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PM Modi leaves for Croatia after concluding 'productive' Canada visit
Kananaskis (Canada): Prime Minister Narendra Modi has left for Croatia, the third and final stop of his three-nation tour, after concluding his productive visit to Canada where he attended the G7 Summit. Concluding a productive Canada visit. Thankful to the Canadian people and Government for hosting a successful G7 Summit, which witnessed fruitful discussions on diverse global issues. We remain committed to furthering global peace, prosperity and sustainability, he said in a post on X on Tuesday. In Kananaskis, the prime minister held productive exchanges with leaders of the seven-nation bloc on key global challenges and shared aspirations for a better planet. Modi also met several world leaders and discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in areas such as trade and the economy. Among the leaders that he met were his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney, South Korean President Lee Jae-myung, French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese. During his talks with Carney, he emphasised that the relations between the two nations are extremely important, adding that New Delhi and Ottawa should work together to achieve win-win cooperation in various sectors. Following the talks, India and Canada agreed to designate new high commissioners, with a view to return to regular services to citizens and businesses in both countries, according to a statement by the office of the Canadian Prime Minister. Prime Minister Modi arrived in Calgary, Canada Monday evening from Cyprus. This was his first visit to Canada in a decade.
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IntheleafyheartofLavelle Road, a new kind of gourmetexperience hasquietly taken root. Foodstories, thethoughtfully curatedfoodretail andcafconceptbysisters Avni andAshni Biyani has launched its third India outpost following its forays in New Delhi and Hyderabad. More than just a store, this 12,000 sq. ft. space is a sensory and cultural immersion into the world of mindful indulgence, conscious consumption, and ingredient-led storytelling. Stocking over 8,000 premium food products, with a seasonally rotating caf menu and experiential corners peppered throughout the space, Foodstories aims to spark both discoveryanddelight. Anchoredaroundacentury-oldGulmohartree,theBengalurustore blurs the line between hospitality and retail. It was born out of our shared passion for food and a desire to offer discerning consumers an unparalleled gourmet experience, sharesAvni, adding, Between 2020 and 2022, wesaw adramaticshift in how peopleapproached food. Morehome cooking, deeper curiosity,andan appetite for quality ingredients. We felttheneed foraspace thatcelebrated this change not just through products but through community. And choosing Bengaluru was a natural decision. The food landscape here is incredibly evolved, dinersarewell-travelled,experimental,andvalueprovenance. Theres a clear understanding of craft and quality values that lie at the heart of our brand, she says. One of the standout elements is The Garden Caf a 70-seater oasis conceptualised by prominent interior designer Vinita Chaitanya. Its an ode to colonial-era Bengaluru and thetimelesscalmofCubbonPark,saysAvni.WeretainedtheoldGulmohar tree andbuilt the caf around it. The terrazzo flooring, cane and bamboo furniture all crafted by local artisans speak to the citys aesthetic. Its a tranquil, park-like space, right in the heart of the city. But its not just the ambience that tells a story the food does too. Our menu is led by ingredientsandchanges with theseasons.We source fromwithinourownstore from the sourdough and microgreens to the olive oil and artisanal cheeses. Its a true shelf-to-plate journey, explainsAvni. Ashni, who leads product innovation and consumer insight, further elaborates: Mindfulindulgenceiscentraltoouroffering. Were not here to prescribe,buttoinform where was this grown? Whats in it? How do I use it? If we can empower consumers to make better food choices, weve done our job. That philosophy is evident across the board from the curated pantry staples to limited editionproductsexclusivetotheBengaluruoutlet.OnesuchofferingistheCroissantTissue Bread, a unique hybrid that combines the decadent texture of croissants with the soft, airy bite of bread. Its a global idea made accessible and contextualised for the Indian palate, Ashni notes. Equallyintriguingisthesisters seasonalmangoprogramme. We travelled across farmsin Maharashtra and South India to study the soil, harvesting cycles, and taste profiles. We didnt just want to sell mangoes we wanted to offer a mango experience, saysAshni. Whetherits AlphonsofromRatnagiriorBanganapallisfromAndhra Pradesh, each carbide-free variety is presented with detailed storytelling and exquisite packaging. Ashni explains, Whether its the caf, our Kitchen Studio events, or the tasting stations across the store, every touchpoint is designed to offer a nuanced, immersive experience we hope our passion for food shines through. She adds, Were also focused on digital convenience, building a seamless omnichannel presence that combines the joy of in-store discovery withthe easeofsame-daydelivery through ourwebsiteandWhatsApp.Andthe journey is only beginning. We plan to expand into 56 key cities over the next few years. Gurgaon and Mumbai are already on the radar. But more than location, were looking for communities that resonate with our ethos, she says. Ultimately,the store isnotaboutfoodasa commodity,butasculture,emotion,and narrative. Retail today is no longer just transactional its experiential, emotional, and sensorial, were not just selling ingredients were nurturing curiosity, connection, and joy, Ashni reflects.
