THE HEADLINES:
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi says double-engine government is continuously striving for all-round development of Bihar; Inaugurates and lays foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over 48,000 crore rupees at Rohtas district in Bihar.
- Home Minister Amit Shah distributes appointment letters to families affected by Pakistan shelling during Operation Sindoor in Poonch in Jammu and Kashmir.
- First batch of 17 female cadets graduated from National Defence Academy today.
- Supreme Court directs NEET-PG 2025 exam to be conducted in one shift.
- The United States says Israel has agreed to 60-day ceasefire proposal in Gaza.
- In IPL T20 Cricket, Gujarat Titans to take on Mumbai Indians in eliminator match in Chandigarh.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over 48,000 crore rupees in Rohtas district of Bihar today. Addresing the gathering The Prime Minister said, the double-engine government is continuously striving for the all-round development of Bihar. He added that in this direction development projects worth thousands of crores rupees were inagurated today.
The Prime Minister criticized the erstwhile Congress and RJD-led governments in Bihar. Mr. Modi alleged that under the guise of social justice, the RJD exploited the poor and backward communities.
Speaking on Operation Sindoor, Prime Minister Narendra Modi affirmed that India’s fight against terrorism has been unwavering and it will never stop. He said the enemy of the country, in any form, be it terrorism or naxalism, will be dealt with swiftly and decisively.
Later in the day, the Prime Minister will inaugurate and lay the foundation stone of multiple development projects worth 47,600 crore rupees in Kanpur this afternoon. These projects are aimed at boosting the region’s infrastructure and connectivity.
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Union Home Minister Amit Shah today visited Poonch town in Jammu and Kashmir to take a first-hand assessment of damages caused to the properties and religious places in the border town by PaK shelling during Operation Sindoor. The Home Minister accompanied by the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, senior officials and top security personnel, met the families affected by PaK shelling at the Dak Bungalow and listened to their grievances and offered condolences.
The Home Minister distributed financial assistance to the affected families and also distributed appointment letters among the next of kin of those killed in the shelling. Speaking at the event, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said Pakistan targeted the civilian areas in J&K and Poonch which was condemend by the entire world.
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The Defence Ministry has approved Miniratna Category-I status for Munitions India Limited (MIL), Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL), and India Optel Limited (IOL). Defence Minister Rajnath Singh congratulated all three Defence Public Sector Undertakings on their transformation from government organizations into profit-making corporate entities within a short span of three years. He also expressed satisfaction with the initiatives taken by the management of MIL, AVNL, and IOL to increase company turnover, maximize indigenisation, and meet other performance parameters required for the grant of Miniratna status.
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As a demonstration of India’s steadfast dedication to eradicating terrorism, the seven multiparty parliamentary delegations are engaged in high-level discussions during their official visits abroad. All-Party Delegation led by JD(U) MP Sanjay Jha which is currently on a visit to Indonesia held several meetings including with scholars and researchers from Indonesia based think tanks and academia in Jakarta. The delegation also met the Chairman of Nahdlatul Ulama Executive Board, KH Ulil Abshar Abdalla in Jakarta. Talking to media, Congress leader Salman Khurshid who is also a part of delegation said that Indonesia has supported India’s stand against terrorism.
The Chairman of Nahdlatul Ulama Executive Board said both India and Indonesia have gone through the challenge of terrorism and also shared his experience of tackling the problem of extremism with the Indian delegation.
The all-party parliamentary delegation led by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor addressed media in the Capital of Columbia, Bogota this morning. Speaking at the occasion, Mr Tharoor said that there can be no equivalence between those who dispatch terrorists and those who resist them.
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As we celebrate the success of Operation Sindoor, the Nation salutes the valour of the Indian soldiers. As a tribute to the Armed Forces, Akashvani News is presenting a special series. Today we remember Param Vir Chakra awardee Captain Gurbachan Singh Salaria who was a part of UN Peacekeeping force from India in Congo and made the supreme sacrifice during the Civil War like situation in Congo in 1961.
