After several delays, the voting on the no-confidence motion concluded in Pakistan. 174 members voted in favour of motion to oust Imran Khan-led government. The new prime minister of the country will be elected on Monday and PM Imran Khan's term came to an unceremonious end.

174 members in Pak Parliament vote in favour of motion to oust Imran Khan-led govt

Amid the constitution crisis in the country, Pakistan's Army has conducted a test of the surface-to-surface medium-range ballistic missile Shaheen-III on Saturday. &nbsp;

The test of the missile, which can strike targets up to 2,750 kilometres, was successful. In this range, it can hit a number of Indian cities. &nbsp;

This comes as all eyes of Pakistan are on the Parliament, where Prime Minister Imran Khan may face ouster after no-confidence vote is held. &nbsp;

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In a statement, the military's media wing Inter Services Public Relations, said, "The test flight was aimed at revalidating various design and technical parameters of the weapon system." &nbsp;

The Pakistan government agencies claim this missile is capable of reaching the farthest point in India like northeast or Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the Dawn newspaper reported. &nbsp;

This missile is solid-fuelled. It is also equipped with the Post-Separation Altitude Correction (PSAC) system. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;Heated debate in Pakistan's parliament amid the ongoing political crisis

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The solid fuel is helpful in rapid response capabilities, while the PSAC feature enables it to adjust the warhead trajectory for greater accuracy and evading anti-ballistic missile defence systems, the report said. &nbsp;&nbsp;

In March 2015, the missile was tested for the first time. &nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Amid the constitution crisis in the country, Pakistan's Army has conducted a test of the surface-to-surface medium-range ballistic missile Shaheen-III on Saturday.

Amid the constitution crisis in the country, Pakistan's Army has conducted a test of the surface-to-surface medium-range ballistic missile Shaheen-III on Saturday. The test of the missile, which can strike targets up to 2,750 kilometres, was successful. In this range, it can hit a number of Indian cities. This comes as all eyes of Pakistan are on the Parliament, where Prime Minister Imran Khan may face ouster after no-confidence vote is held. Also Read: No vote yet: Pak National Assembly session gets adjourned again In a statement, the military's media wing Inter Services Public Relations, said, "The test flight was aimed at revalidating various design and technical parameters of the weapon system." The Pakistan government agencies claim this missile is capable of reaching the farthest point in India like northeast or Andaman and Nicobar Islands, the Dawn newspaper reported. This missile is solid-fuelled. It is also equipped with the Post-Separation Altitude Correction (PSAC) system. Watch: Heated debate in Pakistan's parliament amid the ongoing political crisis The solid fuel is helpful in rapid response capabilities, while the PSAC feature enables it to adjust the warhead trajectory for greater accuracy and evading anti-ballistic missile defence systems, the report said. In March 2015, the missile was tested for the first time. (With inputs from agencies)

As Pak’s Parliament decides PM’s future, army conducts ballistic missile Shaheen-III test successfully

The rivalry between Somalia's President & PM is showing no sign of cooling down. The rift between Somalia's President & PM has grown after PM Roble expelled the African Union representative.

The rift between Somalia's President & PM grows after PM Roble expelled AU representative

Pakistan PM Imran Khan's fate hangs in the balance as the country's top court is all set to once again take up the rejection of a no-confidence motion against him

Pakistan political crisis: No-trust annulment reaches Supreme Court

Imran Khan will continue to dispose of his duties as the prime minister, Pakistan President Arif Alvi said hours after the cricketer-turned-politician was de-notified as PM by the cabinet secretary.

Pakistan: Imran Khan to remain caretaker PM appointed

Pakistan President announces that Imran Khan will remain the PM of the nation till a caretaker PM is appointed under Article 224 A(4) of the constitution.

Pakistan Political Crisis: Imran Khan to remain PM till caretaker PM appointed

Suo Moto proceedings begin in the Supreme Court. The Court has issued notice to Attorney General to explain the constitutional position for invoking Article 5.

Pakistan Political Crisis: Suo Moto proceedings begin in the Supreme Court

Opposition party holds protest in Pakistan National Assembly post adjournment, PML-N leader Ayaz Sadiq calls for Supreme Court intervention.

Opposition party leader Ayaz Sadiq calls for Supreme Court intervention

Pakistan Opposition leader Khawaja Asif in an exclusive conversation with Anas Mallick talks about ongoing political crisis.

Pakistan opposition leader Khawaja Asif in an exclusive conversation with WION

Opposition party in Pakistan staged protest in the National Assembly and the political battle has once again reached the door of Supreme Court.

Political Battle in Pakistan again at the door of Supreme Court, Opposition stages protest

Joint Opposition held a parallel session and chooses its speaker in Pakistan Assembly after the house was adjourned by the Deputy Speaker.