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Bomb hoax on Kochi-Delhi IndiGo flight
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New Jorhat-Delhi, morning flights from Sept 20: Himanta Biswa Sarma
DIBRUGARH, June 17: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Tuesday said that a flight between Jorhat and Delhi will commence from September, along with additional daily morning services from Guwahati to Dibrugarh and Silchar. He said air connectivity between Guwahati and Navi Mumbai will also be launched later this year, with Indigo to operate all []
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India believed to have slightly expanded its nuclear arsenal in 2024: SIPRI report
NEW DELHI, June 17: Nearly all of the nine nuclear-armed states, including India and Pakistan, continued intensive nuclear modernisation programmes in 2024, upgrading existing weapons and adding newer versions, according to a report by a global think-tank. India is believed to have once again slightly expanded its nuclear arsenal in 2024 and continued to develop []
Non-existent: IGIs buggy service draws complaints
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3 held for assault on 9-year-old in Sarojini market
Roads flood, traffic slows: Rain reminds city of its annual pain
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3 women loot Rs 30 lakh from docs house, all caught
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AICTE launches industry fellowship programme to strengthen Industry-Academia collaboration
New Delhi, June 17: In a landmark initiative aimed at transforming technical education in India, the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) today launched the AICTE Industry Fellowship Programme (AIFP) a pioneering scheme designed to immerse faculty members from technical institutions into real-world industrial environments. This move is a decisive step toward bridging []
Tourist spots reopen, bringing relief to stakeholders
Verinag (Anantnag), June 17: Several parks across Jammu and Kashmir, including those in the popular tourist destination of Pahalgam, were reopened on Tuesday after being closed in the aftermath of the April 22 terror attack, officials said. The reopening has been met with enthusiasm by both tourists and locals, who flocked to these recreational spaces in large numbers. Authorities said security personnel have been deployed in significant numbers around the reopened parks to ensure safety and instill public confidence. The April 22 terror attack in the Baisaran meadows of Pahalgam left 26 people dead, most of them tourists, prompting authorities to temporarily close several key tourist spots. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha had on Saturday announced the phased reopening of 16 parks eight each in the Jammu region and Kashmir Valley. In the first phase, eight parks in the Valley were thrown open to the public. Among the reopened parks were Verinag, a historic Mughal garden and the source of the Jhelum river, as well as parks in Pahalgam and the picturesque Betab Valley (also known as Hajan Valley), all of which saw a healthy turnout on the first day. At Verinag, Congress leader and former MLA from Dooru, Ghulam Ahmad Mir, visited the garden and was seen interacting with school children. Speaking to reporters, he welcomed the reopening and thanked LG Sinha for responding to their request. This is a welcome step. We had met LG Sinha just a few days ago, and now the parks are open. Were grateful, Mir said. He added that Verinag has three entry gates, of which only one has been reopened. While it allows for movement, the livelihoods of locals depend on access through the other two gates. I request that those be reopened gradually after proper review. Meanwhile, tourists expressed joy at being able to visit the reopened sites. Anibia, a visitor from Uttarakhand, said she and her family had arrived in Kashmir on Tuesday and felt lucky to visit Betab Valley, which had just reopened. We found everything normal here. What social media shows is very different from the reality. Kashmir is safe, and I would encourage others to come too, she said. Reshma, a tourist from Delhi, dressed in a traditional Kashmiri pheran, echoed the sentiment. Kashmir, and especially Pahalgam, is a magical place. This is the perfect season to visit, especially for families during school vacations, she said. Well tell everyone back in Delhi about the beauty and hospitality of Kashmir. We even wore pherans and visited Betab Valley just to take photos in the traditional dress. Locals, too, welcomed the return of tourists. Zahoor Ahmad, stationed at a Pahalgam taxi stand, greeted tourists with shawls. This is the first day tourists are returning after the April 22 attack. We are welcoming them in the best way we can, he said. With Betab Valley open again, we urge more people to come and enjoy the beauty of Pahalgam.
