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Palaniswami chairs crucial AIADMK meet of top office-bearers amidst challenge from rebels

Palaniswami chairs crucial AIADMK meet of top office-bearers amidst challenge from rebels

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Chennai, AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K Palaniswami on Tuesday chaired an interactive meeting with the frontline office bearers of the party including district secretaries against the background of demand from rebels, who have extended support to the TVK government, to convene the general council meeting. Palaniswami chairs crucial AIADMK meet of top office-bearers amidst challenge from rebels The meeting, held for nearly two hours, was attended by about 80 district secretaries, former minister B V Ramana said. All the office bearers and cadres solidly stand with Palaniswami, and the party would work out a strategy to emerge victorious in the coming days. “Over 80 district secretaries attended the meeting. A few could not attend as they were not able to arrive at the party headquarters on time,” Ramana told reporters. AIADMK leader M V Rajan Chellappa said the AIADMK has resolved to strive unitedly under the leadership of Palaniswami with unwavering dedication. “We will be steadfast in extending our full support and cooperation to strengthen the hands of our general secretary and former Chief Minister,” …

Rajnath chairs IGoM meeting, emphasises constant vigil to ease West Asia war effect | India News

Rajnath chairs IGoM meeting, emphasises constant vigil to ease West Asia war effect | India News

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Thursday chaired the second meeting of the Informal Group of Ministers (IGoM), which took stock of a range of issues, including LPG supplies, aviation turbine fuel price hike, and customs duty exemption on 40 critical petrochemical products till June this year. The meeting was attended by Cabinet ministers Nirmala Sitharaman (Finance), Hardeep Singh Puri (Petroleum), Manohar Lal (Power), Jagat Prakash Nadda (Chemical & Fertilisers), S Jaishankar (External Affairs), Prahlad Joshi (Food and Public Distribution), Jitendra Singh (Science and Technology), and Ashwini Vaishnaw (Railways). Rajnath highlighted the importance of round-the-clock monitoring of the situation and the need to respond in a calibrated manner to deal with any eventuality, a statement from the Ministry of Defence noted. He stressed on the need to leave no stone unturned to ensure that the people of the country face the minimum effect of the conflict, the statement added. The IGoM also deliberated upon the recent developments at length, and the next steps to be taken by the Government to mitigate any adverse impact arising due to …

PM Modi chairs key security meet amid West Asia crisis; reviews fuel, energy supply| India News

PM Modi chairs key security meet amid West Asia crisis; reviews fuel, energy supply| India News

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday chaired a key meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) to review measures taken by various ministries/ departments amid the West Asia crisis. This was the second CCS meeting chaired by the Prime Minister on the matter. PM Modi reviewed supply diversification for LPG and LNG, as well as fuel duty reduction and power sector measures. (PMO / ANI) During the meeting, PM Modi reviewed supply diversification for LPG and LNG, as well as fuel duty reduction and power sector measures to ensure that essentials remain stable. In a release by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) after the meeting, the government said efforts to globally diversify sources of energy, fertilizers and other supply chains were being taken. For diversification, new inflows of LPG and LNG are being facilitated from different countries. The cabinet secretary briefed the members about the action taken to ensure supply of petroleum products, particularly LNG/LPG, and sufficient power availability. Interventions across agriculture, fertilizers, shipping, aviation, logistics and MSME’s were discussed to face the challenges …

Rajnath Singh chairs high-level defence review meeting amid West Asia conflict

Rajnath Singh chairs high-level defence review meeting amid West Asia conflict

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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday chaired a high-level meeting to review India’s security environment and defence preparedness in light of rapidly evolving global and regional developments, particularly the ongoing conflict in West Asia, reported news agency ANI. Top military leadership participates in high-level review The crucial meeting was attended by senior defence and military officials, including Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan, Chief of Air Staff Amar Preet Singh, Chief of Army Staff Upendra Dwivedi, and Chief of Naval Staff Dinesh K Tripathi, reported ANI. Also present was Defence Research and Development Organisation Chairman Samir Kamat, along with other senior officials from the defence establishment. The discussions focused on assessing India’s readiness across all three armed forces and reviewing strategic contingencies in view of the current geopolitical tensions. West Asia conflict enters fourth week, raises global concerns The review comes as the West Asia conflict enters its fourth week, significantly impacting global trade routes, particularly through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. The disruption has heightened concerns over energy supplies and international trade stability, …

PM Modi chairs cabinet meet on food, fuel, fertiliser security amid West Asia crisis| India News

PM Modi chairs cabinet meet on food, fuel, fertiliser security amid West Asia crisis| India News

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The government decided on a range of measures on Sunday to ensure food, fuel and fertiliser security amid disruptions due to the conflict in West Asia, as a meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled immediate and long-term steps to ensure the availability of fuel and diversification of imports of fertilisers and other essential needs. Modi convened a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) as the conflict sparked by Israel and the US’s attacks on Iran entered its fourth week (@narendramodi X) Modi convened a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) as the conflict sparked by Israel and the US’s attacks on Iran entered its fourth week, with oil prices rising above $100 a barrel, concerns growing about shortfalls in gas supplies, and countries around the globe bracing for a spike in living costs. The meeting reviewed “mitigating measures” in the wake of the conflict in West Asia, Modi said on social media. “We had extensive discussions on short-, medium- and long-term measures, including ensuring continued availability of fertilisers for …

