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<p>The Economic Survey is the annual flagship document presented by the finance ministry of India that contains a detailed analysis of the economic development of the country.</p>

<p>It evaluates the trends in agricultural and industrial production along with infrastructure, employment, money supply, prices, imports and exports, foreign exchange that have a significant bearing on the annual budget of India.</p>

<p>The Survey makes the case for continued focus on economic growth as the most important objective for India at its stage of development.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>It delineates the constituents that would strengthen the effectiveness of policymaking,&nbsp;continued reforms, innovation, timely regulatory support, and withdrawal of forbearance.</p>

<p>After a massive COVID-19 vaccination drive and a rebound in consumer demand and investments, India forecast robust economic growth of 9 per cent for the coming fiscal year.</p>

<p>As per a popular tradition of presenting the Survey in two volumes. Volume I attempts to provide evidence-based economic analyses of the challenges of policymaking and tools to make it more effective.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Volume II reviews recent developments in the major sectors of the economy with a focus on the challenges faced due to the pandemic this year. This would serve as the ready reckoner for the existing status and outlook for the sectors.</p>

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<p>As per Krishnamurthy V. Subramanian, ''Clarity of objectives is imperative in policymaking as the various macro-economic policy choices always present inherent trade-offs.''</p>

<p>Amid the coronavirus pandemic, he called Economic Survey ''an ardent tribute to the immortal human spirit of grit and compassion encapsulated by the tireless battle against the pandemic by our frontline COVID-19 warriors.''</p>

<p>The Economic Survey 2022-23 will be presented by the chief economic advisor (CEA) before the ninth Union Budget under the Modi government on February 1.</p>

<p>The theme of last year's survey was ‘#SavingLives&amp;Livelihoods’ and it focused on the V-shaped recovery of the Indian economy.</p>

<p>The first Economic Survey was released in 1950-51 and was presented along with the Union Budget for 14 years. But the trend was discontinued in 1964.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Economic Survey is the annual flagship document presented by the finance ministry of India that contains a detailed analysis of the economic development of the country.

The Economic Survey is the annual flagship document presented by the finance ministry of India that contains a detailed analysis of the economic development of the country. It evaluates the trends in agricultural and industrial production along with infrastructure, employment, money supply, prices, imports and exports, foreign exchange that have a significant bearing on the annual budget of India. The Survey makes the case for continued focus on economic growth as the most important objective for India at its stage of development. #LIVE | How will India invite new investments? Will there be more reforms to attract FDI? How to push for India's infra growth? Watch WION's special show on #IndiaBudget2022 with @gchikermane https://t.co/URj14fzMKm — WION (@WIONews) January 24, 2022 × It delineates the constituents that would strengthen the effectiveness of policymaking, continued reforms, innovation, timely regulatory support, and withdrawal of forbearance. After a massive COVID-19 vaccination drive and a rebound in consumer demand and investments, India forecast robust economic growth of 9 per cent for the coming fiscal year. As per a popular tradition of presenting the Survey in two volumes. Volume I attempts to provide evidence-based economic analyses of the challenges of policymaking and tools to make it more effective. Volume II reviews recent developments in the major sectors of the economy with a focus on the challenges faced due to the pandemic this year. This would serve as the ready reckoner for the existing status and outlook for the sectors. Also read | India announces 'first of its kind' nuclear programme, to have 9 nuclear reactors by 2024 As per Krishnamurthy V. Subramanian, ''Clarity of objectives is imperative in policymaking as the various macro-economic policy choices always present inherent trade-offs.'' Amid the coronavirus pandemic, he called Economic Survey ''an ardent tribute to the immortal human spirit of grit and compassion encapsulated by the tireless battle against the pandemic by our frontline COVID-19 warriors.'' The Economic Survey 2022-23 will be presented by the chief economic advisor (CEA) before the ninth Union Budget under the Modi government on February 1. The theme of last year's survey was ‘#SavingLives&Livelihoods’ and it focused on the V-shaped recovery of the Indian economy. The first Economic Survey was released in 1950-51 and was presented along with the Union Budget for 14 years. But the trend was discontinued in 1964. (With inputs from agencies)

What is the economic survey? All you need to know about India's annual flagship document

Online education especially even during the time of the pandemic in India has not reached a very large majority of children. In fact according to a new report, nearly about 70 percent of the children were deprived of access to online education so HOW serious is this a problem especially at a time when schools have been shot due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our next report gets you all the details.

No online education for 70% Indian kids amid Covid-19 pandemic

<p>Indian army soldiers have been braving cold wave conditions along the Line of Control(LoC) in north Kashmir with 5-10 feet of snow and temperatures plunging from minus 5 to minus 20 degrees in the area.</p>

<p>However, the soldiers remain alert in their task while guarding India's borders round the clock.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Indian army soldiers have been guarding the LoC and International Borders(IB) in J&amp;K despite harsh weather conditions and hilly terrain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The soldiers have been specially trained to tackle the harsh weather conditions at a height of nearly 10,000 feet above sea level with low oxygen levels.</p>

<p>However, the morale of the soldiers ensures that India's borders are fully secure and no infiltration is allowed to take place.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The soldiers are trained to work in snow-bound areas with avalanches being one of the biggest challenges faced by the men along the LoC.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian army not only works as an avalanche rescue team for soldiers but also for civilians in the area. The soldiers have been provided with high-tech equipment which includes trackers and&nbsp;uniforms to tackle the extreme condictions at the border with Pakistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan last year, the situation along the LoC has been better as compared to earlier, however, the Indian army cannot afford to let down its guard.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian soldiers guard the borders day and night along the LoC even as the number of infiltrations has&nbsp;come down by more than 80 per cent due to their unrelenting vigil.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The quick response teams on LoC keep an eye on every nook and cranny of the border in order to trap any infiltrator seeking to cross the border.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amid the bitter winter, the Indian army has made rapid strides in using high-tech gadgets, surveillance drones, night vigil cameras, thermal imaging tracers and other similar gear. The army has also been provided with snow scooters to reach areas quickly near the LoC.</p>


Indian army soldiers have been braving cold wave conditions along the Line of Control(LoC) in north Kashmir with 5-10 feet of snow and temperatures plunging from minus 5 to minus 20 degrees in the area.

Indian army soldiers have been braving cold wave conditions along the Line of Control(LoC) in north Kashmir with 5-10 feet of snow and temperatures plunging from minus 5 to minus 20 degrees in the area. However, the soldiers remain alert in their task while guarding India's borders round the clock. Indian army soldiers have been guarding the LoC and International Borders(IB) in J&K despite harsh weather conditions and hilly terrain. The soldiers have been specially trained to tackle the harsh weather conditions at a height of nearly 10,000 feet above sea level with low oxygen levels. However, the morale of the soldiers ensures that India's borders are fully secure and no infiltration is allowed to take place. The soldiers are trained to work in snow-bound areas with avalanches being one of the biggest challenges faced by the men along the LoC. The Indian army not only works as an avalanche rescue team for soldiers but also for civilians in the area. The soldiers have been provided with high-tech equipment which includes trackers and uniforms to tackle the extreme condictions at the border with Pakistan. After the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan last year, the situation along the LoC has been better as compared to earlier, however, the Indian army cannot afford to let down its guard. The Indian soldiers guard the borders day and night along the LoC even as the number of infiltrations has come down by more than 80 per cent due to their unrelenting vigil. The quick response teams on LoC keep an eye on every nook and cranny of the border in order to trap any infiltrator seeking to cross the border. Amid the bitter winter, the Indian army has made rapid strides in using high-tech gadgets, surveillance drones, night vigil cameras, thermal imaging tracers and other similar gear. The army has also been provided with snow scooters to reach areas quickly near the LoC.

Indian Army braves harsh winter conditions along LoC

<p>Ahead of India's 73rd Republic Day celebrations, the country's Border Security Force IG DK Boora said that the forces have received some input, adding that they are on high alert. He further assured the nation that there is nothing to fear.</p>

<p>On Monday (January 24), Boora said, "During this period, almost every time, there is stress on the security situation along the border."</p>

<p>However, he stressed the point that the forces are ready to meet all the challenges and "preempt the nefarious designs" of anti-national elements.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"We have got some input from the intelligence department. But we are very alert on and along the border including LC. We have heightened our vigil on the border," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A maximum number of troops and officers are present on the border, Boora informed during her address.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The IG said that they are "extensively carrying out operations including the anti-drone exercises" and will do everything to ensure the safety of the people.</p>

<p>"We are extensively carrying out operations, anti-drone exercises and I am very confident that the militants will not succeed in whatever plans they have made. I can assure our population that they have nothing to fear. We will do everything that it takes to ensure the safety and security of our people," Boora said.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Ahead of India's 73rd Republic Day celebrations, the country's Border Security Force IG DK Boora said that the forces have received some input, adding that they are on high alert.

Ahead of India's 73rd Republic Day celebrations, the country's Border Security Force IG DK Boora said that the forces have received some input, adding that they are on high alert. He further assured the nation that there is nothing to fear. On Monday (January 24), Boora said, "During this period, almost every time, there is stress on the security situation along the border." However, he stressed the point that the forces are ready to meet all the challenges and "preempt the nefarious designs" of anti-national elements. ALSO READ | Republic Day parade 2022: Date, importance & all you want to know "We have got some input from the intelligence department. But we are very alert on and along the border including LC. We have heightened our vigil on the border," he added. A maximum number of troops and officers are present on the border, Boora informed during her address. The IG said that they are "extensively carrying out operations including the anti-drone exercises" and will do everything to ensure the safety of the people. "We are extensively carrying out operations, anti-drone exercises and I am very confident that the militants will not succeed in whatever plans they have made. I can assure our population that they have nothing to fear. We will do everything that it takes to ensure the safety and security of our people," Boora said. (With inputs from agencies)

'We have got some input': Ahead of India's Republic Day celebrations, border security on high alert