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Iran-Israel conflict: 1st batch of 90 Kashmiri students to board flight today
Srinagar, Jun 17:Amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel, at least 90 students of Kashmir studying in Iran on Tuesday evening reached the capital city, Yerevan, in Armenia and are expected to board a flight to New Delhi on Wednesday. National Convenor of Jammu and Kashmir Students Association (JKSA), Nasir Khuehami informed the news agencythat [] The post Iran-Israel conflict: 1st batch of 90 Kashmiri students to board flight today appeared first on Northlines .
Shekhawat to visit J&K today, likely to meet CM
New Delhi: Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat will pay a two-day official visit to Jammu and Kashmir beginning Wednesday, during which he is scheduled to meet Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, official sources said. Shekhawat is also scheduled to visit many ancient temples located in the Union Territory such as Kheer Bhawani Temple, Martand Surya []
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British high commissioner meets Omar in Delhi, National Conference terms it courtesy call
British High Commissioner Lindy Cameron recently met with Jammu and Kashmir's chief minister, Omar Abdullah, in New Delhi, accompanied by her team. While the CM's office acknowledged the meeting on X, details remained undisclosed. A National Conference spokesperson described it as a courtesy call.
NEW DELHI: As the Iran-Israel conflict intensifies, India has launched a large-scale evacuation mission, moving its citizens from high-risk zones to safety. So far, 110 Indian students 90 of them from Jammu and Kashmir have been safely evacuated to Armenia. A special flight is scheduled to bring them to Delhi on Wednesday. The evacuation effort involves several buses transporting citizens from cities such as Tehran, Isfahan, Gorgan, and Kermanshah to safer locations near the Armenia border. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the Indian Embassy in Tehran are working round the clock to assist those still stranded. We are in constant touch with the Indian community and extending all feasible assistance, the MEA said, adding that similar measures are in place for Indian nationals in Israel. The Jammu and Kashmir Students Association confirmed that all 110 evacuees who crossed into Armenia have been accounted for and accommodated in hotels in Yerevan. Of these, 90 are from the Kashmir Valley, the association said. Armenian authorities have supported the evacuation by facilitating border crossings and providing temporary shelter. More evacuations are expected in the coming days. #IsraelIranConflict | At least 100 Indian students from Urmia in Iran have reached #Armenia and are waiting to be repatriated to the country. Further, the students will take a flight to New Delhi on June 18. https://t.co/hchfXZ73CF pic.twitter.com/ZTcWN2ObgC The New Indian Express (@NewIndianXpress) June 17, 2025 Despite the ongoing operation, distress calls continue to pour in. Patchy communication networks and a climate of fear have made the situation especially difficult for those still in Iran. In Kerman, 21-year-old student Faizan Nabi, who also serves as Iran coordinator for the Jammu and Kashmir Students Association, said, The situation is not as bad here as in Tehran, but there is still fear. The evacuation from Tehran to Armenia has given us hope. On Monday, Indian students in Tehran spread across three major universities were moved to the city of Qom, considered relatively safer. Weve been kept in a basement. Theres fear all around. Weve had trouble contacting our families due to weak internet, said Ehreen Zaffar, a third-year MBBS student at Tehran University of Medical Sciences. Huzaif Malik, a student at Urmia University of Medical Sciences, said, Luckily we were in Urmia, which was relatively safe. We have reached Armenia. But others remain stranded. Ajmal Mohmed, an Indian national from Dubai who had traveled to Lar for a medical exhibition, said he was stuck with his wife and six-month-old daughter and unable to find transport out. With official buses full and limited options, some are scrambling to arrange taxis amid fuel shortages and soaring costs. Back in India, families wait in anguish. Shuja Hasan, whose daughter is currently in Qom, said, My daughter and other students are stuck in their hotels. We hope they get out