Joint Opposition holds a unprecedented parallel session in Pakistan Assembly

In the latest development, Pakistani president Arif Alvi on the advice of the Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan has announced that he has dissolved the national assembly. With this, Pakistani prime minister has also called for early snap elections.

Pakistan President dissolves national assembly as PM Imran Khan calls for early elections

Deputy Speaker of National Assembly in Pakistan dismissed the no-confidence vote against Imran Khan led government. Opposition is in disbelief and has decided to move the Supreme Court against the ruling.

Opposition in Pakistan to move Supreme Court against ruling by Deputy Speaker

Deputy Speaker of Pakistan Assembly rubbishes no confidence vote against Imran Khan government calling it unconstitutional.

Dy Speaker of Pakistan Assembly rubbishes no-confidence vote against Imran Khan government

No Confidence vote in Pakistan will begin shortly, PM Imran Khan has urged the youth to gather on streets to protest against the lawmakers.

D-day for Pakistan PM Imran Khan, no confidence vote to begin shortly

Opposition leaders in Pakistan have gathered for a key parliament meet ahead of no-trust vote to bring down the Imran Khan led government.

Key parliament meet in Pakistan ahead of no-trust vote against PM Imran Khan

Pakistan PM continues to put up a brave face despite no political support and urges people to gather as a show of public support

Pakistan PM continues to put up a brave face despite no political support

Pakistan PM has called for youngsters to carry out a nationwide protest against the foreign conspiracies to oust him

Pakistan PM calls for a nationwide protest against foreign conspiracies to oust him

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Nepalese counterpart Sher Bahadur Deuba held delegation-level talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Saturday. &nbsp;

The two leaders also vowed to further expand bilateral ties in several areas and inaugurated a number of projects. &nbsp;

These included a power transmission line, cross-border railway network and launch of India's RuPay payment card in Nepal. &nbsp;

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Built under India's Grant Assistance, the train services between India’s Jainagar and Nepal’s Kurtha were inaugurated on Saturday. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Among the projects, Solu Corridor 132 KV power transmission line and sub-station in Nepal built under government of India's Line of Credit were also inaugurated. Nepal also joined International Solar Alliance. &nbsp;

Four pacts were inked by the two sides to expand cooperation in railways and energy after the wide-ranging talks. &nbsp;&nbsp;

In a statement, Modi said the friendly ties between India and Nepal are unique. And this relationship is not seen anywhere else in the world. &nbsp;

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India has been and will continue to be a firm companion in Nepal's journey for peace, prosperity and development, the PM said. &nbsp;

Nepalese prime minister, who is on a three-day visit to India, has been accompanied by a high-level delegation. He arrived in New Delhi on Friday. &nbsp;

Deuba said Nepal's relations with India are "highly important”. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Nepalese counterpart Sher Bahadur Deuba held delegation-level talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Saturday. The two leaders also vowed to further expand bilateral ties in several areas and inaugurated a number of projects.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Nepalese counterpart Sher Bahadur Deuba held delegation-level talks at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Saturday. The two leaders also vowed to further expand bilateral ties in several areas and inaugurated a number of projects. These included a power transmission line, cross-border railway network and launch of India's RuPay payment card in Nepal. Also Read | Confident that Nepalese PM Deuba's visit will further strengthen ties: Jaishankar Built under India's Grant Assistance, the train services between India’s Jainagar and Nepal’s Kurtha were inaugurated on Saturday. Among the projects, Solu Corridor 132 KV power transmission line and sub-station in Nepal built under government of India's Line of Credit were also inaugurated. Nepal also joined International Solar Alliance. Four pacts were inked by the two sides to expand cooperation in railways and energy after the wide-ranging talks. In a statement, Modi said the friendly ties between India and Nepal are unique. And this relationship is not seen anywhere else in the world. Watch: Nepal PM Deuba holds a joint briefing with Indian PM Modi at Hyderabad House in New Delhi × India has been and will continue to be a firm companion in Nepal's journey for peace, prosperity and development, the PM said. Nepalese prime minister, who is on a three-day visit to India, has been accompanied by a high-level delegation. He arrived in New Delhi on Friday. Deuba said Nepal's relations with India are "highly important”. (With inputs from agencies)

Along with delegation-level talks, Indian PM, Nepalese counterpart inaugurate projects

Final Countdown situation in Pakistan for Imran Khan government. PM Khan says that establishment has given him three options- call for fresh elections, resign from position or face no confidence motion.

Final Countdown in Pakistan: PM Imran Khan makes final attempt to save the government

Britain will consider changes to Chelsea Football Club's licence, granted to allow the team to keep playing following sanctions on its owner Roman Abramovich, Prime Minister Boris Johnson's spokesman said on Friday.

