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Covid India news Live: Covid vaccine doses administered in India cross 197cr
26 Jun, 2022 | 12:19:16 AM IST
The cumulative number of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in the country crossed 197 crore on Saturday, the Union Health Ministry said. More than 11 lakh vaccine doses have been administered till 7 pm on Saturday, it said. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late night. A total of 1,70,163 precaution doses of COVID-19 vaccine were administered to those aged 18-59 years till 7 pm on Saturday, taking the total precaution doses given in this age group to 48,78,655 so far, according to the Health Ministry data.
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Joe Biden's mission in Europe: Shore up alliance against Russia
US President Joe Biden is out to sustain the global alliance punishing Russia for its invasion of Ukraine as he embarks on a five-day trip to Europe as the four-month-old war shows no sign of abating and its aftershocks to global food and energy supplies are deepening. Biden first joins a meeting of the Group of Seven leading economic powers in the Bavarian Alps of Germany and later travels to Madrid for a summit with leaders of the 30 NATO countries. The visit comes as the global coalition to bolster Ukraine and punish Russia for its aggression has showed signs of fraying amid skyrocketing inflation in food and energy prices caused by the conflict.
Covid: Six more deaths in Delhi, positivity rate 7.8%
Six more deaths were reported due to COVID-19 in Delhi on Saturday while the positivity rate stood at 7.8 per cent, according to data shared by the city health department here. In its latest bulletin, the department said at least 666 fresh coronavirus cases were reported, adding that the data pertained only up to 12:59 PM on June 24, due to "technical issues with the ICMR portal". The number of tests conducted for that period the previous day stood at 8,544, it said.
Norway shaken by attack that kills 2 during Pride festival
A gunman opened fire in Oslo's nightlife district early Saturday, killing two people and leaving more than 20 wounded in what the Norwegian security service called an "Islamist terror act" during the capital's annual LGBTQ Pride festival. Investigators said the suspect, identified as a 42-year-old Norwegian citizen originally from Iran, was arrested after opening fire at three locations in downtown Oslo. Police said two men, one in his 50s and and the other his 60s, died in the shootings.
New Zealand limps to 168-5 and 137-run lead against England
England strangled New Zealand's top order through pace and spin in the second innings to stay in the ascendency three days into the third test at Headingley on Saturday. New Zealand was 168-5 for an overall lead of 137 runs when rain brought an early closure with 17.1 overs remaining in the day. Jamie Overton missed out on a dream hundred in his debut test but Jonny Bairstow's masterful 162 gave England a slender first-innings lead of 31 runs when it was all out for 360 just before lunch.
Bengal reports 235 new COVID-19 cases, two fresh fatalities
West Bengal's COVID-19 tally rose to 20,24,479 on Saturday as 235 more people tested positive for the infection, while two fresh fatalities pushed the state's coronavirus death toll to 21,216, a health bulletin said. The positivity rate climbed slightly to 7.27 per cent from 7.04 per cent on Friday, it said. The number of active cases rose to 3,496 from 3,480 on the previous day, while 217 more people recuperated from the disease, taking the total number of recoveries to 19,99,767, the bulletin said.
Assam logs 43 new COVID-19 cases
Assam's COVID-19 tally rose to 7,24,551 on Saturday as 43 more people tested positive for the infection, a health bulletin said. Kamrup (Metropolitan) district reported the highest number of 32 cases, followed by five each in Kamrup (Rural) and Hojai and one in Nagaon. The number of active cases has risen to 240 from 217 on the previous while five patients were discharged during the day.
Hosting G-20 summit privilege for J-K: Sinha
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha on Saturday said it was a matter of privilege for the Union Territory to host the G-20 summit in 2023 and asserted that the administration would put in every effort to make it a grand event. Jammu and Kashmir will be hosting the 2023 meeting of G-20, an influential grouping that brings together the world's major economies, with the Union Territory administration on Thursday setting up a five-member high-level committee for overall coordination.
Two killed in blast in Pakistan's Balochistan
Two people, including a policeman, were killed and eight others injured in a blast in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province on Saturday. A police official said the blast had taken place near a police station in the Jacobabad area of the province. “Eight others were injured and rushed to a nearby hospital,” he said. According to the initial police report, unidentified assailants hurled a hand grenade in the area shortly after noon.