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="58">Naor Gilon, Israel's envoy to India, has said "there is no anti-Semitism in India; this phrase doesn't just exist" as both sides begin official celebrations of the establishment of diplomatic ties 30 years ago.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="62">Anti-Semitism, or discrimination against Jews, has been seen in many parts of the world.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="63">The top Israeli diplomat in India explained, "Jews have lived in India for over 2000 years in total equality and peacefully, and as someone who arrived after serving quite an extensive period in Europe, I was very much surprised at how much love and appreciation there is in India towards Israel."</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="63">On January 29th, 1992, India and Israel established full diplomatic relations, and this year both sides will commemorate 30 years of ties to give further impetus to this rapidly evolving engagement.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="65">At a virtual event on Monday, a commemorative logo was launched.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="66">The logo features the Star of David and the Ashoka Chakra and forms the numeral 30, depicting the 30th anniversary of bilateral relations.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="67">Calling relations between India and Israel "exceptional," Israeli envoy to India Naor Gilon said, "relationships did not start just 30 years ago" and "more than 900 Indian soldiers are buried in the land of Israel, those who fought during the First World War as part of the British Indian army, to liberate the area which later became Israel."</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="68">He recalled how, in the bed room of David Ben-Gurion, a picture of Gandhi was present, and he saw "Gandhi and India as a sister liberation movement".</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="69">David Ben-Gurion was the founding father and first prime minister of Israel.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="70">The role of the Indian soldiers during the 1918 battle of Haifa has been well documented. During the 2018 visit of the then Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, the name of Delhi's Teen Murti Chowk was formally rechristened as Teen Murti Haifa Chowk in his honor.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="71">The 3 statues at the chowk in the heart of Central Delhi belong to the Hyderabad, Jodhpur, and Mysore lancers who were part of the British India forces that helped win the battle of Haifa.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="72">Sanjeev Singla, the Indian envoy to Israel, was also present at the event, and he highlighted how "our two peoples are connected by civilizational bonds that go beyond trade and economic ties.The Jewish people have thrived in India for centuries and, in fact, enriched the composite culture of India. Maharaja Jam Sahib of Nawanagar saved the lives of several Jewish children during World War II by providing them with shelter and taking care of them."</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="73">The Indian envoy said the large India-Jewish community forms an "organic link and bridge that continues to grow" between the two sides. There are approximately 85,000 Jews of Indian origin in Israel who are Israeli passport holders. The majority of them are from Maharashtra (Bene Israelis), and relatively smaller numbers are from Kerala (Cochini Jews) and Kolkata (Baghdadi Jews). In recent years, some Indian Jews from the North-Eastern states of India (Bnei Menashe) have been immigrating to Israel.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="74">2022 marks 5 years of strategic partnership which was established during the visit of PM Modi.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="75">He said, "2022 provides us an opportunity to not only look back and take account of the bilateral achievements of the past 30 years, but also the last 5 years when the relationship was put on a qualitatively high trajectory."</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="76">As part of the 30-year celebrations, several high-level visits are planned, including one by the new Israeli PM, Naftali Bennett. Both Indian PM Modi and the new Israeli PM met last year, on the sidelines of the Glasgow summit. EAM Jaishankar had also visited the country last year.</p>


Naor Gilon, Israel's envoy to India, has said "there is no anti-Semitism in India; this phrase doesn't just exist" as both sides begin official celebrations of the establishment of diplomatic ties 30 years ago.

Naor Gilon, Israel's envoy to India, has said "there is no anti-Semitism in India; this phrase doesn't just exist" as both sides begin official celebrations of the establishment of diplomatic ties 30 years ago. Anti-Semitism, or discrimination against Jews, has been seen in many parts of the world. The top Israeli diplomat in India explained, "Jews have lived in India for over 2000 years in total equality and peacefully, and as someone who arrived after serving quite an extensive period in Europe, I was very much surprised at how much love and appreciation there is in India towards Israel." On January 29th, 1992, India and Israel established full diplomatic relations, and this year both sides will commemorate 30 years of ties to give further impetus to this rapidly evolving engagement. At a virtual event on Monday, a commemorative logo was launched. The logo features the Star of David and the Ashoka Chakra and forms the numeral 30, depicting the 30th anniversary of bilateral relations. Calling relations between India and Israel "exceptional," Israeli envoy to India Naor Gilon said, "relationships did not start just 30 years ago" and "more than 900 Indian soldiers are buried in the land of Israel, those who fought during the First World War as part of the British Indian army, to liberate the area which later became Israel." He recalled how, in the bed room of David Ben-Gurion, a picture of Gandhi was present, and he saw "Gandhi and India as a sister liberation movement". David Ben-Gurion was the founding father and first prime minister of Israel. The role of the Indian soldiers during the 1918 battle of Haifa has been well documented. During the 2018 visit of the then Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, the name of Delhi's Teen Murti Chowk was formally rechristened as Teen Murti Haifa Chowk in his honor. The 3 statues at the chowk in the heart of Central Delhi belong to the Hyderabad, Jodhpur, and Mysore lancers who were part of the British India forces that helped win the battle of Haifa. Sanjeev Singla, the Indian envoy to Israel, was also present at the event, and he highlighted how "our two peoples are connected by civilizational bonds that go beyond trade and economic ties.The Jewish people have thrived in India for centuries and, in fact, enriched the composite culture of India. Maharaja Jam Sahib of Nawanagar saved the lives of several Jewish children during World War II by providing them with shelter and taking care of them." The Indian envoy said the large India-Jewish community forms an "organic link and bridge that continues to grow" between the two sides. There are approximately 85,000 Jews of Indian origin in Israel who are Israeli passport holders. The majority of them are from Maharashtra (Bene Israelis), and relatively smaller numbers are from Kerala (Cochini Jews) and Kolkata (Baghdadi Jews). In recent years, some Indian Jews from the North-Eastern states of India (Bnei Menashe) have been immigrating to Israel. 2022 marks 5 years of strategic partnership which was established during the visit of PM Modi. He said, "2022 provides us an opportunity to not only look back and take account of the bilateral achievements of the past 30 years, but also the last 5 years when the relationship was put on a qualitatively high trajectory." As part of the 30-year celebrations, several high-level visits are planned, including one by the new Israeli PM, Naftali Bennett. Both Indian PM Modi and the new Israeli PM met last year, on the sidelines of the Glasgow summit. EAM Jaishankar had also visited the country last year.

No anti-semitism in India, says Israel's Envoy to India Naor Gilon

<p>The results of Class 10 and Class 12 term 1 Indian education board exams would not be declared today, the board’s controller of examinations, Sanyam Bhardwaj, told India's education magazine Careers360.</p>

<p>There were some reports that the results for Central Board of Secondary Education board results<b>&nbsp;</b>would be released on January 24, however the official denied the possibility.</p>

<p>It was not clear as to when the results would be declared, but official confirmation would be shared soon.</p>

<p>CBSE term 1 board exams were conducted in November-December 2021. Students can expect the results soon. The official website to download scorecards is cbseresults.nic.in.</p>

<p>Like previous years, the CBSE is expected to make an announcement on social media about Class 10 and Class 12 result date and time.</p>

<p>For the first time, the central board had decided to conduct the 2021-22 board exams in two terms.</p>

<p>The term 2 exams are scheduled for March-April after which the combined and final result will be announced.</p>

<p>The board had earlier said that at the end of term 1, results will not be published as pass, fail or essential repeat.</p>

<p>Date sheet of the term 2 exams will be released soon on cbse.nic.in. Sample question papers, syllabus and question banks for term 2 exams have been released on cbseacademic.nic.in.</p>

<p>For authentic information regarding CBSE results, students can visit cbse.nic.in or cbse.gov.in or visit the official Twitter page of the board.</p>

<p>(With inputs from agencies)</p>


The results of Class 10 and Class 12 term 1 Indian education board exams would not be declared today, the board’s controller of examinations, Sanyam Bhardwaj, told India's education magazine Careers360.

The results of Class 10 and Class 12 term 1 Indian education board exams would not be declared today, the board’s controller of examinations, Sanyam Bhardwaj, told India's education magazine Careers360. There were some reports that the results for Central Board of Secondary Education board results would be released on January 24, however the official denied the possibility. It was not clear as to when the results would be declared, but official confirmation would be shared soon. CBSE term 1 board exams were conducted in November-December 2021. Students can expect the results soon. The official website to download scorecards is cbseresults.nic.in. Like previous years, the CBSE is expected to make an announcement on social media about Class 10 and Class 12 result date and time. For the first time, the central board had decided to conduct the 2021-22 board exams in two terms. The term 2 exams are scheduled for March-April after which the combined and final result will be announced. The board had earlier said that at the end of term 1, results will not be published as pass, fail or essential repeat. Date sheet of the term 2 exams will be released soon on cbse.nic.in. Sample question papers, syllabus and question banks for term 2 exams have been released on cbseacademic.nic.in. For authentic information regarding CBSE results, students can visit cbse.nic.in or cbse.gov.in or visit the official Twitter page of the board. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian education board's 10th, 12th Term 1 Result 2022 not to be released today: Report

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3">During the COVID-19 lockdown around the country, online classes for schools and universities became a necessity.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="5">But according to recent research, online schooling remains "woefully insufficient" across the country, with 40-70 percent of children living without access to a gadget.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="6">According to research published by Boston Consulting Group, over 80% of teachers said it was "impossible" to maintain an emotional connection in the online mode of education.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="7">According to the study, India should adopt a mentality of "last to close, first to open," rather than the other way around, and focus on four critical areas.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="8">According to the study, 90% of children have lost at least one language ability.A student who has missed a year of school will only be able to catch up in 9–14 years.&nbsp;<br />
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<strong>Watch | Online Education: Challenges and Opportunities</strong></p>

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<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="9"><strong>Other drawbacks to online education: </strong>490% increase reported in child rescue requests during school closures. Globally, 9 million extra children are in danger of child labour.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="10"><strong>Nutrition/middle-of-the-day meals: </strong>During school closures, 35% of children did not receive midday meals, perhaps leading to an increase in the number of underweight children.Since the beginning of the pandemic, 39 billion in-school meals have been missed due to school closures around the world.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="11"><strong>Social and emotional problems: </strong>Since May 2020, one-third of elementary children and half of secondary students have had poor mental and socio-emotional health.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="12">For the past two years, India has seen pandemic-related school closures.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="13">From March 2020 to the end of the year, schools were primarily closed, with minor periods of reopening in 2021.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="14">While secondary schools were open for 40-50 percent of the time in 2021, elementary schools were mostly closed in 12 of India's 22 major states.&nbsp;</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="15"><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


During the COVID-19 lockdown around the country, online classes for schools and universities became a necessity. But according to recent research, online schooling remains "woefully insufficient" across the country, with 40-70 percent of children living without access to a gadget.