of danger soon. Meanwhile, students at Golestan University of Medical Sciences in Gorgan have also been relocated. A 24x7 Control Room has been established in Ministry of External Affairs in view of theongoing developments in Iran and Israel. The contact details of the control room are as under: 1800118797 (Toll free) +91-11-23012113 +91-11-23014104 +91-11-23017905 +91-9968291988 (Whatsapp) situationroom@mea.gov.in In addition, the Embassy of India in Tehran, Iran has set up a 24x7 emergency helpline with contact details below For call only : +98 9128109115, +98 9128109109 For WhatsApp: +98 901044557, +98 9015993320, +91 8086871709 Bandar Abbas: +98 9177699036 Zahedan: +98 9396356649 cons.tehran@mea.gov.in
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Harshit Rana Links Up With Team India For First Test In Leeds
Harshit Rana: Fast-bowling all-rounder Harshit Rana has been included in India's squad for the first Test against England to be played at Leeds from Friday (June 20). Rana was part of the Indian squad in England and has been asked to stay back to bolster the senior squad. The Men's Selection Committee has added Harshit Rana to India's squad for the first Test in Leeds against England. Rana, who was a part of the India A squad, has linked up with the team as India begins preparations for the first Test, the BCCI informed in a release on Tuesday night. The Five-match Test series kicks off at Headingley, Leeds, on June 20, 2025. IANS had reported a few days back that Harshit Rana will stay back with the Indian Test team in England. It was confirmed by sources to IANS that Rana, who was with the India A team in England to play two four-day matches against the England Lions and an intra-squad game against the Test team in Beckenham, has been asked to stay back. Rana made his Test debut on last years tour of Australia, where he managed to pick just four wickets at an average of 50.75, with his best figures being 3-48 in Perth. He was not selected for the upcoming five-match series against England as the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee picked Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, and Prasidh Krishna to be in the fast-bowling department alongside Jaspreet Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. Overall, the New Delhi-based Rana averages 27.79 with the ball in 13 first-class cricket games, having taken 48 wickets. He also averages 32.80 with the bat, including hitting a century and two fifties. Rana made his Test debut on last years tour of Australia, where he managed to pick just four wickets at an average of 50.75, with his best figures being 3-48 in Perth. He was not selected for the upcoming five-match series against England as the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee picked Akash Deep, Arshdeep Singh, and Prasidh Krishna to be in the fast-bowling department alongside Jaspreet Bumrah and Mohammed Siraj. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
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Woman Law Student Plants Friend As Help In Rs 30 Lakh Heist In Delhi: Cops
A woman pursuing a law degree allegedly masterminded a theft by planting her friend as a domestic help who fled with Rs 30 lakh just two days after joining a house in northwest Delhi's Model Town, an official said on Tuesday.
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The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved Delhivery's acquisition of Ecom Express and Mahindra & Mahindra's (M&M) acquisition of SML Isuzu. Delhivery will acquire a majority stake in Ecom Express for 1,407 crore, enhancing its logistics solutions for the e-commerce sector. M&M will acquire a 58.
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Indian Army holds Chiefs' Chintan to enhance coordination, future readiness
As a comprehensive operational briefing on Operation SINDOOR including the synergised conduct of Operations with the Indian Air Force and Navy, Chiefs Chintan a structured two-day interaction between the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), General Upendra Dwivedi and former Chiefs of the Army Staffs commenced on Tuesday at New Delhi.
Delhi-NCR residents experienced respite from the scorching summer as heavy rainfall lashed the region on Tuesday, accompanied by strong winds. The downpour led to waterlogging at Indira Gandhi International Airport's Terminal 1, disrupting flight operations and causing diversions.