"We're in constant contact with the club and the Premier League over any issues that have been raised through the sanctions and the licence that the Treasury have issued them," the spokesman told reporters.

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"It's now up to the club to apply for any amended licence. I believe Chelsea have said that they will do that, and we'll obviously work with the club and... the league to consider any operationally necessary changes."

Britain will consider changes to Chelsea Football Club's licence, granted to allow the team to keep playing following sanctions on its owner Roman Abramovich, Prime Minister Boris Johnson's spokesman said on Friday.

Britain will consider changes to Chelsea Football Club's licence, granted to allow the team to keep playing following sanctions on its owner Roman Abramovich, Prime Minister Boris Johnson's spokesman said on Friday. "We're in constant contact with the club and the Premier League over any issues that have been raised through the sanctions and the licence that the Treasury have issued them," the spokesman told reporters. ALSO READ: UEFA opens disciplinary proceedings against PSG President Nasser Al Khelaifi after 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid "It's now up to the club to apply for any amended licence. I believe Chelsea have said that they will do that, and we'll obviously work with the club and... the league to consider any operationally necessary changes."

Britain to work with Chelsea Football Club on changes to its licence, says PM's spokesman

The election of Yoon Suk-yeol as South Korea's next president has been welcomed by Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Thursday. &nbsp;&nbsp;

The PM said he hoped to work closely with him to rebuild healthier ties with the neighbour. &nbsp;

Kishida told reporters, "I offer my heartfelt congratulations on his election. Especially now as the international community faces major change, healthy Japan-South Korea relations are ... indispensable." &nbsp;

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On Thursday, 60-year-old Yoon also talked with US President Joe Biden over call, Yonhap News reported, citing Yoon's party. &nbsp;

In Wednesday's presidential election, conservative Yoon was elected president. Ruling party candidate Lee Jae-myung conceded defeat and congratulated his opponent. &nbsp;

The election witnessed a wave of discontent over scandals, economic policy&nbsp;and gender wars. It has reshaped the political future of Asia's fourth-largest economy. &nbsp;

Yoon’s victory in the bitterly fought election means a remarkable turnaround for the main conservative bloc. It is now known as the People Power Party. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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The party had been struggling to regroup since the 2017 snap election was held after the impeachment and ouster of then President Park Geun-hye. &nbsp;

At a victory ceremony with supporters, Yoon said, "I would pay attention to people's livelihoods, provide warm welfare services to the needy, and make utmost efforts so that our country serves as a proud, responsible member of the international community and the free world." &nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

The election of Yoon Suk-yeol as South Korea's next president has been welcomed by Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Thursday. The PM said he hoped to work closely with him to rebuild healthier ties with the neighbour.

The election of Yoon Suk-yeol as South Korea's next president has been welcomed by Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Thursday. The PM said he hoped to work closely with him to rebuild healthier ties with the neighbour. Kishida told reporters, "I offer my heartfelt congratulations on his election. Especially now as the international community faces major change, healthy Japan-South Korea relations are ... indispensable." Also Read: South Korea votes for new leader to tackle COVID-19, soaring house prices, inequality On Thursday, 60-year-old Yoon also talked with US President Joe Biden over call, Yonhap News reported, citing Yoon's party. In Wednesday's presidential election, conservative Yoon was elected president. Ruling party candidate Lee Jae-myung conceded defeat and congratulated his opponent. The election witnessed a wave of discontent over scandals, economic policy and gender wars. It has reshaped the political future of Asia's fourth-largest economy. Yoon’s victory in the bitterly fought election means a remarkable turnaround for the main conservative bloc. It is now known as the People Power Party. Also Read: China’s Xi calls for ‘maximum restraint’, offers to mediate between Ukraine and Russia The party had been struggling to regroup since the 2017 snap election was held after the impeachment and ouster of then President Park Geun-hye. At a victory ceremony with supporters, Yoon said, "I would pay attention to people's livelihoods, provide warm welfare services to the needy, and make utmost efforts so that our country serves as a proud, responsible member of the international community and the free world." (With inputs from agencies)

Japan PM congratulates South Korea's President-elect Yoon, looks for improvement in ties

In a major win for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Canada's parliament has approved Emergencies Act. It grants broader powers to authorities. &nbsp;

The approval came after 185 votes were polled in favour and 151 against the measure. The minority Liberal government got crucial support in the parliament from left-leaning New Democrats. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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The parliament on Monday also backed Trudeau's decision to invoke rarely-used emergency powers to end protests, which blocked streets in the capital for more than three weeks. Canadian police succeeded in restoring normalcy in Ottawa during the weekend. &nbsp;