During the COVID-19 lockdown around the country, online classes for schools and universities became a necessity. But according to recent research, online schooling remains "woefully insufficient" across the country, with 40-70 percent of children living without access to a gadget. According to research published by Boston Consulting Group, over 80% of teachers said it was "impossible" to maintain an emotional connection in the online mode of education. According to the study, India should adopt a mentality of "last to close, first to open," rather than the other way around, and focus on four critical areas. According to the study, 90% of children have lost at least one language ability.A student who has missed a year of school will only be able to catch up in 9–14 years. Watch | Online Education: Challenges and Opportunities Other drawbacks to online education: 490% increase reported in child rescue requests during school closures. Globally, 9 million extra children are in danger of child labour. Nutrition/middle-of-the-day meals: During school closures, 35% of children did not receive midday meals, perhaps leading to an increase in the number of underweight children.Since the beginning of the pandemic, 39 billion in-school meals have been missed due to school closures around the world. Social and emotional problems: Since May 2020, one-third of elementary children and half of secondary students have had poor mental and socio-emotional health. For the past two years, India has seen pandemic-related school closures. From March 2020 to the end of the year, schools were primarily closed, with minor periods of reopening in 2021. While secondary schools were open for 40-50 percent of the time in 2021, elementary schools were mostly closed in 12 of India's 22 major states. (With inputs from agencies)

Online education 'woefully inadequate', teachers fail to make emotional connect: Study

<p>The Madras High Court ordered the Tamil Nadu government to examine the ‘dying declaration’ video of the minor girl who ended her life after mentioning ‘forced religious conversion" (in an unverified video). The Tamil Nadu government informed the court that 14 of the 37 people added as witnesses, including classmates, students, and school staff, had been questioned in connection with the case.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In addition to a CD of the ‘dying declaration’ video of the victim being submitted, the court also granted permission for questioning of the person who shot this video and forensic examination of his phone.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The case pertains to a 17-year old girl from a poor background who studied at a Christian Missionary School in Tamil Nadu’s Thanjavur district. According to police, the victim had consumed poisonous material on January 9th and succumbed ten days later.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an unverified video, she is seen saying, "In front of me, they asked my parents about converting me to Christianity, so that she would make me study. She would also keep scolding me and not let me stay there". When asked who she was referring to, the victim is heard saying, "Sister Rachel Mary." When asked if she was tortured because she refused to convert to Christianity, the victim is heard saying, "it could be possible".</p>

<p>As per the Legal Rights Protection Forum's (LRPF) complaint to India’s National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), the victim’s school had been illegally converting children into Christianity and was imposing corporal punishment on those who resisted. It added that this was causing mental agony to students and driving them to extremes.</p>

<p>"The victim was forced to convert to Christianity and when she refused the same, she was refused permission to return home from the hostel. "She was made to clean toilets and wash dishes," reads the complaint. It also adds that the child tried to end her life owing to the atrocities inflicted upon her (following which, she eventually succumbed).</p>

<p>During the hearing on Monday, the judge was presented with the sealed cover report based on the victim’s parents’ testimony, which they had submitted in-person before the District Magistrate, on Sunday. On the insistence of the government, Justice GR Swaminathan had ordered that the mobile phone in which the clip mentioning ‘forced conversion’ was shot, had to be submitted for Forensic Examination. It was also added that the man who shot the said video had to appear in person for questioning on Tuesday. Granting time until Thursday (27th Jan) for a report to be filed in the case, the Court adjourned the matter to Friday, 28th January.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, Ravali Priya IPS, Superintendent of Police ,Thanjavur, had said that the person who shot the video would also be made an accused in this case. Following this, in the first hearing of the case, the Court had instructed the Cops to not harass the victim’s parents or the person who shot the video. The judge had made it clear to the Cops that there shouldn’t be any complaints against the latter’s work. He had insisted that the cops focus on the contents and the statement made in the video and its veracity, rather than the person who shot it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The matter came to Court after the victim’s parents sought a CB-CID probe in the case.&nbsp;</p>


The Madras High Court ordered the Tamil Nadu government to examine the ‘dying declaration’ video of the minor girl who ended her life after mentioning ‘forced religious conversion" (in an unverified video).

The Madras High Court ordered the Tamil Nadu government to examine the ‘dying declaration’ video of the minor girl who ended her life after mentioning ‘forced religious conversion" (in an unverified video). The Tamil Nadu government informed the court that 14 of the 37 people added as witnesses, including classmates, students, and school staff, had been questioned in connection with the case. In addition to a CD of the ‘dying declaration’ video of the victim being submitted, the court also granted permission for questioning of the person who shot this video and forensic examination of his phone. The case pertains to a 17-year old girl from a poor background who studied at a Christian Missionary School in Tamil Nadu’s Thanjavur district. According to police, the victim had consumed poisonous material on January 9th and succumbed ten days later. In an unverified video, she is seen saying, "In front of me, they asked my parents about converting me to Christianity, so that she would make me study. She would also keep scolding me and not let me stay there". When asked who she was referring to, the victim is heard saying, "Sister Rachel Mary." When asked if she was tortured because she refused to convert to Christianity, the victim is heard saying, "it could be possible". As per the Legal Rights Protection Forum's (LRPF) complaint to India’s National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), the victim’s school had been illegally converting children into Christianity and was imposing corporal punishment on those who resisted. It added that this was causing mental agony to students and driving them to extremes. "The victim was forced to convert to Christianity and when she refused the same, she was refused permission to return home from the hostel. "She was made to clean toilets and wash dishes," reads the complaint. It also adds that the child tried to end her life owing to the atrocities inflicted upon her (following which, she eventually succumbed). During the hearing on Monday, the judge was presented with the sealed cover report based on the victim’s parents’ testimony, which they had submitted in-person before the District Magistrate, on Sunday. On the insistence of the government, Justice GR Swaminathan had ordered that the mobile phone in which the clip mentioning ‘forced conversion’ was shot, had to be submitted for Forensic Examination. It was also added that the man who shot the said video had to appear in person for questioning on Tuesday. Granting time until Thursday (27th Jan) for a report to be filed in the case, the Court adjourned the matter to Friday, 28th January. Earlier, Ravali Priya IPS, Superintendent of Police ,Thanjavur, had said that the person who shot the video would also be made an accused in this case. Following this, in the first hearing of the case, the Court had instructed the Cops to not harass the victim’s parents or the person who shot the video. The judge had made it clear to the Cops that there shouldn’t be any complaints against the latter’s work. He had insisted that the cops focus on the contents and the statement made in the video and its veracity, rather than the person who shot it. The matter came to Court after the victim’s parents sought a CB-CID probe in the case.

Examine victim’s video that mentions ‘forced-conversion’, Court tells Tamil Nadu Govt in student suicide case 

Has India weathered the third wave of covid-19 infections? According to the data, four of the eight major cities appear to have crossed the peak infection rate, using the seven day average, researchers are pointing out that cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai are witnessing a clear decline in the infection rates.

Has India weathered the third wave of covid-19 infections?

The mercury took a dip in most parts of north India as it is snowing in the hilly areas while the planes are witnessing frequent cold waves.

Mercury takes a dip in North India as hilly areas receives fresh snowfall

<p>An Indian student in Dubai has achieved a rare feat. The 16-year-old has made history by getting the perfect score of 1600 in the SAT standardised test. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>It is organised for university admissions in the US. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Ahaan Shetty, who is a Grade 11 student at GEMS Modern Academy in Dubai, got all his 154 questions correct. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The child got the highest possible score of 1600 (800 in maths; 800 in reading/writing) in SAT in December 2021. The results of the tests were announced last week. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Shetty is from Mumbai city in India. He had previously got a near-perfect score of 1520. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I felt I could do better so I practiced some more and took the SAT again. I thought I did better this time but I was pleasantly surprised to get a perfect score,” said Shetty. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-education-boards-10th-12th-term-1-result-2022-not-to-be-released-today-report-447050" hreflang="en">Indian education board's 10th, 12th Term 1 Result 2022 not to be released today: Report</a></strong></p>

<p>He wants to study physics, which is his favourite subject, at a leading university in the US after graduating high school next year. &nbsp;</p>

<p>He also loves to play piano, sprint in track-and-field and is a big fan of robotics. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Shetty did not study the day before his SAT and feels that there is no short-cut for doing well in SAT – or any other exam. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


An Indian student in Dubai has achieved a rare feat. The 16-year-old has made history by getting the perfect score of 1600 in the SAT standardised test. It is organised for university admissions in the US.

An Indian student in Dubai has achieved a rare feat. The 16-year-old has made history by getting the perfect score of 1600 in the SAT standardised test. It is organised for university admissions in the US. Ahaan Shetty, who is a Grade 11 student at GEMS Modern Academy in Dubai, got all his 154 questions correct. Also Read: Baby calf born with two heads in India catches limelight The child got the highest possible score of 1600 (800 in maths; 800 in reading/writing) in SAT in December 2021. The results of the tests were announced last week. Shetty is from Mumbai city in India. He had previously got a near-perfect score of 1520. “I felt I could do better so I practiced some more and took the SAT again. I thought I did better this time but I was pleasantly surprised to get a perfect score,” said Shetty. Also Read | Indian education board's 10th, 12th Term 1 Result 2022 not to be released today: Report He wants to study physics, which is his favourite subject, at a leading university in the US after graduating high school next year. He also loves to play piano, sprint in track-and-field and is a big fan of robotics. Shetty did not study the day before his SAT and feels that there is no short-cut for doing well in SAT – or any other exam. (With inputs from agencies)

Rare feat: Indian student in UAE makes history, bags perfect score of 1600 in SAT  

<p>India’s Covid cases saw a marginal dip on Monday, with the country registering 3,06,064 new coronavirus infections in 24 hours, according to the Union Health Ministry data.</p>

<p>On Sunday, India registered 3,33,533 cases,&nbsp;about 27,469 more than today.</p>

<p>The death toll has climbed to 4,89,848 with 439 fresh fatalities, the data stated.</p>

<p>The daily positivity rate was recorded at 20.75 per cent while the weekly positivity rate was recorded at 17.03 per cent, according to the ministry.</p>

<p>The number of people who have recuperated from the disease surged to 3,68,04,145, while the case fatality rate was recorded at 1.24 per cent.</p>

<p>The 439 new fatalities include 77 from Kerala and 44 from Maharashtra.</p>

<p>A total of 4,89,848 deaths have been reported so far in the country including 1,42,115 from Maharashtra, 51,816 from Kerala,38,582 from Karnataka, 37,218 from Tamil Nadu, 25,620 from Delhi, 23,056 from Uttar Pradesh and 20,338 from West Bengal.</p>

<p>The ministry stressed that more than 70 per cent of the deaths occurred due to comorbidities.</p>

<p>“Our figures are being reconciled with the Indian Council of Medical Research,” the ministry said on its website, adding that state-wise distribution of figures is subject to further verification and reconciliation.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, India's COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed over 162 million doses.</p>

<p>At least 72 per cent of India's adult population is fully vaccinated whereas around 52 per cent of children in the 15-18 years old age group have been inoculated with the first dose of Covid vaccine, the government’s data said.</p>

<p>(With inputs from agencies)</p>


India’s Covid cases saw a marginal dip on Monday, with the country registering 3,06,064 new coronavirus infections in 24 hours, according to the Union Health Ministry data.

India’s Covid cases saw a marginal dip on Monday, with the country registering 3,06,064 new coronavirus infections in 24 hours, according to the Union Health Ministry data. On Sunday, India registered 3,33,533 cases, about 27,469 more than today. The death toll has climbed to 4,89,848 with 439 fresh fatalities, the data stated. The daily positivity rate was recorded at 20.75 per cent while the weekly positivity rate was recorded at 17.03 per cent, according to the ministry. The number of people who have recuperated from the disease surged to 3,68,04,145, while the case fatality rate was recorded at 1.24 per cent. The 439 new fatalities include 77 from Kerala and 44 from Maharashtra. A total of 4,89,848 deaths have been reported so far in the country including 1,42,115 from Maharashtra, 51,816 from Kerala,38,582 from Karnataka, 37,218 from Tamil Nadu, 25,620 from Delhi, 23,056 from Uttar Pradesh and 20,338 from West Bengal. The ministry stressed that more than 70 per cent of the deaths occurred due to comorbidities. “Our figures are being reconciled with the Indian Council of Medical Research,” the ministry said on its website, adding that state-wise distribution of figures is subject to further verification and reconciliation. Meanwhile, India's COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed over 162 million doses. At least 72 per cent of India's adult population is fully vaccinated whereas around 52 per cent of children in the 15-18 years old age group have been inoculated with the first dose of Covid vaccine, the government’s data said. (With inputs from agencies)

India’s Covid tally dips marginally, over 3,00,000 new infections recorded

India is once again reported a significant decline in covid-19 cases. With over 300,000 cases reported in the last 24 hours, the drop is being witnessed for for the fifth consecutive day.

