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Delhi Records Hottest Day Of Year, Temperatures 10 Degrees Above Normal

Delhi Heat Wave: At many places in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR), the maximum temperature was recorded at 40 degrees Celsius. Delhi's Narela recorded the maximum temperature at 42 degrees Celsius, 10 degrees above the normal. New Delhi:  Delhi recorded its hottest day of the season at 39.1 degrees Celsius, seven degrees above the season's average, with the temperature expected to rise further in the next couple of days. Some parts of Delhi saw temperatures rise beyond 42 degrees Celsius. At many places in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR), the maximum temperature was recorded at 40 degrees Celsius. Delhi's Narela recorded the maximum temperature at 42 degrees Celsius, 10 degrees above the normal. The Palam observatory recorded a maximum temperature of 39.3 degrees Celsius while Lodhi Road, Ridge, Gurgaon, Ayanagar, Najafgarh, Pitampura and Sports Complex recorded the maximum temperatures at 40, 40.1, 40.5, 40.2, 40.7, 41.1 and 41.5 degrees Celsius, r...

Pics: Renovated Yadadri Temple Opens, Over 4,000 Sculptors Worked On It

The temple in Yadadri was renovated using black granite. Over 4,000 sculptors worked on the project which cost over ₹ 1,800 crore. Hyderabad:  Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao today inaugurated the renovated temple of Lord Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy in Yadadri. Along with his cabinet and family members, he participated in special 'pujas' at the temple. "Attended and prayed at Maha Samprokshana Yagam at #Yadadri. CM KCR Garu has opened the doors for a enchanting spiritual journey and pilgrimage. #Yadadri will be a landmark of spiritual journey and architectural work across the Globe," ruling TRS MLC K Kavitha, daughter of the KCR, tweeted. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was going to attend the inauguration event. But the plan was shelved due to the growing political distance between PM Modi and KCR. The temple, which is 65 km from the state capital Hyderabad, was renovated using black granite. Over 4,000 sculptors worked on the project which cost over   ₹ ...

Russia-Ukraine War Live Updates: Ukraine says Putin trying to split it under ‘Korean scenario’; Biden denies calling for regime change in Russia

Russia-Ukraine War Crisis Live: US President Joe Biden clarified on Sunday that the United States does not have a policy of regime change in Russia Russia Ukraine War Crisis Live:  A top Ukrainian official said Russia was likely trying to split the country under ‘the Korean scenario’ into North and South Korea as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made an exasperated plea for fighter jets and tanks to sustain a defense as his country continues battling Moscow’s invading troops. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden clarified on Sunday that the United States does not have a policy of regime change in Russia, after his declaration that Russian President Vladimir Putin “cannot remain in power.” Biden’s comments in Poland on Saturday also included calling Putin a “butcher” and appeared to be a sharp escalation of the US approach to Moscow over its invasion of Ukraine.   

Delhi: IMD predicts rise in temperature; mercury to hit 40°C by month-end

The national capital is expected to see a rise in temperature in the coming days with mercury likely to hit 40 degrees Celsius by month-end, the Met department predicted. Summer has finally arrived in Delhi with the temperature soaring high each and every day. On Sunday, the mercury in Delhi jumped by around two degrees, after falling to 34.5 degrees Celsius the previous day. The national capital was witnessing mild weather with sun and strong winds, but with the constant rise in the temperature, the mercury is expected to hit 40 degrees Celsius by the month-end. As per the report by the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the temperature jumped to 36.8 degrees Celsius on Sunday, five degrees above normal for this time of the season. According to the report, Delhi’s Pitampura was the hottest area of the city at 38.7 degrees Celsius, followed by 38.5 degrees at Yamuna Sports Complex in East Delhi. RK Jenamani, a scientist at IMD said, "There was a temporary respite on Saturday a...

Website On "Untold" Stories Of PM Launched; "Check It Out," Says Minister

The new website titled 'Modi Story' compiles first-hand anecdotes and reminiscences of persons who have closely witnessed the Prime Minister's life. New Delhi:  In a unique volunteer-driven initiative, the netizens have opened a new website presenting the inspiring life stories of Prime Minister Narendra Modi through the lens of those who have caught a glimpse into his life. The new website titled 'Modi Story' compiles first-hand anecdotes and reminiscences of persons who have closely witnessed the Prime Minister's life. It also calls for the submission of write-ups, audio or visual stories of any such experience or anecdote along with photos with PM Modi, letters or personal memorabilia associated with him. Sharing the Twitter handle of the new website (modistory.in) titled, Union Minister for Women and Child Development Smriti Irani said, "Stories of grit & grace ... memories of the magic of personal meetings, talks that reflect an amiable persona, a ...

