Friday 31 May 2019

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Meghan Markle was 'nasty': Trump tells UK daily

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Smuggling gold through UP would cost passport

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Less RS members in Team Modi 2.0 as more LS winners rewarded

Less RS members in Team Modi 2.0 as more LS winners rewarded

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USA to revoke India’s ‘beneficiary developing country’ status from June 5

Washington: The United States is slated to revoke India’s status as a beneficiary developing country for purposes of the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP) from June 5, according to a proclamation issued by US President Donald Trump.

“The designation of India as a beneficiary developing country is terminated, effective June 5, 2019,” Trump said.

Washington has also made the decision to remove India from its list of “developing country WTO Members” who are exempt from application of safeguard measures on CSPV products and large residential washers.

“In Executive Order 11888 of November 24, 1975, the President designated India as a beneficiary developing country for purposes of the Generalized System of Preferences…I have determined that India has not assured the United States that India will provide equitable and reasonable access to its markets. Accordingly, it is appropriate to terminate India’s designation as a beneficiary developing country effective June 5, 2019,” read the President’s proclamation.

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This comes at a time when the United States is locked in a trade dispute with China, and amid Trump’s threats to raise tariffs on Mexican imports citing the illegal immigrant crisis.

The United States also announced on Friday that it had withdrawn its tax exemption programme for Pakistani diplomats.

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Rajnath pays tribute to jawans at National War Memorial ahead of taking charge as Defence Minister

Ahead of formally taking charge as Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh on Saturday visited the National War Memorial here and paid tribute to jawans who laid down their lives for the country post-independence.

Army Chief General Bipin Rawat, Air Chief Marshal BS Dhanoa and Navy Chief Admiral Karambir Singh were also present at the memorial.

Singh was allotted the Defence ministry after taking oath as a Union Minister on Thursday. He will take over from his predecessor Nirmala Sitharaman who has been allotted the Finance ministry. During the first term of Modi government, Rajnath had handled the Home ministry.

The war memorial, located next to India Gate in the heart of the national capital, was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 24 this year.

The state-of-art monument spread over an area of approximately 40 acres is dedicated to soldiers who laid down their lives defending the nation during Sino-Indian war in 1962, Indo-Pak wars in 1947, 1965 and 1971, Indian Peace Keeping Force Operations in Sri Lanka and in the Kargil Conflict in 1999.

The memorial also commemorates the soldiers who participated and made supreme sacrifice in UN Peace Keeping Missions, during HADR Operations, Counter Insurgency Operations and Low-Intensity Capital Operation (LICO).

The monument has four concentric circles, namely, the ‘Amar Chakra’ or Circle of Immortality, the ‘Veerta Chakra’ or Circle of Bravery, the ‘Tyag Chakra’ or Circle of Sacrifice, the ‘Rakshak Chakra’ or Circle of Protection.

The complex also includes a central obelisk, an eternal flame, six bronze murals depicting famous battles fought by the Indian Army, Air Force and Navy in a covered gallery (Veerta Chakra).

Likewise, 16 walls have been constructed in the Tyag Chakra for paying homage to the 25,942 battle casualties.

The names of soldiers who have made supreme sacrifice have been inscribed in golden letters on granite tablets arranged in a circular pattern which symbolises the ancient Indian war formation ‘Chakravyuh’.

The outermost circle called Rakshak Chakra comprises rows of more than 600 dense trees with each tree representing many soldiers who guard the territorial integrity of the nation round-the-clock.

The complex also has graphic panels and stone murals. Busts of the 21 awardees of Param Veer Chakra have been installed at Param Yoddha Sthal which includes three living awardees – Sub Maj (Hony Capt) Bana Singh (Retd), Sub Major Yogendra Singh Yadav and Sub Sanjay Kumar.

The construction of the memorial had received in-principle approval of the Union Cabinet at a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Modi on October 7, 2015.

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Anveshi Jain to make her Bollywood debut

Gandi Baat famed Anveshi Jain is living her dream at present with back to back web shows, regional films and now a Bollywood movie.

