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India Gazette
3 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Uttarakhand CM announces one one-day DM, SP role for board exam toppers
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 16 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has said that meritorious toppers of high school and intermediate in every district of the state will be given the role of District Magistrate (DM) and Superintendent of Police (SP) for a day. According to an official release, the objective of this motivational programme is to give administrative experience to the meritorious students, instill confidence in them and motivate them towards higher goals. This scheme will be implemented in the districts soon and a detailed action plan is being prepared for this. Along with this, the Chief Minister has also given instructions to organize 'River Festival'. These festivals will be organized through public participation in the name of the major rivers of the state. The objective of this event is to make the cleaning, cleanliness, revival and conservation of rivers a public campaign, the release added. The Chief Minister said that the rivers of the state are not only water sources, but are a part of our culture and lifestyle. Through 'River Festival', the general public will be made aware of water conservation and cleanliness. This initiatives of the Dhami government are not only a positive step towards honouring meritorious students but also a strong effort towards environmental protection, the release added. Earlier, CM Dhami hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi being conferred 'Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III,' Cyprus' highest civilian honour, saying that it is a matter of pride to every Indian, and it shows the PM's 'unique leadership, strong foreign policy and taking India to new heights on the global stage.' 'It is a matter of pride for every Indian that Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji has been awarded Cyprus' highest civilian honour 'Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III',' Dhami said in a post on X. PM Modi is in Cyprus in the first leg of his three-nation tour The Order of Makarios III, the highest merit honour awarded in Cyprus, is named after Makarios III, the first president of the country. It is conferred upon heads of state and other people of significant status in recognition of meritorious service to the nation. (ANI)
India Gazette
3 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurates, lays foundation stone of development projects in Kota
Kota (Rajasthan) [India], June 16 (ANI): Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Monday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of various development projects including a high level bridge over the Kalisindh river in Barod-Budhadit of Kota parliamentary constituency. 'Inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of various development projects including a high level bridge over the Kalisindh river in Barod-Budhadit of Kota parliamentary constituency. From bridge construction to new roads, classrooms and new buildings, these works are ensuring that no citizen is deprived of basic amenities,' Om Birla posted on X. Emphasising the significance of the infrastructure, Om Birla said, 'This bridge built between Barod and Chambal Dhipri will now not allow the movement of people to be disrupted during floods, and will connect every village, dhani and farm of the area with a strong road network. This will also directly benefit our food producers, their produce will now reach the markets faster and the pace of development will reach the villages.' 'Many efforts have been initiated from drinking water schemes to health services and making women self-reliant. I am confident that in the coming years, the Kota-Bundi region will play a leading role in Rajasthan's development model and will realize our resolve of 'all-inclusive, all-encompassing' development,' his post added. Earlier in the day, Om Birla congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for being awarded the highest civilian award in Cyprus, the 'Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III.' Birla said that the award symbolises the efficient leadership of the PM Modi and reflects our country's diplomatic successes. 'Hearty congratulations to Prime Minister Narendra Modi on being awarded the Republic of Cyprus' highest civilian honour, the 'Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III'. This award not only symbolises the efficient leadership of the Hon'ble Prime Minister, but also reflects our country's cultural richness, policy of peaceful coexistence and diplomatic inspired by this honour from the Prime Minister, more than 140 crore Indians will be more dedicated towards the development of the country and global welfare,' posted Birla on X. The Order of Makarios III, the highest merit honour awarded in Cyprus, is named after Makarios III, the first president of the Republic of Cyprus. It is conferred upon heads of state and other people of significant status in recognition of meritorious service to the nation. Prime Minister Modi expressed gratitude to President Christodoulides, the government and people of Cyprus for the honour. 'President, for the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III, I express heartfelt gratitude to you, the Government of Cyprus and the people of Cyprus. This honour is not just mine, it is the honour of 140 crore Indians. It is the honour of their capabilities and aspirations. It is the honour of our country's cultural brotherhood and the ideology of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam. I dedicate this honour to the friendly relations between India and Cyprus and our shared values and mutual understanding. On behalf of all Indians, I accept this honour with utmost humility and gratitude,' PM Modi said. He further said, 'This honour symbolises our unwavering commitment to peace, security, sovereignty, territorial integrity and prosperity of our people. I understand the significance of this honour and accept it as a responsibility towards the relations between India and Cyprus.' He expressed confidence that the ties between two nations will touch new stated, 'I am confident that in the time to come, our active partnership will touch new heights. Together, we will not only strengthen the progress of our two nations but also contribute towards building a peaceful and secure global environment.' Christodoulides welcomed PM Modi to the Presidential Palace in Nicosia earlier in the day. The Cypriot President and PM Modi introduced each other to the delegates from their respective countries. PM Modi reached Cyprus on Sunday afternoon (local time), marking the first visit by an Indian PM to the island nation in over two decades. He was received by the Cypriot President at Larnaca International received a heartfelt welcome from the Indian diaspora in Limassol. Upon his arrival, PM Modi, along with Cyprus President Christodoulides, interacted with leading CEOs during the business roundtable. (ANI)
India Gazette
11 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Uttarakhand CM hails PM Modi being awarded Cyprus' highest civilian honour
