2024

Prime Minister Modi inaugurates world’s longest twin-lane tunnel in Arunachal Pradesh

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the state-of-the-art Sela Tunnel in the northeastern state of Arunachal Pradesh on March 9. Built with a total cost of Rs 825 crore, the tunnel project is constructed at an altitude of 13,700 feet in West Kameng district on the road connecting Tezpur to Tawang. The foundation stone of the project was laid by PM Modi in February 2019, but its completion was delayed due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Done by the Border Road Organisation, the Sela project consists of two tunnels and a link road. Tunnel 1 will be 980-metre long single-tube, Tunnel 2 will be 1,555-metre with one bi-lane tube for traffic and one emergency services. The link road between the two tunnels will be 1,200 meters long.

The tunnel will provide all-weather connectivity to the Tawang region — long contested by China which describes it as a part of the ancient territory. Sela Pass stays closed for a few winter months. In 1962, Chinese troops had clashed with Indian forces in the region, and significantly, Tawang town was overrun on October 24 that year.

The tunnel will enhance the Indian army’s capabilities at the LAC by ensuing speedy deployment of troops, weapons and machinery to the forward areas along the Sino-India border.

Katapadi: The car lost control and fell into the ditch

Udupi: In a tragic incident, a car in which the driver lost control and fell into a ditch on national highway 66 near Katapadi in Kaup taluk on On Mar.9. Fortunately, the driver of the car escaped unhurt with minor injuries.

The car was on its way to Mangaluru from Udupi when the driver lost control of the car and fell into a nearby ditch after the driver lost control of the vehicle near Kallapu in Katpadi.

There was no major loss of life as the driver was alone in the car. The driver, who was injured in the incident, has been admitted to a hospital by locals.

Sudha Murthy of Infosys Foundation nominated to Rajya Sabha

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, the Union Government, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, made a significant decision by nominating Sudha Murthy, a distinguished writer, sociologist, and wife of Infosys founder Narayana Murthy, to the Rajya Sabha.

The PM said her presence in the Rajya Sabha is a powerful testament to ‘Nari Shakti’, exemplifying the strength and potential of women in shaping our nation’s destiny.

Murty, who is not in India at the moment, thanked PM Modi for the nomination and said, “It’s a big Women’s Day gift to me. It’s a new responsibility to work for the country.”

President Draupadi Murmu announced the nomination, which was met with praise and well-wishes from Prime Minister Modi. Modi expressed his delight at Sudha Murthy’s selection, emphasizing that her appointment on this special day symbolizes the strength and empowerment of women in India.

Congress Releases First List of 39 Candidates for 2024 Lok Sabha Polls

The Congress party released its initial list of candidates for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections. including Rahul Gandhi, who will contest from Wayanad. The list also includes former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, AICC general secretary KC Venugopal and Thiruvananthapuram MP Shashi Tharoor.

In this initial list of 39 candidates for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, 15 fall under the General category, while 24 represent SC, ST, OBC, and minority groups. The candidates span different age groups, with 12 below 50 years, 8 aged between 50 and 60, 12 in the 61-70 age range, and 7 in the 71-76 age group.

Speaking during the press conference, senior leader Ajay Maken said the first list is a mix of both young, experienced candidates and leaders from the Youth Congress.

The names of Congress candidates for 39 Lok Sabha seats for the Lok Sabha Elections were announced in the meeting of the ‘Central Election Committee’ held under the chairmanship of Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge.

“Congress party is very clear: we are here to reduce BJP seats to the maximum extent possible. We are ready to sacrifice anything to reduce BJP seats. But we are expecting the same level of partnership from other partners also. In some states, we need to move forward,” Congress General Secretary KC Venugopal said.

Udupi: Sankarshana Shalagrama from Baalarama to Balarama; From Ayodhya to Vadabhandeshwar in Malpe

Udupi: Within a few days of the consecration of Lord Baalarama in Ayodhya, the historic shrine of Lord Balarama at Malpe Vadabhandeshwara in Udupi is also being renovated.

As a symbol of the bond between the two presences, Sri Pejawar Seer placed a Sankarshana Shalagrama at the feet of Lord Ram in Ayodhya on Mar.8 and performed abhishekam and sent it to the divine shrine of Lord Balarama at Vadabhandeshwar.

On Women’s Day, PM Modi announces cut in LPG cylinder prices by Rs 100

On Women’s Day, Prime Minister Modi-led central government has given a happy news to the people. Prime Minister Modi tweeted that the LPG cylinder price has been reduced by Rs 100.

“Today, on Women’s Day, our government has increased the price of LPG cylinder by Rs 100. Decreasing. This will significantly reduce the financial burden on lakhs of families across the country. This decision will especially benefit our Nari Shakti. We will take care of the well-being of families by making cooking gas available at affordable prices. We also aim to ensure a healthy environment,” the Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on Twitter.