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PM Narendra Modi departs for South Africa for BRICS summit

Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi departs for Johannesburg, South Africa.

He is visiting South Africa from 22-24 August at the invitation of President Cyril Ramaphosa to attend the 15th BRICS Summit being held in Johannesburg under the South African Chairmanship.

BSF, NCB carry search at border village in Bengal's Coochbehar

West Bengal | Based on credible inputs, 75 Battalion BSF along with Narcotic Control Bureau Zonal Headquarters Kolkata launched a special joint operation at a border village in Coochbehar on Aug 20. During the search, 1 country made Pistol with two 8mm live rounds, 2200 Yaba tablets worth Rs 11,00,000, 100 bottles of prohibited cough syrup worth Rs 18,680 and Indian currency Rs 43,76,000 was recovered from the suspected house near the Indo-Bangladesh border. The seized items are under the custody of NCB for further legal action: BSF

BRICS pursuing a strong cooperation agenda and has become a platform for discussing issues of concern for the entire Global South, including development imperatives and reform of the multilateral system: PM Modi ahead of visiting South Africa to attend BRICS meeting

This Summit will provide a useful opportunity for BRICS to identify future areas of cooperation and review institutional development: PM Modi ahead of visiting South Africa to attend BRICS meeting

Nilesh Desai, Director of Space Applications Centre-ISRO, Ahemdabad speaks on Chandrayaan-3 landing

"The lander will try to land on the Moon's surface from a height of 30 km on August 23, and its velocity at that time will be 1.68 km/sec. Our focus will be on reducing that speed because Moon's gravitational force will also play its part. If we don't control that speed, there will be chances of crash landing. If any health parameter (of the lander module) is found abnormal on August 23, then we will postpone the landing to August 27," says Nilesh Desai, Director of Space Applications Centre-ISRO, Ahemdabad on Chandrayaan-3.

DCW chief Swati Maliwal continues her 'dharna' outside Delhi Hospital

15th BRICS Summit: Chinese President Xi Jinping reaches Johannesburg

Kerala | The largest marine aquarium in the state, 'Marine World' attracts visitors in large numbers

Infiltration bid foiled, two terrorists killed along LoC in J-K's Balakote

Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Qamar Mohsin Shaikh, PM Narendra Modi's rakhi sister makes rakhi for the PM herself

US: FDA approves first vaccine to protect newborns from Respiratory Syncytial Virus

Donald Trump, co-defendants face Friday surrender deadline in Georgia election case

Agartala: Tripura police yesterday seized 1.3 kg heroin valued at Rs 10 crore and arrested three drug peddlers

Acting on secret information, we laid a checkpoint at Churaibari in the north Tripura district and intercepted the vehicle and recovered 1.3 kg of heroin, which was kept in soap cases: Bhanupada Chakraborty, SP, North Tripura

Sunny Deol attends special screening of his movie 'Gadar 2' in London

SP Rural Jammu, Rahul Charak says, "We received information about a suspicious object lying near the highway. Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS) was called and an IED was found. The IED has been destroyed by the team. Further investigation is underway."

US official Lee Satterfield to visit India today to attend G20 Culture Ministers' Meeting in Varanasi

A Coimbatore-based miniature artist designs a 1.5-inch tall model of Chandrayaan-3 using 4 grams of gold

Panaji, Goa: National Senior Citizens Day celebrated by Goa Police in Mapusa. Goa CM Pramod Sawant attended the celebrations.

Panaji: Goa CM Pramod Sawant says, "...All the senior citizens of the district were called here. A health check-up was organized...An entertainment program was also organised...The felicitation of the senior citizens for their contribution was also done...I am congratulating my entire Police Department for doing this National Senior Citizens Day and taking care of all the senior citizens in the state of Goa."

Delhi government official rape case | The woman - wife of the accused - has been sent to judicial custody.

An improvised explosive device (IED) planted by suspected terrorists on the Jammu-Srinagar National highway was detected and defused by security personnel on the outskirts of Jammu capital city on Monday night, thereby averting a major tragedy.

