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#SecurityScan 96: Khalistani Extremism, India-Maldives relations and much more

A notable feature of India's Vision Statement with the Maldives is its emphasis on maritime security, a topic not explicitly addressed in the nation-specific aspects of economic cooperation with Sri Lanka.

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India's Vaccine Policy Impacting Global Health Governance

India's vaccine policy at the global level is an intricate interplay of diplomacy, public health imperatives, economic considerations, and strategic positioning. With a burgeoning population and a history of vaccine production and distribution, India's role in global vaccine initiatives has become increasingly prominent. This essay will delve into India's vaccine policy, exploring its evolution, key components, challenges, and impact on the global stage.

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#SecurityScan 74: Padma Awards, ban on SIMI for 5 years and much more

This article is a summary of important events that have taken place in last one week affecting, India's national security. The Padma awards now symbolize something deeper than mere glamour and razzmatazz.

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COVID-19 Test Info Of 81.5Cr Citizens of Bharat with ICMR Up for Sale on Dark web?

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has made available the personal information of 81.5 crore Indians. This might be the outcome of repeated cyber-attack attempts that the council has been aware of since February.

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NB Explain | What impels Nepal President to seek medical treatment in India & not Nepal?

Nepal President Ram Chandra Paudel arrived at New Delhi airport on Wednesday (Apr 19) for his medical treatment. He will be admitted to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) here due to a fall in oxygen levels.

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India continues to support debt-ridden Sri Lanka, distributes ration

India, under its 'Neighbourhood First' policy, has always come forward to help debt-ridden Sri Lanka, and in the latest instance, New Delhi distributed the ration in Kalmunai, the Indian High Commission in Colombo said.

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Supreme Court dismiss Rana Ayyub's plea challenging ED summons in money laundering case

In a huge setback to the so-called journalist Rana Ayyub, the Supreme Court on Tuesday dismissed a petition filed by her challenging the Enforcement Directorate (ED) case being proceeded against her before a Ghaziabad court

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Nepal-China trade threatened again? Beijing closes Rasuwagadhi-Kerung border point

Nepal's trade with China through the land route has been discontinued once again as Beijing has shut the Rasuwagadhi-Kerung border point until Feb 3. China has closed border for new year celebration.

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'This may send wrong message'; Northern Railway slams Sonu Sood for performing a dangerous stunt on moving train

Sood shared that video on December 13. In the 22-second clip, Sood was dangerously sitting by the door of a moving train and holding on to the handrail outside. He was looking out and was precariously sitting on his toes.

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During Jaishankar's first visit to the country, India-Cyprus sign MoU on Defence and Military Cooperation

External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr S Jaishankar and his Cyprus counterpart Ioannis Kasoulides signed an MoU on Defence and Military Cooperation, in Nicosia on Thursday (Dec 29).

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India approves Nasal vaccine for Covid-19 amid fear around BF.7 variant

According to reports, the nasal vaccine for coronavirus will be included in the Covd-19 vaccination program from today onwards and it will be first available in the private hospitals.

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Working secretly for Christian missionaries? T'gana Health Director says ‘Indians survived only because of Christianity’

“Christianity is the reason for India’s development. It is because of the grace of Jesus Christ that Covid has decreased. Many people think that it has decreased because we are doing good, but that is not the reality. The cases have reduced because of Jesus Christ,” said Srinivas.

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Over 60% of China, 10% of world’s population to be infected with COVID & millions may die: Top epidemiologist

A top epidemiologist has claimed that the highly contagious virus will affect 60 percent of China and 10 percent of Earth's population over the next 90 days with deaths likely in the millions.

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It's the right time to bring Ayurveda Mainstream

Ayurveda, the mother of all systems of medicine, growing globally but the speed of growth is not satisfactory.!

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Badminton World Tour relocated from China to Thailand due to COVID-19

The upcoming BWF World Tour Finals have been shifted from China to Thailand due to COVID-19 and will begin on December 7, a week earlier than originally scheduled, the world badminton body announced.

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At least 1,300 Indian students have received Chinese visas: China

China on Monday said that at least 1,300 Indian students have received Chinese visas despite COVID-19 restrictions.

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Another blow to China! Apple iPhone output at China assembly plant in Zhengzhou reduced

Apple said that it has temporarily reduced iPhone 14 production because of COVID-19 restrictions at its assembly plant in China.

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President Xi Jinping: The uncrowned Emperor of China

Xi is likely to launch his assault against the US and India with a huge information campaign directed at his domestic constituency as well as the International community.

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ED files Prosecution complaint against Rana Ayyub, says she used public funds for self

The ED filed a charge sheet against journalist Rana Ayyub under money laundering case, stating that she utilized publicly raised funds of Rs 2.69 crore for herself and also contravened the foreign contribution law.

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PM Modi raises issue of transit rights, food security concerns

At SCO Summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised concerns about food security and provide solutions for promoting the cultivation and consumption of millets.

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IMF MD congratulates India on strong Economic recovery from Covid-19

Ahead of India's upcoming G20 presidency, International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva on Thursday thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for a great meeting and congratulated India on's strong economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

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World Bank praises India's fight against Covid-19

A discussion paper published by the World Bank recently has hailed many aspects of India's Covid-19 management, saying the country used a "whole of government" approach, accelerated tendering process, and put in place essential quality assurance protocols, besides promoting the active role of the private sector in the establishment of laboratories and in the raising of additional resources by venture capital.

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UNGA prez lauds 'world pharmacy' India for helping distant nations during the COVID-19 pandemic

India's pharmaceutical industry has played a "crucial role" during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the government, India has supplied over 201 million doses to about 100 countries across Southeast Asia, South America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East till May 22.

