The High-Speed Expendable Aerial Target (HEAT) 'ABHYAS' has been designed by the Aeronautical Development Establishment of DRDO in Bengaluru. Its development was carried out in collaboration with Production Agencies Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Larsen & Toubro.
President Droupadi Murmu delivered her first presidential address to the joint session of Parliament after the formation of the third National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government. The session also marked the beginning of the 18th Lok Sabha and the re-election of Om Birla as Lok Sabha Speaker.
The introduction ceremony, a customary practice, allowed MPs and the public to acquaint themselves with the ministers who will oversee various governmental departments.
BJP's Om Birla and Congress leader Kodikunnil Suresh will face off against each other in the upcoming election for the post of Speaker in the 18th Lok Sabha on Wednesday, an unprecedented moment as it is the first such contest after more than five decades.
On the 50th anniversary of the Emergency imposed by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, BJP leaders, including President JP Nadda and Union Ministers, reflected on this "dark chapter" in Indian democracy.
Lok Sabha session updates: The Bharatiya Janata Party and Congress have issued a three-line-whip to its MPs to remain present in the House on Wednesday from 11 am onwards.
Senior BJP leaders Amit Shah, Nitin Gadkari, and Rajnath Singh took their oaths as Members of Parliament in the Lok Sabha, marking their formal induction for the new parliamentary term.
Lok Sabha session live updates: Pro-tem Speaker Bhartruhari Mahtab administered oath to PM Modi and presiding officers, Radha Mohan Singh and Faggan Singh Kulaste. Following this, he administered oath to other leaders. A total of 544 MPs will take oath in two days from June 24-25.
Several Union Ministers performed Yoga across the country on International Yoga Day, spearheaded by PM Modi from Srinagar.
The BJP-led National Democratic Alliance will hold a crucial meeting at Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's residence today at 5 pm to deliberate on the matter.
Rajnath Singh takes charge as Defence Minister for a second term, outlining his vision for strengthening national security, achieving self-reliance in defense manufacturing, and boosting defense exports.
Modi 3.0: In its first meeting on Monday, PM Narendra Modi-led Union Cabinet made significant decisions including the allocation of ministries in the third NDA government. Following the oath-taking ceremony of Prime Minister Modi and 71 Council of Ministers, the portfolio allocation was announced.
Union Ministers, including S Jaishankar and Ashwini Vaishnaw, assumed their respective ministerial roles on Tuesday. Jaishankar, starting his second term as External Affairs Minister, showcased a stellar performance in navigating global issues, drawing from his rich diplomatic career.
Modi 3.0: Following the finalisation of ministerial department allocations on Monday, key ministers in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's NDA government are set to assume their roles today.
Narendra Modi has become only the second PM after Jawaharlal Nehru to secure a third consecutive term. Along with Modi, 71 Ministers as part of the Union Cabinet took oath in the name of God in New Delhi on Sunday.
Modi Cabinet 3.0: The council of ministers is a blend of youth and experience with senior BJP leaders including Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, Nitin Gadkari, Nirmala Sitharaman and S Jaishankar retaining their ministries. Several young leaders from the BJP and allies have also been inducted.
The newly formed Modi government 3.0 will convene its first cabinet meeting on Monday at 5 PM. The allocation of ministerial portfolios is expected to be announced beforehand, with a focus on the 'Developed India Mission' and PM Modi's guarantees.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new 72-member council of ministers features a diverse mix of professionals. Among the 30 cabinet ministers, six are lawyers, three hold MBA degrees, and ten are postgraduates. Prime Minister Modi and Rajnath Singh are notable for their master's degrees.
Rajnath Singh Oath Taking: Rajnath Singh took oath in Modi 3.0 cabinet..see photos
Along with Narendra Modi, senior BJP leaders Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari and Amit Shah also took oath as cabinet ministers.
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