February 4, 2025 8:27 AM February 4, 2025 8:27 AM

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Bart De Wever sworn in as Belgium’s new Prime Minister

In Belgium, Bart De Wever has been sworn in as the country's new prime minister. The oath-taking ceremony took place before King Philippe of Belgium at the Royal Palace yesterday.   De Wever's coalition, consisting of five parties, includes seven francophone ministers and seven Flemish minister...

February 4, 2025 8:23 AM February 4, 2025 8:23 AM

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Shashank Anand appointed as new IG of BSF Jammu Frontier

Haryana Cadre IPS officer Shashank Anand has been appointed as the new Inspector General (IG) of the Border Security Force (BSF) for the Jammu Frontier, which covers the International Border from Jammu to Kathua. He takes over from IG D.K. Boora, who led the frontier since October 2021.   Shash...

February 4, 2025 7:46 AM February 4, 2025 7:46 AM

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Tennis: Sumit Nagal advances to pre-quarterfinals of Rosario Challenger

In Tennis, India's Sumit Nagal advanced to the pre-quarterfinals of the Rosario Challenger in Argentina, last night. The ace Indian tennis star, seeded eight, defeated Renzo Olivo of Argentina in the round of 32. Despite facing a challenging start after losing the first set, Nagal won the match by 5...

February 4, 2025 7:51 AM February 4, 2025 7:51 AM

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Commercial operations for trains to Kashmir soon: Railways Minister

The Union Minister for Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, yesterday announced that the commercial operations for trains to Kashmir will be launched soon and disclosed that all tracks in Jammu and Kashmir have been electrified. Akashvani Jammu Correspondent reports that addressing a video press conference f...

February 4, 2025 1:53 PM February 4, 2025 1:53 PM

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Discussion resumes on Motion of Thanks on President’s Address in Parliament

The Lok Sabha today resumed discussion on the Motion of Thanks on the President’s address to the joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament. Participating in the discussion, Samajwadi Party MP, Akhilesh Yadav said that the country with its vast potential and resources has not been able to exploit it...

February 4, 2025 7:22 AM February 4, 2025 7:22 AM

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IMD forecasts thunderstorm, lightning, dense fog across several regions

The morning hours of National Capital Delhi witnessed scattered rainfall today. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department has forecast thunderstorms accompanied by lightning at isolated places over Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Punjab and West Uttar Pradesh today. Similar conditions are expected ...

February 4, 2025 7:17 AM February 4, 2025 7:17 AM

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SCO Secretary-General arrives in New Delhi for 4-day visit

Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Nurlan Yermekbayev has arrived in New Delhi today. In a social media post, External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, the visit underscores the country's commitment to enhancing regional cooperation, security, and trade and economic...

February 4, 2025 7:26 AM February 4, 2025 7:26 AM

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Over 1.8 lakh personnel deployed for smooth conduct of Delhi assembly polls

All arrangements are being made for the smooth conduct of elections for the 70-member Delhi Assembly to be held tomorrow. The polling will be held from 7 AM to 6 PM on Wednesday. Over one crore 56 lakh voters will decide the fate of the 699 candidates in the fray. Campaigning came to an end last eve...

February 4, 2025 7:08 AM February 4, 2025 7:08 AM

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Rwanda-backed M23 rebels declare ceasefire in Congo

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels in eastern Congo declared a unilateral ceasefire, citing humanitarian concerns. The announcement was made yesterday, following deadly clashes last week between the rebels and Congolese forces, which left hundreds of people dead. The fighting, which saw the rebels seize Goma ...

February 4, 2025 7:31 AM February 4, 2025 7:31 AM

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HM Amit Shah to chair security review meeting on J&K

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair a security review meeting on Jammu and Kashmir in New Delhi today. The meeting is expected to be attended by Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Home Secretary Govind Mohan, and chiefs of central agencies like IB and RAW, along with other senio...