India witnesses decline in daily covid-19 cases

<p>Schools resumed physical sessions for classes 1 to 12 in India's Maharashtra on Monday and the state government expressed hope that students would enjoy being back to their classrooms in a safe atmosphere.</p>

<p>Last week, the Maharashtra government allowed the offline classes to resume from January 24 after Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray approved a proposal to this effect that was sent to him by the school education department.</p>

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<p>Schools across the state were closed in the first week of January due to a spike in the coronavirus cases and in the wake of the emergence of the highly infectious Omicron variant. However, a number of parents, activists in the field as well as teachers had strongly opposed the move to shut the schools, saying it would adversely affect the students.</p>

<p>In Mumbai, the local civic body had earlier announced the closure of schools for Classes 1 to 9 till January 31.<br />
But, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) assessment later indicated that the cases of Omicron infection were not on the rise, and it had said the curve was flattening. It had prompted officials to propose the reopening of schools for physical attendance.</p>

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<p>On Monday morning, Maharashtra School Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad greeted students and parents on the reopening of physical classes.</p>

<p>"Wishing all parents and students the very best as physical classes reopen today onwards. We hope you enjoy your day back in a safe atmosphere. #BackToSchool. @scertmaha @CMOMaharashtra @msbshse," Gaikwad tweeted.</p>

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<p>In Mumbai also, various schools resumed offline classes in the morning.</p>

<p>Last week, BMC Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal had said that in-person or offline classes will resume in pre-primary schools too.</p>

<p>While allowing the schools to resume physical classes, the state government has asked them to strictly adhere to COVID-19 protocols and guidelines.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Has India weathered the third wave of covid-19 infections?</strong></p>

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<p>On Sunday, Maharashtra reported 40,805 COVID-19 cases, taking its tally to 75,07,225, while 44 fatalities pushed the toll to 1,42,115, a health department official earlier said.</p>

<p>No Omicron case was detected in the state on Sunday, keeping the tally of those affected by the new variant to 2,759, of whom 1,437 have been discharged so far, the official said.</p>


Schools resumed physical sessions for classes 1 to 12 in India's Maharashtra on Monday and the state government expressed hope that students would enjoy being back to their classrooms in a safe atmosphere.

Schools resumed physical sessions for classes 1 to 12 in India's Maharashtra on Monday and the state government expressed hope that students would enjoy being back to their classrooms in a safe atmosphere. Last week, the Maharashtra government allowed the offline classes to resume from January 24 after Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray approved a proposal to this effect that was sent to him by the school education department. Also read | Rare feat: Indian student in UAE makes history, bags perfect score of 1600 in SAT Schools across the state were closed in the first week of January due to a spike in the coronavirus cases and in the wake of the emergence of the highly infectious Omicron variant. However, a number of parents, activists in the field as well as teachers had strongly opposed the move to shut the schools, saying it would adversely affect the students. In Mumbai, the local civic body had earlier announced the closure of schools for Classes 1 to 9 till January 31. But, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation's (BMC) assessment later indicated that the cases of Omicron infection were not on the rise, and it had said the curve was flattening. It had prompted officials to propose the reopening of schools for physical attendance. Also read | India’s Covid tally dips marginally, logs over 3,00,000 new infections On Monday morning, Maharashtra School Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad greeted students and parents on the reopening of physical classes. "Wishing all parents and students the very best as physical classes reopen today onwards. We hope you enjoy your day back in a safe atmosphere. #BackToSchool. @scertmaha @CMOMaharashtra @msbshse," Gaikwad tweeted. Wishing all parents and students the very best as physical classes reopen today onwards. We hope you enjoy your day back in a safe atmosphere. #BackToSchool. @scertmaha @CMOMaharashtra @msbshse — Prof. Varsha Eknath Gaikwad (@VarshaEGaikwad) January 24, 2022 × In Mumbai also, various schools resumed offline classes in the morning. Last week, BMC Commissioner Iqbal Singh Chahal had said that in-person or offline classes will resume in pre-primary schools too. While allowing the schools to resume physical classes, the state government has asked them to strictly adhere to COVID-19 protocols and guidelines. Watch | Has India weathered the third wave of covid-19 infections? On Sunday, Maharashtra reported 40,805 COVID-19 cases, taking its tally to 75,07,225, while 44 fatalities pushed the toll to 1,42,115, a health department official earlier said. No Omicron case was detected in the state on Sunday, keeping the tally of those affected by the new variant to 2,759, of whom 1,437 have been discharged so far, the official said.

Schools reopen in India's Maharashtra, physical sessions resume for classes 1 to 12

<p>A baby calf has become a centre of attraction in India. What’s special about this animal is that it has two heads, four eyes and two mouths. It also has fused skulls. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The calf was born recently in India's northeastern Gomati district. &nbsp;</p>

<p>It is one of the rarest of the rare cases. This condition is the result of genetic abnormalities or damage to the nervous system during the development and splitting of embryos. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Animals, who are born with more than one head, are called polycephaly. They generally don’t live more than a few months. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Rarest of the rare: two-headed calf born in northeast India</strong></p>

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<p>Although the local vets are currently taking care of the calf, they believe its chances of survival are very low. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Numerous spectators, have been curiously queueing up, to see the newborn creature lying in a shed with its mother.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Dr Pritam Sarkar, Deputy Director, Animal Resources Development Department, said, "I have never seen such a case in Tripura in last 15-20 years. The survival rate in such cases is just around 38 per cent.” &nbsp;</p>

<p>In August 2020, a calf was also born with two heads, two ears, two mouths and four eyes in Dejiang County, Guizhou Province in south-eastern China. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


A baby calf has become a centre of attraction in India. What’s special about this animal is that it has two heads, four eyes and two mouths. It also has fused skulls.

A baby calf has become a centre of attraction in India. What’s special about this animal is that it has two heads, four eyes and two mouths. It also has fused skulls. The calf was born recently in India's northeastern Gomati district. It is one of the rarest of the rare cases. This condition is the result of genetic abnormalities or damage to the nervous system during the development and splitting of embryos. Also Read: India’s Covid tally dips marginally, logs over 3,00,000 new infections Animals, who are born with more than one head, are called polycephaly. They generally don’t live more than a few months. Watch: Rarest of the rare: two-headed calf born in northeast India × Although the local vets are currently taking care of the calf, they believe its chances of survival are very low. Numerous spectators, have been curiously queueing up, to see the newborn creature lying in a shed with its mother. Also Read | Indian education board's 10th, 12th Term 1 Result 2022 not to be released today: Report Dr Pritam Sarkar, Deputy Director, Animal Resources Development Department, said, "I have never seen such a case in Tripura in last 15-20 years. The survival rate in such cases is just around 38 per cent.” In August 2020, a calf was also born with two heads, two ears, two mouths and four eyes in Dejiang County, Guizhou Province in south-eastern China. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Baby calf born with two heads in India catches limelight

<p>Germany’s Ambassador to India Walter J Lindner&nbsp;has said that his country will intensify cooperation in the Indo-Pacific.</p>

<p>His comments come even as German frigate FGS Bayern (F217) made a port call to Mumbai as part of its seven-month deployment to the Indo-Pacific region.</p>

<p>He said, "It is the beginning of intensified cooperation…”</p>

<p>Germany, along with other European countries like France, UK, have upped the engagement in the region.</p>

<p>Asked if Germany will join any diplomatic group or exercises such as the Malabar exercises, the top German envoy said, “Not going in details. In general, we will be more active in the Indo-Pacific region. We will see what kind of organisation it means and includes—whether it’s a military organisation or a diplomatic organisation. It shows that our focus is shifting more to the region than it was before.”</p>

<p>The Malabar exercise is an annual naval exercise between India, US, Australia and Japan in the region.</p>

<p>In 2020, the German government announced its policy on the Indo‑Pacific with the aim to strengthen the country's role in the region in the long term.</p>

<p>Envoy Lindner, who was on the visit of the frigate, explained, that it’s a “symbolic act that we walk the talk, we are just not issuing nice papers in strategy, but we send a symbol”.</p>

<p>The visit of the German frigate to Mumbai marks the last stop of its deployment, after a decade-long presence in the Indo-Pacific.</p>

<p>The ship also helped enforce the UN-administered arms embargo against North Korea prior to its journey through the South China Sea.</p>

<p>The envoy’s visit coincided with the visit of the chief of the German Navy, Vice Admiral Kay-Achim Schönbach to Delhi.</p>

<p>Commander Tilo Kalski of the frigate, who was also present at the virtual presser, said, “This tour has been kind of an ice breaker, kind of the beginning of new era”.</p>

<p>Indo-Pacific has emerged as one of the key focuses of the world leaders, given that it houses more than 50 per cent of the world population, and a substantial trade passes through its waters.</p>

<p>Speaking on China, the envoy said that Beijing is a “partner in some respect for the global challenges" it is also an "economic competitor and a systemic rival which means we have a different system. We have a democratic system just like India has.”</p>

<p>On the Chinese aggressiveness in the region, he said. “We don’t turn a blind eye on (such) behaviour that threatens international law...We are in favour of respect for the rules-based international community.”</p>


Germany’s Ambassador to India Walter J Lindner has said that his country will intensify cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. His comments come even as German frigate FGS Bayern (F217) made a port call to Mumbai as part of its seven-month deployment to the Indo-Pacific region.