AAP Government Presents ₹ 75,800 Crore Budget For Delhi For FY 2022-23

Delhi Budget 2022: "Delhi's economy is recovering gradually from the impact of COVID-19. The budget allocation for 2022-23 is ₹ 75,800 crore," Manish Sisodia said in his budget speech. New Delhi:  Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia today presented a ₹ 75,800 crore budget in the Assembly for the financial year 2022-23. "Delhi's economy is recovering gradually from the impact of COVID-19. The budget allocation for 2022-23 is ₹ 75,800 crore," Mr Sisodia said in his budget speech. The budget size for the financial year 2021-22 was ₹ 69,000 crore. The budget size for 2022-23 is 9.86 per cent higher than the previous year.  

Yogi Adityanath Meets Amit Shah Over UP Cabinet, Suspense Over Deputy Chief Minister Continues

The BJP, which stormed back to power in the crucial state, is scheduled to elect its legislative party leader on Thursday. New Delhi:  Uttar Pradesh chief minister-elect Yogi Adityanath met Home Minister Amit Shah to discuss the formation of government in the state. The two leaders discussed the ministers that will be sworn in along with Mr Adityanath on March 25, party sources said. The meeting was held late on Wednesday night at the home minister's residence. The BJP, which came back to power in the crucial state, is scheduled to elect its legislative party leader on Thursday. It is expected to be attended by Mr Shah, the party's observer for government formation in UP, and several other senior BJP leaders. The BJP with its allies won 274 seats out of 403, becoming the first party in over three decades to form a government for a second consecutive time in the state. BJP is certain to name Mr Adityanath as the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh in Thursday's meet. But the par...

Covid Makes Comeback In US As Omicron BA.2 Variant Becomes Dominant

Covid-19 deaths are running at around 900 per day -- with a total of one million deaths from the disease expected withing about a month. Washington:  Covid is making its latest comeback in parts of the northeastern United States as the BA.2 coronavirus variant becomes dominant in the country, officials said Wednesday, while urging Congress to pass new funding or risk the supply of future treatments and vaccines. The country is currently registering an average of 28,600 cases per day, down well below the last peak of more than 800,000 average daily infections, seen in January. Covid-19 deaths are running at around 900 per day -- with a total of one million deaths from the disease expected withing about a month. But Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) director Rochelle Walensky told reporters there were early signs of a new wave. "We have seen a small increase in reported Covid-19 cases in New York state and New York City and some increases in people in hospital with CO...

Boris Johnson discusses Ukraine situation with PM Modi, terms Putin regime deeply 'disturbing'

Johnson-Modi said that Russia needed to adhere to the UN Charter and both agreed that respect for international law was the only way to ensure global peace and prosperity. New Delhi:  UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Tuesday (March 22, 2022) spoke to his Indian counterpart Narendra Modi and the two leaders discussed the 'grave' situation in Ukraine.  "The leaders discussed the grave situation in Ukraine, and the Prime Minister said he believed the actions of (Vladimir) Putin’s regime were deeply disturbing and disastrous for the world," a statement issued by Johnson`s office following the call said  Johnson-Modi also said that Russia needed to adhere to the UN Charter and both agreed that respect for international law was the only way to ensure global peace and prosperity.   The leaders welcomed India and the UK’s strong and prosperous relationship and agreed to continue to build on trade, security and business ties in the coming weeks and months.  which impor...

$400 Billion... 1st Time Ever," Says PM Modi As India Sets Export Record

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted graphics of India achieving the highest ever exports target nine days ahead of the intended deadline. New Delhi:  Hailing India's success in achieving its goods export target of USD 400 billion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi asserted today that this is a key milestone in India's 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' journey. "India set an ambitious target of $400 Billion of goods exports & achieves this target for the first time ever. I congratulate our farmers, weavers, MSMEs, manufacturers, exporters for this success. This is a key milestone in our Aatmanirbhar Bharat journey. #LocalGoesGlobal," PM Modi tweeted.   

Cardiologist At Delhi Hospital Sacked After Death Of 3 Patients

The doctor was sacked on orders from the Delhi Secretariat, a senior official said. New Delhi:  An associate professor of cardiology, who was working on contractual basis at Delhi government-run Rajiv Gandhi Super Specialty Hospital, has been "terminated" from service after the death of three patients with heart blockage earlier this month, officials said. He was sacked on orders from the Delhi Secretariat, a senior official said. Action against the doctor was initiated on March 10 before a four-member committee was set up to review the matter, officials said. The professor, who was working on contractual basis at Rajiv Gandhi Super Specialty Hospital in east Delhi, was terminated from service after the death of three patients with heart blockage earlier this month on orders from the Delhi Secretariat, the official said.  