Cumulative number of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in India crosses 197 crore: Govt
The cumulative number of COVID-19 vaccine doses administered in the country crossed 197 crore on Saturday, the Union Health Ministry said. More than 11 lakh vaccine doses have been administered till 7 pm on Saturday, it said. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late night. A total of 1,70,163 precaution doses of COVID-19 vaccine were administered to those aged 18-59 years till 7 pm on Saturday, taking the total precaution doses given in this age group to 48,78,655 so far, according to the Health Ministry data.
India sends fresh consignment of 3,000 tonnes of wheat to Afghanistan
India on Saturday sent a fresh shipment of 3,000 metric tonnes of wheat to Afghanistan via the Pakistani land route as part of its humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people. With the new consignment, India has completed sending 33,500 metric tonnes of wheat to Afghanistan in partnership with the World Food Programme (WFP). "India sent next shipment of 3000 MTs of wheat today to Afghanistan. Our commitment to provide humanitarian assistance to the Afghan people remains steadfast," External Affairs Ministry Spokesperson Arindam Bagchi tweeted.
Police: 1 slain, 2 wounded in Illinois warehouse shooting
One person has been killed and two others wounded in a shooting Saturday at an automotive interior products warehouse in suburban Chicago. Bolingbrook police responded about 6:25 a.m. to reports of the shooting at the WeatherTech facility, Capt. Anthony Columbus told WLS-TV. The suspected shooter fled the building, but was found about 9:25 a.m. and taken into custody, police said.
LG Mathur stresses on changing Ladakh's tourism model
Stressing on the need to change the existing tourism model, Ladakh Lt Governor R K Mathur on Saturday emphasised that there should be geographical spread of tourism activities for the benefit of rural people. Mathur was speaking at the launch of the homestay incentive items for beneficiaries of Leh district under the new homestay policy. “Homestays will enable in achieving the decentralisation of tourism activities, take us closer to achieving the goal of carbon-neutrality for Ladakh and also improve the standard of cleanliness,” Mathur said.
Under Modi govt, 122 pc rise in disaster management budget allocation, says Shah
Budgetary provisions for disaster management has increased by 122 per cent in the last eight years under the Narendra Modi government, which showed the priority given to it, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Saturday. He chaired a meeting of the Parliamentary Consultative Committee of the Ministry of Home Affairs on the issue of disaster management organised near the Statue of Unity in Kevadia in Narmada district. "Shah informed the members of the committee that the budgetary provision for disaster management has been increased by 122 percent in the last eight years by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, which shows the priority given by Modi towards disaster management," said a government release.
Nashik sees 20 COVID-19 cases, no death; 46 recover
The COVID-19 tally in Nashik reached 4,76,625 on Saturday with the addition of 20 cases, while the death toll remained unchanged at 8,899, an official said. The recovery count increased by 46 during the day to touch 4,67,512, leaving the district with an active caseload of 214, he added.
Man taken into custody over firing incident in Himachal's Hamirpur
Tension prevailed in Bhoranj tehsil of Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur district after a firing incident, police said on Saturday. At least five rounds were fired in a house in Mundkhar Tulsi village Friday night, they said. Ravinder Kumar has been taken into custody for questioning in connection with the incident, Station House Officer of Bhoranj police station Suram Singh.
MP: Three girls killed, 12 injured in lightning strikes in Rewa
Three girls were killed and 12 others injured, three of them critically, in lightning strikes that occurred at five places in Madhya Pradesh's Rewa district on Saturday, an official said. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a yellow alert, warning of thunderstorms with cloud to earth strikes in the state for four more days. Three teenage girls were killed and 12 others injured in lightning strikes reported at five different places in Mauganj tehsil, about 65 km from Rewa district, he said.
Guj police take activist Teesta Setalvad in custody over FIR accusing her of fabricating evidence in 2002 riots cases
The Gujarat Anti Terrorist Squad (ATS) on Saturday evening took activist Teesta Setalvad in custody from Mumbai in connection with an FIR registered against her at the Ahmedabad city crime branch, sources said. Setalvad, on her part, lodged a complaint with Santacruz police station in Mumbai claiming that the "arrest" was illegal and she apprehended a threat to her life. She was being taken to Ahmedabad, sources said. The First Information Report, registered earlier in the day, accused her and former IPS officers R B Sreekumar and Sanjiv Bhatt of forgery and criminal conspiracy to falsely implicate "innocent" people in the 2002 Gujarat riots cases.