Germany’s Ambassador to India Walter J Lindner has said that his country will intensify cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. His comments come even as German frigate FGS Bayern (F217) made a port call to Mumbai as part of its seven-month deployment to the Indo-Pacific region. He said, "It is the beginning of intensified cooperation…” Germany, along with other European countries like France, UK, have upped the engagement in the region. Asked if Germany will join any diplomatic group or exercises such as the Malabar exercises, the top German envoy said, “Not going in details. In general, we will be more active in the Indo-Pacific region. We will see what kind of organisation it means and includes—whether it’s a military organisation or a diplomatic organisation. It shows that our focus is shifting more to the region than it was before.” The Malabar exercise is an annual naval exercise between India, US, Australia and Japan in the region. In 2020, the German government announced its policy on the Indo‑Pacific with the aim to strengthen the country's role in the region in the long term. Envoy Lindner, who was on the visit of the frigate, explained, that it’s a “symbolic act that we walk the talk, we are just not issuing nice papers in strategy, but we send a symbol”. The visit of the German frigate to Mumbai marks the last stop of its deployment, after a decade-long presence in the Indo-Pacific. The ship also helped enforce the UN-administered arms embargo against North Korea prior to its journey through the South China Sea. The envoy’s visit coincided with the visit of the chief of the German Navy, Vice Admiral Kay-Achim Schönbach to Delhi. Commander Tilo Kalski of the frigate, who was also present at the virtual presser, said, “This tour has been kind of an ice breaker, kind of the beginning of new era”. Indo-Pacific has emerged as one of the key focuses of the world leaders, given that it houses more than 50 per cent of the world population, and a substantial trade passes through its waters. Speaking on China, the envoy said that Beijing is a “partner in some respect for the global challenges" it is also an "economic competitor and a systemic rival which means we have a different system. We have a democratic system just like India has.” On the Chinese aggressiveness in the region, he said. “We don’t turn a blind eye on (such) behaviour that threatens international law...We are in favour of respect for the rules-based international community.”

Germany to intensify cooperation in Indo-Pacific: Envoy Lindner

<p>The Indian President Ram Nath Kovind and other top politicians have paid rich tributes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 125th birth anniversary.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On January 23, India celebrates the birth anniversary of Bose, who is a prominent Indian freedom fighter. The Indian government last year announced that his birth anniversary will be celebrated as 'Parakram Diwas' every year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also, the day will mark the start of Republic Day celebrations instead of a day later. PM Modi will unveil a hologram statue of Bose at the India Gate on Sunday.</p>

<p>Bose was born to advocate Janakinath Bose in Odisha's Cuttack in 1897. He played a crucial role in India's freedom struggle against the oppressive British colonial rule. He is also known for establishing the Azad Hind Fauj.&nbsp;</p>

<p>To mark the occasion, President Kovind said, "India gratefully pays homage to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 125th birth anniversary. The daring steps that he took to fulfil his fierce commitment to the idea of a free India -- Azad Hind -- make him a national icon. His ideals and sacrifice will forever inspire every Indian."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "I bow to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his Jayanti. Every Indian is proud of his monumental contribution to our nation."</p>

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नेताजी सुभाष चंद्र बोस की 125वीं जयंती पर उन्हें मेरी आदरपूर्ण श्रद्धांजलि।<br />
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I bow to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his Jayanti. Every Indian is proud of his monumental contribution to our nation. <a href="https://t.co/Ska0u301Nv">pic.twitter.com/Ska0u301Nv</a></p>
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<p>Remembering Netaji, Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu tweeted, "My respectful tributes to the great nationalist, legendary freedom fighter and visionary leader, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary today. We commemorate this day as #ParakramDivas to honour Netaji's indomitable courage and selfless service to the nation."</p>

<p>"The nation is indebted to the iconic leader for his monumental role in the freedom struggle," Naidu said.</p>

<p>Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, "Greetings to you on 'Parakram Diwas'. I bow to the epitome of courage and valour, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose on this occasion. He went to great lengths while fighting for the freedom of his motherland. His contribution in India's freedom struggle continues to inspire us."</p>

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नेताजी सुभाष चन्द्र बोस की 125वीं जयंती पर राष्ट्रनायक की पावन स्मृति को सादर नमन करता हूं। नेताजी की जयंती को राष्ट्र "पराक्रम दिवस" के रूप में याद करता है। <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Netaji?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Netaji</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ParakramDivas?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ParakramDivas</a> <a href="https://t.co/yWgkj4FSyF">pic.twitter.com/yWgkj4FSyF</a></p>
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He went to great lengths while fighting for the freedom of his motherland. His contribution in India’s freedom struggle continues to inspire us.</p>
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उन्होंने अपने असाधारण देशप्रेम, अदम्य साहस व तेजस्वी वाणी से युवाओं को संगठित कर विदेशी शासन की नींव हिला दी।<br />
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मातृभूमि के लिए उनका अद्वितीय त्याग, तप व संघर्ष सदैव देश का मार्गदर्शन करता रहेगा। <a href="https://t.co/cTepfFE6pN">pic.twitter.com/cTepfFE6pN</a></p>
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The Indian President Ram Nath Kovind and other top politicians have paid rich tributes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 125th birth anniversary. On January 23, India celebrates the birth anniversary of Bose, who is a prominent Indian freedom fighter.

The Indian President Ram Nath Kovind and other top politicians have paid rich tributes to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 125th birth anniversary. On January 23, India celebrates the birth anniversary of Bose, who is a prominent Indian freedom fighter. The Indian government last year announced that his birth anniversary will be celebrated as 'Parakram Diwas' every year. Also, the day will mark the start of Republic Day celebrations instead of a day later. PM Modi will unveil a hologram statue of Bose at the India Gate on Sunday. Bose was born to advocate Janakinath Bose in Odisha's Cuttack in 1897. He played a crucial role in India's freedom struggle against the oppressive British colonial rule. He is also known for establishing the Azad Hind Fauj. To mark the occasion, President Kovind said, "India gratefully pays homage to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 125th birth anniversary. The daring steps that he took to fulfil his fierce commitment to the idea of a free India -- Azad Hind -- make him a national icon. His ideals and sacrifice will forever inspire every Indian." Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, "I bow to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his Jayanti. Every Indian is proud of his monumental contribution to our nation." India gratefully pays homage to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 125th birth anniversary. The daring steps that he took to fulfil his fierce commitment to the idea of a free India — Azad Hind — make him a national icon. His ideals and sacrifice will forever inspire every Indian. — President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) January 23, 2022 × सभी देशवासियों को पराक्रम दिवस की ढेरों शुभकामनाएं। नेताजी सुभाष चंद्र बोस की 125वीं जयंती पर उन्हें मेरी आदरपूर्ण श्रद्धांजलि। I bow to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his Jayanti. Every Indian is proud of his monumental contribution to our nation. pic.twitter.com/Ska0u301Nv — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 23, 2022 × Remembering Netaji, Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu tweeted, "My respectful tributes to the great nationalist, legendary freedom fighter and visionary leader, Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his birth anniversary today. We commemorate this day as #ParakramDivas to honour Netaji's indomitable courage and selfless service to the nation." "The nation is indebted to the iconic leader for his monumental role in the freedom struggle," Naidu said. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said, "Greetings to you on 'Parakram Diwas'. I bow to the epitome of courage and valour, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose on this occasion. He went to great lengths while fighting for the freedom of his motherland. His contribution in India's freedom struggle continues to inspire us." "भारत में राष्ट्रवाद ने ऐसी शक्ति का संचार किया है जो सदियों से लोगों में सोई पड़ी थी" नेताजी सुभाष चन्द्र बोस की 125वीं जयंती पर राष्ट्रनायक की पावन स्मृति को सादर नमन करता हूं। नेताजी की जयंती को राष्ट्र "पराक्रम दिवस" के रूप में याद करता है। #Netaji #ParakramDivas pic.twitter.com/yWgkj4FSyF — Vice President of India (@VPSecretariat) January 23, 2022 × Greetings to you on ‘Parakram Diwas’. I bow to the epitome of courage and valour, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose on this occasion. He went to great lengths while fighting for the freedom of his motherland. His contribution in India’s freedom struggle continues to inspire us. — Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) January 23, 2022 × आजादी के महानायक नेताजी सुभाष चन्द्र बोस की जयंती पर उन्हें कोटिशः नमन करता हूँ। उन्होंने अपने असाधारण देशप्रेम, अदम्य साहस व तेजस्वी वाणी से युवाओं को संगठित कर विदेशी शासन की नींव हिला दी। मातृभूमि के लिए उनका अद्वितीय त्याग, तप व संघर्ष सदैव देश का मार्गदर्शन करता रहेगा। pic.twitter.com/cTepfFE6pN — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) January 23, 2022 ×

'Proud of his monumental contribution': India pays tributes on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose birth anniversary

<p>Since the beginning of the third wave of Covid pandemic in India, there have been many speculations about the severity and other aspects. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In last 24 hours, India registered 3,33,533 new coronavirus infections. The total tally of Covid cases has reached 3,92,37,264, as per the Union Health Ministry data updated on Sunday. &nbsp;</p>

<p>For quite some days, the daily count of the coronavirus cases has been hovering around 3,00,000. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Not just this, the seven-day average of cases in cities, such as Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and Chennai, show a clear decline. &nbsp;</p>

<p>It appears that this wave has peaked in the four largest cities of the country. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Now, the biggest urban centres are contributing less to the count and the virus is spreading to the smaller cities. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The tally of active cases has reached 21,87,205. The death toll has climbed to 4,89,409 with 525 fresh fatalities. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In this current wave, there seems to be a large number of unreported cases of asymptomatic patients and those with mild symptoms. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>So, the official count can be considered just an indicative of trends and not close to the actual number. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Since the beginning of the third wave of Covid pandemic in India, there have been many speculations about the severity and other aspects. In last 24 hours, India registered 3,33,533 new coronavirus infections.

Since the beginning of the third wave of Covid pandemic in India, there have been many speculations about the severity and other aspects. In last 24 hours, India registered 3,33,533 new coronavirus infections. The total tally of Covid cases has reached 3,92,37,264, as per the Union Health Ministry data updated on Sunday. For quite some days, the daily count of the coronavirus cases has been hovering around 3,00,000. Also Read | 'Proud of his monumental contribution': India pays tributes on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose birth anniversary Not just this, the seven-day average of cases in cities, such as Mumbai, Delhi, Kolkata and Chennai, show a clear decline. It appears that this wave has peaked in the four largest cities of the country. Now, the biggest urban centres are contributing less to the count and the virus is spreading to the smaller cities. The tally of active cases has reached 21,87,205. The death toll has climbed to 4,89,409 with 525 fresh fatalities. Also Read | Germany to intensify cooperation in Indo-Pacific: Envoy Lindner In this current wave, there seems to be a large number of unreported cases of asymptomatic patients and those with mild symptoms. So, the official count can be considered just an indicative of trends and not close to the actual number. (With inputs from agencies)

Has third wave of coronavirus peaked in India? Find several answers

<p>Summit level meet once in two&nbsp;years, establishment of a&nbsp;secretariat for practical coordination, more ministerial level engagement will be among the key outcomes of the upcoming India-Central Asia summit that will take place on January 27.</p>

<p>The meet, which will happen virtually, will be the first such summit between India and the five&nbsp;Central Asian countries--Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan as they set to increase engagement to a higher level.&nbsp;India and the Central Asian countries already have a foreign minister-level mechanism that has met two&nbsp;times on an annual basis so far, the last being in December 2021.</p>

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<p>The "India-Central Asia Centre", which is expected to be established in Delhi will act as the secretariat for the India-Central Asia Summit coordination, which henceforth becomes a permanent fixture as ties are taken to a higher level. The suggestion for the establishment of such a secretariat was given by India and will&nbsp;provide an institutional framework&nbsp;for the development of relationships.</p>