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Struggle to end no sooner! Sri Lanka extends emergency for another month

The Parliament of Sri Lanka on Wednesday (Jul 27) voted to approve the proclamation of the state of emergency imposed earlier in July, allowing it to extend it. In the voting that was held, 120 Sri Lankan parliamentarians voted for imposing emergency regulations and 63 voted against it.

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Traders from Bangladesh compelled of low priced leather export to China

Bangladesh is lagging behind in the world market even though the quality of the leather is good as the traders are forced to export leather to China at low prices. As per the guidelines, those who sell leather must have a Leather Working Group (LWG) certificate, the only institution in the country that has that full certificate.

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Vivek Agnihotri set to direct movie on India's success against the pandemic

The idea behind telling the story of India's Covid fight came to Agnihotri's mind after he travelled to various countries, during which he also tested positive & realized that medical infrastructure of the foreign nations is still far behind than India's.

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PM Modi writes personal appreciation letters to India's COVID-19 vaccinators, lauds 200 crore doses landmark

"Saving lives is crucial, especially during a once-in-a-century global pandemic. Our vaccinators, healthcare workers and support staff, and frontline workers have played a critical role in protecting Indians," PM Modi wrote in the letter.

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India close to touch the milestone of 200 crore COVID-19 vaccinations

India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has exceeded 199.12 Cr (1,99,12,79,010) as per provisional reports till 7 am on Wednesday.

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Centre announces free Covid booster doses for all adults for next 75 days

The free Covid booster doses will be available at all government centres for all the adults

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Extraordinary feat! India achieves complete COVID-19 vaccination of 90% of its adult population

Union Health Minister Dr Mansukh Mandaviya on Monday informed that India has achieved the completion of vaccination of 90% of its adult population

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Assam becomes the 36th State to implement One Nation One Ration Card scheme

With this, the One Nation One Ration Card scheme is successfully implemented in all 36 states, and Union Territories, making food security portable throughout the country.

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First batch of Pak students lands in China but no word over Indian students

Beijing has been silent to permit the return of Indian students despite repeated assurances by Chinese officials

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Third Bi-monthly Monetary Policy of RBI

An unscheduled Monetary policy statement was made on 4th May hence the policy statement made on 8th Jun can be termed as the 3rd Monetary policy Statement for the financial year 2022-23.

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Maharashtra mandates mask in public places, Covid-19 restrictions back amidst rising cases

Additional Chief Secretary, Dr Pradeep Vyas, in a letter to all district authorities, gave out several orders including ones for mandating the wearing of masks in public places.

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North Korea facing biggest challenge in history over Covid-19 outbreak: Kim Jong Un

North Korea reported the first coronavirus deaths on Friday; at least six persons were confirmed dead yesterday in the country.

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K'taka Health Minister slams WHO for exaggerating number of deaths in India due to COVID-19

India has strongly objected to the use of mathematical models by the WHO for projecting excess mortality estimates concerning coronavirus and has said that authentic data is available.

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Zero tolerance on Zero COVID policy! China arrests another activist for raising questions on policy

The Chinese authorities forcefully took him and his wife into custody for raising questions on Zero COVID policy

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#MannerlessCM trends on Twitter! Kejriwal again draws flak for 'indecent behavior' during PM Modi's COVID-19 review meet

Slamming this behavior, the BJP and multiple party leaders have shared the video on the social media platform, with the caption, "Mannerless CM of Delhi!

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Maharashtra drops all Covid-19 restrictions from Saturday, including wearing masks

While the govt advised the people to follow Covid-19 appropriate behaviour, wearing a mask is no more mandatory but has been made optional.

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COVID-19 caller tune to go off your phones soon: Reports

Reports suggest that official sources are thinking of dropping the pre-call announcements from phones after nearly two years of raising awareness about COVID-19. However, there is no exact date and time known for when the caller tune will stop.

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UGC urges students to be cautious before studying in China, says no recognition for online degrees

The statement said that as per extant rules, UGC and AICTE don't recognize such degree courses done only in online mode without prior approval.

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'Important day for India', PM Modi says as COVID vaccination for 12-14 age group begins

The COVID-19 vaccine to be administered to the 12-14 age group would be Corbevax, which is manufactured by Biological Evans, Hyderabad.

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International flights to remain suspended till further orders

Civil Aviation Ministry states that the scheduled international flights in India will remain suspended till further notice.

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PM CARES for Children Scheme extended till Feb 28

In May 2020, PM Modi had announced comprehensive support for children who have lost both their parents due to COVID 19 pandemic

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Now, Canada's Ontario declares state of emergency amid trucker protests against Covid-19 mandates

hat decision was announced by Ontario Premier Doug Ford on Friday morning.

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Singer Lata Mangeshkar's health condition deteriorates again, now on ventilator

Lata Mangeshkar had tested positive for Covid-19 on January 8. & was admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital soon after

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WHO dashboard shows J&K as part of Pakistan & China: MP writes to PM Modi

The World Health Organisation’s (WHO) Covid dashboard showed Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and Arunachal Pradesh as parts of Pakistan and China.

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Budget 2022-23 – For Infrastructure Sector Smile Continues, Hopefully:

Given the Government’s thrust on infrastructure spending to revive the economy, the FY2023 budgetary outlay remains crucial to complete the Government’s ambitious Bharatmala and allied programs in a timely manner.

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Maharashtra reopens schools today, Pune to keep schools shut due to rising Covid cases

The BMC's assessment indicated that the cases of Omicron are not on the rise, and it had said that the curve was flattening

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'Thankful for his concern and good wishes': Sharad Pawar after PM Modi inquires about his health as NCP supremo tests COVID+

Sharad Pawar has also assured that his testing Covid-19 positive is 'no cause of worry'.

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