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Ministry of Finance
CGST Bhiwandi Commissionerate busts a case of non -payment of GST and fraudulent availment of ITC, amounting to Rs. 78 crore
CGST Bhiwandi Commissionerate in Mumbai Zone based upon a specific intelligence has busted a case of non-payment of GST and fraudulent availment of Input Tax Credit, amounting to Rs. 78 Crore against M/S A S Agri and Aqua LLP having GSTIN 27ABLFA4344D1ZM. Based on material evidence gathered during investigation, 3 partners of said firm were arrested on 07.08.2022 under Section 69 of CGST Act, 2017 for contravention of Section 132 of the CGST Act, 2017, who established the firm  and they were sent to judicial custody till 12.08.2022.
The said firm has not discharged the GST liability amounting to Rs. 53 Cr. on Advance payments amounting to Rs. 292 crore received from the recipients of Work Contract Services for construction of poly houses, which is taxable under Section 13 of CGST Act, 2017. Further, the said firm has fraudulently availed ITC amounting to Rs. 25 Cr on the Work Contract Services for construction of immovable property, which is not available under the provisions of Section 17 of the CGST Act, 2017.
This case is a part of the special drive launched by the CGST Mumbai Zone against the tax fraudsters and fake ITC networks. So far, CGST Bhiwandi Commissionerate has arrested 14 persons in last one year itself.
CGST officers are using data analysis and network analysis tools to identify and trace the potential fraudsters. CGST officers will intensify this drive against the tax evaders in the coming days.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Yoshihide Suga on appointment as Prime Minister of Japan
Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Excellency Yoshihide Suga on the appointment as Prime Minister of Japan.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, "Heartiest congratulations to Excellency Yoshihide Suga on the appointment as Prime Minister of Japan. I look forward to jointly taking our Special Strategic and Global Partnership to new heights."
Ministry of Culture
Special Postage Stamp on Kumbh Mela Released today
Union Minister of State for Railways and Communication Mr Manoj Sinha released a special postage stamp of the Indian Postal Department on Kumbh Mela, today. A special first day cover was also released on the occasion. Its cost is five rupees.
On this occasion Mr Sinha said Kumbh is a major event of not only of the country but the World. Mr Sinha also said Kumbh is not only a religious and spiritual event but an astrological, cultural and astronomical event of the world. He said Kumbh has been treated as source of light of Knowledge.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID - 19 Vaccination Update - Day 598
India’s cumulative vaccination coverage crosses 213.69 Crore
More than 15 lakh Vaccine doses administered today till 7 pm
India’s COVID-19 vaccination coverage has crossed 213.69 Crore  today. More than 15 lakh  Vaccine Doses have been administered till 7 pm today. The daily vaccination tally is expected to increase with the compilation of the final reports for the day by late tonight.
The cumulative coverage of vaccine doses, segregated based on population priority groups, is as follows:
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Cumulative Vaccine Dose Coverage
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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10414310
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2nd Dose
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10109012
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Precaution Dose
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6816394
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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18435056
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2nd Dose
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17703123
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Precaution Dose
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13262739
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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40480887
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2nd Dose
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30514020
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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61734632
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2nd Dose
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52492392
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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560745777
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2nd Dose
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513734456
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Precaution Dose
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69420054
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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203935321
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2nd Dose
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196476752
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Precaution Dose
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38049238
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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127603757
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2nd Dose
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122814043
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Precaution Dose
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42257445
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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1023349740
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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943843798
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Precaution Dose
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169805870
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Total
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2136999408
Today’s achievement in the vaccination exercise, segregated by population priority groups, is as follows:
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Date: 05th September, 2022 
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HCWs
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1st Dose
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21
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2nd Dose
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173
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Precaution Dose
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7655
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FLWs
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1st Dose
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36
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2nd Dose
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293
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Precaution Dose
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15280
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Age Group 12-14 years
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1st Dose
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14533
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2nd Dose
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32187
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Age Group 15-18 years
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1st Dose
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4960
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2nd Dose
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15584
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Age Group 18-44 years
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1st Dose
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16368
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2nd Dose
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59347
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Precaution Dose
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831577
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Age Group 45-59 years
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1st Dose
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2778
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2nd Dose
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13265
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Precaution Dose
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381058
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Over 60 years
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1st Dose
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3045
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2nd Dose
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8725
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Precaution Dose
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161353
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Cumulative 1st dose administered
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41741
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Cumulative 2nd dose administered
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129574
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Precaution Dose
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1396923
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Total
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1568238
The vaccination exercise as a tool to protect the most vulnerable population groups in the country from COVID-19 continues to be regularly reviewed and monitored at the highest level.
Ministry of Labour & Employment
Special Swachhta Campaign 2.0 successfully conducted at Labour Bureau
1094 sq. ft. area created and Rs 3.26 Lakhs revenue earned
The Labour Bureau and its Regional Offices conducted various activities during Special Swachhta Campaign for disposal of pending matters from 2nd October, 2022 to 31st October, 2022. In course of this special campaign, the main attention was given to disposal pending matter, identification of old records for weeding  and cleanliness campaigns.
