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'The transfer of INS Kirpan to the Vietnam People’s Navy resonates with India’s G20 vision of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam': Navy chief

"It is a matter of great honour for me to be a part of the handing over ceremony of one of the finest and longest-serving warships of the Indian Navy – Kirpan, to the esteemed Vietnam People’s Navy. On behalf of the Indian Navy, it is my privilege to extend a warm welcome to all the distinguished guests present here. The transfer of Kirpan to the Vietnam People’s Navy resonates with India’s G20 vision of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam – One Earth, One Family, One Future": Indian Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel chairs meeting to review rainfall situation

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel chairs a meeting to review the situation in the state following incessant rainfall.

Smuggled high-end premium watches recovered in Mumbai

Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Mumbai zonal Unit arrested a person and recovered more than 30 smuggled high-end premium watches of foreign origin from his residence. Most of these watches are limited edition watches of exceptionally high value. The total market value of all the watches is estimated at more than Rs 30 Crores. Import of watches by individuals through the baggage attracts 38.5 % of Customs duties as per Baggage Rules, which was evaded by the said individual: DRI.

Himachal Rains: Losses amount to Rs 8,000 crore, says state PWD Minister

Himachal Pradesh PWD Minister Vikramaditya Singh says, "I have spoken to PM, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari and they have assured to provide Rs 300 crore as immediate relief. The state has suffered a loss of around 8,000 crore. Many roads and bridges have been damaged. I request the central government to provide assistance to Himachal Pradesh at the earliest."

INS Kirpan decommissioned, handed over to Vietnam

On completing 32 years of illustrious service to the nation, Indian Naval Ship Kirpan has been decommissioned from the Indian Navy and Handed Over to Vietnam People’s Navy (VPN) today at Cam Ranh, Vietnam: Indian Navy.

The Decommissioning and Handing Over Ceremony of INS Kirpan to VPN was presided over by Adm R Hari Kumar, Chief of Naval Staff, Indian Navy and Rear Adm Pham Manh Hung, Deputy Commander-in-Chief and Chief of Staff, VPN.

Flood-like situation in Gujarat's Junagadh

Gujarat: "Junagadh received heavy rainfall today...Water in large amounts has entered the city...The people are safe, however, NDRF and SDRF teams are deployed there...," says Gujarat Minister Raghavji Patel on flood-like situation in the city.

Delhi Police launch campaign against Chinese manjha (kite string)

Delhi Police under the direction of Commissioner of Police (CP) Sanjay Arora launched a campaign against Chinese manjha (kite string) and conducted searches across all districts of Delhi. 120 Chinese manjha rolls were seized and legal action was taken against 44 persons. CP has given instructions to DCPs and action taken is being monitored to ensure strict action on the ground: Delhi Police.

Severe water-logging in Maharashtra's Bhiwandi

Maharashtra: Severe water-logging in Bhiwandi following heavy rainfall in the area.

Rescue operation underway in Maharashtra's Yavatmal

Maharashtra: Rescue operation underway by Indian Air Force in Yavatmal as several people are stranded in Anand Nagar village due to a flood in the area following incessant rainfall.

Nandini milk price hike not before Cabinet yet, says CM Siddaramaiah

"Milk price matter hasstill not come up beforethe Cabinet. They (KMF) have asked to raise the price, but I am waiting for it to come up in theCabinet. After that, we will take a decision," says Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah on Nandini milk price hike.

NIA makes arrests in connection with the Tiriya encounter case in Chhattisgarh

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) yesterday arrested two persons in connection with the CPI (Maoist) attack on security forces, in which six Maoists and one civilian were killed near Tiriya village in Chhattisgarh in 2019: NIA.

The duo, including a woman, were nabbed after extensive investigations and search operations, taking the total number of arrests in the Tiriya encounter case (also known as the RK Dairy case) to six: NIA. (ANI)

Manipur violence: Jharkhand CM writes to President

"I have written a letter to President Murmu over the Manipur situation," says Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren.

IMD issues 'orange' alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in some Maharashtra districts

Maharashtra | IMD issues 'orange' alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places for Palghar, Thane, Raigad, Ratnagiri, and Sindhudurg districts for tomorrow.

IAS officer Ranu Sahu arrested in money laundering case

"IAS officer Ranu Sahu, who has also been the collector of Raigad, has been arrested over a money laundering case. Investigation is currently underway to find more about the case," says ED advocate Saurabh Pandey on arrest of IAS officer Ranu Sahu in alleged coal levy case in Chhattisgarh's Raipur.