PM Modi chairs high-level CCS meeting over Middle East conflict

PM Modi chairs high-level CCS meeting over Middle East conflict

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The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reviewed the rapidly evolving situation in the Middle East. Steps to assist stranded Indians were also discussed in affected countries were also discussed during the meet, an official statement said. The high-level meeting focused on the escalating hostilities following recent military developments involving Iran, Israel and the United States. An official statement stated that the CCS was briefed on the February 28 air strikes in Iran and the subsequent escalation, including retaliatory attacks across several Gulf nations. The committee emphasised the urgent need for de-escalation, calling for an early cessation of hostilities and a return to dialogue and diplomacy. Assistance for Indian nationals The CCS directed all concerned departments to take necessary and feasible measures to assist Indian nationals affected by the unfolding crisis. According to the PTI, particular attention was paid to — – Indian travellers stranded in transit hubs – Students scheduled to appear for examinations – Broader regional security, economic and commercial disruptions Following Iran`s retaliation after the US-Israel attacks …

PM Modi chairs CCS meeting; West Asia situation, stranded Indians discussed

PM Modi chairs CCS meeting; West Asia situation, stranded Indians discussed

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In this image released on March 1, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Union Ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh and Nirmala Sitharaman, National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and others during a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), the highest decision-making body on security and strategic matters of the country, in New Delhi. The meeting is understood to have been convened in the wake of the prevailing West Asia situation following the attack on Iran by the United States and Israel and the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Photo: PMO via PTI Photo Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (March 1, 2026) night chaired a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security, the highest decision-making body on security and strategic matters of the country, and it is learnt to have discussed the evolving situation arising out of the fresh conflict in West Asia. The meeting was convened to take stock of the situation emerging in the wake of …

PM Modi chairs CCS meeting; West Asia situation, stranded Indians discussed

PM Modi chairs CCS meeting; West Asia situation, stranded Indians discussed

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In this image released on March 1, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Union Ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh and Nirmala Sitharaman, National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and others during a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), the highest decision-making body on security and strategic matters of the country, in New Delhi. The meeting is understood to have been convened in the wake of the prevailing West Asia situation following the attack on Iran by the United States and Israel and the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Photo: PMO via PTI Photo Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (March 1, 2026) night chaired a meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Security, the highest decision-making body on security and strategic matters of the country, and it is learnt to have discussed the evolving situation arising out of the fresh conflict in West Asia. The meeting was convened to take stock of the situation emerging in the wake of …

Amit Shah Visits Bobia Border Post, Chairs Security Review In Jammu | India News

Amit Shah Visits Bobia Border Post, Chairs Security Review In Jammu | India News

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Last Updated:February 06, 2026, 21:11 IST The Home Minister also joined the jawans for ‘bada khana’ at the Bobiya Border Out Post located on the India-Pakistan border in Jammu and Kashmir. Amit Shah visited the Bobia Border Out Post in Jammu and Kashmir along the India-Pakistan border. (X/@AmitShah) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Friday visited the Bobia Border Out Post in Jammu and Kashmir along the India-Pakistan border and said India’s security forces continue to display the highest levels of sacrifice, dedication and valour in keeping the country secure. In a post on X, Shah said that seeing the spirit of the soldiers stationed there filled him with pride. हमारे सुरक्षा बल सीमाओं पर त्याग, समर्पण व पराक्रम का निरंतर सर्वोच्च प्रदर्शन कर हमारे देश को सुरक्षित बनाए हुए हैं। भारत-पाकिस्तान सीमा पर जम्मू-कश्मीर के बोबिया बॉर्डर आउट पोस्ट का दौरा किया। यहाँ वीर जवानों के जज्बे को देख मन गर्व से भर गया। pic.twitter.com/AxQAO5LzWv— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) February 6, 2026 The Home Minister also joined the jawans for ‘bada khana’ at the Bobiya …

LG Sinha chairs 89th university council meet of Jammu varsity

LG Sinha chairs 89th university council meet of Jammu varsity

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Lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha on Friday chaired the 89th meeting of the University Council of the University of Jammu at Lok Bhavan. J&K lieutenant governor Manoj Sinha (File) The meeting was attended by Sakeena Itoo, minister for health & medical education, school education, higher education and social welfare; prof Umesh Rai, vice-chancellor, University of Jammu; prof Nilofer Khan, vice-chancellor, University of Kashmir; prof KS Chandrasekhar, vice-chancellor, Cluster University Jammu; prof Mohd Mobin, vice-chancellor, Cluster University Srinagar; Santosh D Vaidya, principal secretary, finance; Mandeep K Bhandari, principal secretary to LG; Ram Niwas Sharma, commissioner secretary, higher education department; prof Alok Kumar Rai, director, IIM Calcutta; prof AK Kaul, former professor, department of sociology, BHU Varanasi; Neeraj Sharma, registrar, Jammu University and other members of the council. The council accorded in-principal approval to various agenda items and proposals, including inclusion of several provisions in align with National Education Policy (NEP), 2020, and UGC guidelines. These included adoption of strategic action plan (2025–2030); introduction of five-year integrated UG-PG programme in Mathematical Sciences; guidelines of the grant of duty …