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“Clash at JNU: ABVP and Leftist Groups Engage in Violence, 3 Students Injured”

- by Chirag Goyal

The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) administration has yet to respond to the recent incident of clashes among students, and no information has been provided regarding the number of injured students.

New Delhi: Once again, an incident of student clashes has emerged at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in Delhi. The clash occurred during the School of Languages’ General Body Meeting (GBM). During the altercation between ABVP and leftist-supported groups over the selection of election committee members, some students were injured on Thursday night. A university official stated that some students have been admitted to Safdarjung Hospital. A purported video of the incident has surfaced, showing an individual assaulting some students with a stick, while another clip shows a person throwing a bicycle at students.

Clashes between ABVP and Leftist Groups:
Another purported video of the incident shows some individuals assaulting others, while university security personnel attempt to intervene. Members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) and leftist groups have lodged complaints against each other with the police.


Students Injured in JNU Clash:
As of now, the university administration has not responded to this incident, and no information has been provided about the number of injured students. According to Delhi Police, a quarrel among students was reported late at night. Sources indicate that medical treatment has been provided to three injured students. The police have not yet received any written complaints in this matter, but necessary action is being taken.

Previous Clashes in JNU:
It’s worth noting that such incidents of clashes among students in JNU are not unprecedented. On February 10, a clash erupted between ABVP and leftist supporters during a student union election meeting, during which both sides claimed injuries to some of their members. Both sides have accused each other of the clash, while the JNU administration has yet to respond. The University General Body Meeting (UGBM) was convened at the Sabarmati Dhaba on campus to elect members of the election commission for the 2024 JNU Student Union elections, during which a clash ensued between student groups.

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PM Narendra Modi Inaugurates World’s First Vedic Clock: What Makes It Special?

- by Chirag Goyal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the world’s first Vedic clock at the Jantar Mantar observatory in Ujjain, a city known as the center for astronomical calculations, on Thursday. The Vedic clock holds significance not only for astrologers but also for the religious city of Ujjain, attracting visitors from far and wide.

PM Modi inaugurates the clock During the virtual inauguration, PM Modi stated that Ujjain holds significant importance. The installation of the world’s first Vedic clock in the city, known as the abode of Lord Mahakal, will become a center of attraction for devotees. Ram Tiwari, the director of Maharaja Vikramaditya Research Institute, mentioned that the Vedic clock will gradually also provide horoscope predictions.

Pride for Ujjain One of the twelve Jyotirlingas, Ujjain has always been the center for astronomical calculations. The Tropic of Cancer passes through here, and it is considered the birthplace of the planet Mars. It is also from here that the Vikram Samvat calendar originated, which is used worldwide for timekeeping and auspicious occasions. Hence, the world’s first Vedic clock has been installed on an 80-foot tower in the Jivajirao Vedshala.

Clock at an 80-foot height;
The world’s first Vedic clock has been installed on an 80-foot tower in the Jivajirao Vedshala. The specialty of this clock is that it will display a duration of 30 hours between one sunrise to another. Contrary to the Indian Standard Time, which has an hour of 48 minutes, this Vedic clock follows Vedic time and will also display different auspicious moments.

Operational via Mobile App;
Technician Sushil Gupta explained that our old method of timekeeping has been used to create this Vedic clock. This clock with Vedic calculations will display auspicious moments and can also be operated via a mobile app. Using a crane nearly 150 feet tall, the clock was installed on the watchtower. Testing of the clock will be conducted before its official operation.

Special Efforts by Mohan Yadav Dr. Mohan Yadav played a crucial role in installing the world’s first Vedic clock. He initiated efforts while serving as the Minister of Higher Education. This unique clock was made possible by his efforts. PM Modi and CM Yadav are scheduled to inaugurate it on March 1. Subsequently, Municipal Commissioner Ashish Pathak inspected the work of installing the Vedic clock and gathered information from Sushil Gupta, who is in charge of the installation work.

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тВ╣26 Lakh Gold Concealed in Luggage Trolley, Seized from Passenger Returning from Colombo

- by Chirag Goyal

Delhi: A person involved in gold smuggling at the airport has been arrested. This passenger had returned from Colombo. The passenger was caught during inspection at Terminal 3. He had concealed gold worth more than тВ╣26 lakh in the wheels of his luggage trolley bag.

According to Navin Nishchal, New Delhi: A person has been caught at Delhi Airport for smuggling gold. The Customs team at the IGI Airport seized gold biscuits worth more than тВ╣26 lakh from a passenger. These gold biscuits were being smuggled. A passenger has also been caught by the Customs team in this case. Joint Commissioner of Customs N Varun Kandinya informed about the incident. N Varun said that the caught passenger is Nirnjan.