“Born in 1935 in Gurdaspur Punjab, Captain Gurbachan Singh Salaria was commissioned in 1 Gorkha Rifles in 1957. Captain Salaria, serving with the Indian contingent of the UN peacekeeping force in Congo, displayed exceptional bravery during a critical operation in December 1961. Following Belgium’s withdrawal, Congo descended into civil war, and the UN intervened to restore order. When the Security Council moved to end hostile actions by secessionist Katangese forces, their leader, Moise Tshombe, escalated violence against UN personnel. On December 5, Captain Salaria led a platoon to reinforce a position near Elisabethville airfield, where Katangese troops had established a strong roadblock supported by two armored cars and about 90 men. Despite facing superior enemy strength and heavy fire, he launched a direct assault. Charging with bayonets, khukris, hand grenades, and rocket-launcher support, Captain Salaria and his men killed 40 enemy soldiers, destroyed the armored vehicles, and forced the rest to flee in panic. Though grievously wounded by enemy fire, Captain Salaria fought on until he collapsed and later succumbed to his injuries. His decisive action prevented the encirclement of the UN Headquarters in Elisabethville. For his extraordinary courage and leadership, he was posthumously awarded the Param Vir Chakra. Saklen Akhtar for Akashvani News, Delhi.“
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In a landmark moment in the country’s military history, the first-ever batch of 17 women cadets, along with over 300 male cadets were commissioned as officers rs into the Indian Armed Forces today.
They were part of Passing Out Parade of the National Defence Academy’s 148th course this morning at the iconic Khetarpal Ground in Pune.
Speaking to media Harsimran Kaur, one of the cadets said she was actually preparing for JEE Mains and then NDA came in between as a blessing.
Another cadet Ishita Sangwan said it felt amazing to be an ex-NDA as there was no one from defence background in her family.
We have more from our Correspondent:
In a momentous event, the Passing Out Parade of the 148th course of the National Defence Academy (NDA) was held this morning with great enthusiasm at the Khetarpal Ground, marking the completion of training for the first-ever batch of women cadets set to be commissioned as officers in the Indian Armed Forces. In the convocation ceremony yesterday degrees were awarded to 339 cadets, including 17 women. Among the women cadets, Shruti Daksh secured first place in the Arts stream and was honoured with the Commandant’s Silver Medal. For Akashvani news Madhav Jaybhaye, Pune.
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The Supreme Court today directed that the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test for Postgraduate (NEET-PG) 2025, which is scheduled for June 15, be conducted in a single shift rather than two shifts. A bench headed by Justice Vikram Nath instructed the authorities to arrange for the exam to be held in one shift and to ensure that full transparency is maintained throughout the process.
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The United States has announced that Israel has agreed to a 60-day ceasefire proposal for Gaza, even as its military operations continue in the conflict-ridden territory. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed during a press briefing that U.S. Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff, along with President Donald Trump, submitted the ceasefire proposal to Hamas. Leavitt stated that Israel had endorsed and supported the plan.
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In the IPL T20 Cricket 2025, playoffs continue with a blockbuster eliminator clash between Gujarat Titans and Mumbai Indians at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Chandigarh this evening. Royal Challengers Bengaluru already sealing a place in the final after defeating table-toppers Punjab Kings by 8 wickets in the first Qualifier in Chandigarh last night.
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread to light and moderate rainfall over Northeast part of the country during next 7 days. According to IMD, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi will also witness similar conditions tii 3rd June. the weather agency also estimated very heavy rainfall over isolated heavy rainfall likely over Gangetic West Bengal, Bihar, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, Karaikal, Coastal Karnataka, Kerala, and Mahe.
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THE HEADLINES ONCE AGAIN
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi says double-engine government is continuously striving for all-round development of Bihar; Inaugurates and lays foundation stone of multiple development projects worth over 48,000 crore rupees at Rohtas district in Bihar.
- Home Minister Amit Shah distributes appointment letters to families affected by Pakistan shelling during Operation Sindoor in Poonch in Jammu and Kashmir.
- First batch of 17 female cadets graduated from National Defence Academy today.
- Supreme Court directs NEET-PG 2025 exam to be conducted in one shift.
- The United States says Israel has agreed to 60-day ceasefire proposal in Gaza.
- In IPL T20 Cricket, Gujarat Titans to take on Mumbai Indians in eliminator match in Chandigarh.
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