UNAU students forum protests Manipur incident at Delhi's Jantar Mantar

UNAU students forum organise a protest at Delhi's Jantar Mantar over the Manipur incident.

Exemption not new, have right as per selection policy, says IOA member

"Exemption is not a new thing. We have the right to exempt in the selection policy. Good players from whom we expect gold or silver medal, can be exempted. This is as per our selection policy," says Indian Olympic Association Ad-hoc committee member Bhupender Singh Bajwa.

Flights to and from Mangaluru affected due to heavy rains and poor visibility

Dur to heavy rains and poor visibility, A flight from Bengaluru flying to Mangaluru (BLR-IXE) was diverted to Kannur international airport (CNN). Another flight from Mumbai to Mangaluru ( BOM-IXE) was also diverted to BLR due to bad weather, spokesperson for Mangalore International Airport stated.

Yavatmal's Mahagaon sees heavy rains resulting in floods, 2 die in house collapse

Yavatmal's Mahagaon saw heavy rains resulting in floods.

"People trapped will be rescued by Air Force helicopter, rescue will start after the weather improves. 2 people have died after the walls of their house collapsed in Yavatmal district. Rescue operation underway by SDRF in five different places: Amol Yedge, Collector, Yavatmal. (PTI)

Cloudburst causes flood-like situation in Jammu & Kashmir's Doda

Cloudburst causes flood-like situation in J&K's Doda."We have rescued one person. We appeal to people to not come out of their houses," says SP Bhaderwah Vinod Sharma

Tihar Jail administration suspends four officers in Yasin Malik case

3 more bodies recovered by NDRF in Maharashtra's Raigad Irshalgad landslide, toll at 26

Raigad Irshalgad landslide | 3 more bodies have been recovered by NDRF. One male and two female bodies were recovered. Death toll rises to 26. (25 locals and 1 firefighter): Raigad Police officials

Bangladesh score 223-4 against India in 3rd women's ODI in Mirpur

Bangladesh score 223-4 against India in 3rd women's ODI in Mirpur.

Protests erupts in Ghari Makha Leikai area of Imphal

Punjab CM flags off 3rd and 4th batch of principals for training programme in Singapore

Mumbai bizman receives threat call from Bishnoi gang demanding Rs 20 lakh

A Mumbai-based businessman received a threat call from Lawrence Bishnoi's gang, demanding Rs 20 lakhs. Dindoshi Police Station in Malad has registered an FIR in the case.

Decision with right vision and policies leads to fruitful results, NITI Aayog report on poverty is proof: PM

When decisions are taken with the right vision, and when right policies are made, it leads to fruitful results. A proof of this is Niti Aayog's report which stated that within five years, 13 crore Indians moved out of poverty: PM Modi

July 22, a historic day for the new recruits to receive joining letters

"On July 22, 1947, the national flag was adopted by the Constituent Assembly. On this historic day, new recruits are receiving joining letters. This is an inspiration," says PM Modi while addressing Rozgar Mela.

PM Modi virtually addresses at the Rozgar Mela

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, says "During the 'Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav', when the country is working on the path of development, it is a great honour to get the opportunity to work as a government employee. The people of this country have taken the resolution to make India a developed country. The next 25 years are very important for India"

PM distributes more than 70,000 appointment letters under Rozgar Mela through video conferencing.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi distributes more than 70,000 appointment letters to newly inducted recruits in Government departments and organisations, under Rozgar Mela through video conferencing.

Flood victims return to relief camps as Yamuna flows at danger level

Delhi: "Jobless, houses inundated, no option but to..." Flood victims return to relief camps as Yamuna flows at danger level

We must find ways to bridge technology gaps, promote energy security and work on diversifying supply chains: PM

We have commenced the rollout of 20% ethanol-blended petrol this year, our aim is to cover the entire nation by 2025. We must find ways to bridge technology gaps, promote energy security and work on diversifying supply chains: Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the G20 Energy Ministerial meeting in Goa

3 Tajikistan national passengers booked for smuggling of foreign currency

Officers of Airport Customs, IGI Airport, Terminal-3, Delhi have booked a case of smuggling of foreign currency yesterday against three Tajikistan National Passengers. The detailed examination of the baggage and personal search of the pax(es) resulted in recovery of foreign currency (USD 7,20,000 & Euro 4,66,200 from them which is equivalent to Rs 10.06 crores. The recovered foreign currency has been seized under section 110 of Customs Act, 1962. Further investigation is under progress: Customs

Punjab CM flags off the third and fourth batch of principals of government schools for training in Singapore

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann arrives in Chandigarh to flag off the third and fourth batch of principals of government schools for training in Singapore.