Came from Colombo According to customs officials, this passenger arrived in Delhi from Colombo by flight. After that, he reached Terminal 3 of the airport. After that, when he placed his luggage on the trolley and came out, it was checked. During the inspection, yellow-colored metal biscuits were recovered from inside the wheels of the trolley. Later, when it was checked, it turned out to be gold biscuits. Its weight was found to be 490 grams. This gold biscuit was concealed by wrapping it in black-colored tape. After this, it was kept inside the cavity made in the trolley bag.

Gold worth тВ╣26 Lakh The seized gold bar was valued at тВ╣26,26,993. The Customs team has confiscated the gold biscuit under Section 110 and is taking action against the accused. This is not the first case where a case of gold smuggling at the airport has come to light. Cases of smuggling gold by concealing it at the airport often come to light. In such cases, they are often caught in the investigation of customs officials.

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GDP Surges at 8.4% in December Quarter; PM Narendra Modi Applauds Indian Economy’s Strength and Potential

- by Chirag Goyal

The most recent government data reveals that India’s GDP soared by 8.4% in the October-December quarter, a significant leap from 4.3% in the corresponding period last year.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, responding to the data unveiled by the government, took to the social media platform X to express his sentiments on Thursday regarding India’s economic performance in the December quarter.

“Recording a robust 8.4% GDP growth in Q3 2023-24 underscores the resilience and potential of the Indian economy. Our steadfast efforts will persist in fostering rapid economic expansion, ensuring a better quality of life for the 1.4 billion Indians and nurturing a developed India!” the Prime Minister shared on X.

The latest data from the National Statistical Office (NSO) indicates that the GDP expanded by 8.4% in the October-December quarter of 2023, compared to a growth rate of 4.3% in the same quarter of 2022.

In the third quarter of this fiscal year, the manufacturing sector exhibited notable growth, with its output, as measured by gross value added, escalating by 11.6%, contrasting sharply with a contraction of 4.8% witnessed in the corresponding period of the previous year.

According to a government statement, “The real GDP, or GDP at Constant (2011-12) Prices, for the year 2023-24 is projected to reach тВ╣172.90 lakh crore, surpassing the first revised GDP estimates for 2022-23, which stood at тВ╣160.71 lakh crore. The GDP growth rate for 2023-24 is estimated at 7.6%, compared to the 7.0% growth recorded in 2022-23.”

The statement further notes that the GDP at current prices in the third quarter of 2023-24 is estimated at тВ╣75.49 lakh crore, reflecting a growth rate of 10.1%, as opposed to тВ╣68.58 lakh crore recorded in the third quarter of 2022-23.

Additionally, the NSO has revised downward the GDP growth estimate for 2022-23 to 7% from the earlier projection of 7.2%.

Furthermore, GDP estimates for the first and second quarters of the current fiscal have been revised upward to 8.2% and 8.1%, respectively, from 7.8% and 7.6%.

Overall, the economy has expanded by 8.2% during April-December 2023, compared to 7.3% growth observed in the corresponding period of the previous year.

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Air India Penalized with Rs30 Lakh Fine for Death of 80-Year-Old Passenger Denied Wheelchair Assistance

- by Chirag Goyal

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has imposed a fine of Rs. 30 lakh on Air India following the recent demise of an 80-year-old traveler. The passenger, who required wheelchair assistance, was compelled to traverse from the aircraft to the terminal due to a deficiency of available wheelchairs. In response, an advisory has been disseminated to all airlines mandating the provision of adequate wheelchair facilities for passengers in need of assistance.

In Mumbai, the DGCA has sanctioned a penalty of Rs. 30 lakh against Air India subsequent to the death of an 80-year-old passenger who opted to walk from the aircraft to the terminal building due to the airline’s shortage of wheelchairs.

After a report was published in the TOI on February 16, the regulator issued a show cause notice to the airline for non-compliance with the provisions outlined in the “CAR SECTION 3, SERIES ‘M’, PART I on ‘Carriage by Air – Persons with Disability (Divyangjan) and/or Persons with Reduced Mobility’,” constituting a violation of Aircraft Rules, 1937.

Air India responded to the notice on February 20. However, the airline failed to demonstrate compliance with the CAR by neglecting to provide a wheelchair to the elderly passenger. Furthermore, Air India did not report any action taken against the responsible employee(s), nor did it submit any corrective measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Consequently, the DGCA announced a financial penalty of Rs. 30 lakh on Air India in accordance with Aircraft Rules, 1937, for contravening the provisions of the aforementioned CAR. Additionally, an advisory has been issued to all airlines to ensure the availability of a sufficient number of wheelchairs for passengers requiring assistance during embarkation or disembarkation.