<p>Another key outcome will be the establishment of ministerial-level platforms for engagement in 4 key areas--political issues and development cooperation, trade and connectivity, culture and tourism and, most importantly defense and security.&nbsp;At the non-governmental level increased&nbsp;interaction is being proposed between business chambers, think-tanks.</p>

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<p>A special emphasis will be on enlarging engagement when it comes to Information technology sector.&nbsp;India has already assisted in the establishment of IT park in Uzbek capital Tashkent, the first phase being inaugurated in 2019. In Tajikistan, with a grant of $ 0.6 million, an Information and Technology Centre (Bedil Centre) was commissioned in 2006 by Indian support and the&nbsp;​project trained almost all the first-generation IT experts in government sector of the country.</p>

<p>New Delhi has been pitching for an Iran-based India-built Chabahar port to increase connectivity and trade from landlocked central Asia to the wider Indian Ocean region. Uzbekistan, a doubly landlocked country, Kazakhstan have been enthusiastic supporters of the use of ports to increase connectivity. The continuous focus has been on the share civilizational connect, which also remains the much-celebrated aspect of the ties.&nbsp;As part of defense industrial cooperation, India has offered a Line of Credit of &nbsp;40 million to Uzbekistan. Indian, Uzbek armies had undertaken 10 day-long joint military exercises at Ranikhet, Uttarakhand last year in which 45 soldiers from each side participated.</p>

<p>The announcement of the summit came last week and comes even as both sides, this year mark the 30th year of establishment of formal diplomatic ties. Ministry of external affairs in a statement said, "During the first India-Central Asia Summit, the Leaders are expected to discuss steps to take forward India-Central Asia relations to newer heights. They are also expected to exchange views on regional and international issues of interest, especially the evolving regional security situation."</p>

<p>Afghanistan naturally will be one of the main points of discussion, given 3 Central Asian countries--&nbsp;Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan share direct land border with the country. The Taliban takeover of Kabul last year has complicated the situation, with many of these countries fearing a spillover into their territories.&nbsp;The National security advisors (NSAs) of the central Asian countries had last year visited Delhi for a meeting on Afghanistan in which Russian, Iranian NSA level counterparts had also participated.</p>

<p>The summit comes as New Delhi has been expanding depth of its commitments with all central Asian capitals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had visited all the central Asian countries in 2015, which was the first of its kind tour by any Indian Prime minister. EAM Jaishankar had last year visited two Central Asian countries - Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. India has in the past announced a $ 1 billion line of credit for priority development projects in fields such as connectivity, energy, IT, healthcare, education, agriculture, etc for the entire region also known as "the stans" since all the countries in the region end with suffix stan, which in Persian means "land of".</p>


Summit level meet once in two years, establishment of a secretariat for practical coordination, more ministerial level engagement will be among the key outcomes of the upcoming India-Central Asia summit that will take place on January 27.

Summit level meet once in two years, establishment of a secretariat for practical coordination, more ministerial level engagement will be among the key outcomes of the upcoming India-Central Asia summit that will take place on January 27. The meet, which will happen virtually, will be the first such summit between India and the five Central Asian countries--Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan as they set to increase engagement to a higher level. India and the Central Asian countries already have a foreign minister-level mechanism that has met two times on an annual basis so far, the last being in December 2021. Also read | Despite crisis, Kazakh President Tokayev's India visit on schedule The "India-Central Asia Centre", which is expected to be established in Delhi will act as the secretariat for the India-Central Asia Summit coordination, which henceforth becomes a permanent fixture as ties are taken to a higher level. The suggestion for the establishment of such a secretariat was given by India and will provide an institutional framework for the development of relationships. Another key outcome will be the establishment of ministerial-level platforms for engagement in 4 key areas--political issues and development cooperation, trade and connectivity, culture and tourism and, most importantly defense and security. At the non-governmental level increased interaction is being proposed between business chambers, think-tanks. Also read | India, Russia exchange 'non-paper' on engagement in Central Asia A special emphasis will be on enlarging engagement when it comes to Information technology sector. India has already assisted in the establishment of IT park in Uzbek capital Tashkent, the first phase being inaugurated in 2019. In Tajikistan, with a grant of $ 0.6 million, an Information and Technology Centre (Bedil Centre) was commissioned in 2006 by Indian support and the project trained almost all the first-generation IT experts in government sector of the country. New Delhi has been pitching for an Iran-based India-built Chabahar port to increase connectivity and trade from landlocked central Asia to the wider Indian Ocean region. Uzbekistan, a doubly landlocked country, Kazakhstan have been enthusiastic supporters of the use of ports to increase connectivity. The continuous focus has been on the share civilizational connect, which also remains the much-celebrated aspect of the ties. As part of defense industrial cooperation, India has offered a Line of Credit of 40 million to Uzbekistan. Indian, Uzbek armies had undertaken 10 day-long joint military exercises at Ranikhet, Uttarakhand last year in which 45 soldiers from each side participated. The announcement of the summit came last week and comes even as both sides, this year mark the 30th year of establishment of formal diplomatic ties. Ministry of external affairs in a statement said, "During the first India-Central Asia Summit, the Leaders are expected to discuss steps to take forward India-Central Asia relations to newer heights. They are also expected to exchange views on regional and international issues of interest, especially the evolving regional security situation." Afghanistan naturally will be one of the main points of discussion, given 3 Central Asian countries-- Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan share direct land border with the country. The Taliban takeover of Kabul last year has complicated the situation, with many of these countries fearing a spillover into their territories. The National security advisors (NSAs) of the central Asian countries had last year visited Delhi for a meeting on Afghanistan in which Russian, Iranian NSA level counterparts had also participated. The summit comes as New Delhi has been expanding depth of its commitments with all central Asian capitals. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had visited all the central Asian countries in 2015, which was the first of its kind tour by any Indian Prime minister. EAM Jaishankar had last year visited two Central Asian countries - Uzbekistan and Tajikistan. India has in the past announced a $ 1 billion line of credit for priority development projects in fields such as connectivity, energy, IT, healthcare, education, agriculture, etc for the entire region also known as "the stans" since all the countries in the region end with suffix stan, which in Persian means "land of".

India, Central Asia to hold summit once in two years, establish secretariat for coordination

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<p>Health experts and scientists are probing a recently-discovered Omicron's sub-variant of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in order to determine the potential impact and study how it could affect future pandemic spread.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has termed the Omicron BA.2 as a "variant under investigation" after the emergence of cases said to be caused by the sub-variant.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>As per the latest information, more than 400 cases of the Omicron sub-variant have been identified in England, initial data suggests that the sub-variant is spreading relatively faster. So far, 426 infections have been confirmed as per reports on Sunday evening.&nbsp;</p>

<p>UKHSA has also indicated the latest variant has been detected in some 40 other countries, which is resulting in the rise in the number of recent cases. The health body said the sub-variant has spread in nations including India, Denmark and Sweden.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Omicron sub-variant in India</strong></p>

<p>Weighing in on the recent trend, the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) talked about Omicron cases in the country in its latest bulletin.&nbsp;</p>

<p>INSACOG said while most Omicron cases in the country so far have been asymptomatic or mild, hospitalisations and ICU cases have increased in the current wave. The body also said that the threat level remains unchanged. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"Omicron is now in community transmission in India and has become dominant in multiple metros, where new cases have been rising exponentially," INSACOG.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>On the sub-variant, INSACOG said, "BA.2 lineage is in a substantial fraction in India and S gene dropout based screening is thus likely to give high false negatives."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The recently reported B.1.640.2 lineage is being monitored. There is no evidence of rapid spread and while it has features of immune escape, it is currently not a variant of concern. So far, no case has been detected in India," the INSACOG said.</p>

<p><strong>Health experts are probing</strong></p>

<p>Scientists must evaluate how the virus continues to evolve and mutate. Its latest incarnation does not possess the specific mutation used to track and compare BA.1 against Delta, the previously dominant strain.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"What surprised us is the rapidity with which this sub-variant, which has been circulating to a great extent in Asia, has taken hold in Denmark," French epidemiologist Antoine Flahault told AFP.</p>

<p>"(France) expected a spike in contaminations in mid-January: It didn't happen and perhaps that is due to this sub-variant, which seems very transmissible but not more virulent" than BA.1, he observed.</p>

<p>"What interests us is if this (sub-variant) possesses different characteristics" from BA.1 in terms of contagiousness and severity, France's public health agency said Friday.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern cancels her wedding as COVID cases rise due to Omicron</strong></p>

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Health experts and scientists are probing a recently-discovered Omicron's sub-variant of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in order to determine the potential impact and study how it could affect future pandemic spread.

Health experts and scientists are probing a recently-discovered Omicron's sub-variant of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in order to determine the potential impact and study how it could affect future pandemic spread. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has termed the Omicron BA.2 as a "variant under investigation" after the emergence of cases said to be caused by the sub-variant. ALSO READ | Has third wave of coronavirus peaked in India? Find several answers As per the latest information, more than 400 cases of the Omicron sub-variant have been identified in England, initial data suggests that the sub-variant is spreading relatively faster. So far, 426 infections have been confirmed as per reports on Sunday evening. UKHSA has also indicated the latest variant has been detected in some 40 other countries, which is resulting in the rise in the number of recent cases. The health body said the sub-variant has spread in nations including India, Denmark and Sweden. Omicron sub-variant in India Weighing in on the recent trend, the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) talked about Omicron cases in the country in its latest bulletin. INSACOG said while most Omicron cases in the country so far have been asymptomatic or mild, hospitalisations and ICU cases have increased in the current wave. The body also said that the threat level remains unchanged. "Omicron is now in community transmission in India and has become dominant in multiple metros, where new cases have been rising exponentially," INSACOG. ALSO READ | 'We are worried': Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam defends hamster culling On the sub-variant, INSACOG said, "BA.2 lineage is in a substantial fraction in India and S gene dropout based screening is thus likely to give high false negatives." "The recently reported B.1.640.2 lineage is being monitored. There is no evidence of rapid spread and while it has features of immune escape, it is currently not a variant of concern. So far, no case has been detected in India," the INSACOG said. Health experts are probing Scientists must evaluate how the virus continues to evolve and mutate. Its latest incarnation does not possess the specific mutation used to track and compare BA.1 against Delta, the previously dominant strain. "What surprised us is the rapidity with which this sub-variant, which has been circulating to a great extent in Asia, has taken hold in Denmark," French epidemiologist Antoine Flahault told AFP. "(France) expected a spike in contaminations in mid-January: It didn't happen and perhaps that is due to this sub-variant, which seems very transmissible but not more virulent" than BA.1, he observed. "What interests us is if this (sub-variant) possesses different characteristics" from BA.1 in terms of contagiousness and severity, France's public health agency said Friday. WATCH | New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern cancels her wedding as COVID cases rise due to Omicron × (With inputs from agencies)

COVID-19: Is Omicron 'sub-variant' BA.2 a threat in India? More than 400 cases found in England

<p>The Ministry of External Affairs has said that India will supply wheat consignments to Afghanistan through Pakistan in beginning of February.</p>

