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Modi govt approves PLI scheme worth Rs 10,683 crore for textiles sector

The scheme aims to boost domestic manufacturing and exports and help promote production of high value man-made fibre fabric, garments and technical textiles in the country.

PM Modi gave central agencies list of 15 names to file ‘fake’ cases against them: Sisodia

During an online briefing, the Delhi Deputy CM claimed that many names on the list are from AAP. An immediate reaction was not available from the BJP or the central government.

Health ministry to depute 6-member team to Kerala for effective management as Covid surges

The team will work closely with state health authorities, take a stock of the ground situation & recommend necessary public health interventions to contain the spread of the virus.

Youth affairs in 2000 to cooperation in 2021: Here’s how new ministries are formed

The President forms new ministries and departments on the advice of the Prime Minister. The total strength of Cabinet Ministers cannot exceed 15% of the total strength of Lok Sabha.

Centre moves SC seeking transfer of pleas pending in HCs challenging validity of IT Rules

The petitions pending in different high courts across India have challenged the new IT Rules intended to regulate social media firms like Facebook, Twitter as well as OTT players.

Twitter failed to comply with IT Rules that are ‘law of the land’, Centre tells Delhi HC

In its affidavit, the Centre said any non-compliance amounts to breach of provisions of IT Rules, leading to US-based Twitter losing its immunity conferred under the IT Act.

Delhi govt’s claim on implementation of ration card plan ‘misleading’, Centre tells SC

In its affidavit filed before the top court, the Central government said Delhi's AAP government has implemented One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) plan only in circle 63 Seemapuri.

Taj Mahal & other centrally protected monuments, museums, sites to reopen on 16 June

Appropriate guidelines and SOPs issued by Union and states governments, ministries and departments will be followed while regulating the flow of visitors, the order said.

Door-to-door vaccination not possible, will start ‘near-to-door’ centres: Centre to Bombay HC

'Near to home' vaccination sessions can be conducted in non-health facilities and will be linked to an existing Covid vaccination centre, said the affidavit submitted by Centre.

Modi govt directs states to set up committees to find ‘unsung heroes’ for Padma awards

A letter from Union Home Ministry said that the criteria for selection should invariably be 'excellence plus' and highest standards should be applied while making recommendations.

On Camera

Nobel committee, note how Trump allowed Munir to make nuclear threat against India from US soil

So far, India has responded to his threats with a measured, diplomatic, strategic, and multi-dimensional approach. Now, it needs to react firmly.

Modi’s ‘Diwali bonanza’ for the common man—next-gen GST reforms, lower tax on daily-use items soon

Finance ministry says the proposed revamp will focus on structural reforms, rate rationalisation & ease of living, & will be deliberated upon in the coming weeks.

What is Project Sudarshan Chakra, announced by Modi from ramparts of Red Fort

The project is meant to be a ‘protective shield that will keep expanding’, the PM said. It is on the lines of the ‘Golden Dome’ announced by Trump, it is learnt.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.