The actress has recently signed her first Bollywood project with Arjun Singh Hada and Nitesh Piparekar’s home production ‘Maa entertainment House’ and shoot for the same will start from mid-June. Arjun and Nitesh are the youngest producers from Gujarat who have given few amazing hits in the past, says Anveshi.

Excited to step in the Hindi film industry, Jain says, “I am looking forward to ‘Ghostana’ for which the poster was launched in Ahmedabad and Gujarat last week. I can’t reveal much information about the project but it’s a horror comedy around a ghost and four men. I will be playing the central character of the ghost in this movie.”

The poster launch saw producers Arjun Singh Hada and Nitesh Piparekar, Director Kachhadia, and Anveshi Jain among others. Jain, who has lately wrapped up the shoot of her Gujarati film ‘G’ mentions how her director Mayur Kachhadia was so impressed with her performance that he signed Jain then and there for the next Bollywood project (Ghostana) that he was planning. Ghostana will be shot in a palace of Rajasthan.

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US: 11 killed in Virginia Beach shooting, 6 injured

Virginia Beach: At least 11 people were killed while six others sustained injuries after a gunman opened fire at a municipal centre in the US city of Virginia Beach on Friday (local time), police said.

The suspect, who died at the scene, was a longtime employee in the public utility department, reported Sputnik quoting Virginia Beach Police Chief James Cervera at a press conference shortly after the incident.

“This is the most devastating day in the history of Virginia Beach,” said Mayor Bobby Dyer. “The people involved are our friends, coworkers, neighbor, colleagues,” according to the CNN.

The mass shooting took place in Building 2 of the municipal center, according to police.

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The injured have been taken to the Virginia Beach General Hospital for treatment. Among the injured, one is a police officer who was “saved by his vest,” police said.

FBI officials are also on the scene to assist the local authorities with an investigation on the incident.

Further details are awaited.

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Reel Deal: Can Salman’s Star Power Make ‘Bharat’ Score Big at BO?

The film is expected to earn around Rs 20-25 crore on opening day.

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Congress gears up for presidium as Rahul targets old guard

Congress gears up for presidium as Rahul targets old guard

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A bold move on Instagram sets the tone for Prachi Tehlan!

is turning heads with her bold and beautiful avatar on social media. The actress recently posted her new photo on Instagram, which went viral within a few hours. Dressed in Victoria’s Secret, Tehlan looks insanely hot in the picture.

It was for the first time that Prachi explored the bold side of hers. Though her experiment was appreciated by many – garnering rave attention, a section of her fans felt disappointed and criticised her.

One of her followers wrote, “What was this for”, to which Tehlan replied, “It’s called exploring a side of you”.

Indeed that’s what we call giving it back to the netizen’s trolling in style. Speaking of disappointing a section of her fans, Prachi says, “Fans are getting upset because they never expected it from me. But I believe, they should love me for who I am and not for what I do or what I wear. They should understand that it’s a part of my job.”

“To be comfortable in front of the camera and do whatever the character/role demands is my responsibility. And the picture I posted is a step forward in that direction. I am trying to evolve as an actor and be prepared for whatever comes my way,” Tehlan added.

Happy about all the positive comments on her post, Prachi states, “There is nothing better than to know how supportive your fans are. Though there were many who criticised me for the bold step I took, there were hundreds who appreciated the different side of me and applauded my decision to step out of the comfort zone and explore new horizons.”

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Tripura Health Minister Sudip Roy Barman removed from cabinet

Tripura Minister Sudip Roy Barman was on Friday removed from the state cabinet, while the charges held by him were allocated to the state’s Chief Minister and his deputy.

Barman held multiple portfolios and had the charge of the Minister of Health and Family Welfare, IT, Science and Technology and Public Work Department (Drinking Water and Sanitation).

According to a notification issued by the Tripura Government, Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb will hold the charge of PWD (DWS), Industry & Commerce (IT) and Health & Family Welfare.Jishnu Dev Varma, Deputy Chief Minister has been given the charge of Science, Technology and Environment.

