Morning Digest: June 21, 2022

Opposition stirs after Gopalkrishna Gandhi quits presidential race

Former West Bengal Governor Gopalkrishna Gandhi declined the opposition’s invitation to join the presidential race. Mr Gandhi is the third public figure to withdraw from the fight after Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) supremo Sharad Pawar and former Jammu and Kashmir chief minister Farooq Abdullah.

Today all eyes are on Mysore in preparation for Yoga Day

All eyes are on Mysore as it hosts the 8th edition of International Yoga Day at the palace on Tuesday, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the celebrations at the country’s favorite yoga centre.

‘Joining the army is voluntary, not an enlistment’

Amid the ongoing violence and protests over the Agneepath scheme, Union Minister and former Army Chief Gen (Retd) VK Singh said joining the Army was voluntary and accused the opposition, especially the Congress, of trying to mislead the youth. There was no consensus.

It’s a do or die situation for us, say army candidates

Ever since the central government announced the ‘Agneepath’ scheme to recruit soldiers in the armed forces, many army candidates are contemplating an uncertain future.

Election Commission removes 111 ‘non-existent’ parties from the list of registered political organizations

The Election Commission on Monday ordered removal of 111 registered unrecognized political parties that were found to be “in existence” and sent three parties to the Revenue Department for legal action for “serious financial irregularities”, the Election Commission said. said in a statement.

Will join duty only after Govt. Gives written assurance: Kashmiri Pandit

Kashmiri Pandit employees, recruited under the Prime Minister’s special package, on Monday asked the Lieutenant Governor (LG) administration of Jammu and Kashmir to “assure in writing that no Pandits will be killed in future so that they can continue their duties”. to start again”.

Congress leaders meet the President demanding the withdrawal of Agneepath

During the recent protests organized against the Agneepath scheme, the Congress party at Jantar to protest against the political vendetta against the opposition leaders and misuse of government agencies by the Delhi Police for allegedly molesting the Congress party leaders without provocation. Did a Satyagraha at Mantar. The Congress party also demanded the withdrawal of the Centre’s Agneepath recruitment scheme for the armed forces.

Bandh against Agneepath affected normal life in some parts of the country

A Bharat Bandh against the Agneepath recruitment scheme called by unidentified organizations on social media platforms brought normal life to a halt in some parts of the country on Monday. Road and rail traffic remained disrupted for the fifth day due to the protests.

Will complete the suburban project in 40 months, though it took 40 years to discuss it: Modi

Describing Bengaluru as the “Dream City” for lakhs of youth across the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday assured the people of the city that he would try to complete the suburban railway project in 40 months, with “just discussions”. was seen. last 40 years.

Unresolved national question hindering economic progress of Sri Lanka: Sampanthan

Veteran Tamil leader R. Sampanthan said that addressing the Tamil national question of Sri Lanka is essential to overcome the economic crisis that has beset the island nation, arguing that the unresolved issue has proved to be a major impediment to the country’s economic progress since independence. .

Prophet remark controversy: Nupur Sharma did not appear before police station in Kolkata

An official said sacked BJP spokesperson Nupur Sharma did not appear before Kolkata’s Narkeldanga police station on June 20, which sent her a notice on the basis of an FIR lodged by a local resident for his controversial remarks against Prophet Mohammad.

Saudi Arabia lifts COVID-related travel restrictions on citizens traveling to India, three other countries

Saudi Arabia on Monday lifted travel restrictions related to coronavirus on its citizens traveling to India and three other countries. The Saudi Press Agency quoted an official source in the Interior Ministry as saying that the move is based on the epidemiological situation of the coronavirus pandemic, and what has been submitted by health officials on the global epidemiological situation.

Qatar Airways CEO says ‘misleaders’ behind boycott call, not worried about it

The call to boycott Qatar Airways in India was made by “misguided” individuals and the airline should not worry, Chief Executive Officer Akbar Al Baker told Hindu on Monday. Asked if he was concerned about such calls, the Qatar Airways CEO replied with an emphatic “no”.

The VIL board is looking to raise up to Rs 500 crore. from vodafone group

Debt-ridden Vodafone Idea’s board is scheduled to meet on June 22 to consider a proposal to raise Rs 500 crore from Vodafone Group.

Will buy Indigo stake only from Bhatia: Al Baker

Qatar Airways is not interested in buying a stake in IndiGo’s parent InterGlobe Aviation Ltd from its co-promoter Rakesh Gangwal, which plans to sell its stake in the budget Indian airline over the next five years, said Akbar Al Baker, CEO of the Doha-based carrier. Said on Monday.

India is one of Australia’s closest security partners: Deputy PM of Australia

India is one of Australia’s closest security partners and the government remains focused on reviving Australia’s historically deep engagement with our partners in the Indo-Pacific, said Richard Richard, Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister of Australia, ahead of his visit to India. Marles said. The tour is scheduled from June 20 to 23.

Muslim girl above 15 years of age eligible for marriage: Punjab and Haryana High Court

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has held that a Muslim girl above the age of 15 years is competent to enter into a contract of marriage with a person of her choice. Justice Jasjit Singh Bedi’s claim came during a petition filed by a Muslim couple, who fell in love and annulled their marriage as per Muslim customs and ceremonies on June 6, 2022.

Sri Lanka announces 19-man squad for white ball series against Indian women’s cricket team

Sri Lanka on June 20 announced a 19-man women’s squad for the white-ball series against India starting on June 23, consisting of three ODIs and as many T20Is.