Lalu Prasad Yadav, his wife Rabri Devi garland the statue of his mother Marachhiya Devi at Marachhiya Chowk in Gopalganj, Bihar

Locals in Varanasi perform 'hawan' for successful landing of Chandrayaan-3

Punjab | Farmers, under the aegis of Bhartiya Kisan Ekta, sit outside Longowal Police station in Sangrur over several of their demands

Passenger on IndiGo Mumbai-Ranchi flight vomits blood, declared dead in Nagpur hospital

Maharashtra | "A 62-year-old male passenger was suffering from CKD (Chronic Kidney Disease) & tuberculosis and omitted a large amount of blood in an aircraft (going from Mumbai to Ranchi) and was brought dead. Body was taken to GMCH in KIMS Kingsway Hospitals Ambulance for further procedures," Aejaz Shami, DGM-Branding & Communications, KIMS Kingsway Hospitals says

IndiGo issues a press statement, "IndiGo flight 6E 5093, operating from Mumbai to Ranchi was diverted to Nagpur due to a medical emergency on board. The passenger was offloaded and was rushed to the hospital for further medical assistance. Unfortunately, the passenger did not survive. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones."

Japanese PM announces release of Fukushima nuclear plant water on Aug 24

Madurai bench of the Madras High Court has directed the state govt to file detailed counter affidavits on petitions filed by Arunkumar, one of the victims of the Ambasamudram custodial torture case

Arunkumar filed a petition stating that the Police brutally assaulted him by filing a false case and illegally detaining him at Ambasamudram police station. The case is currently being investigated by the CBCID police.

3.6 crore voters in Telangana according to draft voter list; over 8 lakh new voters added

Rahul Gandhi with Army veterans in Leh

Heavy security deployment at Mohali border as farmers announce protest march towards Chandigarh to demand compensation for flood damage

Ministry of Finance acknowledges "global and regional uncertainties, domestic disruptions may keep inflationary pressures elevated for the coming months"

DCW chief Swati Maliwal's 'dharna' ends, leaves Delhi hospital

Chairperson, Delhi Commission for Women Swati Maliwal says, "It's been more than 24 hours and they haven't let me meet the victim or her mother. Delhi police are the police of goons. They are not able to arrest the rapists. I wanted to meet the girl to understand that she is not going through any pressure. I wanted to make out compensation and legal aid. But Delhi police aren't allowing it. It's shameful for Delhi Police who have the work to give security to women doing hooliganism. But we have issued notice for Delhi police...I have got two important phone calls right now. In two different localities of Delhi, two major crimes have happened, and victims are waiting for me. But I'll come back and meet the victim and her mother..."

Additional 2 lakh tonne onion procurement from farmers starts in Maharashtra

Astronomer and professor, Dr RC Kapoor speaks on he Chandrayaan-3 mission

Bengaluru: On the Chandrayaan-3 mission, Astronomer, Professor, Dr RC Kapoor says, "The Lander and the Rover are presently revolving in the pre-landing orbit of the Moon. These (Lander and Rover) have been prepared by examining the situation of the previous time. The algorithm has been made bug-free. Apart from this, the leg mechanism which is a major part of the Lander's design has also been made stronger..."

A scuffle breaks out between farmer associations and Police in Mandya

Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Keshav Prasad Maurya says, "This is a matter of pride for India. As a result of the hard work of our scientists, Chandrayaan-3 is in the last stage of the landing process. The entire nation is praying, I firmly believe that the prayers will show the result and Chandrayaan-3 will hoist the tricolour on the moon."

Chennai: Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin attends 'Chennai Neighbourhood Page Photo Exhibition' on the occassion of Madras Day

PM Modi’s Johannesburg visit will “boost India, South Africa economic ties”: Indian diaspora member

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey organises a havan at Chandramauleshwar Shiv Mandir in Mumbai for the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3

Felling of 6,000 trees in Jim Corbett Park: Why not CBI inquiry, asks Uttarakhand High Court

Africa an important partner in India’s rise as economic power: Sherpa for 15th BRICS Summit

Kolkata Police says, "A case has been registered at Jadavpur Police Station in Kolkata on the complaint lodged by LoP and BJP MLA Suvendu Adhikari. Yesterday, notice was sent to him by Jadavpur PS to furnish further details related to his complaint to the IO of the aforementioned case at the earliest."