According to sources Barman has been ousted from the cabinet for indulging in anti-party activities.

Barman was recently in news for his work in the health ministry. On May 22, he had caught a doctor performing an abortion at a government hospital in South Tripura’s Birchandra Manu.

The doctor was identified as Ajay Biswas.

On specific information, Barman, along with a team of senior health department officials rushed to the hospital and directly entered the labour room where the operation was going on.

In April this year, Barman had surrendered his police escort pushing for the safety of doctors after an on-duty surgeon was critically injured when he was thrashed by a patient party.

“….I am compelled to surrender my escorts as long as adequate Police security in IGM and other District Hospitals is provided and is strengthened in G.B Hospital round the clock,” Barman had said in his letter to Chief Minister Biplab Kumar Deb.

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QKolkata: Expected More Ministerial Berths, Says Dilip & More

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QBengaluru: Congress Sweeps Urban Local Body Polls & More

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QAhmedabad: Ticket-less Passenger Kills Train Guard & More

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QChennai: PMK Guns for Separate Licence for Tobacco Goods & More

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Top Entertainment News: Raftaar, Nucleya to Judge New Hip-Hop Show

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QCrime: Mumbai Crime Branch to Probe Doctor’s Suicide Case & More

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QBiz: GDP Growth Slips to 5.8% in Q4, Stands at 5-Year Low & More

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QBullet: Parliament Session from 17 June; Union Budget on 5 July

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‘The Image You Missed’ Review: From Son to Father and Filmmaker to Filmmaker


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Trump announces escalating tariffs against Mexico, starting at 5 percent, until illegal immigrants 'STOP'

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Risk And Challenge, Film Selection Criteria Says Taapsee Pannu

says her film selection criteria is simple, it needs to be Risky and Challenging, and she also consider the fact whether she will spent her time and money as an audience, before taking up a new project.

Pannu along with Anurag Kashyap graced the trailer launch of her latest outing Game Over, which is an bilingual thriller film written and directed by Ashwin Saravanan. Talking about her film selection process and particularly picking Game Over, actor Taapsee said, “Had it not been challenging, I wouldn’t have done it because I really want to do things, which are challenging. If I have to sit and have a homely feeling, I would have actually stayed at home and chill. I take up a film only if it is challenging, some sort of challenge should be there”

“And about the risk, nowadays risk is there in everything. There is no guarantee for the film, but I do know, when I decide to take up a film, I read it and visualize it as an audience. And I ask myself, will I spent 2-3 hours on it and spent my 200-300 hard earned bucks on it or not? And if I feel that yes I will do it and I do take myself as an average Indian audience, then audience will also do it and I do the film. I have done majority of films thinking like this. And when I read the script of Game Over, I felt that yes I will watch it and if I like it, I am sure audience will like it too” she added.
The film stars as a person on wheel chair, who is defending her home from a mysterious identity.

The film is produced jointly by Y NOT Studios and Reliance Entertainment and presented by Anurag Kashyap. The music is composed by Ron Ethan Yohann.
The film is scheduled to release on 14 June 2019.

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Ayushmann Khurrana Rattles The Caste Cage With Article 15, Trailer Out

Finally after confusing the audience with teaser and poster launch, actor Ayushmann Khurrana unveils the trailer of much awaited hard hitting drama Article 15.

Ayushmann Khurrana dropped the trailer on his social media. He captioned it, “‏Let’s be Indians: Firstly and Lastly. Presenting #Article15Trailer…#Article15 in cinemas on June 28th…@anubhavsinha #ManojPahwa #IshaTalwar @sayanigupta @Mdzeeshanayyub #KumudMishra @ZeeStudios_ @ZeeMusicCompany”

Article 15, directed by Anubhav Sinha and starring Ayushmann Khurrana, is an important film, it is loosely based on the Badaun rape case where two girls were raped and hanged, the film released a clip to tell audience what to expect from its trailer.
The film throws light on Article 15 of the Indian Constitution that prohibits discrimination by the state against any citizen on the basis of religion, race, caste, sex and place of birth.