Heavy rains, flooding affect over 3.75 million in China's Guangxi
More than 3.75 million residents have been affected by floods and heavy rains that lashed the parts of south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, said local authorities on Saturday. Guangxi has experienced six incidences of heavy rainfall during this year's flood season, with average rainfall recorded at 490.8 millimetres, 1.6 times that recorded in the same period during previous years, Xinhua News Agency reported.
Joe Biden signs bipartisan bill on gun safety into law
US President Joe Biden on Saturday signed into law a bipartisan gun safety bill in order to prevent the access of firearms to dangerous people and to invest in new mental health across the country. "God willing, it's going to save a lot of lives," Biden said at the White House as he finished signing the bill, CNN reported.
India will further strengthen its position in disaster management by 2047: Amit Shah
Noting that India is at the forefront of the world in the field of disaster management, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday asserted that the country will further strengthen its position in this field by the completion of the centenary of independence in 2047. Regarding this, the Ministry of Home Affairs, National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) are making full efforts, Shah said. "The Ministry of Home Affairs, NDMA and NDRF are working diligently to reach this goal," said the Home Minister while chairing a meeting of the Parliamentary Consultative Committee of the Ministry of Home Affairs on 'Disaster Management' in Gujarat's Kevadiya.
Our textile sector will grow to become a $250 billion industry in the next 5 years. 40% of that will be exported. The government supported the industry throughout Covid 19 with 20% additional collateral-free loan and up to 5% interest subvention
- Union Minister Piyush Goyal
DGCA suspends flying operations of two training schools
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation on Saturday ordered to stop flying operations at two flying training schools due to serious safety concerns. The suspended flight training schools are located in Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra respectively. In one case, operations have been stopped till such time the runway is suitable for flying operations. During inspection, it was observed that it had loose gravel and uneven surface and was unsafe for flying.
Another plea in SC challenging Places of Worship Act 1991
Another plea was filed in the Supreme Court challenging the Constitutional validity of certain sections of the Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act 1991, saying that the Act takes away the rights of Hindus, Jains, Buddhists, and Sikhs to restore their 'places of worship and pilgrimages', destroyed by invaders. The PIL filed by former Member of Parliament, Chintamani Malviya stated, "It excludes the birthplace of Lord Rama but includes the birthplace of Lord Krishna, though both are the incarnation of Lord Vishnu, the creator and equally worshipped all over the world."
An encounter has started at Shirmal area of Shopian. Police and security forces are on the job. Further details shall follow: Police.
India's new Ambassador to Nepal arrives in Kathmandu
The new ambassador of India to Nepal, Naveen Srivastava arrived in Kathmandu on Saturday afternoon to take charge of his office. Upon arrival at the Kathmandu's Tribhuwan International Airport, Srivastava was received by Indian Mission's Charge De Affairs, Namgya Khampa along with others. Naveen Srivastava is a career diplomat and he arrived from New Delhi where he was heading the East Asia Division that deals with China, Japan, Korea and Mongolia.
Nepal to cut fuel prices to control inflation
Amid growing public pressure over rising prices of goods and services, the Nepal government on Saturday decided to cut fuel prices substantially, Xinhua reported. The prices of petrol and diesel shall be cut by 20 Nepali rupees (16 US cents) and 29 rupees (23 cents) per litre respectively from Saturday midnight, Minister for industry, commerce and supplies, Dilendra Prasad Badu said. "Due to increasing prices of petroleum products, prices of essential goods have gone up in the market which has heavily affected the general lives of the people," he added.
Fire breaks out at commercial complex in Ahmedabad, 10 children among 50 rescued
A fire broke out at a commercial complex near Parimal Garden in Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Saturday evening, said fire department officials. The fire started on the third floor of the complex which also has a hospital on the fourth floor. According to fire officer Jayesh Khadia, more than 50 persons including 10 children were rescued from the hospital.