<p>“Pakistan has allowed the transportation of Indian Wheat assistance for Afghanistan on humanitarian grounds on exceptional basis. We have conveyed to the Indian side the necessary details of arrangements put in place by Pakistan and for about three weeks now, we are awaiting further response from India regarding the date of dispatch and other information of the first consignment,” spokesperson of Pakistan’s foreign ministry said.</p>

<p>The two countries have agreed to join hands at a time when Afghanistan is in desperate need of international aid ever since the Taliban regime took over in August this year.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/iran-offers-to-transfer-indian-wheat-to-afghanistan-443326">Also read |&nbsp;Iran offers to transfer Indian wheat to Afghanistan</a></strong></p>

<p>Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has also offered help in the transfer of Indian wheat to Afghanistan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Western sanctions aimed at the Taliban also prevented the passage of basic supplies of food and medicine, although this has since eased after exemptions were passed by the UN&nbsp;Security Council and Washington in December.</p>

<p>According to the UN estimates, nearly 23 million Afghans are facing acute food shortage, with as many as 3.2 million children at the risk of malnutrition.</p>

<p>The UNDP has warned that 97 per cent of Afghans would slip below the poverty line by June next year if steps are not taken.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-warn-against-womens-rights-activism-after-two-activists-were-seized-from-their-homes-446896" hreflang="en">Taliban warn against women's rights activism after two women disappear</a></strong></p>

<p>“We have committed to supplying 50,000 tonnes of wheat as well as lifesaving medicines as humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan. We are in discussions with Pakistani authorities on the exact modalities of shipment of wheat. We remain committed to providing humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan,” MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said.</p>

<p>Last month, India sent 1.6 metric tonnes of medicine to Afghanistan via Kam airway, the first such consignment under the Taliban regime.</p>

<p>Abdul Qahar Balkhi, spokesperson of the Taliban foreign ministry, had praised the assistance and said, "We appreciate the arrival of two tonnes of Indian-assisted medicine to Indira Gandhi Children's Hospital in Kabul."</p>

<p>The abrupt withdrawal of foreign aid following the hasty exit of American forces and the Taliban's stunning victory last August left Afghanistan's economy on the brink of collapse.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Ministry of External Affairs has said that India will supply wheat consignments to Afghanistan through Pakistan in beginning of February. “Pakistan has allowed the transportation of Indian Wheat assistance for Afghanistan on humanitarian grounds on exceptional basis.

The Ministry of External Affairs has said that India will supply wheat consignments to Afghanistan through Pakistan in beginning of February. “Pakistan has allowed the transportation of Indian Wheat assistance for Afghanistan on humanitarian grounds on exceptional basis. We have conveyed to the Indian side the necessary details of arrangements put in place by Pakistan and for about three weeks now, we are awaiting further response from India regarding the date of dispatch and other information of the first consignment,” spokesperson of Pakistan’s foreign ministry said. The two countries have agreed to join hands at a time when Afghanistan is in desperate need of international aid ever since the Taliban regime took over in August this year. Also read | Iran offers to transfer Indian wheat to Afghanistan Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian has also offered help in the transfer of Indian wheat to Afghanistan. Western sanctions aimed at the Taliban also prevented the passage of basic supplies of food and medicine, although this has since eased after exemptions were passed by the UN Security Council and Washington in December. According to the UN estimates, nearly 23 million Afghans are facing acute food shortage, with as many as 3.2 million children at the risk of malnutrition. The UNDP has warned that 97 per cent of Afghans would slip below the poverty line by June next year if steps are not taken. Also read | Taliban warn against women's rights activism after two women disappear “We have committed to supplying 50,000 tonnes of wheat as well as lifesaving medicines as humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan. We are in discussions with Pakistani authorities on the exact modalities of shipment of wheat. We remain committed to providing humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan,” MEA spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said. Last month, India sent 1.6 metric tonnes of medicine to Afghanistan via Kam airway, the first such consignment under the Taliban regime. Abdul Qahar Balkhi, spokesperson of the Taliban foreign ministry, had praised the assistance and said, "We appreciate the arrival of two tonnes of Indian-assisted medicine to Indira Gandhi Children's Hospital in Kabul." The abrupt withdrawal of foreign aid following the hasty exit of American forces and the Taliban's stunning victory last August left Afghanistan's economy on the brink of collapse. (With inputs from agencies)

India to supply wheat consignments to Afghanistan through Pakistan in beginning of February

<p>On the occasion of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's 125th birth anniversary, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the hologram statue of the freedom fighter at India Gate. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The hologram statue is a placeholder until a granite statue is installed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For the first time, India is beginning Republic Day celebrations from January 23 instead of January 24. This is being done to include the birth anniversary of late freedom fighter. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/proud-of-his-monumental-contribution-india-pays-tributes-on-netaji-subhas-chandra-bose-birth-anniversary-446833" hreflang="en">'Proud of his monumental contribution': India pays tributes on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose birth anniversary</a></strong></p>

<p>The hologram statue is powered by a 30,000 lumens 4K projector. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>An invisible, high gain, 90 per cent transparent holographic screen has also been erected in such a way that it is not visible to public. The 3D image of Netaji will be projected on it to create the effect of a hologram. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/taiwan-where-netaji-went-missing-offers-to-open-its-national-archives-to-rediscover-legacy-446843" hreflang="en">Taiwan, where Netaji went missing, offers to open its national archives to 'rediscover legacy'</a></strong></p>

<p>The size of the hologram statue is 28 feet in height and 6 feet in width, as per a statement issued by Prime Minister's Office. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"This is not just a statue but a befitting tribute to the legendary Netaji, who gave everything for India’s freedom," said Union home minister Amit Shah.</p>

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On the occasion of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's 125th birth anniversary, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the hologram statue of the freedom fighter at India Gate.

On the occasion of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's 125th birth anniversary, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the hologram statue of the freedom fighter at India Gate. The hologram statue is a placeholder until a granite statue is installed. For the first time, India is beginning Republic Day celebrations from January 23 instead of January 24. This is being done to include the birth anniversary of late freedom fighter. Also Read: 'Proud of his monumental contribution': India pays tributes on Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose birth anniversary The hologram statue is powered by a 30,000 lumens 4K projector. At the programme to mark the unveiling of the hologram statue of Netaji Bose. https://t.co/OxRPKqf1Q7 — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 23, 2022 × An invisible, high gain, 90 per cent transparent holographic screen has also been erected in such a way that it is not visible to public. The 3D image of Netaji will be projected on it to create the effect of a hologram. Also Read: Taiwan, where Netaji went missing, offers to open its national archives to 'rediscover legacy' The size of the hologram statue is 28 feet in height and 6 feet in width, as per a statement issued by Prime Minister's Office. "This is not just a statue but a befitting tribute to the legendary Netaji, who gave everything for India’s freedom," said Union home minister Amit Shah. (With inputs from agencies)

On Netaji's 125th birth anniversary, Indian PM Modi unveils hologram statue at India Gate

<p>In the past couple of days, a quite unusual and striking hashtag has dominated the social media trends in India, especially on the microblogging site Twitter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Hashtag 'Marriage Strike' was trending in India, with thousands of people weighing in with their opinion and thought process around the context.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>But what is the context?</strong></p>

<p>The trend started as High Court in India is debating the possibility of criminalising 'marital rape'. Amid the ongoing Court proceedings, some social media users have used the hashtag #MarriageStrike to talk about the potential impact of the move (if it happens).&nbsp;Some have claimed that the move might favour women. Some men have vowed to never ever get married.&nbsp;</p>

<p>There are also claims on how the law could help those who are suffering in silence.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The social media debate got heated when the men vs women narratives were brought in. The topic created a huge divide between the difference in opinions of men and women.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>The story so far...</strong></p>

<p>The Delhi High Court Thursday (January 20) deliberated upon the challenge raised to the exception under the rape law that protects a husband from prosecution for a non-consensual sexual act with his wife and asked whether the same could be unconstitutional if the law was gender-neutral.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The bench is hearing PILs filed by NGOs RIT Foundation, All India Democratic Women's Association, a man and a woman seeking striking down of the exception granted to husbands under the Indian rape law.</p>

<p>Senior Advocate Rebecca John, Amicus Curiae in the matter, argued before the division bench of justices Rajiv Shakdher and C Hari Shankar of Delhi High Court that a married woman can be subjected to sexual intercourse without her consent then that exception too must be viewed as an instrument of oppression.</p>

<p><strong>What does the law say?</strong></p>

<p>The exception to Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code, says sexual intercourse by a man with his own wife, the wife not being under fifteen years of age, is not rape.</p>

<p>Amicus John submitted that a class of individuals who enjoyed legal immunity from prosecution due to exception will now lose it if it is declared unconstitutional.</p>

<p>"That is not creation of a new offence. It is simply lifting of immunity from prosecution," the advocate submitted demanding to strike down the exception to Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Go on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarriageStrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarriageStrike</a> before it's too late. <a href="https://t.co/Qonz6jtTJR">pic.twitter.com/Qonz6jtTJR</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The Indian Judiciary allows the married women to have sex with her boyfriend and deny sex to her husband. If the husband insist to exercise his conjugal rights he gets tagged as a Rapist. Hence <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarriageStrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarriageStrike</a> Nationwide <a href="https://t.co/3Do2u7a05c">https://t.co/3Do2u7a05c</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Save yourselves from marriage. Marriage has become crime. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarriageStrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarriageStrike</a> <a href="https://t.co/8VJJo0qEBz">pic.twitter.com/8VJJo0qEBz</a></p>
— Virain (@virainizm) <a href="https://twitter.com/virainizm/status/1485175554122735616?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 23, 2022</a></blockquote>
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▪️Buy property only if u are sure of ur marriage &amp; not due to pressure from in-laws<br />
▪️Have a child only if u r sure of relationship &amp; not under compulsion from wife, ur parents or society<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarriageStrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarriageStrike</a></p>
— Men’s Day Out (@MensDayOutIndia) <a href="https://twitter.com/MensDayOutIndia/status/1485213678102532097?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 23, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">I am a educated man and working as Software Engineer... I want to save myself from biased law. I am on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarriageStrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarriageStrike</a></p>
— smehra1123 (@smehra1123) <a href="https://twitter.com/smehra1123/status/1484923969539289089?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 22, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">When you speak to feminist.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarriageStrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarriageStrike</a> <a href="https://t.co/c2JwqgXyBq">pic.twitter.com/c2JwqgXyBq</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Wow , all are men and boys are discussing about <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarriageStrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarriageStrike</a> . Boys and Men well done 🤠 <a href="https://t.co/qSPSDcOIi9">pic.twitter.com/qSPSDcOIi9</a></p>
— Gabbar 2.0 (@khabribanda) <a href="https://twitter.com/khabribanda/status/1485142747267100676?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 23, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">To all my brother's &amp; their fmly members who r victims of fake matrimonial cases. Keep patience &amp; do not worry...Havind d right mindset is very important to fight these fake cases. Keep trending <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarriageStrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarriageStrike</a> to save other ppl from these gender biased laws. Together we win 👍 <a href="https://t.co/VzTPBJOzcI">pic.twitter.com/VzTPBJOzcI</a></p>
— Manish$ (@Fight4Right81) <a href="https://twitter.com/Fight4Right81/status/1485233623762862081?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 23, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">The fact that Indian men are on “marriage strike” against marital rape laws tells us one basic thing about our society, men want unlimited access to women’s bodies. Don’t tell me these laws will be misused. Just know that if you are on strike it’s best you don’t get married.</p>
— Ntasha Bhardwaj (@ntashabhardwaj) <a href="https://twitter.com/ntashabhardwaj/status/1484475134391947270?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 21, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Just woke up and I’m seeing <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarriageStrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarriageStrike</a> all over my timeline. I believe it’ll help innocent men. <a href="https://t.co/01yf7KyzqV">pic.twitter.com/01yf7KyzqV</a></p>
— Road Runner 🇮🇳 (@iwinfairly) <a href="https://twitter.com/iwinfairly/status/1483671392210284548?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 19, 2022</a></blockquote>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Men deciding to opt out of marriage if marital rape is criminalised is a huge win-win for the feminist movement. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarriageStrike?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MarriageStrike</a></p>
— Siddharth (@DearthOfSid) <a href="https://twitter.com/DearthOfSid/status/1483737615493120000?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 19, 2022</a></blockquote>
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In the past couple of days, a quite unusual and striking hashtag has dominated the social media trends in India, especially on the microblogging site Twitter. Hashtag 'Marriage Strike' was trending in India, with thousands of people weighing in with their opinion and thought process around the context.

