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21 Jul

CBSE Makes CCTV Mandatory in Schools to Boost Student Safety

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New Delhi (National Times): In a major move to enhance student safety and well-being, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has amended its Affiliation Bye-Laws, mandating all affiliated schools to install high-resolution CCTV cameras equipped with audio-visual recording systems across key areas of their campuses. According to the official notification issued by the Board, schools are now required to ensure CCTV coverage at all entry and exit points, classrooms, corridors, staircases, labs, libraries, canteens, store rooms, playgrounds, and other common areas, excluding toilets and washrooms, to maintain student privacy. The real-time audio-visual footage must be preserved for a minimum…

21 Jul

Monsoon Session stands as proud moment for nation: PM Narendra Modi

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New Delhi (National Times): The Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the media before the start of the Monsoon Session of 2025 at the Parliament premises today. Welcoming everyone to the Monsoon session, the Prime Minister remarked that the monsoon symbolizes innovation and renewal, highlighting that current weather conditions across the country are progressing favourably, bringing beneficial forecasts for agriculture. He noted that rainfall plays a crucial role not only in the rural economy and the nation’s overall economic structure but also in the financial well-being of every household. Modi stated that, based on current information, water reservoir levels this year…

21 Jul

“We Want to Stand by the Truth”: Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu on Ahmedabad Plane Crash in Rajya Sabha

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New Delhi (National Times): As the Monsoon Session of Parliament 2025 continues, Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu addressed the Rajya Sabha on Monday regarding the tragic Ahmedabad Air India plane crash, which claimed the lives of over 260 people, making it one of the deadliest aviation disasters in the country’s history. Naidu assured the House that the government is committed to transparency and is awaiting the final investigation report to determine the exact cause of the crash. “We want to stand by the truth. We want to know the exact cause,” said the minister, stressing the government's…

21 Jul

Monsoon Session 2025: Lok Sabha Adjourned Till 2 PM Amid Opposition Uproar Over Operation Sindoor

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New Delhi (National Times): The Monsoon Session of Parliament 2025 kicked off on a stormy note Monday, with the Lok Sabha adjourned till noon following loud protests from Opposition members demanding an urgent debate on key national concerns. The Opposition raised strong objections over the Centre’s handling of the Pahalgam terror attack, the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter lists in Bihar, and sought immediate discussions on Operation Sindoor, among other pressing matters. Despite the uproar, the government had lined up a packed agenda for the session, including debates on bills concerning GST reforms, mining laws, sports governance, and more.…

20 Jul

Opposition Corners Government at Pre-Monsoon Session Meeting Over Voter Roll Row, Pahalgam Attack, and Trump Remarks

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New Delhi (National Times): As Parliament gears up for the Monsoon session, a high-level all-party meeting convened by the Centre on Sunday turned into a forum for pointed opposition concerns. Leaders from across the political spectrum flagged critical issues, including alleged irregularities in Bihar’s voter list revision, the recent terrorist strike in Pahalgam, and controversial statements made by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding a purported India-Pakistan ceasefire. While the central government urged all parties to extend their cooperation for the efficient functioning of the upcoming session, opposition leaders pushed for accountability and clarity on a range of matters. Speaking to…

20 Jul

Uttarakhand Helicopter Crash: Rotor Struck Fibre Cable Before Plunging Down Gorge, Says Initial Probe

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Uttarkashi (National Times): A preliminary report into the fatal helicopter crash in Uttarakhand earlier this year has revealed that the aircraft's main rotor collided with an overhead fibre cable before plunging down a hillside and coming to a halt against a tree. The accident claimed six lives. According to the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), the chopper, a 17-year-old Bell 407 operated by Aerotrans Services Pvt Ltd, lost control mid-air while attempting to land on a highway stretch near Gangnani in Uttarkashi on May 8. The aircraft had lifted off from the Kharsali helipad at 8:11 a.m. and crashed around…

20 Jul

PM Narendra Modi to Visit UK and Maldives in Back-to-Back Official Tours

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New Delhi (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a two-nation visit to the United Kingdom and Maldives later this month, marking a significant diplomatic outreach as part of India’s global engagement strategy. At the invitation of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, PM Modi will undertake an official visit to the United Kingdom from July 23 to 24, 2025. This will be his fourth visit to the UK, underscoring the growing strategic partnership between the two nations. The leaders are expected to hold high-level talks focusing on trade, defence cooperation, climate action, and the Indian diaspora's contribution to…

20 Jul

Operation Sindoor: Satellite Imagery Suggests Indian Missile Strike on Pakistan’s Nuclear Site at Kirana Hills

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New Delhi/Islamabad (National Times): New satellite imagery has surfaced, appearing to confirm a missile strike by India on Pakistan’s sensitive Kirana Hills region, home to key elements of its nuclear infrastructure. The development marks a significant turn in the narrative around Operation Sindoor, the covert Indian military campaign carried out in May 2025. The imagery, captured by Google Earth in June 2025 and analyzed by noted geo-intelligence expert Damien Symon, reveals what appears to be a missile impact point in the Sargodha district of Pakistan’s Punjab province — specifically, in the Kirana Hills, long linked to the country’s nuclear program.…

20 Jul

India-Pakistan Match at World Championship of Legends Cancelled Following Player Withdrawals

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Birmingham (National Times): The highly anticipated India vs Pakistan fixture at the World Championship of Legends (WCL) has been officially cancelled after several Indian players opted out of the game, citing geopolitical concerns. The WCL organisers issued a public apology for disappointing fans and unintentionally hurting sentiments. In an official statement, the WCL explained that the India-Pakistan match was scheduled with the intention of recreating joyful moments for cricket lovers, inspired by a recent friendly volleyball match between the two nations. However, the tournament acknowledged that this move unintentionally caused discomfort among the Indian cricket legends and their supporters. “As…

19 Jul

New Sports Governance Bill Set to Usher in Reform Era, Says Kiren Rijiju

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New Delhi, July 17, 2025 — Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has expressed confidence that the upcoming National Sports Governance Bill, scheduled to be tabled in the monsoon session of Parliament, will mark the beginning of a transformative era for sports governance in India.Rijiju, who previously served as Union Sports Minister from 2019 to 2021, played a role in initiating dialogue around the bill. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for sports reforms and said the legislation is set to bring transparency, accountability, and a fresh structure to how sports bodies function in the country.The bill proposes a regulatory…