PM Modi tweets in view of 'Rozgar Mela'

Cloudburst in Kargil, Ladakh causes flood-like situation in several parts of the city

Our effort is to work for inclusive, resilient, equitable and sustainable energy for all, says PM Modi

In India, we have connected more than 190 million families with LPG in the last 9 years. We have also achieved the historic milestone of connecting every village with electricity. Our effort is to work for inclusive, resilient, equitable and sustainable energy for all. In 2015, we began a small movement by launching a scheme for the use of LED lights, this became the largest LED distribution program in the world, saving us more than 45 billion units of energy every year: Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the G20 Energy Ministerial meeting in Goa

Indian Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar to be in Vietnam today for handing over the indigenous missile corvette INS Kirpan

Strengthening India’s partnership with South East Asian countries, Indian Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar is to be in Vietnam today for handing over the indigenous missile corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnam at Cam Ranh International Port there: Indian Navy officials

PM Modi virtually addresses G20 energy ministers' meeting

India is making great efforts in green growth and energy transition. India is the most populated nation and the fastest-growing large economy in the world yet we are moving strongly on our climate commitments... We achieved our non-fossil, installed electric capacity target 9 years in advance. We have now set a higher target, we plan to achieve 50% non-fossil installed capacity by 2030. India is among the global leaders in solar and wind power: Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the G20 Energy Ministerial meeting in Goa

National Highway 5 closed due to a landslide in Himachal

Himachal Pradesh | National Highway 5 closed due to a landslide near Wangtu in Kinnaur district.

Retired Canadian Police officer charged for illegally helping China

Assam Rifles: Poppy seeds and illegal areca nuts worth lakhs recovered

Mizoram | Assam Rifles, Customs Department Champhai and Land Custom Station Zokhawthar recovered poppy seeds and illegal areca nuts in gen area new Champhai and Melbuk worth Rs 57.64 lakhs in Champhai district: Assam Rifles

Motorcycle washed away in rain-triggered flood in Rajasthan's Phulera

Raigad, Maharashtra: Canine squad carries out search operation in landslide-hit area

Raigad, Maharashtra: Canine squad carries out search operation in landslide-hit area. So far, 22 dead bodies have been recovered from the site.

Uttarakhand: Yamunotri, Badrinath highways blocked due to falling debris

J&K: Fresh batch of pilgrims leave from Srinagar's Pantha Chowk base camp

J&K: Fresh batch of pilgrims leave from Srinagar's Pantha Chowk base camp. Amarnath Yatra began on July 1.

Charlie Chaplin’s daughter Josephine Chaplin passes away at 74

NDRF continues search & rescue operation at Raigad Irshalgad landslide-hit area

3.3 magnitude qauke hits Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang

An earthquake of magnitude 3.3 on the Richter Scale strikes Arunachal Pradesh's Tawang today, at 06:56 am: National Centre for Seismology.

Amid slumping economy, Islamabad airport to be ‘outsourced’ for 15 years

Imran Khan can be charged with treason in cypher case: Pakistan Defence Minister

Donald Trump’s trial in Classified Documents case to begin on May 20 next year

US to announce military aid package for Ukraine

United States plans to announce as soon as Tuesday a new military aid package for Ukraine worth up to $400 million, primarily comprised of artillery, air defense missiles and ground vehicles as Ukraine's counteroffensive grinds on, three US officials said, reports Reuters

“Any nuclear attack will result in the end of the North Korean regime,” warns South Korea

Heavy to very heavy rain to occur in Uttarakhand: IMD

Uttarakhand | Heavy to very heavy rain along with thunderstorms & lightning likely to occur at isolated places over Dehradun, Uttarkashi, Tehri, Pauri and Nainital in the next 24 hours: IMD

Biden chooses Admiral Lisa Franchetti as first woman to be top Navy officer in US history

Jammu-Srinagar National Highway closed

Jammu-Srinagar National Highway closed due to heavy rainfall and landslides at various places in Ramban, clearance work underway