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved Delhivery's acquisition of a 99.4% stake in Ecom Express for up to Rs 1,407 crore. This deal, announced in April, signifies a major consolidation within India's logistics sector. Delhivery aims to enhance its scale and strengthen its offerings in the competitive express parcel and e-commerce logistics segments through this acquisition.
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As many as 12 flights were diverted at the Delhi airport between 3 pm and 4 pm due to adverse weather conditions, an official said.
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Delhi-NCR experienced heavy rainfall on Tuesday, offering respite from the intense heat. Strong winds and cloudy skies accompanied the downpour, leading to waterlogging at Indira Gandhi International Airport's Terminal 1. Consequently, approximately 12 flights were diverted, and Air India issued a travel advisory due to weather-related disruptions. The IMD has issued a yellow alert for continued thunderstorms and rainfall.
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NEW DELHI, Jun 17: Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat will pay a two-day official visit to Jammu and Kashmir beginning Wednesday, during which he is scheduled to meet Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, official sources said. Shekhawat is also scheduled to visit many ancient temples located in the Union Territory such as Kheer Bhawani Temple, Martand Surya Temple, as well as Pahalgam and Betaab Valley in Anantnag district, they said. His official visit comes nearly two months after the Pahalgam [] The post Shekhawat To Visit J&K On June 18-19, To Meet CM Omar: Sources appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Heavy rains lashed Haryana's Gurugram and other parts of the Delhi-NCR region on Tuesday, bringing relief from the recent scorching heat.
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The CIAL said it received the threat in its official email ID about the flight, which departed for Delhi with 157 passengers and six crew members at 9.31 am.
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The CIAL said it received the threat in its official email ID about the flight, which departed for Delhi with 157 passengers and six crew members at 9.31 am.
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A nine-year-old boy was allegedly slapped, humiliated and verbally abused in public by a garment stall owner and his two employees in southwest Delhi's Sarojini Nagar market, police said on Tuesday.
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Israel will continue to target Irans nuclear programme: Ambassador in India
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Air India cancels six international flights
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NEW DELHI: The Congress on Tuesday accused the Centre of delaying the caste census, saying its intention appears to be to uy time, grab headlines and manage the narrative, and asked the government to be transparent about the exercise. Congress general secretary Sachin Pilot said the objective cannot just be to collect data on an individual's caste but to understand the living conditions of these families and create policies to substantially improve their livelihoods. He said there are doubts about the government's intentions on the caste census and pointed out that the required funding for the census is Rs 10,000 crore whereas the government has allocated only Rs 574 crore. His remarks come a day after a Home Ministry spokesperson made it clear that the census will include caste enumeration , following the Congress' charge that the government notification is silent on the inclusion of caste in the exercise. The demand for a caste census was led by the Congress party, particularly by the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, who has been raising this issue for several years. Due to the party's continuous and forceful demand, the Modi government has yielded and announced a caste census. However, the facts and figures tell a different story, Pilot said at a press conference at the Congress' Indira Bhawan headquarters here on Tuesday. The government plans to start the exercise in 2027, but the required funding for the census is Rs 10,000 crore, whereas the government has allocated only Rs 574 crore, he pointed out. The objective is not just to collect data on an individual's caste but to understand the living conditions of these families and create policies to substantially improve their livelihoods. Without tangible data, no state or central government can implement targeted interventions, which is what we aimed to achieve, he said. Initially, the BJP labelled us as urban naxals and refused to accept these demands and now, sensing the country's mood, they have accepted the proposal in principle, he said. However, there seems to be considerable confusion and dissatisfaction regarding it. Therefore, I urge the government to be clear and transparent, avoiding extended deadlines and inadequate budget allocations, Pilot said. The idea is to accurately assess the status of people living in India, and caste census is the perfect way to do it. Unfortunately, it appears the government's intention is to buy time, grab headlines, and manage the narrative, he said. The BJP on Tuesday alleged that the Congress