a reward of Rs 50,000: Delhi Police Commissioner Rakesh Asthana told ANI
A hearing was going on in the Courtroom when shots were fired, at Rohini court in Delhi: Delhi Police
A hearing was going on in the Courtroom when shots were fired, at Rohini court in Delhi: Delhi Police
— ANI (@ANI) September 24, 2021
Incident (shootout) at Rohini Court is a major security lapse. We condemn it. Such incidents have been repeatedly happening, court security is at stake. Despite raising this issue to Delhi CP, no concrete step has been taken: Rakesh Sherawat, Vice-Chairman, Bar Council of Delhi
It's due to the security personnel's callousness that such incidents have been recurring. We will take this issue up in an urgent meeting, will try meeting Delhi CP either today or tomorrow...and demand action against responsible police officers: Rakesh Sherawat pic.twitter.com/mMqh8pyONI
— ANI (@ANI) September 24, 2021
"It's due to the security personnel's callousness that such incidents have been recurring. We will take this issue up in an urgent meeting, will try meeting Delhi CP either today or tomorrow...and demand action against responsible police officers," he added.
Anganwadis and primary schools to be reopened in Bihar from November 15, tweeted Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. All eligible persons will be vaccinated, he added in the series of tweets. (ANI)
Visuals of the shootout at Delhi's Rohini court on Friday.
#WATCH | Visuals of the shootout at Delhi's Rohini court today
As per Delhi Police, assailants opened fire at gangster Jitender Mann 'Gogi', who has died. Three attackers have also been shot dead by police. pic.twitter.com/dYgRjQGW7J
— ANI (@ANI) September 24, 2021
Delhi Rohini court shooting: As per the latest updates, gangster Jitendra Gogi has been killed along with two attackers who opened fire at him.
Delhi: Shots fired at Rohini court premises. Two attackers who were in lawyers' attire have been shot dead.
Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari: In the next 3 to 4 months, I will be issuing an order, mandating all vehicle manufacturers to power vehicles with flex engines (that can run on more than one fuel).
Delhi: A person died and a firefighter was injured in a fire that broke out at a house in Mangal Bazar area of Laxmi Nagar today, as per Delhi Fire Service The injured has been admitted to a hospital and the fire has been brought under control by three fire engines.
Defence Ministry and Airbus Defence and Space, Spain sign a contract for procurement of 56 C-295 aircraft for the Indian Air Force.
Contract signed between #MinistryOfDefence and @AirbusDefence &Space, Spain for procurement of 56 C-295 transport aircraft for the #IAF@rajnathsingh @adgpi @PIB_India @PIBHindi @indiannavy @IAF_MCC @drajaykumar_ias @AjaybhattBJP4UK @IndiainSpain pic.twitter.com/YqgvAYKWHA
— A. Bharat Bhushan Babu (@SpokespersonMoD) September 24, 2021
Maharashtra: State govt decides to reduce the working hours of women police personnel from 12 hours to 8 hours, informed DGP Sanjay Pandey.
President Ram Nath Kovind at National Service Scheme Awards: India is called a young country. I congratulate all the awardees. With the primary objective of developing the personality and character of students through voluntary community service, NSS (central sector) was launched in 1969. The ideological orientation of the NSS is inspired by the ideals of Mahatma Gandhi. A society that provides opportunities to women in every walks of life as per their wishes and capabilities is called a progressive society.
India is called a young country. I congratulate all the awardees. With the primary objective of developing the personality & character of students through voluntary community service, NSS (central sector) was launched in 1969: President Ram Nath Kovind pic.twitter.com/xI60X3lhYJ
— ANI (@ANI) September 24, 2021
Prayagraj: CBI takes over investigation into the death of Akhada Parishad president Mahant Narendra Giri, reports ANI.
ICMR-COVID-19 National Task Force drops usage of Ivermectin and Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) drugs from revised "clinical guidance for management of adult COVID-19 patients".
New Delhi: President Ram Nath Kovind is going to virtually confer the National Service Scheme (NSS) Awards for the year 2019-20 on Friday. Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Anurag Thakur, Minister of State for Youth Affairs and Sports Nisith Pramanik will also attend the event. Read more here
Washington: Prime Minister Modi also met Japanese PM Yoshihide Suga and called Japan India's one of most valued partners. "I had an excellent meeting with PM Suga on a variety of subjects that would further boost cooperation between our nations," PM Modi said.
He added that a strong India-Japan friendship 'augurs well' for the entire planet.
Japan is one of India’s most valued partners. I had an excellent meeting with PM @sugawitter on a variety of subjects that would further boost cooperation between our nations. A strong India-Japan friendship augurs well for the entire planet. pic.twitter.com/5N9ibqWDzy
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 24, 2021
Washington: Prime Minister Modi also met his Australian counterpart, Scott Morrison and expressed that it is always 'wonderful to interact with his good friend'. "We had wide-ranging deliberations on strengthening cooperation in the fields of commerce, trade, energy and more," PM Modi said.
It is always wonderful to interact with my good friend, PM @ScottMorrisonMP. We had wide-ranging deliberations on strengthening cooperation in the fields of commerce, trade, energy and more. pic.twitter.com/rRkNxNc8Nr
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 24, 2021
Washington: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with US Vice President Kamala Harris at the White House. PM Modi informed that the two leaders talked about multiple subjects that will further cement the India-USA friendship. "Her feat has inspired the entire world," the Prime Minister tweeted after the meeting.
Glad to have met @VP @KamalaHarris. Her feat has inspired the entire world. We talked about multiple subjects that will further cement the India-USA friendship, which is based on shared values and cultural linkages. pic.twitter.com/46SvKo2Oxv
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 24, 2021
