Mohan Charan Majhi became Odisha's first BJP Chief Minister, with two deputy chief ministers sworn in. Majhi retained key portfolios like home and finance while assigning other departments to ministers.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, attending the 50th G7 Summit on the invitation of Italian President Giorgia Meloni, called for ending monopolies in technology and urged for its creative use to foster an inclusive society. Speaking at an Outreach session in Italy's Apulia region, Modi highlighted the disproportionate impact of global uncertainties on the Global South.
15 Jun, 21:09 (IST)
In Delhi, the Aam Aadmi Party has suspended Vijay Kumar, the sitting councillor of Trilokpuriās ward-132, citing involvement in anti-party activities amid the Lok Sabha elections 2024.
15 Jun, 19:19 (IST)
At least 14 tourists were killed and 12 others injured when a tempo traveller with 26 people onboard skidded off the road and fell into the Alaknanda river on the Rishikesh-Badrinath national highway in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand on Saturday.
15 Jun, 16:25 (IST)
Buoyed by their success in the recent Lok Sabha elections, the Maharashtra Vikas Aghadi (MVA) announced on Saturday that they would contest the upcoming state assembly elections together. The polls are scheduled to take place within the next four months.
15 Jun, 14:12 (IST)
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar was admitted to Medanta Hospital in Patna for treatment after experiencing pain in his hand earlier today, June 15. He is currently undergoing treatment in the orthopaedic department of the hospital.
15 Jun, 13:02 (IST)
In Uttarakhand, a tempo traveller carrying around 17 passengers plunged into a deep gorge near Badrinath Highway in Rudraprayag, resulting in injuries to all onboard. Rescue operations are currently underway by SDRF and police, with two injured individuals already transported to the hospital via ambulance, as reported by SDRF officials.
15 Jun, 10:59 (IST)
Delhi High Court has issued notices to Sunita Kejriwal and social media platforms over alleged violations of court video conferencing rules during Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal's police custody appearance on March 28. The court directed removal of related posts by Sunita Kejriwal and others, as well as instructed social media companies to take down any such content. The matter is scheduled for further proceedings on July 9.
15 Jun, 09:10 (IST)
In Delhi's Vasant Vihar Market, a fire engulfed a shop early this morning, prompting the deployment of 10 fire engines for containment. No casualties have been reported as firefighters worked to bring the blaze under control.
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New Delhi, June 15: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, attending the 50th G7 Summit on the invitation of Italian President Giorgia Meloni, called for ending monopolies in technology and urged for its creative use to foster an inclusive society. Speaking at an Outreach session in Italy's Apulia region, Modi highlighted the disproportionate impact of global uncertainties on the Global South.
āIndia considers it a responsibility to highlight the priorities and concerns of the Global South,ā Modi said. He emphasized Indiaās commitment to Africa, noting the countryās role in making the African Union a permanent member of the G-20 during its chairmanship. Modi affirmed Indiaās ongoing contributions to Africa's economic, social, and security development.Ā Giorgia Meloni Welcomes PM Narendra Modi at G7 Summit in Italy, Both Leaders Greet Each Other With 'Namaste' (Watch Video).
On the sidelines of the summit, Modi held bilateral meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. He also met Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and greeted Pope Francis, inviting him to visit India. Modi expressed admiration for the Popeās dedication to global betterment.Ā NEET Scam Is Vyapam 2.0; Congress Questions PM Narendra Modiās Silence on NEET UG 2024 Results Controversy.
In another news , Veteran journalist Rajat Sharma Friday claimed before the Delhi High Court that he was defamed by Congress leaders Ragini Nayak, Jairam Ramesh and Pawan Kheraover use of "abusive language" during his show on the Lok Sabha elections result day. Sharma's counsel urged the court to grant ex-parte relief by ordering removal of the alleged offensive tweets and videos against him on social media and restraining the political leaders from making allegations against him.
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