is carrying out false and misleading propaganda on Census 2027 because its hope of gaining power by creating division in society is falling apart with the Narendra Modi-led government's decision to include caste enumeration in the nationwide exercise. The Home Ministry noted that some misleading information, which stated that there was no mention of caste count in the gazette notification, was being spread and later asserted that the Census 2027 would include caste enumeration. Lambasting the Congress for misleading people with false claims, BJP national spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi alleged that the prime objective of the opposition party by resorting to such a petty act is to create confusion in society and gain power. Since it is witnessing its objective falling apart, the Congress has resorted to spreading falsehood, deception and lies, he told reporters at the BJP headquarters here. Trivedi said the press releases issued by the government had clearly mentioned that along with the census, a socio-economic assessment and caste census would also be conducted. Marred by its myopic view and blurred vision, rather a motivated nefarious vision, however, they (Congress) are unable to see what is categorically explained in the Modi government's decision to conduct the census, he charged. They are running completely false and misleading propaganda because they feel that their hopes are not being fulfilled, the Rajya Sabha MP added. Trivedi alleged that the Congress has always resorted to vote bank politics in the name of caste but did nothing for the backward communities. The party decided to stop the caste census (enumeration) in 1951 and did not allow the Kaka Kalekar Commission report and the Mandal Commission report to be released, he said. With the 'Sabka saath, sabka vishwas' mantra, Trivedi said, the NDA government under Prime Minister Modi's leadership wants to conduct a census with caste enumeration to ensure ecognition of all castes, respect for all castes and upliftment of the most backward castes. On the contrary, the leaders of the Congress and INDI Alliance only want the upliftment of their families by creating division in the society on caste lines, the BJP leader charged. In 2022, our alliance government in Bihar decided to conduct a caste survey in the state, the BJP leader said. Trivedi also raised questions over the Congress government's decision to conduct a fresh caste survey in Karnataka and asked whether the previous survey conducted with an expenditure of Rs 165 crore was erroneous. Pilot claimed that the Modi government is delaying the caste census just as it had done on the women's reservation issue. We say that the government should stop politicising this and work effectively and adopt the 'Telangana model' for caste census at the national level, he said. Look at the intention of the BJP government, where 8-10 thousand crore rupees are spent in conducting the census, the government has allocated only 570 crore rupees in the budget, he said. The government is telling the people that it will conduct caste census, but this thing is missing from the formal notification, Pilot said. The Congress stuck to its allegations even as the BJP hit back at the opposition party, accusing it of carrying out false and misleading propaganda on Census 2027 because its hope of gaining power by creating division in society is falling apart with the government's decision to include caste enumeration in the nationwide exercise. Pilot said the Congress government in Telangana has done the caste survey work in a very good manner. They did not involve government officials but engaged NGOs and technical people for their survey, he said. Caste census is the first step through which we will know the economic and social status of the people, but the Modi government does not seem to have any intention of conducting caste census, he claimed. The idea of the Congress is to have an expansive detailed survey of the conditions in which people live -- access to education, jobs, government schemes and economic situation, to do better policy formulation, Pilot said. The objective of the exercise is not just to get the name and the caste of a person - that I don't think has that much value. The real value is that you understand in what condition they are living, how successful the schemes have been so far, are the targeted budgets and policy programmes reaching the ones that we are intending for, he said. So that's what Mr Gandhi says 'x-ray' of the country. That is what we require to be done and it requires not just government efforts, it requires participation from NGOs, experts in that field. Telangana should be the model adopted by the government, Pilot said. The Congress on Monday had termed the notification for India's 16th census as a damp squib and asserted that the Modi government must adopt the Telangana model for not just caste enumeration but also in bringing out detailed data on socioeconomic parameters caste-wise. The opposition party also said the notification is silent on the inclusion of caste in the exercise and asked whether this is another U-turn by the government. However, an MHA spokesperson had dismissed such claims as misleading. It has already been mentioned in the press releases dated 30 April, 4 June and 15 June 2025 that census will also have caste enumeration, the spokesperson had said.