Announced by the PM recently, the special measures have been deemed unnecessary and an abuse of power by some politicians of the opposition. &nbsp;

Trudeau had also told reporters earlier on Monday that his government still needed temporary emergency powers citing "real concerns" over threats in the recent future. "This state of emergency is not over. There continue to be real concerns about the coming days," he said. &nbsp;

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Trudeau also called for people to work together and said, "we don't know when this pandemic is going to end, but that doesn't mean we cannot start healing as a nation". &nbsp;&nbsp;

Green Party member Mike Morrice, who voted against the motion, said invoking the act was an "inappropriate" response to a failure in policing. &nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

In a major win for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Canada's parliament has approved Emergencies Act. It grants broader powers to authorities. The approval came after 185 votes were polled in favour and 151 against the measure.

In a major win for Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Canada's parliament has approved Emergencies Act. It grants broader powers to authorities. The approval came after 185 votes were polled in favour and 151 against the measure. The minority Liberal government got crucial support in the parliament from left-leaning New Democrats. Also Read | After trucker protest, Canada grapples with a question: Was it a blip, or something bigger? The parliament on Monday also backed Trudeau's decision to invoke rarely-used emergency powers to end protests, which blocked streets in the capital for more than three weeks. Canadian police succeeded in restoring normalcy in Ottawa during the weekend. Announced by the PM recently, the special measures have been deemed unnecessary and an abuse of power by some politicians of the opposition. Trudeau had also told reporters earlier on Monday that his government still needed temporary emergency powers citing "real concerns" over threats in the recent future. "This state of emergency is not over. There continue to be real concerns about the coming days," he said. Also Read: Wall Street Ponzi schemer Bernie Madoff’s sister, husband found dead, say reports Trudeau also called for people to work together and said, "we don't know when this pandemic is going to end, but that doesn't mean we cannot start healing as a nation". Green Party member Mike Morrice, who voted against the motion, said invoking the act was an "inappropriate" response to a failure in policing. (With inputs from agencies)

Major win for PM Justin Trudeau: Canada's parliament approves Emergencies Act

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday virtually inaugurated “Gobar-Dhan (Bio-CNG) Plant” in Indore. The 550 tonne-capacity plant has been set up at a cost of Rs 150 crore.&nbsp;

During the inauguration event, PM Modi said, "This initiative will help to make the cities of the country clean, pollution-free and take them towards clean energy. I am happy that work is underway to build such Gobar-Dhan plant, such bio-CNG plants in 75 big civic bodies of the country in the next two years."

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The plant comes in regard to PM Modi's vision of creating “garbage-free cities” under the Swachh Bharat mission urban 2.0.&nbsp;

The plant, which has a capacity of processing 550 metric tonnes per day, can generate 17,500 kg of biogas and 100 tonne of high-quality compost every day.&nbsp;

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The biogas, however, will be generated through 100 per cent wet waste.&nbsp;

Half of the generated biogas will be helpful in running public transport vehicles. The remaining will be made available for different industries.&nbsp;

As a result of this, nearly 400 buses in Indore might run on biogas, which is generated at the plant.&nbsp;

The technology will also help in purifying the air quality as it will mitigate 1,30,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually.&nbsp;

The project has been implemented by Indore Clean Energy Pvt Ltd, a Special Purpose Vehicle set up by Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) and Indo Enviro Integrated Solutions Ltd. (IEISL).&nbsp;

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday virtually inaugurated “Gobar-Dhan (Bio-CNG) Plant” in Indore. The 550 tonne-capacity plant has been set up at a cost of Rs 150 crore.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday virtually inaugurated “Gobar-Dhan (Bio-CNG) Plant” in Indore. The 550 tonne-capacity plant has been set up at a cost of Rs 150 crore. During the inauguration event, PM Modi said, "This initiative will help to make the cities of the country clean, pollution-free and take them towards clean energy. I am happy that work is underway to build such Gobar-Dhan plant, such bio-CNG plants in 75 big civic bodies of the country in the next two years." Inaugurating a solid waste based Gobar Dhan plant in Indore. https://t.co/cDjdSPJE1H — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 19, 2022 × The plant comes in regard to PM Modi's vision of creating “garbage-free cities” under the Swachh Bharat mission urban 2.0. The plant, which has a capacity of processing 550 metric tonnes per day, can generate 17,500 kg of biogas and 100 tonne of high-quality compost every day. Also read | These are the 3 Indian cities with the most millionaire households The biogas, however, will be generated through 100 per cent wet waste. Half of the generated biogas will be helpful in running public transport vehicles. The remaining will be made available for different industries. As a result of this, nearly 400 buses in Indore might run on biogas, which is generated at the plant. The technology will also help in purifying the air quality as it will mitigate 1,30,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually. The project has been implemented by Indore Clean Energy Pvt Ltd, a Special Purpose Vehicle set up by Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) and Indo Enviro Integrated Solutions Ltd. (IEISL).