The trailer is intense and hard-hitting with Ayushmaan hitting all the right chords and nails, to drive the point home, caste-ism exists in India and people commit brutal crimes in the name of caste and religion.
While Ayushmann is in the role of lead protagonist, the supporting cast comprises of Isha Talwar, Manoj Pahwa, Sayani Gupta, Kumud Mishra, M Naser, Ashish Verma, Sushil Pandey, Subrajyoti Bharat and Mohammad Zeeshan Ayyub.
Produced by Benaras Media Works, Article 15 will hit theatres on 28th June.

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Style your Knit Tops with Elan this Summer

Knit work has been a popular phenomenon among girls and women alike who have discovered how fabulous one can look dressed in one of these. And with fashion evolving, knit tops have been readily accepted by all, irrespective of the season.
If you’re looking for something fashionable to flaunt this summer while still staying true to your love for knit work, here’s what is in store.

Knit tops perfect to beat the summer heat.

When we consider dressing up in the summer, it is often with the thought of wearing something that would be the most comfortable and breathable. Knit tops can be an ideal choice if you choose the right kind. Here’s what you can go for this summer:

Crop tops

If it is a knit top you intend to wear, crop tops are certainly the way to go. Not only are they comfortable to be worn in the summer heat but have also become quite a fashionable phenomenon from western outfits to ethnic trousseau, one can find the crop top becoming a popular attire in almost every ensemble.

T-back knit tops

Another popular style among tops for women is the t-back that is now as widely worn across the globe as denims. T-backs are perfect for the summer months, and what better way to flaunt your love for knit tops than wearing a t-back knit top!

Crochet halter tops

For those who love fashion and keeping up with trends, a simple knit top may not be as enticing to wear. Crochet halter tops, on the other hand, can do the trick by making you look trendy and give you the chance to wear what you love without breaking a sweat.

Ways to style your knit tops just right!

Knit tops look splendid on their own. However, there is a lot that you can do to take its style quotient up a notch! Rather than simply wearing your best knit tops on a random whim, pair it with the right accompaniments for an even better look. Here are some classy ways to style the coolest of knit tops for women:

Pair it with your denim shorts

If it is the summer heat you’re up against, what better item to pair your summer knit tops with than your trusted denim shorts? No matter what the temperature, this is one clothing article that will always have your back – literally. And if denim isn’t really your thing when you know you’re bound to sweat profusely, you can always opt for cotton shorts that are more comfortable and breathable.

Be sure to choose neutral coloured shorts that would match any shade of knit tops you have in your wardrobes

Forego bottoms in favour of longer top

We all know how dreadful wearing trousers in the heat can be. Dresses have become a saviour of sorts during seasons where perspiration is a constant companion. So, if you’re one of those people who prefers a dress over jeans and trousers any day, and love knit work, here’s something interesting for you – longer knit tops! Yes, they exist; and yes, they do look glamorous when worn right. Just put your knit top on and pair it with your chicest accessories. You will not only get the satisfaction of wearing something that you truly adore but also keep the heat at bay.

Opt for crochet knit

Well, knit tops can sure be stifling in the summers if you choose the wrong sorts. One way to avoid this fashion faux pas is by opting for crochet knits or knit work that is thinner than the usual ones. This would allow more air to seep in, especially if your agenda is to keep the heat at bay in the summers.

Go for bright colours

No matter how much you love the colour black, it isn’t the shade to be worn in the summers if you live in a tropical country. On the other hand, brighter shades, or even pastels, work best in these hot months. Make sure you stock your wardrobes with pinks, yellows, light shades of green, whites, and similar shades for a comfortable and fashionable summer. And you can’t deny the fact that a light shade knit top tugs at your heartstrings quicker than any other!
Now that you know all that you need to, go ahead and flaunt your knit tops the best way you can!

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WATCH: Sudarsan Pattnaik’s sand art on World No Tobacco Day

New Delhi: Popular sand artist Sudarshan Pattnaik the ocassion of World No Tobacco Day displayed his workmanship via sand art.

