India's Defence production hits record high in 2023-24
The defence ministry said that of "the total value of production (VoP) in 2023-24, about 79.2 per cent has been contributed by DPSUs/other PSUs and 20.8 per cent by the private sector".News Arena Network - New Delhi - UPDATED: July 5, 2024, 04:37 AM - 4 mins read
Older picture of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at a forward base in Ladakh. File photo.
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The Delhi High Court has reserved its order on a plea filed by Bibhav Kumar, a close aide of Arvind Kejriwal, challenging the legality of his arrest by the Delhi Police. The bench, headed by Justice Neena Bansal Krishna, heard arguments from both sides extensively before deciding to reserve the order.
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Moitra has been booked under Section 79 of the BNS that deals with any act outraging a woman's modesty.
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In a significant ruling on Monday, the Supreme Court declared that courts cannot compel accused individuals to share their Google Maps location as a condition for bail.
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“Thank you. Dismissed,” the bench said while hearing a plea challenging Calcutta HC's order directing the CBI to probe allegations of crimes against women and land grabbing in Sandeshkhali.
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Manish Sisodia, senior leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister, currently in custody for nearly 16 months in connection with an alleged liquor policy scam, has approached the Supreme Court seeking urgent listing of his bail pleas.
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The Delhi High Court has asked for a response from the jail authorities regarding a plea by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Kejriwal is seeking two additional legal meetings with his lawyers via video conferencing from Tihar Jail, where he is currently in judicial custody concerning the Delhi Excise policy case. Justice Neena Bansal Krishna has requested a reply within five days, with the matter set for arguments on July 15.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent departure for a two-nation tour to Russia and Austria marks a significant diplomatic mission aimed at fortifying India's relations with these nations.
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Security forces on Sunday uncovered a well-constructed terrorist hideout within a civilian home in the Kulgam district.
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Modi is set to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin during the visit, which will extend into Tuesday. India’s Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra told reporters in New Delhi that given the lack of recent summits, several issues on the bilateral agenda “have piled up, which need to be addressed.” Senior Indian diplomats, speaking on condition of anonymity, said that while major announcements are unlikely, Modi’s visit is intended to send a signal that the two sides remain close.
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The Supreme Court laid down guidelines against "disparaging" portrayal of persons with disabilities in visual media and films on Monday, saying that terms such as "cripple" and "spastic" have acquired "devalued meanings" in societal perceptions.
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After a disappointing performance in the recent Assembly and Lok Sabha elections, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) President Naveen Patnaik has announced a major organisational restructuring of the party. This move is aimed at addressing the reasons behind the electoral setbacks and revitalising the party's structure.
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After Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena directed a temporary halt on the transfer of 5,000 teachers, Delhi Education Minister Atishi expressed strong opposition to any attempts to disrupt Delhi's education system. Her comments followed Saxena's decision to pause the transfer orders as an interim measure.
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