Indian Prime Minister Modi inaugurates Asia's biggest 'gobar-dhan' plant in Indore

After Singapore PM Loong uses parliament to target world leaders including Indian lawmakers, India slammed the PM for his remarks.

India slams Singapore PM Loong after he targets Indian lawmakers

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan reassured Pakistan's support for the Chinese government completely neglecting the alleged human rights abuses of Uyghurs in China as he showed his support to Beijing on Xinjiang, Taiwan and the South China Sea. On Sunday, he met Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of People in Beijing during the sidelines of Winter Olympics 2022.&nbsp;

In a joint statement issued on Sunday, Khan expressed Pakistan's "commitment to One-China Policy and support for China on Taiwan, South China Sea, Hong Kong, Xinjiang and Tibet."

During their meeting, Jinping pledged closer cooperation under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor investment programme to build roads, power plants and other infrastructure.

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“China upholds fairness and justice in international affairs. China is willing to strengthen the coordination and cooperation with Pakistan in multilateral venues such as the UN and promote justice and world and regional peace,” Xi said.

Meanwhile, a recent opinion survey in Pakistan revealed that over 45 per cent of people completely disagree with Prime Minister Imran Khan's self-proclaimed concept of corruption-free governance.&nbsp;

As per a report in a local newspaper, nearly 62 per cent of the people believe that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)'s defeat in provincial elections could be attributed to the wrong distribution of tickets.

The revelations come as a contradiction to the tall claims made by Imran Khan party's spokespersons who deem his as a new corruption-free brand.

(With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan reassured Pakistan's support for the Chinese government completely neglecting the alleged human rights abuses of Uyghurs in China as he showed his support to Beijing on Xinjiang, Taiwan and the South China Sea.

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan reassured Pakistan's support for the Chinese government completely neglecting the alleged human rights abuses of Uyghurs in China as he showed his support to Beijing on Xinjiang, Taiwan and the South China Sea. On Sunday, he met Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Great Hall of People in Beijing during the sidelines of Winter Olympics 2022. In a joint statement issued on Sunday, Khan expressed Pakistan's "commitment to One-China Policy and support for China on Taiwan, South China Sea, Hong Kong, Xinjiang and Tibet." During their meeting, Jinping pledged closer cooperation under the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor investment programme to build roads, power plants and other infrastructure. Also read | Over 45% people reject Imran Khan’s claims of corruption-free governance: Poll “China upholds fairness and justice in international affairs. China is willing to strengthen the coordination and cooperation with Pakistan in multilateral venues such as the UN and promote justice and world and regional peace,” Xi said. Meanwhile, a recent opinion survey in Pakistan revealed that over 45 per cent of people completely disagree with Prime Minister Imran Khan's self-proclaimed concept of corruption-free governance. As per a report in a local newspaper, nearly 62 per cent of the people believe that Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI)'s defeat in provincial elections could be attributed to the wrong distribution of tickets. The revelations come as a contradiction to the tall claims made by Imran Khan party's spokespersons who deem his as a new corruption-free brand. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan PM Imran Khan expresses country's 'commitment' to China, shows support on Xinjiang, Tibet

UK PM Boris Johnson seems to be going through a rough phase nowadays. He is getting criticised over one other issue every other day. &nbsp;

Not just this, the prime minister has also been losing allies. One such name is Munira Mirza. &nbsp;

Mirza, who is praised for her intellect and character, has quit over Johnson’s false claim that Keir Starmer held back attempts to prosecute Jimmy Savile. &nbsp;

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She had earlier led the PM office's efforts to stoke culture war issues. Now, she resigned in protest over low politics.&nbsp;

Mirza was also the official behind Downing Street’s highly criticised report into racial disparities, which had downplayed structural factors. &nbsp;

The politician, who worked with Johnson for 14 years, had also defended the earlier statements of the PM. She had dismissed as “hysteria” the reaction to his newspaper column in 2018, which likened Muslim women in burqas to letter boxes and bank robbers. &nbsp;

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Her loss will surely be significant. She had begun as an adviser on the arts and was also deputy mayor for education and culture. &nbsp;

Mirza was highly valued by Johnson. The prime minister had also praised her as a “powerful nonsense detector”. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) &nbsp;&nbsp;

UK PM Boris Johnson seems to be going through a rough phase nowadays. He is getting criticised over one other issue every other day. Not just this, the prime minister has also been losing allies.