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], June 16 (ANI): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Monday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi being conferred 'Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III,' Cyprus' highest civilian honour, saying that it is a matter of pride to every Indian, and it shows the PM's 'unique leadership, strong foreign policy and taking India to new heights on the global stage.' 'It is a matter of pride for every Indian that Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji has been awarded Cyprus' highest civilian honour 'Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III',' Dhami wrote in a post on X. PM Modi is in Cyprus in the first leg of his three-nation tour. The Order of Makarios III, the highest merit honour awarded in Cyprus, is named after Makarios III, the first president of the country. It is conferred upon heads of state and other people of significant status in recognition of meritorious service to the nation. 'This honour is an acknowledgement of the honourable Prime Minister's unparalled leadership, strong foreign policy and taking India to new heights on the global stage. This honour is the achievement of every Indian who believes in building a strong, developed and self-reliant India,' Dhami said. Earlier, PM Modi expressed gratitude to President Nikos Christodoulides, the government and people of Cyprus for the honour. 'President, for the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III, I express heartfelt gratitude to you, the Government of Cyprus and the people of Cyprus. This honour is not just mine, it is the honour of 140 crore Indians. It is the honour of their capabilities and aspirations. It is the honour of our country's cultural brotherhood and the ideology of 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam. I dedicate this honour to the friendly relations between India and Cyprus and our shared values and mutual understanding. On behalf of all Indians, I accept this honour with utmost humility and gratitude,' PM Modi said. He expressed confidence that the ties between the two countries will touch new heights. 'I am confident that in the time to come, our active partnership will touch new heights. Together, we will not only strengthen the progress of our two nations but also contribute towards building a peaceful and secure global environment.' President Christodoulides welcomed PM Modi to the Presidential Palace in Nicosia earlier today. PM Modi arrived in Cyprus on Sunday afternoon, marking the first visit by an Indian PM to the island nation in over two decades. He was received by the Cypriot President at Larnaca International Airport. (ANI)
Time of India
12 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Top 5 news of the day: PM Modi conferred highest civilian award by Cyprus; Iran launches new missile strikes on Israel; and more
Top 5 news of the day Prime Minister Narendra Modi was honoured with Cyprus' highest civilian award, the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III, during his visit to the country. In the Middle East, tensions continue to rise as Iran fired missiles over Jerusalem. Meanwhile, the government has issued a notification to conduct Census 2027, which will be the first population count since 2011. Here are the top 5 news stories of the day: Prime Minister Narendra Modi receives highest civilian honour in Cyprus Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded Cyprus' highest civilian honour, the Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III—the first time an Indian PM has received this recognition. PM Modi dedicated the award to 1.4 billion Indians , saying it reflects shared values and the strong bond between India and Cyprus. Read full story Iran launches new missile strikes on Israel Iran fired fresh missiles at Israel, with several seen flying over Jerusalem's skies. Videos show the night sky lit up as explosions were heard. The Israeli military confirmed the attack but has not yet reported casualties. This marks a serious rise in tensions between the two countries amid ongoing conflict in the region. Read full story India sets census 2027 in motion after 16 years The government officially launched the Census 2027 by issuing a gazette notification—the first national headcount since 2011. This exercise will gather updated demographic, social, and economic data, closing a 16-year gap. The new population figures will help guide future planning, policy-making and development programs across the country. Read full story SBI cuts loan rates by up to 0.50% after RBI's repo rate cut Following the RBI's 50 bps repo rate reduction, the State Bank of India (SBI) has lowered its lending rates by up to 0.50%. SBI's repo linked lending rate (RLLR) now stands at 7.75 per cent, while its external benchmark based lending rate (EBLR) dropped to 8.15 per cent from 8.65 per cent. Read full story Heavy rain lashes Mumbai, Wadala and Colaba see record showers Heavy rain hit Mumbai in the past 24 hours, with Colaba recording 100 mm and Santacruz 86 mm, marking the city's highest rainfall in a day. Areas like Wadala and Colaba suffered waterlogging and traffic disruptions. The downpour also affected flight operations and stranded commuters, highlighting Mumbai's ongoing struggle with monsoon-related flooding. Read full story
Hans India
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Caste census, OBC politics, PM Modi's global recognition in Cyprus shape BJP's political narrative
Hours after the Union government on Monday issued a notification for conducting India's 16th census with caste enumeration in 2027, Union Minister Bhupender Yadav claimed, "The Congress has always betrayed and deceived the OBC community." Addressing media personnel in New Delhi, the Union Minister while taking a jibe at the grand old party said, "If the Congress was ever sincere about OBC welfare, they would have acted on the Kaka Kalelkar Commission report", referencing the first Backward Classes commission set up in 1953. Yadav emphasised that the Congress, even after returning to power, did not implement the Mandal Commission's recommendations. "It was only after the Congress lost power that the Janata Party formed the Mandal Commission. Even after the Janata Party's exit, Congress, while still in power, did not implement the Mandal Commission report. It was only after Congress was out of the picture that the Mandal Commission was implemented. Ironically, in Parliament, it was Congress leader Rajiv Gandhi who went on record opposing it", he added. Meanwhile, on the international front, Prime Minister Narendra Modi was awarded Cyprus' highest civilian honour, the 'Grand Cross of the Order of Makarios III,' by President Nikos Christodoulides. This recognition marks the 23rd international award conferred upon PM Modi, highlighting his global appeal and India's rising influence under his leadership. "This prestigious honour reflects the Prime Minister's global leadership and contributions to India's growing stature on the international stage. It is a moment of pride for all of us, as this marks the 23rd such international recognition for him", said Yadav. Similarly, Union Home Minister Amit Shah also congratulated the Prime Minister via social media platform X, saying, 'This reflects the continuously rising stature of India on the global stage." To further underline Prime Minister Modi's international image, BJP IT Cell chief Amit Malviya shared a graphic on X titled '23 Global Honours Celebrated by 140 Crore Indians: India's Unstoppable Global Ascent.' The graphic, now widely circulated on social media, lists all 23 international awards received by PM Modi — from Kuwait, France, Greece, Egypt, and Russia to Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Mauritius, Afghanistan and Palestine.
