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IndiaJul 08, 2021

Army Chief Naravane discusses bilateral defence cooperation with Italian Defence Minister

Indian Army Chief General MM Naravane on Thursday met Italian Defence Minister Lorenzo Guerini and exchanged views on strengthening defence cooperation between both countries.In a tweet, Additional Directorate General of Public Information, IHQ of MoD (Army) said that "General MM Naravane #COAS called on Italian Defence Minister Hon'ble Lorenzo Guerini and exchanged views on strengthening India-Italy defence cooperation.He also interacted with Lieutenant General Pietro Serino, Chief of the Italian Army and discussed aspects of joint military cooperation.Chief of Army Staff on Wednesday began a
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IndiaJul 08, 2021

India reports 45,892 new COVID cases in last 24 hours

India reported 45,892 new COVID cases in last 24 hours.817 deaths also reported in the same duration taking overall toll to 4,05,028.44,291 people got recovered and discharged in last 24 hours.Currently there are 4,60,704 active cases. Total 36,48,47,549 vaccines have been administered so far.
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IndiaJul 08, 2021

'He isn't concerned about farmers': Haryana CM on BKU Charuni chief's statement

Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar shared his views on Bhartiya Kisan Union Charuni president Gurnam Singh Charuni's statement where he said that protesting farmer unions must fight Punjab polls. According to Haryana CM, "He's saying that people of Punjab should contest, we're also saying there's politics behind it. The agitation going on is drawing inspiration from politics. He isn't concerned about farmers".
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IndiaJul 07, 2021

Modi Cabinet expansion, 43 ministers to be sworn in this evening

As many as 43 new members are all set to be sworn in this evening in Prime Minister Modi's new cabinet which will be one of the most inclusive with record representation of SC, ST members.It is learnt from reliable sources that post-expansion, there will be 12 members from the SC community, including two in the cabinet; eight members will be from Scheduled tribes in the council of ministers out of which three will be in the cabinet.After cabinet expansion, the Modi government is expected to have 27 OBC leaders out of which five will be in the cabinet.Sources further informed that there will be
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IndiaJul 06, 2021

Amid deteriorating Afghan security situation, India likely to bring back nationals

Amid the rapidly deteriorating security situation in Afghanistan with the Taliban capturing new territories, India is likely to bring back its nationals and officials from the war-torn country.India, which has had a big presence in Afghanistan since the fall of the Taliban in 2001 following the US invasion, has been helping the successive governments there including the members of the northern alliance who have been friends with India for a long time."With the Afghan security situation deteriorating, plans have been discussed for bringing back our citizens and officials present in different pa
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IndiaJul 06, 2021

India reports 34,703 new COVID cases, lowest in 111 days

India reported 34,703 new COVID cases in the last 24 hours on July 06, lowest in 111 days. Active cases declined to 4,64,357. The recovery rate rose to 97.17%. Total 42,14,24,881 vaccines have been inoculated so far.
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IndiaJul 05, 2021

Haryana Congress MLAs meets former CM Hooda

Ahead of reshuffle in Haryana Congress and meeting with General Secretary KC Venugopal, a group of party MLAs from the state met former Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda, his son, and MP Deepender Singh Hooda at their residence.A group of Congress MLAs from the state will meet Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal in the national capital today, said sources.After a gap of almost six years, Haryana Congress has started an organisational reshuffle in the state.The party had dismantled district Congress committees in the state in 2015 and now it has decided to organise them. However, this st
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IndiaJul 02, 2021

New chapter for world's leading English test: IDP to acquire British Council's IELTS business in India

IDP and British Council, two partners of IELTS, the world's most popular high-stakes English language test, have announced today that British Council will sell its IELTS business in India to IDP.This means that all IELTS tests in India will be delivered by IDP.Under the terms of the agreement, IDP will acquire 100 per cent of British Council's India IELTS business for £130 million on a debt free, cash free basis.The terms also outline that British Council employees working on IELTS in India will become part of the IDP team. The transaction is subject to customary conditions with completion ex
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IndiaJul 02, 2021

Piyush Goyal urges Rahul Gandhi to refrain from 'petty politics' during COVID-19

Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday slammed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his criticism of the ongoing COVID-19 vaccination process. The Union Minister attacked the Wayanad MP and stated that he should refrain from petty politics during the fight against COVID. Goyal, in a tweet, informed that 12 crore vaccine doses will be available in July which is separate from the supply to private hospitals. "12 crore vaccine doses will be available in July - separate from supply to private hospitals. States have been informed about supply 15 days back. Rahul Gandhi should understand that petty poli

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CanadaApr 02, 2026

Canada joins 40-country talks on Strait of Hormuz shipping amid global concerns

Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand took part in a virtual meeting with more than 40 countries, including the United Kingdom and India, to discuss efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route. The meeting was convened by U.K. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, who warned that Iran’s move to block the passage poses risks to the global economy, according to statements shared following the discussion. Anand emphasized the need to uphold international law and ensure freedom of navigation through the waterway. India was represented by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misr
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BCApr 02, 2026

Police outline safety plan for Surrey Khalsa Day Vaisakhi Parade

The Surrey Police Service says it will deploy officers and coordinate with multiple regional units to manage safety and traffic during the Surrey Khalsa Day Vaisakhi Parade scheduled for April 18. According to a Surrey Police Service news release, the annual event draws tens of thousands of attendees and is among the largest Vaisakhi celebrations globally. Police said a public safety plan has been developed in coordination with the City of Surrey and event organizers, incorporating provincial guidance for large gatherings. Officers from several agencies are expected to assist, including the De