UK PM Boris Johnson seems to be going through a rough phase nowadays. He is getting criticised over one other issue every other day. Not just this, the prime minister has also been losing allies. One such name is Munira Mirza. Mirza, who is praised for her intellect and character, has quit over Johnson’s false claim that Keir Starmer held back attempts to prosecute Jimmy Savile. Also Read: Four of Johnson's closest aides desert him, as he seeks a fresh start She had earlier led the PM office's efforts to stoke culture war issues. Now, she resigned in protest over low politics. Mirza was also the official behind Downing Street’s highly criticised report into racial disparities, which had downplayed structural factors. The politician, who worked with Johnson for 14 years, had also defended the earlier statements of the PM. She had dismissed as “hysteria” the reaction to his newspaper column in 2018, which likened Muslim women in burqas to letter boxes and bank robbers. Also Read | In Pics: Along with Queen Elizabeth, these are the world's longest reigning monarchs Her loss will surely be significant. She had begun as an adviser on the arts and was also deputy mayor for education and culture. Mirza was highly valued by Johnson. The prime minister had also praised her as a “powerful nonsense detector”. (With inputs from agencies)

Meet Munira Mirza, UK PM’s highly valued ally who quit

We've arrived at the time of year when Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and her colleagues must perform a delicate balancing act in order to satisfy the budget's numerous objectives.

Because of the prolonged pandemic, this budget is more challenging than most, but the recent strong tax revenues have given her some freedom.

Even so, she must ensure that economic growth is maintained, that social sector spending is not decreased, and that all of this is done without jeopardising fiscal responsibility.&nbsp;

Finance ministers are regarded as holding the most powerful positions in the world.

In India, many of these ministers went on to become Prime Ministers (PMs) or even Presidents of the country.

Jawaharlal Lal Nehru, Indira and Rajiv Gandhi all delivered the Budget while serving as Prime Minister of India.

Jawaharlal Nehru (Finance Minister and Prime Minister)

Beginning with the country's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru served as India's first Prime Minister from 1947 to 1964, and was the second person to propose the Union Budget (after Shanmukham Chetty), while holding the Ministry of Finance position in the fiscal year 1958-59.

Morarji Desai (Finance Minister to the Prime Minister)

With ten times as Finance Minister, Morarji Desai holds the record for presenting the most Union Budgets.

Following Jawaharlal Nehru, Desai served as finance minister from 13 March 1958 to 29 August 1963, and then again from 13 March 1967 to 16 July 1969 after Indira Gandhi.

Between March 24, 1977, and July 28, 1979, Desai served as India's fourth Prime Minister.

Indira Gandhi:

Indira Gandhi, Nehru's daughter, was the first and only woman to serve as Prime Minister twice, from 1966 to 1977 and from 1980 to 1984.

From July 16, 1969, to June 27, 1970, she was also in charge of the Ministry of Finance.

Similarly, when serving as Prime Minister of India, Charan Singh held the position of Finance Minister but did not submit the Budget.

Charan Singh

Similarly, Charan Singh served as India's finance minister (for a brief period between January and July 1979) before becoming Prime Minister from July 1979 to January 1980.&nbsp;

Rajiv Gandhi

Rajiv Gandhi, Indira Gandhi's son, served as Prime Minister from 1984 to 1989 and delivered the Union Budget in 1987-88, during which time he introduced the corporate tax. He also served as Minister of Finance.

Manmmohan Singh

Manmohan Singh served as India's Finance Minister from 1991 to 1996, and was a key figure in the liberalisation of the economy and the abolition of the licence raj system.

From 1982 to 1985, he served as the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India.

From 1998 to 2014, he served as Prime Minister of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA), succeeding Atal Bihari Vajpayee (before Narendra Modi).

V P Singh

Vishwanath Pratap Singh was India's finance minister from December 1984 to January 1, 1987, and then Prime Minister from December 2, 1989 to November 10, 1990.

R Venkataraman

Venkataraman was the finance minister from January 14, 1980, to January 15, 1982, during which time he presented the budget three times.

From August 31st, 1984, to July 24, 1987, he served as Vice President, and then as President from July 25, 1987, until July 25, 1992.

Pranab Mukherjee

Pranab Mukherjee, like Venkataram, was the finance minister before ascending to the presidency as India's 13th President in July 2012.

From 1982 to 1984, he was the finance minister, and then again from 2009 until 2012.

He has delivered the budget seven times, along with Yashwant Sinha for third most, after P. Chidambaram and Morarji Desai.

(With inputs from agencies)

We've arrived at the time of year when Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and her colleagues must perform a delicate balancing act in order to satisfy the budget's numerous objectives.

