Friday, November 22
The 'Zorawar' light tank, developed indigenously for high-altitude warfare, has passed preliminary trials in desert conditions. Set for induction by 2027 after further testing, the Army plans to procure 354 units costing Rs 17,500 crore. This development marks a significant step towards India's self-reliance in critical defence technologies amid ongoing tensions with China.
India and China have committed to accelerating efforts towards complete disengagement in eastern Ladakh, essential for normalizing relations. This was discussed by NSA Ajit Doval and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the BRICS NSAs meeting. Both sides stressed that peace along the LAC is crucial for regional stability and bilateral relations.
Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal received conditional bail from the Supreme Court in the alleged liquor policy scam case. The court set a Rs 10 lakh bail bond and barred him from attending office or signing official files. The BJP has called for his resignation, stating that these restrictions compromise his role as CM.
The Supreme Court has granted bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in a corruption case involving an alleged liquor policy scam. The court criticized the CBI for unjustly prolonging his detention. Kejriwal is required to post a bond of Rs 10 lakh with two sureties and must refrain from public comments or official duties related to the case.
Delhi chief minister Arvind Kejriwal received conditional bail from the Supreme Court in the alleged liquor policy scam case. The court set a Rs 10 lakh bail bond and barred him from attending office or signing official files. The BJP has called for his resignation, stating that these restrictions compromise his role as CM.
Indian scientists are working on Mission Mausam to develop techniques for enhancing or suppressing rain, hail, and lightning within five years. The project also aims to improve weather forecasts and introduce a ChatGPT-like app for quick updates. The government has initially allocated Rs 2,000 crore for this initiative.
President Joe Biden is set to host the fourth in-person Quad Leaders Summit in Wilmington, Delaware, on September 21. He will be joined by Prime Ministers Narendra Modi of India, Anthony Albanese of Australia, and Fumio Kishida of Japan.
Veteran CPM leader Sitaram Yechury passed away at the age of 72 after a prolonged illness. He was being treated for an acute respiratory tract infection at AIIMS in New Delhi. Leaders like Rahul Gandhi and Jairam Ramesh paid tributes, emphasizing his political contributions and engaging personality. Yechury had served as CPI(M) general secretary since 2015.
