Former Indian cricket captain Kapil Dev has been unanimously elected as the new president of the Professional Golf Tour of India (PGTI). Known for his love of golf, Kapil Dev aims to elevate the sport and bring in more sponsorships, highlighting his long-standing passion and commitment to the game.
The Indian embassy in Kenya has advised Indian citizens to exercise caution and limit non-essential movement due to ongoing anti-tax protests and violence. The advisory urges Indians to avoid affected areas until the situation stabilizes.
Ladakh has achieved full functional literacy under the ULLAS program, achieving over 97% literacy. This milestone marks a significant step towards empowering Ladakh’s citizens through foundational literacy, numeracy, and critical life skills. The achievement was announced by Lieutenant Governor Dr BD Mishra, highlighting the region’s dedication to education and its citizens’ commitment to learning.
India has criticized the United Nations Security Council’s annual report as lacking substance, calling it a mere compilation of meeting details and lacking analysis. India’s representative at the UN also highlighted the need for comprehensive reform of the Security Council, including expansion of both permanent and non-permanent members.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a series of weather alerts across India, predicting heavy rainfall in various regions. Delhi is under a yellow alert for heavy rainfall until July 1, while Sikkim and West Bengal are under a red alert for exceptionally intense rainfall. Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Bihar, Arunachal Pradesh, and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands are under an orange alert, signifying significant precipitation. The Southwest Monsoon has further advanced into parts of North Arabian Sea, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, and southeast Rajasthan.
The article delves into the economic implications of the monsoon in India, exploring how variations in rainfall impact agricultural production, inflation, and overall economic growth.
The first spectrum auction in India after two years began on Tuesday with telecom operators bidding a total of ₹11,000 crore for 150 Mhz of spectrum. This is significantly lower than the ₹96,320 crore worth of airwaves on offer. While bidding is expected to continue for the remaining bands, the initial response suggests a more subdued auction compared to the record-breaking 2022 sale.
Rahul Gandhi has been appointed as the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, a position he last held in 2014. Congress party members expressed confidence that he will be a strong voice for the people and hold the government accountable.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Russia in July, marking his first trip to the country since the start of the Ukraine conflict. While a specific date has not been revealed, preparations for the visit are underway.
Nibrus Technologies, an Indian drone manufacturer, has achieved a significant milestone with its Surveyaan V1 drone receiving Type Certification from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). This certification allows the advanced survey and mapping drone to be used commercially across India, offering a cost-effective and efficient solution for surveying firms.