ED arrested director of Bangalore based real estate entity Mantri Developers in a case of money laundering
Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has arrested Sushil P Mantri, Director of Bangalore-based real estate entity Mantri Developers Private Limited in connection with the ongoing investigation under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. ED initiated a money-laundering investigation in March 2022 based on an FIR registered at the Subramanyapura Police Station, Bengaluru in the year 2020 against the company and its directors, and many other employees. Many home buyers have filed complaint with the Police as well as with the ED alleging that accused entities/persons are involved in money laundering and have induced the prospective buyers with rosily painted schemes, showing misleading brochures, falsification of delivery time lines and window dressing and collected more than Rs.1000 Crore as advance money from thousands of buyers. However, they have not been given possession of their flats even after passing of 7 to 10 years. During investigation, it was also noticed that the company offered various Ponzi like schemes which was named as Buy-back plan and advance money was collected for the flats/homes. In some cases, the company has not refunded the amount to the buyers even after clear direction of Real Estate Regulatory Authority (RERA).An investigation by ED revealed that the amount so collected from the buyers by the company which was meant for the construction of the projects has been diverted for personal use by the management of the company or for other fraudulent purposes and hence the project is stalled. Currently, the group has total outstanding loans of approx. Rs.5000 Crore from various financial institutions, out of which approx. Rs. 1000 Crore is overdue and some of the loans have been termed as NPA. It was also revealed during the investigation that the company has cross-collateralized its assets to different financial institutions for taking multiple loans on the same assets. Sushil P Mantri has been produced before the Hon’ble Court and the Hon’ble Court has granted ED custody of 10 days.
Teesta Setalvad has been named as an accused along with BR Sreekumar and Sanjiv Bhatt in Gujarat riot case
Somali parliament approves appointment of Hamza Abdi Barre as PM
Somali Parliament on Saturday unanimously approved the appointment of Hamza Abdi Barre as the country's new prime minister. Speaker of the Somali Federal Parliament, Sheikh Aden Mohamed Nur (Madobe) said 220 members who attended the session endorsed Barre who was appointed on June 15 by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. "All 220 Members of Parliament present in the House today responded to the newly appointed prime minister's request for approval and all the parliamentarians voted in favour of Hamza Abdi Barre as the prime minister. No one voted against or abstained. Therefore, he got a vote of confidence," the speaker said after the vote.
IAF conducts flood relief operations in Assam, 253 people rescued till now
Indian Air Force (IAF) is conducting flood relief operations in Assam and Meghalaya, and has rescued 253 stranded persons since June 21. Since then, the IAF has flown around 74 missions, rescued 253 stranded persons and dropped more than 200 tonnes of relief material as part of the humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operation, conducted in aid to the civil administration of the affected areas, according to the IAF. IAF has deployed C-130J Super Hercules, An-32 transport aircraft, Mi-17V5 helicopters, Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) Dhruv and Mi-17 helicopters to provide relief aid and supplies to the people stranded in these areas.
Deadly quake a new blow to Afghans reeling from poverty
Afghanistan's deadly earthquake this week struck one of the poorest corners of a country that has been hollowed out by increasing poverty. Even as more aid arrived Saturday, many residents have no idea how they will rebuild the thousands of homes destroyed in villages strung through the mountains. The quake, which state media says killed at least 1,150 people, hit hardest in a region of high mountains where Paktika and Khost provinces meet by the Pakistani border.
Norwegian security service raises terror alert level after mass shooting, reports AP.
Obtain valid pollution under control certificate or face action: Delhi govt to vehicle owners
The Delhi government on Saturday asked vehicle owners to obtain valid pollution under control certificate (PUCC) to avoid penal actions, including disqualification of their driving licence for three months, in a move to control pollution in the national capital. In a public notice, the Transport department said it will issue challans to those vehicles whose PUCC has expired. The challan will be issued under section 190(2) of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, which states that failure to possess PUCC may lead to imprisonment up to three months or fine up to Rs 10000 or both.
UP LS bypolls: Counting of votes to begin 8 am on Sunday
The counting of votes for the by-elections held to the Rampur and Azamgarh Lok Sabha constituencies will begin at 8 am on Sunday, a senior official said. The bypolls were held on June 23, with Azamgarh recording a voter turnout of 49.43 per cent and Rampur 41.39 per cent. The counting will begin at 8 am on Sunday, said a senior official posted as the office of the chief electoral officer of UP.