Clashes broke out between two groups during Mahaviri Yatra in Bihar's Motihari on the occasion of Nag Panchami

Uttar Pradesh | Havan being performed at Shri Math Baghambari Gaddi in Prayagraj for the successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the moon, on August 23

Punjab | Police force deployed in the area around Longowal Police station in Sangrur as farmers sit here on protest over several of their demands, including compensation for damaged crops

Be it Congress or BJP govt, our duty is to support them (scientists): Sanjau Raut on Chandrayaan-3

Centre has decided to purchase 2 lakh metric tons of onion: Fadnavis

Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis tweets, "Today, I had a telephonic conversation with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Minister Piyush Goyal from Japan. Centre has decided to purchase 2 lakh metric tons of onion. Centre has announced that for the interest of onion growers of Maharashtra, special purchase centres will be set up in Nashik and Ahmednagar. Onions will be purchased at Rs 2410 per quintal here. This will be huge relief for the onion growers of our state."

Director General Indian Coast Guard Rakesh Pal visited Mumbai from 17-19 August to review operational preparedness and infrastructure development post taking over the helm of maritime force

During his maiden visit, he conducted a comprehensive assessment of the operational readiness of the Indian Coast Guard units stationed in the Coast Guard Region (West) and Coast Guard Region (North West). He also reviewed overall ‘Operational’ preparedness and progress on the Infrastructure Development works of Western Seaboard: ICG officials

Samajwadi Party (SP) MP S T Hasan prays for safe landing of Chandrayaan-3

Samajwadi Party (SP) MP S T Hasan says, "We have all hopes from the Almighty that our Chandrayaan Mission will be very successful. I congratulate our scientists in advance that they are about to achieve something huge. You saw that Russia's mission failed recently. We hope that we will succeed and our scientists will bring laurels for India."

"NCCF and NAFED started the sale of onions at subsidised rate of Rs 25 per kg to consumers across the country yesterday. Today, a further boost will be given," says Union minister Piyush Goyal at a press conference in Delhi

"Both consumers and farmers are precious for us. I urge the farmers to not worry, and sell their produce at good price."

Former Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia was produced in Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court in connection with excise policy scam case earlier today

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar plants a sapling at Sainik School in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan

ED raids premises of MLA A C Moideen, others in Kerala in Rs 100 cr cooperative bank "fraud" linked money laundering case: Officials

The world is looking at India today, says seer Jagadguru Paramhans Acharya over Chnadrayaan-3 landing

"It is a proud moment for the country and is definitely going to create a new history. The world is looking at India today," says seer Jagadguru Paramhans Acharya, Peethadheeshwar of Tapasvi Cantonment, ahead of the scheduled landing of Chandrayaan-3 on Moon's lunar surface tomorrow.

"Mahatma Gandhi once said 'there is enough in this world, but not enough for everyone's greed'. This divide between need and greed is sustainable," says BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad at Sustainability Summit 2023 in Delhi

AAP spokesperson Priyanka Kakkar on Delhi govt official 'raping' minor

"We pray that our scientists reach great heights," says Iqbal Ansari, former petitioner in Babri Masjid, ahead of the scheduled landing of Chandrayaan-3 on Moon's lunar surface tomorrow.

Chandrayaan-3 mission is on schedule: ISRO

"Based on the lessons we learnt from Chandrayaan-2, a lot of modifications have been incorporated in Chandrayaan-3," says former ISRO chairman K Sivan.

"The objective of Chandrayaan-3 is to soft land in the southern polar region (of the Moon) and to carry out experiments there. The Chandrayaan-3 was configured with this objective, similar to Chandrayaan-2, except that the orbiter in Chandrayaan-2 is replaced by a propulsion module, otherwise it is almost the same," K Sivan said.