11 Dead In Massive Fire In Timber Godown In Telangana's Secunderabad

Secunderabad Fire: Twelve migrant workers from Bihar were trapped in the godown, located in a crowded area of Secunderabad's Bhoiguda when the fire erupted. Secundrabad:  At least eleven people were killed in a massive fire that broke out at a timber godown in Telangana's Secunderabad in the early hours of Wednesday. Police said that twelve migrant workers from Bihar were trapped in the godown, located in a crowded area of Secunderabad's Bhoiguda when the fire erupted. While one worker escaped the fire by jumping from the first floor of the two-storey building, eleven workers lost their lives It is suspected that the fire was caused by a short circuit in the godown. The matter is being investigated, officials said, adding that the fire has been doused.  

Yogi Adityanath oath ceremony: PM Modi, Amit Shah to attend; Akhilesh Yadav, Priyanka Gandhi may also join

PM Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, BJP national president JP Nadda will be some of the key guests in Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's oath-taking ceremony.   New Delhi:  Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Bharatiya Janata Party national president JP Nadda will be some of the key guests in Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath's oath-taking ceremony, ANI reported. Yogi Adityanath, who created history by leading the saffron party to take the majority in Uttar Pradesh for the second consecutive term, will take over the office of Chief Minister on March 25. Apart from key BJP leaders and union ministers, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh president, many other Union Cabinet Ministers and chief ministers of BJP-ruled states are also invited, ANI reported quoting sources. As per ANI, several opposition leaders, including Yogi’s immediate rival and Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav may also at...

LIVE: Ten ministers, including a woman, inducted in Bhagwant Mann govt in Punjab

Ten MLAs of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will take oath as Ministers in Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab Cabinet at a swearing-in ceremony in Chandigarh on Saturday. New Delhi:  Ten MLAs of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) will take oath as Ministers in Bhagwant Mann-led Punjab Cabinet at a swearing-in ceremony in Chandigarh on Saturday. The leaders who will become a part of the cabinet are Harpal Singh Cheema, Baljit Kaur, Harbhajan Singh ETO, Vijay Singla, Lal Chand Kataruchak, Gurmeet Singh Meet Hayer, Kuldeep Singh Dhaliwal, Laljit Singh Bhullar, Bram Shanker and Harjot Singh Bains. Meanwhile, Japan Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will begin his two-day visit to India, which is his first on Saturday. Kishida will take part in the 14th India-Japan Annual Summit, besides holding bilateral talks with PM Narendra Modi. The objective is to coordinate developmental projects in Northeastern parts of India in areas of connectivity, forest management, disaster risk reduction and capacity building. Several p...

ICC Women's World Cup: Inconsistent India Suffer Second Defeat, Lose To England By 4 Wickets March 15, 2022

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ICC Women's World Cup: A below-par batting effort cost India dear but defending champions England earned a new lifeline with a four-wicket victory on Wednesday. INDW vs ENGW: England won the match by 4 wickets. © AFP A below-par batting effort cost India dear but defending champions England earned a new lifeline in the  ICC Women's World Cup  with a  four-wicket victory  on Wednesday. It was a must-win game for the title holders, who had lost all three matches before this contest. They moved up to six from seventh. India now have two wins and as many defeats from four matches and stay in third position. All India could manage was 134 in 36.2 overs with Smriti Mandhana top-scoring for the side with her 35-run knock. Wicketkeeper batter Richa Ghosh made 33 after India opted to field first. Charlie Dean (4/23) was the pick of the bowlers for England while Anya Shrubsole (2/20) also chipped in with two wickets. The four-time champions England stuttered a bit before cross...

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann swearing-in ceremony Live updates: AAP leader to take oath shortly

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Bhagwant Mann swearing-in ceremony LIVE News, Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann swearing-in ceremony: The MLAs will be administered oath during Vidhan Sabha session on Thursday, while Mann’s cabinet will take oath Saturday at the Punjab Raj Bhawan. Bhagwant Mann’s oath-taking ceremony Live : As Bhagwant Mann prepares to take oath as Punjab’s 18th Chief Minister at  Bhagat Singh’s  village  Khatkar Kalan,  the  Aam Aadmi Party  (AAP) has asked people to turn up in ‘basanti’ turbans and dupattas at a venue that prominently showcases this colour — one commonly associated with the freedom fighter. The ‘pandal’, with yellow drapes and 50,000 chairs, has been set up on 40 acres land near the Bhagat Singh memorial in the village in Nawanshahr district. A government official said at least 4 lakh people, the expected turnout, can sit on the chairs and the ground. Comments Popular posts from this blog Covid-19: India lab investigated over 298 positive tests on flights from Ita...