Pradhan Mantri Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTG) Development Mission :
PM Modi launched the 24,000 crore Pradhan Mantri PVTG Development Mission in Jharkhand, benefiting 75 tribes. He initiated the \’Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra,\’ released the 15th PM-KISAN instalment, and inaugurated projects worth 7,200 crores. Notably, he paid tributes to Bhagwan Birsa Munda, flagged off IEC vans, and dedicated the achievement of 100% Railway Electrification in Jharkhand. Read more.
ICC Cricket World Cup Semifinal:
Mumbai is well-prepared for the India vs New Zealand World Cup semifinal at Wankhede Stadium. Deputy Commissioner of Police Pravin Mundhe announced heightened security with 120 officers, 600 personnel, striking forces, riot control parties, and quick reaction teams deployed in and around the stadium. Read more
10th ASEAN Defence Ministers\’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM plus):
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will attend the 10th ASEAN Defence Ministers\’ Meeting-Plus in Jakarta from November 16 to 17. He will hold bilateral meetings, addressing regional security issues. ADMM-Plus aims to enhance cooperation among ASEAN and partner countries, with Indonesia hosting as the current chair. Read more
EC Issues Notice to AAP Leader Arvind Kejriwal:
The Election Commission (EC) issued a notice to AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal, prompted by a BJP complaint about allegedly defamatory posts on the party\’s official handle targeting PM Modi. EC seeks Kejriwal\’s explanation by the 16th. Read more
Indian Railways-1,700 Special Trains :
Indian Railways ensures a comfortable festive season with 1,700 special trains and a record 26 lakh berths. Extensive crowd control measures are implemented at major stations, deploying Government Railway Police and Railway Protection Force staff to regulate foot traffic and prevent stampede-like situations during peak travel periods. Read more