The incident occurred on February 12 when the 80-year-old US citizen of Indian origin, accompanied by his wife, arrived in Mumbai from New York on an Air India flight. Although both had requested wheelchair assistance, only one was provided due to the shortage, leaving the elderly passenger to walk alongside his wife, who utilized the wheelchair. Tragically, he collapsed and passed away at the airport immigration counter.

On February 20, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) took suo motu cognizance of the passenger’s demise and issued a notice to the DGCA, requesting a report within four weeks.

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Former Intel India Chief Killed in Cycling Accident in Navi Mumbai

- by Chirag Goyal

Avtar Saini, renowned for his contributions to the development of Intel microprocessors, including the Pentium, tragically lost his life on Wednesday in Navi Mumbai after being hit by a speeding cab while cycling.

The former India country head of Intel, Avtar Saini, passed away after a fatal collision with a speeding cab while cycling in Navi Mumbai. The police have initiated an FIR in the case and issued a notice to the taxi driver, Hrishikesh Khade.

According to police reports, the incident occurred around 5:50 am on Wednesday when Saini, aged 68, was cycling alongside others on Palm Beach Road in Nerul. The cab struck Saini’s bicycle from behind, and despite attempts to flee, the driver was caught with the cycle’s frame wedged beneath the vehicle’s front wheels.

Saini was immediately rushed to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead upon arrival, confirmed a police officer.

Gokul V Subramaniam, President of Intel India, expressed condolences on social media, stating, “At Intel, we are saddened by the demise of former country manager & director Intel South Asia, Avtar Saini. Avtar played a key role in setting up Intel R&D center in India. He had an illustrious career at Intel from 1982 to 2004 during which he was instrumental in the design of several processors.”

Residing in Chembur, Saini was lauded for his work on Intel 386 and 486 microprocessors, along with leading the design of the Pentium processor.

The police have filed an FIR against the cab driver under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and the Motor Vehicles Act, including 279 (rash driving), 337 (causing hurt by rash or negligent act), and 304-A (causing death by negligence).

Saini’s tragic demise echoes another incident less than a year ago when runner Rajalakshmi Vijay suffered a similar fate while cycling on Worli Sea Face.

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Femina Miss India Tripura Rinky Chakma Passes Away at 29 Due to Cancer

- by Chirag Goyal

Rinky Chakma, the winner of Miss India Tripura 2017, has tragically passed away after battling cancer since 2022. On February 28, Rinky Chakma took her last breath.

New Delhi: A heart-wrenching news has emerged from the entertainment industry. Rinky Chakma, the titleholder of Miss India Tripura 2017, has passed away. At the age of 29, Rinky bid farewell to this world. Since 2022, Rinky was fighting cancer. According to reports, she was diagnosed with breast cancer.

 

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As per the information, on February 22, her lungs stopped functioning, following which she was admitted to Max Hospital in Delhi in an emergency. According to reports, Rinky Chakma took her last breath on February 28.

Miss India Organization Posted The Miss India Organization has confirmed the sad news of Rinky’s demise on social media. The Miss India Organization wrote on their official Instagram page – It saddens us to inform you that Femina Miss India Tripura 2017 Rinky Chakma has passed away. She was a splendid and strong woman. Representing Tripura in Miss India 2017, she was awarded the title of Miss Beauty With A Purpose.

Further, the post stated that during this difficult time, our heartfelt condolences go out to her family and friends. Rinky, your legacy of purpose and beauty will always be remembered. All those who have had the privilege of knowing you will miss you dearly.

Fought Against Cancer for Two Years┬а
Rinky Chakma had shared information with her fans last month about her battle with cancer in 2022. She had shared a long post on Instagram, revealing that after her initial operation, cancer spread from her head to her lungs later on. Along with this, she appealed to people to continue the treatment of cancer and to donate money. Rinky had mentioned how she fought against the serious illness of cancer for two years.

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Bill Gates Visits Famous Dolly Chaiwala’s Tea Stall in Nagpur, Orders a Cup of Tea, Goes Viral

- by Chirag Goyal
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates spent Wednesday on Instagram with a tea vendor from Nagpur. The tea vendor, popularly known as ‘Dolly Chaiwala,’ had the opportunity to share a video with Gates, who also lauded India’s innovation culture. The video of the American billionaire businessman’s visit to India is now going viral.

A tech giant and philanthropist, in a post shared with the video, emphasized that in India, innovation can be found everywhere, even in the making of a cup of tea. It’s worth noting that Dolly Chaiwala’s tea stall is located near the old VCA Stadium in the city’s central area. The true identity of the popular tea vendor remains unknown, but they are widely recognized as Dolly Chaiwala.

 

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Tour of Bhubaneswar’s Slum Area:
 Before this, Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, visited a slum area of Bhubaneswar in the morning and interacted with the residents there. Along with this, he also visited the Biju Adarsh Colony in Maan Mangala Basti with state government officials. Bill Gates inquired about the well-being of the residents of the slum area and also interacted with members of Self-Help Groups (SHGs) working there.

