The Election Commission of India has begun preparations for forthcoming State Assembly Elections in the States of Haryana, Maharashtra and Jharkhand with the updation of the electoral rolls in these states w.r.t. July 1, as the qualifying date. The term of the existing Legislative Assemblies in the three states will end on November 3, November 26 and January 1, 2025, respectively.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to lead over 7,000 participants in a Yoga session on the scenic banks of Dal Lake to commemorate International Yoga Day. Participants underwent three days of training in the Yoga 'Asanas' that the PM will perform, according to officials.
21 Jun, 21:52 (IST)
The National Testing Agency (NTA) announced today, June 21, that the Joint CSIR-UGC-NET scheduled for June 25-27 has been postponed. The NTA cited unavoidable circumstances and logistic issues as reasons for the postponement.
21 Jun, 20:22 (IST)
The Ministry of Coal today, June 21, put up 67 coal mines for auction across eight states, including Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, West Bengal and Telangana. Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of Coal and Mines, launched the 10th tranche of commercial coal mine auctions in Hyderabad.
21 Jun, 18:46 (IST)
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) today, June 21, said that 98 Indians died due to natural causes and accidents during this year's Haj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. This comes as over 175,000 pilgrims from India converged on sacred Mount Arafat outside Mecca to offer their prayers during the pilgrimage last weekend.
21 Jun, 17:09 (IST)
J. Chinchurani, Kerala Animal Husbandry and Dairy Development Minister, said the state government will soon start an awareness campaign for dairy farmers on the scientific diet for cows to ensure cattle are fed properly and kept in fine fettle. Chinchurani also said a new legislation has been passed in the Assembly regarding cattle feed, poultry feed and mineral mix in the wake of cattle's death due to improper feeding.
21 Jun, 15:24 (IST)
A clash ensued between police and villagers in Maharashtra's Jalgaon district last night, resulting in injuries to six officers due to stone pelting. According to DM Jalgaon Ayush Prasad, the injured policemen have been hospitalised but sustained non-serious injuries.
21 Jun, 14:22 (IST)
Bengaluru police on Friday, June 21, detained NSUI and Indian Youth Congress demonstrators protesting at the Freedom Park against NEET and UGC-NET issues.
NSUI, Indian Youth Congress Protest
21 Jun, 13:11 (IST)
Following the consumption of illicit liquor in Kallakurichi district, Tamil Nadu Director of Medical Education Sangumani confirmed the death toll has risen to 47.
21 Jun, 11:46 (IST)
The Delhi High Court has granted an urgent hearing on the ED's plea challenging the bail granted to CM Arvind Kejriwal, thereby pausing the release order. Kejriwal cannot be released until the High Court hears the matter, citing ongoing legal proceedings.
21 Jun, 10:57 (IST)
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a petition in the Delhi High Court challenging the Rouse Avenue Court's decision to grant Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal bail in the money laundering case. ED is expected to request an urgent hearing on the matter to contest the bail granted to Kejriwal.
21 Jun, 09:31 (IST)
Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked International Yoga Day 2024 by leading a session of yoga asanas at SKICC in Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir.
PM Narendra Modi Leads Yoga Asanas
New Delhi, June 21: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to lead over 7,000 participants in a Yoga session on the scenic banks of Dal Lake to commemorate International Yoga Day. Participants underwent three days of training in the Yoga 'Asanas' that the PM will perform, according to officials.
In Washington DC, yoga enthusiasts gathered at Wharf overlooking the Potomac River to join pre-International Yoga Day celebrations. Sripriya Ranganathan, India's Deputy Ambassador to the US, highlighted yoga's role in fostering harmony and balance for society's brighter future. The event commenced with prayers and Indian classical dance performances. International Yoga Day 2024: PM Narendra Modi Arrives in Srinagar on Two-Day Visit, Will Lead Yoga Day Event on June 21.
Simultaneously, the High Commission of India in the UK organized a yoga event at Trafalgar Square, attracting over 700 participants in anticipation of International Yoga Day. International Yoga Day 2024 Theme: 'Yoga for Self and Society' Declared Theme of 10th Yoga Day, What Does It Mean?
Meanwhile, addressing concerns over national-level examinations, the Union government announced the formation of a high-level committee to enhance the National Testing Agency's structure, processes, data management, and security protocols. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assured transparency and pledged to address irregularities in exams, amid controversies surrounding NEET-UG 2024 results.
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