Finance Ministry has announced the release of an additional installment of tax devolution to states for June 2024, in a move to support state finances and spur economic development.
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Narendra Modi took the oath as Prime Minister of India for the third consecutive term on Sunday, making history as the first PM since Jawaharlal Nehru to achieve this milestone. A grand ceremony attended by over 8,000 dignitaries saw 72 leaders sworn into the Modi 3.0 ministry.
10 Jun, 20:15 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday allocated portfolios for the Modi 3.0 government with several key ministers retaining their portfolios. Amit Shah continues to serve as the Minister of home affairs, while Rajnath Singh remains the Minister of defence. Nitin Gadkari retains his position as the Minister of Road Transport and Highways.
10 Jun, 18:55 (IST)
JMM leader Kalpana Soren, wife of former Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren, has been sworn in as an MLA from Jharkhand's Gandey assembly constituency. She secured victory in the Gandey Assembly bypoll, defeating her closest BJP rival, Dilip Kumar Verma, by a significant margin of 27,149 votes.
10 Jun, 17:45 (IST)
Prem Singh Tamang was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Sikkim for a second consecutive term, accompanied by the swearing-in of ministers Sonam Lama, Arun Upreti, Samdup Lepcha, Bhim Hang Limboo, Bhoj Raj Rai, GT Dhungel, Purun Kumar Gurung, and Pintsho Namgyal Lepcha. The ceremony took place at Paljor Stadium in Gangtok, today.
10 Jun, 16:21 (IST)
TDP leader Gourinath Chowdary was allegedly murdered by YSRCP workers in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district. The incident, viewed as politically motivated, occurred in Bommirreddipalle village. Security forces are deployed, and search operations are ongoing to apprehend the accused.
10 Jun, 14:05 (IST)
On Monday, June 10, Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh's advance security convoy was ambushed near Imphal, with injuries reported. The ambush is suspected to be the work of Kuki militants. The attack occurred en route to Jiribam, where Singh was scheduled to visit tomorrow.
10 Jun, 13:17 (IST)
A fire sparked by a short circuit engulfed the BJP office near Kasak Circle in Bharuch. Firefighters swiftly responded to the emergency call, managing to extinguish the blaze without any reported casualties.
Blaze Erupts at BJP Office
10 Jun, 12:15 (IST)
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy today, June 10, urged the Union Ministers from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh to make efforts to implement the provisions of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act 2014. Reddy also requested the Union Ministers from the two states to make efforts to get funds, schemes and projects from the Centre for both the Telugu states.
10 Jun, 10:55 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi responded to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's congratulatory message today, June 10. In his tweet on X, PM Narendra Modi said that India looks forward to working with Canada based on mutual understanding and respect for each other's concerns.
10 Jun, 09:14 (IST)
Iran announced the names of six qualified candidates for the country's early presidential election scheduled for June 28. The list of final nominees includes Mostafa Pourmohammadi, Masoud Pezeshkian, Saeed Jalili, Alireza Zakani, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and Amir-Hossein Ghazizadeh Hashemi.
New Delhi, June 9: Narendra Modi took the oath as Prime Minister of India for the third consecutive term on Sunday, making history as the first PM since Jawaharlal Nehru to achieve this milestone. A grand ceremony attended by over 8,000 dignitaries saw 72 leaders sworn into the Modi 3.0 ministry. The new Cabinet comprises 30 Cabinet ministers, five Ministers of State with Independent Charge, and 36 Ministers of State.
The swearing-in included several new ministers, including members from the Rajya Sabha and those who either did not contest or lost the Lok Sabha elections. Following the ceremony, PM Modi addressed the nation and took stock of a recent terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir. Narendra Modi Takes Oath As PM: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sworn In for Third Term (Watch Video).
In a statement, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha said, "Prime Minister Narendra Modi took stock of the situation and directed me to constantly monitor and ensure all possible assistance to the families." ‘Look Forward to Serve 140 Crore Indians’, Says Narendra Modi as He Takes Oath As Prime Minister for Third Term (See Pics).
Union Minister Amit Shah also condemned the attack, which killed nine and injured 33. He emphasised that security forces and police have launched a joint operation to hunt down the terrorists responsible. "I strongly condemn the cowardly terror attack on a bus in Reasi. My condolences to the family members of the martyred civilians," Shah stated.
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