PM Narendra Modi today, August 4, hailed the country's self-reliance in the field of energy, as it achieved record gas production, as a step towards the goal of "Viksit Bharat". Taking to X, PM Modi congratulated the people of the country for this feat. "Our self-reliance in the field of energy is very important in achieving the goal of ‘Viksit Bharat’. This record gas production is proof of our commitment in this direction," his tweet read.
'Record Gas Production Is Proof of Our Commitment'
An earthquake of magnitude 4.2 struck the Taplejung district in eastern Nepal today, August 4. Authorities said there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu today, August 4, flagged off 25 new patrolling vehicles to improve traffic management and emergency response across the state. In the first phase, 19 patrolling motorcycles were allocated to Shimla, and six to the Nurpur Police District, with an investment of approximately INR 3.72 crore.
A PIL filed before the Supreme Court has sought direction to the Election Commission of India (ECI) to remove, freeze and cancel election symbols which resemble "parts of the human body". A bench, headed over by CJI D.Y. Chandrachud, is slated to hear the matter on Monday, August 5, as per the causelist published on the website of the apex court.
AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi today, August 4, alleged that the Modi government wants to snatch Waqf properties from Muslims and interfere with the freedom of religion through proposed amendments to the Waqf Act. Owaisi also said that media reports on the proposed Bill for amendments to the Waqf Act show that the government intends to dilute the autonomy of the Waqf Board.
Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen will play the Bronze medal match after losing to World No 2 Viktor Axelsen in the men's singles badminton semifinal at the Paris Olympics. Sen lost to Denmark's Viktor Axelsen by 20-22, 14-21.
Nine children have died and several others injured in an incident of wall collapse in Madhya Pradesh's Sagar district this morning. The tragic incident took place near the Hardaul Baba temple in Shahpur. The injured children have been rescued and hospitalised.
The Indian men's hockey team entered the semifinal event of Paris Olympics 2024 after defeating Great Britain with a 4-2 scoreline in the quarterfinal. The Indian Men's Hockey team managed to secure a win despite playing with 10 men for the majority of the period.
Three AC coaches of Korba-Visakhapatnam Express were burnt after a massive fire broke out in the train. No casualties were reported as the train was halted at platform 4 of Visakhapatnam Railway Station when the incident happened.
The Bihar Police on Saturday (August 3) informed that an FIR has been registered in connection with a threatening email sent to Bihar's Chief Minister's office. The police said the case is linked to a July 16 incident, wherein an email was issued under the name of the proscribed terrorist organization 'Al-Qaeda' to Bihar CM's office and threatened to blow up the premises.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for Mumbai today, forecasting heavy rain in the city and its suburbs. According to IMD Mumbai, there is a possibility of very heavy rainfall at isolated places. Residents are advised to exercise caution and stay updated on weather conditions. The alert comes as the city prepares for potential disruptions due to the heavy downpour.
Mumbai, August 4: On Saturday, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that the state government will construct 100 houses for victims of the landslide-hit Wayanad in Kerala. In his post on X (formerly Twitter), Siddaramaiah said Karnataka stands in solidarity with Kerala and will construct 100 houses for the victims. "Together, we will rebuild and restore hope," he said. Amid the ongoing rescue operation in Wayanad, the Ministry of Finance directed public sector insurance companies, including LIC to extend all possible support to the victims of the Wayanad tragedy by expeditiously settling all insurance claims.
This directive comes amid the death toll in the Wayanad landslide rising to 366 with 206 people still missing as rescue operations entered the fifth day on Saturday, August 3. In the latest development in the Ayodhya gang-rape case, NCPCR chairperson Priyank Kanoongo on Saturday targeted Samajwadi Party (SP) chief Akhilesh Yadav over his demand for DNA test of accused. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's government used a bulldozer demolish the illegal construction of the main accused, Moin Khan. Later, Yogi Adityanath also arranged for financial aid of INR 5 lakh for the victim. Delhi Drain Death: AAP Holds Protest at LG Office, Demands Resignation of VK Saxena Over Drowning Incident (Watch Videos).
An earthquake of magnitude 3.7 on the Richter Scale hit Manipur's on Saturday. The National Centre for Seismology (NCS) confirmed the incident and said no casualties were reported. Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on August 3, said that the Central government denied political clearance to him for visiting Paris to support the Indian hockey team at the ongoing Olympic Games. The AAP leader said he wanted to be with the hockey players during the Quarterfinal match against Great Britain but will now have to see them in action on television.
The Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) will celebrate August 7 as "Mandal Victory Day". nearly 34 years after the Mandal Commission report was put into effect by the then coalition government at the Centre in 1990. VBA President Prakash Ambedkar announced the decision during his ongoing "Save Reservations Yatra" rally in Nanded to create awareness and saving reservations for the deprived sections of society. Bangladesh: Students Intensify Protest, Call for PM Sheikh Hasina's Resignation.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said that the Kaziranga National Park and Tiger Reserve (KNPTR) has witnessed a huge surge in tourist footfalls this year after PM Narendra Modi visited the UNESCO World Heritage site in March.
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