Army Guard troops risk dismissal as vaccine deadline looms
Up to 40,000 Army National Guard soldiers across the country — or about 13% of the force — have not yet gotten the mandated COVID-19 vaccine, and as the deadline for shots looms, at least 14,000 of them have flatly refused and could be forced out of the service. Guard soldiers have until Thursday to get the vaccine. According to data obtained by The Associated Press, between 20% to 30% of the Guard soldiers in six states are not vaccinated, and more than 10% in 43 other states still need shots. Guard leaders say states are doing all they can to encourage soldiers to get vaccinated by the time limit.
Congress to hold press conferences in 20 cities on Agnipath on Sunday.
SpiceJet Q400 aircraft was operating flight SG-3724, sector PAT-GAU. During take-off roll, the fuselage door warning light was illuminated. Subsequently, the take-off was rejected and the aircraft returned to bay: SpiceJet Spokesperson
Mehbooba urges youth of J&K to shun militancy
PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti on Saturday appealed to the youth of Kashmir to shun militancy and save their lives, claiming security forces personnel were getting incentives for killing them. "I hear every day that three or four youths have been killed, which means the local recruitment here has increased," Mufti told reporters here. "It is my request to the parents and the children to save their lives because killing you is an incentive for them (security forces). They get money and promotions for that,” she alleged.
Gujarat team seeks Mumbai police aid for probe into Teesta Setalvad's connection to Gujarat riots case
After Supreme Court’s 2002 verdict yesterday, Ahmedabad Crime Branch today summoned former Gujarat DGP RB Shreekumar. Activist Teesta Setalvad has been detained by Gujarat ATS. Gujarat team in Mumbai were at the Santacruz police station seeking assistance from local police for probe into Teesta Setalvad's connection to the Gujarat riots case. The police is verifying the case papers, while Setalvad is currently at her residence in Santacruz.
Suspected terror-linked shooting in Oslo kills 2, wounds 10
A gunman opened fire in Oslo's night-life district early Saturday, killing two people and leaving 10 seriously wounded in what police are investigating as a possible terrorist attack during the Norwegian capital's annual Pride festival. Investigators said the suspect, identified as a 42-year-old Norwegian citizen originally from Iran, was arrested after opening fire at three locations in downtown Oslo. While the motive was unclear, organisers of Oslo Pride canceled a parade that was set for Saturday as the highlight of a weeklong festival.
Migrant Kashmiri pandit employees continue to protest for their relocation outside of Valley
Hundreds of migrant Kashmiri pandit employees on Saturday staged another demonstration here urging Lieutenant Governor Manoj Singh-led administration to accept their demand to relocate them outside of Valley. The protesters assembled under the banner of 'All Migrant Employees Association Kashmir' outside the Jammu Press Club and said that they reject the government's proposal to relocate pandits in safe zones within the valley.
Government extends GST compensation cess levy till March 2026
The Union Finance Ministry has notified the goods and services tax (GST) compensation cess extension till March 2026. The compensation cess will continue to be levied from July 1, 2022, to March 31, 2026, as per a new notification 'the Goods and Services Tax (Period of Levy and Collection of Cess) Rules, 2022,' issued by the ministry of finance. The levy of cess was to end on June 30.
NTC Group unveils two new businesses - Boxory Logistics, Cargonix Xpress
Diversified business conglomerate NTC Group under its flagship company NTC Logistics has unveiled two new verticals -- Boxory Logistics Pvt Ltd and Cargonix Xpress Pvt Ltd -- as part of consolidating its operations in the country, an official said on Saturday. Boxory Logistics would focus on freight services like air freight, multi-city transportation, warehousing, while Cargonix Xpress would be focused on same day delivery, milk run among others.
Army holds seminar on Agnipath for youth in J-K's Poonch
The Army on Saturday organised an awareness programme in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district to educate the youths about the Agnipath scheme. The scheme under which youths of 17.5 to 23 years of age will be recruited in the Army, the Air Force and the Navy on a four-year contract has triggered violent protests across the country. It was introduced by the Centre last week.The Army on Saturday organised an awareness programme in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch district to educate the youths about the Agnipath scheme. The scheme under which youths of 17.5 to 23 years of age will be recruited in the Army, the Air Force and the Navy on a four-year contract has triggered violent protests across the country. It was introduced by the Centre last week.