Uttarakhand CM Dhami meets HM Amit Shah, discusses key development issues
Chief Minister Shri Pushkar Singh Dhami met Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah in New Delhi and discussed various key issues related to the holistic development of the state.
She Scouted Locked Delhi Homes, Used 50 Master Keys To Rob Them, Arrested
A 23-year-old former call centre employee, who turned to burglary, has been arrested for targeting locked houses in upscale areas of southwest Delhi using 50 master keys, an official said on Tuesday.
Govt employee in Presidents Estate held for duping colleague of Rs 24.4 lakh
New Delhi, Jun 17: A government employee posted in the Presidents Estate has been arrested for siphoning Rs 24.4 lakh from his colleagues bank accounts by exploiting the latters lack of familiarity with mobile banking apps, an official said on Tuesday. The accused, Prakash Singh (27), was working in the same department as the 59-year-old victim, Surender Kumar, a chief household assistant in the household section of the Presidents Estate. Prakash used his proximity to the victim, who worked in [] The post Govt employee in Presidents Estate held for duping colleague of Rs 24.4 lakh appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Air India operations disrupted amid post-crash checks, flight cancellations
Several Air India international flights were cancelled on Tuesday, days after a deadly crash involving a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft in Ahmedabad raised serious safety and operational concerns. Among the affected services were Delhi-Dubai (AI 915), Delhi-Vienna (AI 153), Delhi-Paris (AI 143), Ahmedabad-London (AI 159) , Bengaluru-London (AI 133), and London-Amritsar (AI 170). Most of these routes are operated using the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, the same aircraft type involved in the June 12 tragedy that killed 241 people shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. Air India cited operational constraints and additional safety checks for the disruptions. A spokesperson said, We regret the inconvenience and are making alternate travel arrangements, including hotel accommodations, full refunds, or complimentary rescheduling where required. Dreamliner diversions and mid-air turnbacks Amid the cancellations, flight AI 315 from Hong Kong to Delhi was forced to turn back after a technical glitch was detected mid-flight. In another incident, a San Francisco-Mumbai flight (AI 180), which was rerouted through Kolkata due to Pakistani airspace restrictions, was grounded during a scheduled halt at Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport after a technical snag was suspected. All 228 people on board, including 211 passengers, were safely deboarded. Some passengers were accommodated in local hotels, though scenes of confusion were reported at the airport. The Air India flight from San Francisco to Mumbai which suffered a technical snag in one of its engines due to which passengers had to be deplaned during a scheduled halt at the Kolkata airport, Tuesday, June 17, 2025. Paris service suspended due to restrictions at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport Air Indias Delhi-Paris service (AI 143) was also grounded after pre-flight checks revealed an unspecified issue. The airline clarified that, besides the technical matter, the flight was subject to night operation restrictions at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport. As a result, the return leg (AI 142 from Paris to Delhi) scheduled for June 17 was also cancelled. Air India Spokesperson says, Flight AI143 from Delhi to Paris of 17 June has been cancelled. The mandatory pre-flight checks identified an issue which is being presently addressed. However, in view of the flight coming under the restrictions on night operations at Paris Charles ANI (@ANI) June 17, 2025 Ahmedabad-Gatwick flight cancelled Separately, the airline confirmed that its Ahmedabad to London Gatwick flight was cancelled due to aircraft unavailability resulting from airspace restrictions and precautionary checks. It denied media reports that a technical fault had prompted the cancellation. IndiGo flight makes emergency landing in Nagpur In a separate aviation incident on Tuesday, IndiGo flight 6E 2706, en route from Muscat to Delhi via Kochi, made an emergency landing at Nagpur airport following a bomb threat. All passengers were safely deplaned and preliminary checks found nothing suspicious. Authorities are continuing their investigation. Fallout of the June 12 crash The disruptions come in the wake of the June 12 crash of Air India flight AI 171, a Dreamliner service from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, which exploded into flames after plunging into a hostel complex just seconds after takeoff. The crash, which occurred less than 2km from the airport, killed 241 of the 242 people on board and at least 33 people on the ground. A British-Indian man seated in 11A was the sole survivor. The airline has since retired the AI 171 callsign as a mark of respect. The increasing number of cancellations, return-to-base incidents, and emergency checks involving Dreamliners has raised fresh questions about Air Indias long-haul fleet safety and maintenance practices. (With inputs from Agencies) Air India pays moving tribute to Dreamliner crew with heartfelt collage
Delhi High Court grants bail to AIIMS doctor accused of rape
Justice Shalinder Kaur, who was hearing the bail plea of the junior resident doctor, said the woman got more FIRs registered for similar offences against others and some cases, including that of extortion, were also filed against her.