Pattnaik shared his work on Twitter, creating ripples on social media.

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World No Tobacco Day is observed on May 31 every year by the World Health Organization (WHO) and global partners. This annual campaign seeks to raise awareness on the harmful effects of usage of tobacco and also discourages its use in any form.

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Swearing-in-Ceremony of Narendra Modi as Prime Minister of India

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UPPSC exam ‘solvers gang’ busted, 6 arrested

The Noida unit of the Uttar Pradesh Special Task Force (STF) has arrested six persons of a ‘solvers gang’ in connection with the Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) Mandi Council exams.

UPSC Civil Services Exam 2017: Anudeep Durishetty of Hyderabad tops

The exams for the posts of Junior Assistant, Market Supervisor Grade II, Mandi Inspector and Account Clerk were held on Thursday. There are 284 vacancies for these Group C posts.

The exams were held in Ghaziabad, Gorakhpur, Jhansi, Kanpur, Agra, Aligarh, Ayodhya, Bareli, Lucknow, Mathura, Muradabad, Mujafarnagar, Prayagraj, Saharanpur and Varanasi.

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PM Modi, Sri Lankan Pres hold bilateral talks

New Delhi: Holding his first bilateral meeting amongst the five scheduled for Friday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena at the Hyderabad House here.

This comes after the Sri Lankan leader, along with representatives from fellow member-states of BIMSTEC, attended Modi’s swearing-in ceremony on Thursday.

Modi sat down with the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sooronbay Sharipovich Jeenbekov, on Thursday, marking his first bilateral meeting as the Prime Minister for a second term right after the oath-taking ceremony.

After a massive mandate in the elections, Modi took oath as the Prime Minister for a second consecutive term, inducting confidant and BJP President Amit Shah into his Cabinet along with the surprise inclusion of former Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar. While he retained most of his earlier Cabinet ministers, seniors like Suresh Prabhu, Maneka Gandhi and Radha Mohan Singh were dropped.

Riding high on the plank of muscular nationalism, BJP, which had won 282 seats in 2014, improved its tally by notching up 303 seats. Along with its NDA allies, the number swelled to 353 in the 543-member Lower House of the Parliament.

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Women ministers’ strength down to six into Modi’s 2.0 cabinet of 2019: Take a Look

New Delhi: Six women ministers were inducted into Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s new Cabinet at a grand ceremony in Rashtrapati Bhawan on Thursday evening with three of them getting cabinet berths.

Out of the six women cabinet ministers, four have served previously as Union Cabinet Ministers. These include Nirmala Sitharaman, Smriti Zubin Irani, Harsimrat Kaur Badal, and Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti.

Six women ministers in Modi government 2.0

Nirmala Sitharaman

Nirmala Sitharaman, 60,  is a Rajya Sabha member and the second woman to helm the key ministry after former PM Indira Gandhi who had held the portfolio in the seventies. She was appointed as the Defence minister in September 2017.

Smriti Irani

BJP’s Giant killer, Smriti Irani, 43, who defeated Congress chief Rahul Gandhi from Amethi, has also taken oath as a Cabinet minister in the new government.

Irani became the youngest cabinet minister after the BJP won a massive victory in the Lok Sabha polls in 2014. She was assigned the Human Resource Development ministry and later, she also took charge of the ministry for textiles and the Information and Broadcasting ministry.

Harsimrat Kaur Badal

Harsimrat Kaur Badal, 53, has secured a ministerial berth for the second consecutive term in PM Modi’s new Cabinet.  She was the former union minister for food processing and Member of Parliament from Bathinda.

She is the wife of Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal, who has earlier served as the deputy chief minister of Punjab. Harsimrat defeated Congress legislator Amrinder Singh Raja  by a thin margin of 21,772 votes in a closely contested battle in the Lok Sabha polls.

Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti

Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti, 52, has been sworn in as a Minister of State in the new Cabinet on Thursday. She held the portfolio of Minister of State for Food Processing Industries in the outgoing government. She has been strongly promoting afforestation, social and cultural values, uplifting poor children and helping women from financially weak backgrounds.

Renuka Singh Saruta

Renuka Singh Saruta, 58, is a tribal leader of the BJP from Chattisgarh. She has also served in the Raman Singh government. In the 17th Lok Sabha Elections she turned  BJP’s favour in Sarguja.

Deboshree Chowdhury

Deboshree Chowdhury, is a  BJP leader from West Bengal where the Bhartiya Janata Party (BJP) has successfully managed to win 18 seats in the 17th Lok Sabha Elections. She is a first timer in the newly elected government. On Thursday, she has taken oath as a Minister of State in the Modi Sarkar 2.0.

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‘Crazy rush’ post PM oath ceremony: Smriti Irani helps Asha Bhosle reach home safely

New Delhi: Singer Asha Bhosle was one of the many celebrities who attended the oath-taking ceremony of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday. She later shared a heart-touching post about her experience post the ceremony.

Tweeting a picture where she can be seen posing with Smriti Irani, she revealed that the newly-elected BJP MP from Amethi helped her reach home safely, considering the ‘crazy rush’ post the ceremony.

“I was stranded in the crazy rush post PM oath ceremony. No one offered to help me except @smritiirani who saw my plight & made sure I reached home safely. She cares & that’s why she won,” Asha said.

Narendra Modi, who got a massive mandate in the recently concluded general elections, took oath as Prime Minister again for a second consecutive term inducting confidant and BJP president Amit Shah into his Cabinet along with the surprise inclusion of former Foreign Secretary S Jaishankar, while retaining most of his earlier Cabinet ministers and dropping seniors like Suresh Prabhu, Maneka Gandhi and Radha Mohan Singh.

Rajnath Singh, Nirmala Sitharaman, Nitin Gadkari, Ravi Shankar Prasad, Sadanand Gowda and Smriti Irani were among the Cabinet ministers who took oath along with representatives of BJP allies – Ram Vilas Paswan (LJSP), Harsimrat Kaur (Akali Dal), Arvind Sawant (Shiv Sena) and Ramdas Athawale (RPI-A).

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Terrorist gunned down in Shopian district

Shopian: A terrorist was neutralised by security forces in Dragad Sugan area of Shopian district, police said on Friday.

The identity of the slain terrorist is yet to be ascertained.

The encounter, which broke out in the early hours of Friday, is still underway.

This comes a day after two terrorists were killed in an encounter in Dangerpora area of Sopore district of the state. Incriminating material including arms and ammunition was recovered from the site of encounter.

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Together, we will work for India’s progress: PM Modi

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Modi 2.0: First meeting of the new cabinet to take place today

New Delhi: The first meeting of the new Union Cabinet will take place on Friday at 5:30 pm, a government official said.

Narendra Modi, along with his Councils of Minister, on Thursday took oath as the 15th Prime Minister of India in the forecourt of the Rashtrapati Bhavan.


The 68-year-old stalwart took oath as the Prime Minister for the second consecutive term. Top leaders and guests were invited from around the world and across the nation to attend Modi’s swearing-in ceremony.

PM Modi’s surprise pick

Top leaders who were sworn in as cabinet ministers include Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, DV Sadananda Gowda, Nirmala Sitharaman, Ram Vilas Paswan and former foreign secretary S Jaishankar, a surprise pick.

Rajnath Singh, Nirmala Sitharaman, Nitin Gadkari, Ravi Shankar Prasad, Sadanand Gowda and Representatives of BJP allies–Ram Vilas Paswan (LJSP), Harsimrat Kaur (Akali Dal), Arvind Sawant (Shiv Sena) and Ramdas Athawale (RPI-A) who will be a Minister of State (MoS) also took oath.

Some of the key ministers in the previous Modi government, including Sushma Swaraj, Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore and Maneka Gandhi, are not a part of the new council of ministers, while former finance minister Arun Jaitley opted out of the new cabinet citing health reasons.

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