Chandrayaan-3 mission: The Mission Operations Complex is buzzing with energy and excitement: ISRO

CBI case related to excise policy adjourned for September 20 by Rouse Avenue Court. The court directed to give copies of the documents related to the charge sheet to all the accused

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court allows AAP leader and former Delhi Deputy CM Manish Sisodia's application to release money from MLA fund for development Sisodia's lawyer told the court that earlier also the court had allowed the application in regard to the release of money from the MLA's fund. Manish Sisodia's application was not opposed by the CBI. Manish Sisodia had filed an application in the court seeking court permission in regard to the release of money from the MLA fund for development.

Delhi government will try to appoint the best lawyer and make sure that the culprit gets the appropriate punishment: Saurabh Bahrdwaj on Delhi govt official rape case

Uttar Pradesh to live telecast 'Chandrayaan-3' landing in all state-run schools

West Bengal BJP MLAs raise slogans and protest outside the State Assembly in Kolkata, over Jadavpur University student death case

Digital screens showing PM Modi put up near Convention Centre in Johannesburg where BRICS Summit will begin today

Russian Foreign Minister arrives at BRICS Summit in South Africa

Security arrangements made near Convention Centre where BRICS Summit will begin today

BJP to kick-start 4 'Parivartan Yatra's' in poll-bound Rajasthan from next month

Delhi: On the Chandrayaan-3 mission, MoS V Muraleedharan says, "It will be a proud moment for every India...India has reached a stage where it can send its own instrument to the Moon...I am waiting to see Vikram land on the surface of the Moon..."

Harish Rawat on Delhi government official rape case

On Delhi government official rape case, Senior Congress leader Harish Rawat says, "I hope police perform their duties with complete devotion. The country is seeing how the Delhi Police perform their work. On one side, there is the sin of a Delhi government official and the Delhi Police is on the other side. The girl is a victim and she must be protected. Society should come forward to support her family."

Supreme Court sets aside Kerala High Court order suspending the trial court conviction of Lakshadweep MP Mohammed Faizal and asks the High Court to hear it afresh and reconsider it again in six weeks.

"Smooth Sailing" says ISRO as Chandrayaan-3 Vikram lander gets closer to the Moon

Harish rawat on Chandrayaan -3 mission

Delhi: Chandrayaan-3 mission, Senior Congress leader Harish Rawat says, "With the whole nation, we are also waiting for this great moment. And we pray to God that the dream of our space scientists comes true. And this results in the welfare of humanity. We should also remember the visionary Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru who established the ISRO and laid the foundation for today’s achievements."

Ivory possession case; Kerala HC rejects govt's plea, orders actor Mohanlal to face trial

“Chandrayaan-3 landing will definitely be successful”: Indian Institute of Astrophysics director Annapurni Subramaniam

Karnataka | A Police complaint has been filed against actor Prakash Raj for his tweet on Chandrayaan-3 mission

Hindu organisations' leaders filed a complaint against him at Banahatti police station of Bagalkote district and demanded action.

On the Chandrayaan-3 mission, Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal says, "This is an extremely happy moment for the country that Chandrayaan-3 will be landing tomorrow. I pray to god for its successful landing. The entire country is eagerly waiting for it. "

Arsenal reduced to 10 players, survive Crystal Palace challenge to seal 1-0 victory

As CM Arvind Kejriwal dedicates five new mohalla clinics to Delhi, he says, "The doctors and staff in all our mohalla clinics are very good. They have won the hearts of people...11 mohalla clinics are functioning in Greater Kailash..."

Bangladeshi woman claims man from Noida fled after marrying her

Members of Cauvery Rights Retrieval Committee held a demonstration in Tamil Nadu's Thanjavur earlier today

Congress leader and former diplomat Mani Shankar Aiyar bats for a resumption of dialogue with Pakistan, saying that so long as that country is an "albatross around our necks'', India will not be able to take its due place in the world.

Seoul, South Korea | Deputy National Security Advisor Vikram Misri called on Foreign Minister Park Jin of the Republic of Korea

Both reiterated the strong desire to further strengthen and enhance multifaceted bilateral relations. Foreign Minister Park mentioned that President Yoon is looking forward to his first visit to India to participate in the G20 Summit in September and the bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Modi. Both agreed that Critical and Emerging Technologies is an area where both countries can enhance collaborations. Deputy NSA Misri is in Seoul for the Fourth India- RoK Strategic Dialogue at the Deputy NSA- level.

