Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane is leading the Indian delegation to Kazakhstan's Astana from April 25-26, 2024 for the Annual Meeting of the Defence Ministers of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Member States, the Ministry of Defence said in a release on Wednesday.

Heatwave conditions in southern West Bengal persist with rising temperatures, leading to rescheduled school holidays and online classes. Panagarh records the highest temperature, while Bankura and Bardhaman also experience extreme heat.

Ajit Doval met Nikolai Patrushev at a security event in St Petersburg. They discussed bilateral cooperation, condemned terrorism, and addressed security issues in India and Myanmar.

A study by Kantar highlights the widespread adoption of AI among internet users in India, with a focus on AI features in social media, fitness, and entertainment apps. Despite consumer acceptance, marketers face challenges related to privacy and biases in AI recommendations. Kantar predicts significant growth in the Generative AI market globally by 2034.

In a recent report by the International Labour Organization (ILO), it is revealed that a staggering 83% of India's unemployed workforce comprises «youth». Data sourced from multiple authoritative platforms including the Periodic Labour Force Survey, Employee Provident Fund Organisation and more indicate growth in jobs and a decline in the unemployment rate over the last few years.

Amid mounting opposition pressure, the Election Commission is learnt to have started examining complaints against a speech made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Rajasthan in which he suggested that if the Congress came to power, it would redistribute the wealth of people to Muslims. The Congress and the CPI-M had separately urged the poll panel against Modi's speech on Sunday.

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) Vice-Chairman has been served a contempt notice by the Supreme Court for cutting down more than 1,000 trees to build a road near Maidan Garhi, connecting Chattarpur Road and SAARC University. Justices B R Gavai and Sandeep Mehta highlighted that the DDA defied a court order against tree felling.

The fourth phase of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections on May 13 includes various states like Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Jammu and Kashmir, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh. Vote counting is on June 4.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticizes Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the issue of caste census and the need for justice for 90% of the population during a 'Samajik Nyay Sammelan' in New Delhi.

Delhi minister Bharadwaj reassured the public of Kejriwal's well-being after meeting him in Tihar Jail. Despite facing a money laundering case, Kejriwal will govern from jail, supported by AAP. Regular ministerial meetings are planned for departmental progress.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge highlighted the contributions of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, who donated her jewellery during the 1962 India-China war, and the sacrifices made by Pandit Motilal Nehru and Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, who donated their home to the freedom movement. He questioned the sacrifices made by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) leaders for the nation.

A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court seeking a probe by a Special Investigation Team (SIT) into the alleged instances of quid pro quo arrangements between corporates and political parties through electoral bonds donations.

Rahul Gandhi criticizes PM Modi for waiving Rs 16 lakh crore loans for billionaires, deeming it unforgivable. He highlights missed opportunities to benefit Indians and pledges change through Congress governance.

Drawing inspiration from the American system, Pitroda explained that in the United States, when an individual with substantial wealth passes away, only a portion of their assets can be transferred to their children, while the government claims a significant share. He claimed that adopting a similar approach in India would be fair and beneficial for the public.

Isro plans to air-drop test for Gaganyaan, India’s first human spaceflight, with S Somanath. Uncrewed missions before manned mission next year. 400 km orbit, Indian sea landing, cutting-edge technologies. Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre breakthrough.

External affairs minister S Jaishankar expressed strong disapproval of Western media for their criticism of India's democracy, stating that they see themselves as 'political actors in our elections.' Jaishankar emphasised the need to resist attacks and criticisms that question India's systems and confidence in the future.

Kamboj began by affirming India's multifaceted approach, stating, «Our nation's dedication to the women peace and security agenda is demonstrated through a comprehensive approach to combating conflict related sexual violence.» Kamboj, was addressing an open debate on «Preventing Conflict-Related Sexual Violence (CRSV) through Demilitarisation and Gender-Responsive Arms Control» at the UN Security Council on Wednesday.