Our jobs are put on sale: Mehbooba Mufti
J&K | Our land is prioritized & given to security forces first. All small-big contracts are being given to outsiders including Jammu AIIMS, and Kashmir AIIMS. All methods to disempower J&K people are being used: PDP Chief, Mehbooba Mufti
Ukraine says Russia aiming to drag Belarus into war
Ukraine's intelligence service says Russia is aiming to drag Belarus into the war, after missiles were fired from Belarusian territory into a northern border region.
Security situation in Kashmir under control: Senior Army officer
The overall security situation in the Kashmir valley is better and "very much under control", and attacks on soft targets are taking place as terrorists are under pressure and have been pushed to the wall, a senior Army officer said on Saturday. "The situation is better. There is nothing to worry," the officer, who did not wish to be identified, said.
Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina inaugurated the country's longest 'Padma Bridge', earlier today
Dhaka, Bangladesh | PM Sheikh Hasina inaugurated the country's longest 'Padma Bridge', earlier today It'll connect… https://t.co/r3fMgi73yt
— ANI (@ANI) 1656151057000Maharashtra: Thane records 978 new COVID-19 cases; active tally at 5,634
As many as 978 new cases of coronavirus have been detected in Maharashtra's Thane district, taking the tally of infections to 7,23,782, a health official said on Saturday. With the addition of the latest cases on Friday, the district currently has 5,634 active cases, he said.
Over 65% of the youngsters between the 15-18 age group are now fully vaccinated against Covid: Govt
62 new Covid cases in Odisha
Odisha recorded 62 new COVID-19 cases on Saturday, taking the tally to 12,89,191, the Health Department said. The toll remained at 9,126 as there were no fresh deaths. There are 410 active COVID-19 cases in the state at present.
Arvind Kejriwal in Himachal Pradesh
We don't know politics. We're not here to do politics. Our journey started from Anna movement&then we formed a party. We vowed to eliminate corruption from the country. 1st, we ended corruption in Delhi & then initiated it in Punjab: Delhi CM-AAP national convener Arvind Kejriwal
NDA Prez poll nominee Droupadi Murmu calls JMM leader and Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren seeking support for her candidature
Protests expected as G-7 leaders set to arrive in Germany
Tens of thousands of protesters are expected to gather in Munich on Saturday as the Group of Seven leading economic powers hold their annual gathering in the Bavarian Alps in Germany, which holds the G-7's rotating presidency this year. Police were expecting at least 20,000 protesters in the Bavarian city, the German news agency dpa reported. Fifteen groups critical of globalization, from Attac to the environmental organisation WWF, will participate in the demonstrations.
Mild tremors felt in Karnataka
Mild tremors were felt in many parts of Sullia taluk in Dakshina Kannada (DK) district on Saturday morning, official sources said. Several residents of Sullia said they experienced mild tremors at around 9.10 am. They said a loud sound was heard when the earth shook for about 45 seconds.
Massive searches carried out along International Border ahead of Amarnath Yatra
Security forces on Saturday carried out a massive search operation along the International Border (IB) in Jammu and Kashmir to detect cross-border tunnels and prevent any infiltration attempts by terrorists during the Amarnath Yatra, officials said. The search operation was jointly carried out by Police, CRPF, and BSF in the forward villages in Samba, Kathua, and Jammu districts, the officials said.
Missiles fired from Belarus toward Chernigiv border region: Ukrainian army
Unprecedented security arrangements for yatra as higher threat perception this year: Officials
Security forces have made unprecedented security arrangements for Amarnath yatra as it apprehends a higher threat perception to the pilgrims this year, a senior Army official said on Saturday. The Army officer, who did not wish to be identified, said security personnel three to four times more in strength have been deployed around the yatra as there's a credible intelligence of a likely militant strike.
"Unprecedented hike in flight charges from gulf countries to India"
CPI(M) Rajya Sabha MP from Kerala Dr V Sivadasan writes to Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia regarding "… https://t.co/jbJJzqUXAw
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