The Ministry of External Affairs summoned the Iranian Ambassador to express severe concerns regarding a shooting incident involving two Indian-flagged ships in the Strait of Hormuz. The Foreign Secretary reiterated the importance of the safety of maritime navigation and requested Iran's cooperation in resuming secure passage for India-bound ships.
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The Ministry of External Affairs condemns the attack on French UN Peacekeepers in UNIFIL, urging Lebanon to ensure justice and highlight the safeguarding of UN personnel as part of Resolution 2589. Source: Original Link
In a heartfelt address to the nation, the Prime Minister expressed regret over the failure to pass an amendment for the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, blaming opposition parties such as Congress, DMK, TMC, and Samajwadi Party for politicizing the issue to the detriment of women's rights. The Prime
Shri Sriram Taranikanti, Director of Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration, addresses Indian Statistical Service Officer Trainees at National Statistical Systems Training Academy, emphasizing the importance of leadership and statistical acumen in evidence-based governance. Source: Original Link
Union Minister of Rural Development, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, chaired a meeting with Ministers from States and Union Territories to review the implementation of Mahatma Gandhi NREGA and assess the preparedness for Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act. He emphasized timely employment and prompt wage payments,