Becoming Norm With Air India: MP Supriya Sule's Flight Delayed By 3 Hours
Underscoring that travellers deserve better, MP Supriya Sule on Tuesday said her Delhi-Pune Air India flight was late by over three hours, and there has been no communication or assistance from the airline.
MHA To Handle Progression Of Ex-Agniveers
New Delhi, Jun 17 : The Union Home Ministry has been tasked to coordinate activities for further progression of ex-Agniveers after their term with the armed forces ends, according to a government notification. The government had amended the Allocation of Business Rules, 1961, by inserting a new point in the second schedule under the Department of States of the Union Home Ministry coordinating activities for further progression of Ex-Agniveers, it said. In June 2022, the government rolled out the Agnipath [] The post MHA To Handle Progression Of Ex-Agniveers appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
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Unfortunately Sometimes You Have To Look At Bigger Picture: Bumrah On Turning Down Test Captaincy
New Delhi: Indias pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has finally broken his silence on why he turned down the opportunity to become Indias next Test captain, despite being the front-runner for the role. In a conversation with Dinesh Karthik for SKY Sports, Bumrah revealed that the Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee had identified him as their first-choice to succeed Rohit Sharma as red-ball skipper. However, the ace fast bowler opted out, citing workload management and long-term fitness concerns. Before Rohit and Virat retired during the IPL, I had spoken to the BCCI about my workloads going forward in a five-Test match series, Bumrah said, referring to the unexpected retirements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli from Test cricket last month. I've spoken to the people who have managed my back. I've spoken to the surgeon as well, who's always spoken to me about how smart you have to be about the workloads. So I did speak to him, and then we came to the conclusion that I have to be a little smarter. Bumrahs back has been a major concern in recent years, with two stress-related injuries keeping him out of action for extended periods. The latest came during the Sydney Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, after which he missed the Champions Trophy and the early stages of the IPL. Despite being India's vice-captain in Tests and having led the side in three matches previouslyone in England and two in AustraliaBumrah made a selfless call to step away from captaincy considerations for the greater good of the team. So then I called the BCCI and said I don't want to be looked at in a leadership role because I won't be able to give all the Test matches in a five-Test match series, he said. Yes, the BCCI was looking at me for leadership. But then I had to say, no, that it's not fair for the team as well, that, you know, a five-Test match series, three matches, somebody else is leading, two matches, somebody else is leading. It's not fair to the team. And I always wanted to put the team first. The BCCI subsequently appointed Shubman Gill as the new Test captain for the upcoming England series. Bumrah, widely regarded as the best fast bowler in the world today, stressed that being available consistently as a player is more valuable than taking on leadership duties that could jeopardize his physical well-being. Even if me being there as a player offers a lot more, just not as a captain. The captaincy is a post, but you always have leaders in the team. And I wanted to do that, Bumrah said. He also acknowledged the emotional weight of his decision: Yeah, captaincy meant a lot. I had worked very hard for it. But unfortunately, sometimes you have to look after the bigger picture. I love cricket more than captaincy. So I want to contribute more as a cricketer and to the Indian team as a player. Then, you know, ambitions are there, but that's how it is. Even if me being there as a player offers a lot more, just not as a captain. The captaincy is a post, but you always have leaders in the team. And I wanted to do that, Bumrah said. Also Read: LIVE Cricket Score Article Source: IANS
Telangana Govt Sets up Helpline In Delhi Amid Escalating Iran-Israel Tensions
The initiative aims to assist and respond swiftly to any concerns related to Telangana residents who may be currently residing or traveling in the affected regions
