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PM Modi calls paper leak issue a national concern at NDA’s Mangal Milan

PM Modi calls paper leak issue a national concern at NDA’s Mangal Milan

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday described the issue of examination paper leaks as a matter of national concern during the National Democratic Alliance’s (NDA) Mangal Milan programme, stressing that it should not be viewed through a political lens. He said those responsible for such crimes should face the strictest punishment and called for a united effort by all states and political parties to tackle the problem. The remarks were shared by Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju after the NDA Parliamentary Party meeting, where the Prime Minister also highlighted the achievements of India’s youth and outlined the government’s priorities for the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament. Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the following link: Source link

QS World University Rankings, Free Trade Agreement and Small Modular Reactor

QS World University Rankings, Free Trade Agreement and Small Modular Reactor

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Trade to sailor safety, Modi and Trump look to turn a new page Syllabus: Preliminary Examination: Current events of national and international importance. Mains Examination: General Studies II: Bilateral, regional and global groupings and agreements involving India and/or affecting India’s interests. What’s the ongoing story: In their first meeting in over a year following the strain in bilateral ties, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump Wednesday walked the tightrope, projecting a positive path ahead with a trade deal soon, a strategic commitment to security, and remarks that rekindled hopes of skilled Indian professionals. Key Points to Ponder: • Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump first meeting in over a year-what were the highlights of the meeting? • The relationship between India and the US-know in brief • How has the relationship between India and the US changed after operation Sindoor? • What are the areas of cooperation between India and the US? • What are the contentious issues between India and the US? • What steps and measures taken by GOI …

Massive Protest Of Farmer Unions Over US-India Trade Deal On February 12 | India News

Massive Protest Of Farmer Unions Over US-India Trade Deal On February 12 | India News

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Last Updated:February 08, 2026, 18:43 IST Samyukta Kisan Morchal slammed the India–US trade agreement, warning of mass protests and demanding Piyush Goyal’s resignation over threats to Indian agriculture and dairy sectors. Samyukta Kisan Morchal slammed the India–US trade agreement, warning of mass protests and demanding Piyush Goyal’s resignation over threats to Indian agriculture and dairy sectors. (AI Image) The Samyukta Kisan Morcha (Non-Political) on Friday strongly criticised the proposed interim India–US trade agreement framework, calling it a “total surrender” of Indian agriculture to American multinational corporations and demanding the immediate resignation of Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal. In a statement, the farmers’ group said the framework contradicted repeated government assurances that agriculture and dairy sectors would remain outside the scope of free trade agreements. It warned of “mass pan-India struggles” if the pact is finalised. The SKM (Non-Political) said it would soon convene a meeting to finalise plans for large-scale demonstrations. Farmer leader Jagjit Singh Dallewal said that while the commerce minister has publicly maintained that agriculture and dairy would be protected, the joint India–US …

FM calls for a new model for bilateral investment treaties | Latest News India

FM calls for a new model for bilateral investment treaties | Latest News India

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Finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman said on Saturday that the country needs a new model for bilateral investment treaties (BITs), saying the 2016 template is “inadequate” for meeting countries’ requirements and that investment treaties should be kept separate from future free trade agreements. Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman observed that even developed economies are moving away from “old-fashioned” BITs that prioritised investor protection but “inadvertently” led to situations where sovereign space was “completely left open and loose,” failing to adequately protect national interests. (PTI) Also Read: New Income Tax Bill introduced by Nirmala Sitharaman in Parliament, Opposition stages walkout Speaking at the inauguration of the first postgraduate certificate course on international commercial and investment treaty arbitration, Sitharaman emphasised that including BITs within free trade agreements (FTAs) often reduces them to “a negotiating card,” compromising their fundamental purpose. “Issues related to BIT are so unique to the sovereign that we think BIT should be negotiated as a standalone negotiation rather than make it as a part of an FTA agreement,” said the finance minister, who mentioned an …

Govt eyes review of customs duty | Latest News India

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New Delhi: The government will soon undertake a comprehensive assessment of customs duties on key inputs for manufacturing of finished products such as garments, jewellery, metal items and leather goods to enhance cost competitiveness in both domestic and overseas markets, three officials said on Wednesday. The government on January 31 slashed customs duties on various components from 15% to 10%. (FILE) As a matter of principle, tax proposals were not considered in the interim budget on February 1, but a comprehensive review of customs duties in the light of various free trade agreements (FTAs) is due and is expected after May, the officials said, requesting anonymity. Discover the thrill of cricket like never before, exclusively on HT. Explore now! “If some specific changes are required urgently to safeguard any particular sector, a decision could be taken even earlier after thorough scrutiny and stakeholders’ consultations,” one of them said. In order to encourage domestic manufacturing, the government did rationalise import duties on various mobile phone components a day before the interim budget, he added. The government …