We've arrived at the time of year when Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and her colleagues must perform a delicate balancing act in order to satisfy the budget's numerous objectives. Because of the prolonged pandemic, this budget is more challenging than most, but the recent strong tax revenues have given her some freedom. Even so, she must ensure that economic growth is maintained, that social sector spending is not decreased, and that all of this is done without jeopardising fiscal responsibility. Finance ministers are regarded as holding the most powerful positions in the world. In India, many of these ministers went on to become Prime Ministers (PMs) or even Presidents of the country. Jawaharlal Lal Nehru, Indira and Rajiv Gandhi all delivered the Budget while serving as Prime Minister of India. Jawaharlal Nehru (Finance Minister and Prime Minister) Beginning with the country's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru served as India's first Prime Minister from 1947 to 1964, and was the second person to propose the Union Budget (after Shanmukham Chetty), while holding the Ministry of Finance position in the fiscal year 1958-59. Morarji Desai (Finance Minister to the Prime Minister) With ten times as Finance Minister, Morarji Desai holds the record for presenting the most Union Budgets. Following Jawaharlal Nehru, Desai served as finance minister from 13 March 1958 to 29 August 1963, and then again from 13 March 1967 to 16 July 1969 after Indira Gandhi. Between March 24, 1977, and July 28, 1979, Desai served as India's fourth Prime Minister. Indira Gandhi: Indira Gandhi, Nehru's daughter, was the first and only woman to serve as Prime Minister twice, from 1966 to 1977 and from 1980 to 1984. From July 16, 1969, to June 27, 1970, she was also in charge of the Ministry of Finance. Similarly, when serving as Prime Minister of India, Charan Singh held the position of Finance Minister but did not submit the Budget. Charan Singh Similarly, Charan Singh served as India's finance minister (for a brief period between January and July 1979) before becoming Prime Minister from July 1979 to January 1980. Rajiv Gandhi Rajiv Gandhi, Indira Gandhi's son, served as Prime Minister from 1984 to 1989 and delivered the Union Budget in 1987-88, during which time he introduced the corporate tax. He also served as Minister of Finance. Manmmohan Singh Manmohan Singh served as India's Finance Minister from 1991 to 1996, and was a key figure in the liberalisation of the economy and the abolition of the licence raj system. From 1982 to 1985, he served as the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India. From 1998 to 2014, he served as Prime Minister of the United Progressive Alliance (UPA), succeeding Atal Bihari Vajpayee (before Narendra Modi). V P Singh Vishwanath Pratap Singh was India's finance minister from December 1984 to January 1, 1987, and then Prime Minister from December 2, 1989 to November 10, 1990. R Venkataraman Venkataraman was the finance minister from January 14, 1980, to January 15, 1982, during which time he presented the budget three times. From August 31st, 1984, to July 24, 1987, he served as Vice President, and then as President from July 25, 1987, until July 25, 1992. Pranab Mukherjee Pranab Mukherjee, like Venkataram, was the finance minister before ascending to the presidency as India's 13th President in July 2012. From 1982 to 1984, he was the finance minister, and then again from 2009 until 2012. He has delivered the budget seven times, along with Yashwant Sinha for third most, after P. Chidambaram and Morarji Desai. (With inputs from agencies)

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New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has cancelled her wedding as the country imposed new restrictions to slow the spread of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus.

New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern cancels her wedding as COVID cases rise due to Omicron

Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba on Friday assured that there will be three-tier elections within this year and has also directed the electoral body to start the preparations.&nbsp;

While addressing the nation on completing six months of the government formation, the Prime Minister said his leadership is committed to holding the elections on time and asked the Election Commission to prepare for it accordingly.&nbsp;

“It is the government’s responsibility to hold three-tier elections within a year. I urge the authorities concerned to make preparations for the elections,” said Prime Minister Deuba.

Deuba's remarks come at a time when differences have emerged between the ruling parties over the date of local elections scheduled for April.&nbsp;

As per the constitutional mandate, local-level polls should be held in April. However, the parties in the ruling coalition are divided on whether to hold local polls or parliamentary elections first. The CPN (Maoist Center) and CPN (Unified Socialist) have been pitching for holding parliamentary elections in April while other parties are for holding local polls at first.

The term of locally-elected representatives is ending on May 20.&nbsp;

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Earlier, the Election Commission had proposed elections be held on April 27 if held in a single phase, and on April 27 and May 5 if held in two phases.&nbsp;

Major parties are under pressure not to create a vacuum at the local level.