Visit to India Development Center (IDC):
 Meanwhile, Gates also visited the India Development Center (IDC) of the company located in Hyderabad and discussed opportunities related to Artificial Intelligence (AI). In a statement, Microsoft said that Gates arrived at the IDC on Tuesday, where he addressed some of India’s most talented engineers. Rajiv Kumar, Managing Director of IDC, stated that Gates maintains an optimistic outlook on the opportunities emerging in India due to AI.

 

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Delhi’s February Air Quality Hits Lowest Since 2016

- by Chirag Goyal

New Delhi: Data from the Central Pollution Control Board reveals that Delhi’s average Air Quality Index (AQI) for February stood at 220 until Monday, marking the lowest figure since 2016.

Although the average AQI was lower compared to previous years, the air quality remained in the “poor” category. Experts attributed this to favorable meteorological conditions, including rain and strong winds, which prevented a significant rise in AQI on most days.

An analysis of CPCB data, which has been calculating AQI since April 2015, indicates that the average air quality readings for February were as follows: 293 in 2016, 267 in 2017, 243 in 2018, 242 in 2019, 241 in 2020, 288 in 2021, 225 in 2022, and 237 in 2023.

However, there was a streak of four consecutive “very poor” days this month, with AQI ranging between 301 and 400. Wednesday’s AQI was recorded at 141, falling within the “moderate” range.

Experts noted that the city experienced strong winds during the daytime, facilitating the dispersion of pollutants. Additionally, excess rainfall in February helped in settling down the pollutants. According to data from the India Meteorological Department, Delhi received 32.5 mm of rainfall this February, representing a 53% excess.

Anumita Roy choudhry, the executive director for research and advocacy at the Centre for Science and Environment, remarked, “We are now virtually out of the winter season with improved ventilation and stronger wind speed. This is helping in dissipating the ambient concentration. We need to watch this trend closely to understand the local and regional impacts of air pollution and to what extent the action is contributing to clean up the air.”

January witnessed the highest pollution levels since 2016, with an average AQI of 354. December 2023 was the most polluted in the past five years, while November 2023 was particularly severe, with AQI remaining in the near-severe category (an AQI of 390 and above) for 17 days.

 

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PM Kisan Yojana: Modi Government’s Holi Gift to Farmers, Transfers Rs21,000 Crore to Bank Accounts

- by Chirag Goyal

PM Kisan Nidhi Yojana 16th Installment: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced a significant gift to farmers just ahead of Holi. During a program held in Yavatmal district of eastern Maharashtra, funds were distributed under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. Under this scheme, the Modi government directly transferred over Rs. 21,000 crore to the bank accounts of farmers, benefiting more than nine crore beneficiaries. Modi assured, “This is Modi’s guarantee.”

New Delhi: PM Kisan 16th Installment 2024: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given a big gift to farmers before Holi. During an event organized in Yavatmal district of eastern Maharashtra, he distributed funds under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana. Under this, the Modi government released the 16th installment of the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana and transferred over Rs. 21,000 crore to farmers’ accounts, benefiting more than 11 crore farmer families, surpassing the total transfer of over three lakh crore rupees.

During this, the PM said, “Today, with just one click, over nine crore beneficiary farmers have received over Rs. 21,000 crore directly into their bank accounts, and this is Modi’s guarantee.”

PM Targets Sharad Pawar on Farmers’ Issue He launched an attack on former Union Minister Sharad Pawar and said that when he (Pawar) handled the agriculture department (during the Congress-led UPA government from 2004 to 2014), announcements of financial packages were made for farmers, but the funds were diverted elsewhere before reaching the beneficiaries.

Referring to a statement made by former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi in the 1980s, Modi commented that during Congress governments, when one rupee was released from the central government for welfare schemes, only 15 paisa reached the intended beneficiaries (PM Kisan Beneficiaries). But our government is committed to serving the people.


PM Narendra Modi said, “If today the Congress government was in power, out of the Rs. 21,000 crore distributed under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana in Yavatmal, Rs. 18,000 crore would have been looted in between. But under the BJP government, the poor are getting their full rights.”

Modi Government Committed to Farmer Welfare:
Amit Shah Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Wednesday that the Narendra Modi government is committed to the welfare of farmers. Under the ‘Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi’ scheme, more than three lakh crore rupees have been directly deposited into the accounts of farmers.

Farmers Receive Rs. 6,000 Benefit:
Every Year It is worth mentioning that the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana is a central scheme in which the Indian government contributes one hundred percent. This scheme has been in operation since December 2018. Under this scheme, farmers with land receive Rs. 6,000 annually in three equal installments. This amount is directly transferred to their bank accounts.

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