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National Times Bureau: India's concerns over minority safety in Bangladesh have taken center stage during high-level diplomatic talks in Dhaka, reflecting the challenges in bilateral ties amidst Bangladesh's ongoing political transition. The meeting, led by Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Bangladeshi counterpart Mohammad Jashim Uddin, underscored India’s commitment to a `positive, constructive, and mutually beneficial` partnership while expressing apprehensions over recent violence targeting minorities. Misri described the discussions as “frank, candid, and constructive,” emphasizing India's unease over incidents involving attacks on minorities and damage to cultural and religious properties. The foreign secretary also reiterated India's vision of fostering a…

Adelaide, December 9: Indian pacer Mohammed Siraj has been fined 20% of his match fee, while Australian batter Travis Head faced disciplinary sanctions following a fiery exchange during the day-night Test in Adelaide. The ICC disciplinary panel found both players guilty of breaching its Code of Conduct after a hearing on Monday. Siraj was penalized under Article 2.5 of the ICC Code, which prohibits actions or gestures likely to provoke an aggressive reaction from a dismissed batter. Head was found guilty of violating Article 2.13, related to abusive behavior toward players or match officials, but escaped a financial penalty. Both…

New Delhi, December 9, 2024: The Narendra Modi-led government is set to introduce the `One Nation, One Election` Bill during the ongoing Winter Session of Parliament. Sources indicate that the Union Cabinet has approved the recommendations of the Ram Nath Kovind Committee, which advocates for holding simultaneous elections across India. The government plans to refer the Bill to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) for in-depth deliberations, ensuring broader consensus. Inputs from political parties, state Assembly speakers, experts, and the general public will be sought to address concerns and foster bipartisan support. Implementing the proposal requires extensive constitutional amendments, with changes…

Amritsar, Punjab, December 9: In a major operation against trans-border drug smuggling, the Commissionerate Police (CP) Amritsar arrested a suspected trafficker and confiscated 5.1 kg of heroin on Monday. Punjab DGP Gaurav Yadav described the operation as a significant breakthrough in curbing the state’s drug menace. The accused, Gurveer Singh alias Gora (32), a resident of Basti Muhammad Shah Wali in Ferozepur, was intercepted while traveling in a Toyota Fortuner, which has been seized. Investigations indicate that Singh was using the Amritsar sector to smuggle heroin and relied on cut-outs to ensure delivery of the narcotics. The operation was based…

New Delhi, December 9: The Noida International Airport (NIA) marked a crucial milestone on Monday by successfully conducting its first flight validation test as it gears up for commercial operations in April 2025. The validation exercise assessed critical operational elements, including runway performance, airspace management, communication protocols, and emergency response systems, paving the way for aerodrome licensing. Following the test, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) is set to submit documentation to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) for final approval. “This is a major milestone for Noida International Airport, destined to become a key aviation hub for Delhi-NCR…

New Delhi, December 9, 2024: The Union government has named Sanjay Malhotra, currently serving as the revenue secretary, as the new Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Malhotra will serve a three-year term, succeeding Shaktikanta Das, who successfully led India’s central bank for six years. Who is Sanjay Malhotra? Sanjay Malhotra, an IAS officer from the 1990 Rajasthan Cadre, has an illustrious career in public service, with expertise spanning finance, taxation, power, and information technology. In key roles, Malhotra has served as Chairman and Managing Director of the Rural Electrification Corporation Limited and as Secretary of the Department…

Chandigarh, December 9: The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) has urged the transfer of the investigation into the assassination attempt on Sukhbir Singh Badal, citing serious concerns over the handling of the case by the Amritsar Police. In a letter to Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, SAD leader Bikram Majithia requested that the probe be reassigned from Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar to Special DGP Prabodh Kumar, who heads Punjab Intelligence. Expressing outrage over the incident, Majithia highlighted the significance of the location, stating, `Shri Harmandir Sahib is the most revered, sacred shrine of the Sikh religion…

Key Announcements: The scheme aims to empower 2 lakh women as insurance agents, earning over ₹1.75 lakh annually. Modi highlights women’s pivotal role in financial inclusion, self-help groups, and rural economic transformation. Emphasis on Haryana’s contribution to national progress and its “double-engine” governance.   Haryana, December 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Bima Sakhi Scheme on Monday, underscoring the government’s commitment to women’s empowerment and financial inclusion. The event coincided with Bihar Panchami and the anniversary of the Constituent Assembly’s first meeting. Modi emphasized the day’s auspiciousness, linking it to the nine forms of Goddess Durga, symbolizing women’s strength.…

Haryana, December 8, 2024 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi today unveiled the LIC Bima Sakhi Scheme, a groundbreaking initiative designed to promote women’s employment and financial security. Speaking at the launch event, PM Modi reaffirmed his government’s commitment to empowering women and driving inclusive growth across the nation. About the Bima Sakhi Scheme The Bima Sakhi Scheme, introduced by the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC), is a transformative program aimed at providing women with sustainable income opportunities. Under this initiative, women participants are expected to earn up to ₹1.75 lakh annually, fostering economic independence and professional growth. PM Modi’s Address During…

IRCTC Services Down Today Latest News: A significant number of users in India experienced issues with the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) services today, likely due to a technical glitch. Although many were left wondering why IRCTC is not working, the officials have yet to release an official statement explaining the cause of the disruption. According to Downdetector, a platform that tracks service outages, 51% of users reported problems with the IRCTC website, while 40% faced issues with the mobile application, and 9% experienced disruptions during ticket booking. The outage prompted numerous users to express their frustration on X…