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August 9, 2024 2:13 PM
The Lok Sabha today saw the introduction of the Railways (Amendment) Bill 2024 by Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The bill aims to amend the Railways Act of 1989 to enhance the powers of the Railways Board and improve operational efficiency. Key provisions of the bill include the integrat...
August 9, 2024 2:07 PM
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) will create a new department dedicated to standardising Ayush practices. This initiative, announced by the Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Ministry, aims to enhance the safety, efficacy, and quality of Ayush products. The department will cover Ayur...
August 9, 2024 2:04 PM
U.S. Presidential candidates Donald Trump and Kamala Harris will debate on September 10, as announced by ABC. Trump proposed additional debates on September 4 and 25, but Harris's campaign confirmed that only the September 10 debate is scheduled. Harris expressed anticipation for the debate on X, wh...
August 9, 2024 2:01 PM
External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar reported in the Lok Sabha that 91 Indian nationals were recruited by the Russian Army. Eight have died, 14 have been discharged, and 69 are still waiting to be released. Dr Jaishankar assured that India is addressing the issue seriously, with Prime Minister...
August 9, 2024 1:26 PM
BJP MPs from the SC and ST communities met Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Parliament House today. They submitted a memorandum concerning the Supreme Court's observation on the creamy layer for SCs and STs. BJP MP Bhola Singh, speaking to the media, stated that they requested the decision not...
August 9, 2024 1:14 PM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid tribute to the Quit India movement, led by Mahatma Gandhi, marking it as a pivotal moment in India's freedom struggle. In a social media post, he highlighted the significance of the movement in India's history. Ahead of Independence Day, PM Modi updated...
August 9, 2024 12:56 PM
The Supreme Court has granted bail to Aam Aadmi Party leader Manish Sisodia in the excise policy irregularities case. The court noted that Sisodia had been in custody for 17 months without the trial commencing, which infringed on his right to a speedy trial. Bail was granted for both the Enforcement...
August 9, 2024 12:57 PM
The Lok Sabha today congratulated Neeraj Chopra for winning the Silver medal in the javelin throw and the Indian hockey team for securing the Bronze medal at the Paris Olympics. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla praised these achievements as sources of inspiration for the youth. The House also honoured M...
August 9, 2024 12:26 PM
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread to very heavy rainfall across India over the next seven days. The Northeast and Western Himalayan regions are expected to experience extensive rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning throughout the week. Eastern India will s...
August 9, 2024 10:33 AM
Parliament has successfully passed the Finance (No.2) Bill, 2024, The Appropriation (No.2) Bill, 2024, and The Jammu and Kashmir Appropriation (No.3) Bill, 2024, with the Rajya Sabha returning these bills to the Lok Sabha after comprehensive discussions. The Lok Sabha had previously approved these b...
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