South Africa: 3-D image of Swami Narayan Mandir in Johannesburg, will be showcased by Indian community before PM Modi

Kolkata: On Jadavpur student death case, West Bengal BJP MLA & general secretary Agnimitra Paul says, "...CM Mamata Banerjee knows everything because CPM and 'Ultra CPM' are with the TMC...Mamata Banerjee wants to take political advantage...

History has been created by India's experts and scientists: Scindia on Chandrayaan-3

Jitan Ram Manjhi demands lifting of liquor ban in Bihar

Former Bihar CM Jitan Ram Manjhi demands lifting of liquor ban in the state. "Five lakh people have been jailed, out of which 3.5 lakh are labourers who may have consumed little liquor after a day's work. We don't want such a law," says Manjhi.

Thailand parliament elects Srettha Thavisin as PM

Fire at chemical factory in Haryana's Sonipat

A massive fire broke out in a chemical factory located in industrial area of Haryana's Sonipat district. Many fire engines from different stations have been rushed to the spot to douse the flames.

DCW's Maliwal writes to Amit Shah, alleges not allowed to meet Delhi minor rape victim

DCW chief Swati Maliwal has written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah in that matter of a Delhi govt officer accused of raping a minor girl where she said she hasn't bene allowed to meet the victim. Maliwal, in her letter has also said that the medical treatment of the girl should be done in AIIMS or a team from AIIMS should see her and an inquiry should be conducted on delay in arrest of the accused. (PTI)

FIDE World Cup final begins with R Praggnanandhaa against Magnus Carlsen

Final of the FIDE World Cup begins with Indian chess grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa playing against world champion Magnus Carlsen

African Union suspends Niger from all activities, institutions until constitutional order is restored

African Union says it is suspending Niger from all activities and institutions until constitutional order is restored, AP reported.

PM Modi lands in South Africa's Johannesburg for BRICS Summit

Manipur governor convenes Assembly session on August 29

Jadavpur death opened our eyes, starting helpline to counter ragging: Mamata

Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee has said that the state govt will open a helpline number to counter incidents of ragging amid the death of a student in Jadavpur University campus. On a different note, Banerjee also accused the ruling BJP and said PM speaks of taking along everybody, but targets opposition-ruled states.

Stalin invites MLAs, MPs to inaugurate 'Chief Minister Breakfast Scheme' for govt schools

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin invites all MLAs and MPs to inaugurate the 'Chief Minister Breakfast Scheme' for the Government School students in all constituencies of the state.

IMD predicts heavy to very-heavy rainfall over U'khand, Himachal, parts of UP, Bihar

India Meteorological Department said that heavy to very heavy rainfall spell is likely over Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, northern parts of Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and over Sub-Himalayan West Bengal-Sikkim and Northeast India during next 3-4 days.

Court sends suspended Delhi officer Premoday Khakha accused of raping a minor to 1-day judicial custody

Rajasthan to get fifth tiger reserve as NTCA accords approval to Dholpur-Karauli Reserve

First game of the FIDE World Cup final between Praggnanandhaa and Magnus Carlsen ends in draw after 35 moves

Praggnanandhaa says will rest and come back hard for second game with Carlsen

PM Modi attends BRICS Business Forum in Johannesburg, South Africa

Tejashwi Yadav slams BJP on remark over Bihar's law and order

BJP should go to Uttar Pradesh and see what is happening there. We are doing our work, their job is to criticise, says Bihar deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav.

PM Modi addresses the BRICS Business Forum Leaders' Dialogue in Johannesburg, says India growing in economy

With mission mode reforms, ease of doing business has improved: PM Modi

India has world's 3rd largest startup ecosytem; there are over 100 unicorns. In 2009, when the first BRICS summit was held, the world was coming out of a big economic crisis. At that time, BRICS had emerged as a ray of hope for the world economy, said PM Modi.