In the past couple of days, a quite unusual and striking hashtag has dominated the social media trends in India, especially on the microblogging site Twitter. Hashtag 'Marriage Strike' was trending in India, with thousands of people weighing in with their opinion and thought process around the context. But what is the context? The trend started as High Court in India is debating the possibility of criminalising 'marital rape'. Amid the ongoing Court proceedings, some social media users have used the hashtag #MarriageStrike to talk about the potential impact of the move (if it happens). Some have claimed that the move might favour women. Some men have vowed to never ever get married. There are also claims on how the law could help those who are suffering in silence. The social media debate got heated when the men vs women narratives were brought in. The topic created a huge divide between the difference in opinions of men and women. The story so far... The Delhi High Court Thursday (January 20) deliberated upon the challenge raised to the exception under the rape law that protects a husband from prosecution for a non-consensual sexual act with his wife and asked whether the same could be unconstitutional if the law was gender-neutral. The bench is hearing PILs filed by NGOs RIT Foundation, All India Democratic Women's Association, a man and a woman seeking striking down of the exception granted to husbands under the Indian rape law. Senior Advocate Rebecca John, Amicus Curiae in the matter, argued before the division bench of justices Rajiv Shakdher and C Hari Shankar of Delhi High Court that a married woman can be subjected to sexual intercourse without her consent then that exception too must be viewed as an instrument of oppression. What does the law say? The exception to Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code, says sexual intercourse by a man with his own wife, the wife not being under fifteen years of age, is not rape. Amicus John submitted that a class of individuals who enjoyed legal immunity from prosecution due to exception will now lose it if it is declared unconstitutional. "That is not creation of a new offence. It is simply lifting of immunity from prosecution," the advocate submitted demanding to strike down the exception to Section 375 of the Indian Penal Code. Social debate Go on #MarriageStrike before it's too late. pic.twitter.com/Qonz6jtTJR — pramod arya (@pramod114) January 23, 2022 × The Indian Judiciary allows the married women to have sex with her boyfriend and deny sex to her husband. If the husband insist to exercise his conjugal rights he gets tagged as a Rapist. Hence #MarriageStrike Nationwide https://t.co/3Do2u7a05c — Ashraf Ansari (@ashrafnansari) January 23, 2022 × Save yourselves from marriage. Marriage has become crime. #MarriageStrike pic.twitter.com/8VJJo0qEBz — Virain (@virainizm) January 23, 2022 × Thumb Rule | ▪️If u r planning to get married, stay on rent for first 5yrs ▪️Buy property only if u are sure of ur marriage & not due to pressure from in-laws ▪️Have a child only if u r sure of relationship & not under compulsion from wife, ur parents or society#MarriageStrike — Men’s Day Out (@MensDayOutIndia) January 23, 2022 × I am a educated man and working as Software Engineer... I want to save myself from biased law. I am on #MarriageStrike — smehra1123 (@smehra1123) January 22, 2022 × When you speak to feminist.#MarriageStrike pic.twitter.com/c2JwqgXyBq — Pahadi (@pahadi005) January 21, 2022 × Wow , all are men and boys are discussing about #MarriageStrike . Boys and Men well done 🤠 pic.twitter.com/qSPSDcOIi9 — Gabbar 2.0 (@khabribanda) January 23, 2022 × To all my brother's & their fmly members who r victims of fake matrimonial cases. Keep patience & do not worry...Havind d right mindset is very important to fight these fake cases. Keep trending #MarriageStrike to save other ppl from these gender biased laws. Together we win 👍 pic.twitter.com/VzTPBJOzcI — Manish$ (@Fight4Right81) January 23, 2022 × The fact that Indian men are on “marriage strike” against marital rape laws tells us one basic thing about our society, men want unlimited access to women’s bodies. Don’t tell me these laws will be misused. Just know that if you are on strike it’s best you don’t get married. — Ntasha Bhardwaj (@ntashabhardwaj) January 21, 2022 × Just woke up and I’m seeing #MarriageStrike all over my timeline. I believe it’ll help innocent men. pic.twitter.com/01yf7KyzqV — Road Runner 🇮🇳 (@iwinfairly) January 19, 2022 × Men deciding to opt out of marriage if marital rape is criminalised is a huge win-win for the feminist movement. #MarriageStrike — Siddharth (@DearthOfSid) January 19, 2022 × (With inputs from agencies)

Why do men want 'Marriage Strike'? A social media debate is raging in India over criminalising marital rape

<p>On the occasion of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's 125th birth anniversary, several Indian leaders, such as President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and others, paid rich tributes to the freedom fighter. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The prime minister will unveil a hologram statue at India Gate at around 6 pm in New Delhi on Sunday. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p>On this special day, let us revisit the life journey of the freedom fighter. &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/on-125th-birth-anniversary-indian-pm-modi-to-unveil-netajis-hologram-statue-at-india-gate-446850" hreflang="en">On 125th birth anniversary, Indian PM Modi to unveil Netaji's hologram statue at India Gate</a></strong></p>

<p>Bose was born to advocate Janakinath Bose in Odisha's Cuttack in 1897. He played a crucial role in India's freedom struggle against the oppressive British colonial rule.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Indian nationalist leader encouraged the people to engage in radical protest and revolution in India. &nbsp;</p>

<p>He gave many famous slogans, such as "Jai Hind" and "Tum Mujhe Khoon Do, Main Tumhe Azadi Dunga". &nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/taiwan-where-netaji-went-missing-offers-to-open-its-national-archives-to-rediscover-legacy-446843" hreflang="en">Taiwan, where Netaji went missing, offers to open its national archives to 'rediscover legacy'</a></strong></p>

<p>He studied at Presidency College, Calcutta (now Kolkata) and went to the University of Cambridge in England to prepare for the Indian Civil Service. &nbsp;</p>

<p>He raised Azad Hind Fauj, which composed of Indian soldiers captured by Axis Powers in World War II and fought against the British forces in India. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In August 1945, Netaji supposedly died in a plane crash in Taiwan. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


On the occasion of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's 125th birth anniversary, several Indian leaders, such as President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and others, paid rich tributes to the freedom fighter.

On the occasion of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's 125th birth anniversary, several Indian leaders, such as President Ram Nath Kovind, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and others, paid rich tributes to the freedom fighter. The prime minister will unveil a hologram statue at India Gate at around 6 pm in New Delhi on Sunday. On this special day, let us revisit the life journey of the freedom fighter. Also Read: On 125th birth anniversary, Indian PM Modi to unveil Netaji's hologram statue at India Gate Bose was born to advocate Janakinath Bose in Odisha's Cuttack in 1897. He played a crucial role in India's freedom struggle against the oppressive British colonial rule. The Indian nationalist leader encouraged the people to engage in radical protest and revolution in India. He gave many famous slogans, such as "Jai Hind" and "Tum Mujhe Khoon Do, Main Tumhe Azadi Dunga". Also Read: Taiwan, where Netaji went missing, offers to open its national archives to 'rediscover legacy' He studied at Presidency College, Calcutta (now Kolkata) and went to the University of Cambridge in England to prepare for the Indian Civil Service. He raised Azad Hind Fauj, which composed of Indian soldiers captured by Axis Powers in World War II and fought against the British forces in India. In August 1945, Netaji supposedly died in a plane crash in Taiwan. (With inputs from agencies)

On Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose's birth anniversary, let’s revisit Indian freedom fighter's life journey

<p>The official Twitter accounts of Indian Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh, &nbsp;Rajasthan Governor Kalraj Mishra and former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda were hacked on Sunday. A similar tweet in Urdu was shared from Minister Rao Inderjit and Governor Kalraj's handle.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After translation, the tweet read, “good morning Uncle Spooky and Hybrid are upon you."</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, Bhupinder Singh Hooda’s username was changed to ‘@iLoveAlbaik’.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per reports by local media, Kalraj Mishra and Rao Inderjit Singh have lodged official complaints with Twitter and Telecom Ministry.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In an incident similar to this, the Twitter handle of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) was also hacked on Saturday.</p>

<p>The disaster management force is currently investigating the issue as a senior official said that technical experts are looking into the issue.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The handle termed as '@NDRFHQ' briefly posted some random messages.&nbsp;</p>


The official Twitter accounts of Indian Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh, Rajasthan Governor Kalraj Mishra and former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda were hacked on Sunday.

The official Twitter accounts of Indian Union Minister Rao Inderjit Singh, Rajasthan Governor Kalraj Mishra and former Haryana Chief Minister Bhupinder Singh Hooda were hacked on Sunday. A similar tweet in Urdu was shared from Minister Rao Inderjit and Governor Kalraj's handle. After translation, the tweet read, “good morning Uncle Spooky and Hybrid are upon you." يصباح الخير عمكم سبوكي وهايبرد يصبحون عليكم😘 — कलराज मिश्र (Kalraj Mishra) (@KalrajMishra) January 23, 2022 × Meanwhile, Bhupinder Singh Hooda’s username was changed to ‘@iLoveAlbaik’. As per reports by local media, Kalraj Mishra and Rao Inderjit Singh have lodged official complaints with Twitter and Telecom Ministry. In an incident similar to this, the Twitter handle of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) was also hacked on Saturday. The disaster management force is currently investigating the issue as a senior official said that technical experts are looking into the issue. The handle termed as '@NDRFHQ' briefly posted some random messages.

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