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March 30, 2024 1:20 PM

France reaches out to 45 foreign countries, soliciting their assistance in providing additional military, police and civilian personnel to bolster security measures for Paris Olympic Games

France has reached out to around 45 foreign countries, soliciting their assistance in providing additional military, police and civilian personnel to bolster security measures for the upcoming Paris Olympic Games this summer. Security is the biggest challenge for the Paris Games organiser...

March 30, 2024 2:27 PM

India’s foreign exchange reserves increased by 140 million dollars

India's foreign exchange reserves increased by 140 million dollars to touch its all-time high of 642.631 billion dollars during the week ended on the 22nd of March. The data released by the Reserve Bank of India said, this is the fifth consecutive week of a jump in the overall reserves. The kitty ha...

March 30, 2024 2:27 PM

IMD forecasts fresh spell of intense rainfall and thunderstorms over Northeast India

India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a fresh spell of intense rainfall and thunderstorms over Northeast India from today. It also predicted Light to moderate Rainfall and thunderstorm activity over Northwest India till tomorrow with the possibility of isolated heavy falls over the West...

March 30, 2024 12:49 PM

PM Narendra Modi pays homage to revolutionary freedom fighter Shyamji Krishna Varma on his Punya Tithi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to revolutionary freedom fighter Shyamji Krishna Varma on his Punya Tithi today. In a social media post, the Prime Minister said a stalwart of the Indian Independence movement, his indomitable spirit and commitment to the cause of freedom will never be forgot...

March 30, 2024 12:49 PM

Prez Droupadi Murmu and PM Narendra Modi extends greetings to people on Rajasthan Day

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi today extended greetings to the people on Rajasthan Day. In a social media post, the President said, Rajasthan is famous for its glorious traditions, hospitality and rainbow culture. She said, the people of Rajasthan have established their en...

March 30, 2024 12:11 PM

Today marks 100th year of Viakom Satyagraha

Today marks the 100th year of the historic Viakom Satyagraha that marks a milestone in the fight against untouchability in Kerala's history. It not only challenged caste oppression but also the social norms. Vaikom Satyagraha, the non-violent agitation that lasted for 603 days was held for the right...

March 30, 2024 12:06 PM

In Tennis, fourth-seeded Elena Rybakina to lock horns with unseeded Danielle Collins in the Women’s Singles final of Miami Open in Florida

In Tennis, fourth-seeded Elena Rybakina will lock horns with unseeded Danielle Collins in the Women's Singles final of Miami Open in Florida tonight Kazakhstan's Rybakina edge past World Number 27 Belarusian Victoria Azarenka 6-4, 0-6, 7-6 while American Collins defeated World Number 14 Ekaterina Al...

March 30, 2024 11:56 AM

IPL Cricket: Lucknow Super Giants to take on Punjab Kings at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium in Lucknow

In IPL Cricket, Lucknow Super Giants will take on Punjab Kings at Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Stadium in Lucknow. The match will begin at 7.30 PM. Yesterday, Kolkata Knight Riders defeated Royal Challengers Bengaluru by seven wickets at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Put i...

March 30, 2024 11:50 AM

Indian Navy rescues 23 Pakistani nationals from Somali pirates in Arabian Sea

Indian Navy rescued 23 Pakistani nationals from Somali pirates during a 12-hour-long operation in the Arabian Sea. Utilising their tactical expertise and strategic coordination, Indian naval forces initiated negotiations with the pirates, compelling them to surrender without bloodshed. The surrende...

March 30, 2024 11:46 AM

US says it will impose new visa restrictions on number of Hong Kong government officials accused of perpetrating human rights violations

The United States has said that it will impose new visa restrictions on a number of Hong Kong government officials accused of perpetrating human rights violations. Secretary of State Antony Blinken in a statement asserted that action will be promptly taken on this matter. Media reports sa...