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You can’t run 21st century software on 20th century typewriters: PM Modi makes strong pitch for reform of global institutions

Rio de Janeiro/New Delhi, July 6 (UNI) Championing the cause of the Global South, Prime Minister Narendra Modi told the 17th BRICS Summit that the Global South has not been given its due importance, and that many countries that play a key role in the global economy have yet to be given a seat at the decision-making table.

In his statement at the BRICS session titled ‘Reform of Global Governance’, the PM said that without the Global South, global institutions “are like a mobile phone with a SIM card but no network”.
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SC issues notice on Adani Krishnapatnam Port’s plea against NGT penalty

16 Jul 2025 | 6:19 PM

New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) The Supreme Court today issued notice in an appeal filed by Adani Krishnapatnam Port Limited (AKPL) challenging a February 2025 order of the National Green Tribunal (NGT) directing the imposition of environmental compensation on the company for past violations related to coal dust pollution and non-compliance with environmental clearance conditions.

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NHRC issues notice to Bihar CS, DGP over murder of five family members in witch hunting case

16 Jul 2025 | 6:09 PM

New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo moto cognizance of a media report revealing the gruesome murder of five members of a Scheduled Tribe family in Purnia district of Bihar. The victims, including three women, were allegedly hacked to death and their bodies burned by a mob on the suspicion of practicing witchcraft, on the night of July 6, 2025.

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BJP slams Congress over army remarks, voter list revision and OBC welfare

16 Jul 2025 | 5:46 PM

New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today launched a scathing attack on Congress and its leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, accusing them of disrespecting India’s armed forces, distorting electoral processes, and neglecting the welfare of the OBC community.

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‘New chapter’ in India’s space journey: Cabinet hails Shukla’s return from ISS

‘New chapter’ in India’s space journey: Cabinet hails Shukla’s return from ISS

16 Jul 2025 | 4:40 PM

New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi today hailed the successful completion of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla’s 18-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), describing his return as the dawn of a “new chapter” in India’s space journey.

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Indigenous defence capabilities crucial for national security: CDS Gen Chauhan

Indigenous defence capabilities crucial for national security: CDS Gen Chauhan

16 Jul 2025 | 4:35 PM

New Delhi, July 16 (UNI) Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan today underlined the strategic necessity of indigenous defence technologies, stating that self-reliance in critical systems is vital for India’s operational readiness and national security.

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