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In a significant policy reversal, the United States Army has announced an immediate ban on transgender individuals enlisting in the military and has paused all gender-affirming medical procedures for current service members. This decision follows an executive order signed by President Donald Trump on January 27, 2025, aiming to eliminate “transgender ideology” and the use of “invented pronouns” within the armed forces. The Army’s official statement, shared on social media platform X, declared: “Effective immediately, all new accessions for individuals with a history of gender dysphoria are paused, and all unscheduled, scheduled, or planned medical procedures associated with affirming or…

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will participate in Bharat Tex 2025 on 16th February at around 4 PM at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. He will also address the gathering during the event. Bharat Tex 2025, a major global event taking place from 14th to 17th February at Bharat Mandapam, will bring together the entire textile value chain, covering raw materials, finished products, and accessories under one roof. The event will feature a mega exhibition across two venues, showcasing the entire textile ecosystem. A global conference will be held, comprising over 70 sessions, including roundtables, panel discussions, and masterclasses. Special innovation…

કોટન-ખાંડીના વાયદામાં રૂ. 340ની તેજીઃ ક્રૂડ તેલનો વાયદો રૂ. 14 ઢીલોઃ નેચરલ ગેસ, મેન્થા તેલમાં સુધારોઃ કોમોડિટી વાયદાઓમાં રૂ. 1,30,474 કરોડ અને ઓપ્શન્સમાં રૂ. 11,52,086 કરોડનું ટર્નઓવરઃ બુલડેક્સ વાયદામાં રૂ. 15 કરોડનાં કામકાજ દેશના અગ્રણી કોમોડિટી ડેરિવેટિવ્ઝ એક્સચેન્જ એમસીએક્સ પર વિવિધ કોમોડિટી વાયદા, ઓપ્શન્સ અને ઇન્ડેક્સ ફ્યુચર્સમાં 7થી 13 ફેબ્રુઆરી સુધીના સપ્તાહ દરમિયાન 114,83,291 સોદાઓમાં કુલ રૂ. 12,82,577.17 કરોડનું ટર્નઓવર નોંધાયું હતું, જેમાં કોમોડિટી વાયદાનાં કામકાજનો હિસ્સો રૂ. 1,30,474.78 કરોડનો અને ઓપ્શન્સનો હિસ્સો રૂ. 11,52,086.91 કરોડનો હતો. સમીક્ષા હેઠળના સપ્તાહ દરમિયાન કીમતી ધાતુઓના વાયદાઓમાં સોના-ચાંદીમાં એમસીએક્સ પર 8,84,260 સોદાઓમાં રૂ. 87,918.03 કરોડનાં કામકાજ થયાં હતાં. સોનાના વાયદાઓમાં એમસીએક્સ સોનું એપ્રિલ…

Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Shri Satish Chandra Dubey met with Shri Sunil Handunnetti, Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Government of Sri Lanka, at Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi. The discussions centred on fostering bilateral cooperation in mineral exploration and mining, particularly in securing critical minerals essential for both nations’ industrial growth. The meeting highlighted Sri Lanka’s graphite and beach sand mineral resources, which have potential applications in clean energy, battery technologies, and high-tech industries. Shri Dubey emphasised that India’s National Critical Mineral Mission aims to secure essential raw materials like lithium, graphite, nickel, cobalt, and copper…

Shri Amardeep Bhatia, Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), chaired a high-level meeting to review key issues affecting mega infrastructure projects in Gujarat and Rajasthan. The meeting, attended by senior officials from Central Ministries, State Governments, and Project Proponents, aimed to expedite issue resolution through enhanced coordination facilitated by the Project Monitoring Group (PMG). The review covered 21 issues across 14 significant projects, including four projects under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, with a combined project value exceeding Rs 13,162 crore. Additionally, seven issues related to a private project worth Rs 600 crore were discussed.…

H.E. U Minn Minn, Deputy Minister for the Ministry of Commerce, Myanmar, met with Shri Jitin Prasada, Union Minister of State for Commerce & Industry, Government of India, on Friday, 14 February 2025, at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi. Senior officials from both sides participated in the discussions. The meeting focused on expanding bilateral trade, with both leaders exploring opportunities in pharmaceuticals, pulses, beans, and petroleum products. They also discussed the potential of the recently launched Rupee-Kyat Trade Settlement Mechanism to facilitate smoother transactions and enhance economic cooperation. Additionally, the leaders acknowledged the significance of resuming border trade through road networks…

The new government in Delhi is likely to be sworn in on February 19 or 20. While preparations for the ceremony are underway, the chief minister’s name remains undisclosed, fueling political speculation. A party leader indicated that the new administration aims to commence work around February 19 or 20. The selection process for the chief minister will involve a meeting of the legislature party, which is expected to take place after key national leaders return from international engagements. Newly elected representatives have dismissed reports of internal competition for the chief minister’s post, stating that the decision will be made collectively.…

Vice President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, addressed the 10th Convocation Ceremony of Shri Mata Vaishno Devi University (SMVDU) in Katra, Jammu & Kashmir. He highlighted the region’s economic progress, increased democratic participation, and recent investments. Shri Dhankhar noted that Jammu & Kashmir saw its highest voter turnout in 35 years during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, with the Kashmir Valley witnessing a 30% increase in participation. “Democracy has found its real voice. The region is no longer a story of conflict,” he stated. He further emphasised the significant economic transformation of the region, revealing that in just two years,…

A US military aircraft carrying 119 Indian nationals is set to land in Amritsar today. This marks the second large-scale deportation of Indian immigrants in recent weeks. Earlier this month, another flight had brought back 104 deportees as part of the US government’s ongoing crackdown on illegal immigration. Why Are Indians Being Deported? The deportations are part of intensified immigration enforcement by US authorities. Many of the returnees are believed to have entered the country illegally or overstayed their visas. The US has been implementing stricter border policies, leading to an increase in deportations, particularly from South Asian nations. What…

The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, attended the Platinum Jubilee celebrations of BIT Mesra in Ranchi, Jharkhand. Addressing the gathering, she underscored the rapid advancements in technology, particularly in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), and their transformative impact on society. President Murmu highlighted the Indian government’s proactive approach in integrating AI into higher education institutions to keep pace with evolving technological trends. She also emphasised the importance of ensuring that these technological disruptions benefit all sections of society, including marginalised groups. In her speech, the President stressed that while high-end technological interventions are crucial, traditional solutions remain…