Referring to the obstruction in parliament, he said the government was committed to initiating dialogue and consensus among all the political parties in the parliament.&nbsp;

He was of the view that dialogue and consensus among parties were needed to resolve contentious issues under consideration in the parliament.&nbsp;

While adding challenges that the Covid pandemic has brought to the lives of people, the Prime Minister appealed to citizens to adhere to all the standards of public health as cases are surging in the country.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Deuba has said that the economy will be taken into consideration while enforcing restrictions to prevent and control the pandemic.&nbsp;

Expressing his commitment to ensuring that Covid patients will get effective treatment, the Prime Minister said that the vaccination campaign will be continued by adopting safety measures.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba on Friday assured that there will be three-tier elections within this year and has also directed the electoral body to start the preparations.

Prime Minister Sher Bahadur Deuba on Friday assured that there will be three-tier elections within this year and has also directed the electoral body to start the preparations. While addressing the nation on completing six months of the government formation, the Prime Minister said his leadership is committed to holding the elections on time and asked the Election Commission to prepare for it accordingly. “It is the government’s responsibility to hold three-tier elections within a year. I urge the authorities concerned to make preparations for the elections,” said Prime Minister Deuba. Deuba's remarks come at a time when differences have emerged between the ruling parties over the date of local elections scheduled for April. As per the constitutional mandate, local-level polls should be held in April. However, the parties in the ruling coalition are divided on whether to hold local polls or parliamentary elections first. The CPN (Maoist Center) and CPN (Unified Socialist) have been pitching for holding parliamentary elections in April while other parties are for holding local polls at first. The term of locally-elected representatives is ending on May 20. Also read | Preparations for Nepal National Assembly elections have now begun Earlier, the Election Commission had proposed elections be held on April 27 if held in a single phase, and on April 27 and May 5 if held in two phases. Major parties are under pressure not to create a vacuum at the local level. Referring to the obstruction in parliament, he said the government was committed to initiating dialogue and consensus among all the political parties in the parliament. He was of the view that dialogue and consensus among parties were needed to resolve contentious issues under consideration in the parliament. While adding challenges that the Covid pandemic has brought to the lives of people, the Prime Minister appealed to citizens to adhere to all the standards of public health as cases are surging in the country. Prime Minister Deuba has said that the economy will be taken into consideration while enforcing restrictions to prevent and control the pandemic. Expressing his commitment to ensuring that Covid patients will get effective treatment, the Prime Minister said that the vaccination campaign will be continued by adopting safety measures.

Nepal PM Deuba urges electoral body to prepare for three-tier elections

Amid a surge in Covid cases in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a Covid review meeting where he highlighted the need to focus on testing, genome sequencing and vaccination. The meeting was attended by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. Several top officials were also a part of the meeting including the Aviation Secretary, Home Secretary, Cabinet Secretary, and Chairman of the Railway Board.

"There is a need for continuous scientific research in testing, vaccines and pharmacological interventions including genome sequencing given that the virus is evolving continuously," PM Modi said.&nbsp;

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With this, he suggested that a meeting should be held with Chief Ministers of all the states to discuss state-specific scenarios which will help the nation in battling the virus surge.

This was PM Modi's first Covid review meet this year. The last meeting was conducted on December 24 when the Omicron variant had just emerged.&nbsp;

The tally of the Omicron cases in the country is also witnessing an upward trend. The country has recorded 1,59,632 new fresh cases and 327 deaths in the last 24 hours, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said.

There are a total of 3,623 Omicron cases in India so far. Out of this, 1,409 of these people have been recovered.

(With inputs from agencies)

Amid a surge in Covid cases in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a Covid review meeting where he highlighted the need to focus on testing, genome sequencing and vaccination.

Amid a surge in Covid cases in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a Covid review meeting where he highlighted the need to focus on testing, genome sequencing and vaccination. The meeting was attended by Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Union Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya. Several top officials were also a part of the meeting including the Aviation Secretary, Home Secretary, Cabinet Secretary, and Chairman of the Railway Board. "There is a need for continuous scientific research in testing, vaccines and pharmacological interventions including genome sequencing given that the virus is evolving continuously," PM Modi said. Also read | Omicron 'ray of light' amid pandemic? Here is what an expert says With this, he suggested that a meeting should be held with Chief Ministers of all the states to discuss state-specific scenarios which will help the nation in battling the virus surge. This was PM Modi's first Covid review meet this year. The last meeting was conducted on December 24 when the Omicron variant had just emerged. The tally of the Omicron cases in the country is also witnessing an upward trend. The country has recorded 1,59,632 new fresh cases and 327 deaths in the last 24 hours, the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare said. There are a total of 3,623 Omicron cases in India so far. Out of this, 1,409 of these people have been recovered. (With inputs from agencies)

'Virus is evolving continuously': Indian PM Narendra Modi holds a Covid review meet as cases surge

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