In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “India bows to Lokmanya Tilak on his 100th Punya Tithi. His intellect, courage, sense of justice and idea of Swaraj continue to inspire.” Popularly called Lokamanya, Bal Gangadhar Tilak was born on July 23, 1856 in Ratnagiri in Maharashtra and passed away on August 1, 1920. A scholar, mathematician, … Read more
A population of over 45 lakhs in 1,012 panchayats of 110 blocks has become flood affected. The standing crop of paddy in about 5 lakh hectare area has been destroyed due to floods. According to the Agriculture Department, however, an accurate assessment of the damage will be done only after the flood waters recede. However, … Read more
Trump said that he may take action soon against the popular video-sharing app and that mnight be as soon as Saturday. The US President said tha he could use emergency economic powers or an executive order to ban TikTok in United States. Trump also made it clear that he was not in favour of a … Read more
The process of phased re-opening of activities has been extended further in Unlock 3. The new guidelines issued by the Home Ministry on Wednesday are based on feedback received from States and UTs, and extensive consultations held with related Central Ministries and Departments. Restrictions on movement of individuals during night have been removed. Yoga institutes … Read more
The holy festival, also known as the ‘festival of sacrifice’ or Greater Eid, begins on the 10th day of the month in the Islamic lunar calendar. It is celebrated by Muslims around the world, one day after the annual Hajj pilgrimage ends. Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed … Read more