Under the Special Swachhta Campaign 2.0 , the old scrap items have been disposed of. About 1094 sq. ft. area was freed and Rs 3,26,000 revenue was earned from scrap disposal. During the Special Campaign 2.0, the Labour Bureau reviewed a total of 2943 physical files, out of which 2828 physical files/records have identified for weeding. Nine Cleanliness Campaigns have been conducted during the Special Campaign by Labour Bureau and its field offices.
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Cabinet
Cabinet approves MoU with Mauritius on Consumer Protection and Legal Metrology
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved MoU between India and Mauritius on Consumer Protection and Legal Metrology
Benefits:
The MoU is beneficial for bilateral relations of both the countries. It will help in expanding cooperation in the field of consumer protection, and will provide an institutional mechanism for exchange of information and derive mutual benefits from development taking place in both the countries. It will further promote inclusive sustainable and resilient development in the areas of Consumer Protection & Legal Metrology to deal with new challenges such as misleading advertisement, telemarketing, multi-level marketing, e-commerce etc. It will ensure traceability of national and international standards, thereby developing new areas of expertise that may facilitate in tackling new challenges. Further, periodical exchange of information and training programme will ensure gainful expertise,for good governance and in fighting consumer vulnerability.
AYUSH
Steps to promote research in Ayurveda to develop treatment of cancer
The Government has taken many steps to promote research in Ayurveda to develop treatment of cancer. The Government has set-up Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences  as an autonomous organization, with the mandate to undertake research in Ayurvedic healthcare services.
The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences  has undertaken research related to Cancer also involved in drug development and documentation of medical practices as per following details:-
- Development of AYUSH QOL2C for improving quality of life in cancer patients
- Development of Carctol S as Standalone therapy in Ovarian Cancer
- Development of Comprehensive Integrated Format for Systematic Documentation of Cancer Management through Ayurveda Interventions
- Screening of medicinal plants on Anticancer Activity
- Ayurveda Interventions for Cancer: Systematic Review, Meta-analysis; and Revival, Documentation, Validation and analysis of data from practitioners, institutes
The Center for Integrative Oncology  has been established as a joint venture of All India Institute of Ayurveda  and National Institute of Cancer Prevention and Research  with the intention of collaborative research activities in cancer.
All India Institute of Ayurveda  has also signed MoU with Dr. BRA Institute Rotary Cancer Hospital  and All India Institute of Medical Sciences , New Delhi, with similar aims and objectives.
This information was given by the Minister of Health and Family Welfare Dr. Harsh Vardhan in a written reply in the Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Availability in States/UTs
More than 185.21 Crore vaccine doses provided to States/UTs
More than 15.55 Crore balance and unutilized vaccine doses still available with States/UTs
The Union Government is committed to accelerating the pace and expanding the scope of COVID-19 vaccination throughout the country. The nationwide COVID 19 vaccination started on 16th January 2021. The new phase of universalization of COVID-19 vaccination commenced from 21st June 2021. The vaccination drive has been ramped up through availability of more vaccines, advance visibility of vaccine availability to States and UTs for enabling better planning by them, and streamlining the vaccine supply chain.
As part of the nationwide vaccination drive, Government of India has been supporting the States and UTs by providing them COVID Vaccines free of cost. In the new phase of the universalization of the COVID19 vaccination drive, the Union Government will procure and supply  75% of the vaccines being produced by the vaccine manufacturers in the country to States and UTs.
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VACCINE DOSES
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SUPPLIED
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1,85,21,44,495
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BALANCE AVAILABLE
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15,55,00,726
More than 185.21 crore  vaccine doses have been provided to States/UTs so far through Govt. of India  and through direct state procurement category.
More than 15.55 Cr  balance and unutilized COVID Vaccine doses are still available with the States/UTs to be administered.
Ministry of Jal Shakti
Puducherry Ropes In Ex-Servicemen To Promote Cleanliness
The Union Territory  of Puducherry has garnered active support from over 100 ex-servicemen, in complete uniform along with 2500 others who participated in the ongoing nationwide ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ campaign and together they cleaned and removed garbage from tourist spots such as boat houses in Nonankuppam and local water bodies. The ex-servicemen belonging to the Indian Ex-Serviceman League  were led by their President, Shri Mohan. Other dignitaries included the Speaker, Shri. Embalam Selvam, Secretary Rural Development, Mission Director  and others. In Karaikal district, more than 3000 individuals participated in the cleanliness programme. This initiative aligns with the broader goals of promoting cleanliness, sanitation, and responsible waste management.
The participants took the Swachhata Pledge, signifying their commitment to actively contribute to cleanliness and sanitation efforts, promoting a better living environment for all. They identified and removed accumulated garbage and litter from the boat houses in Nonankuppam area. The cleanliness drives involved participants from various sectors, including government officials. The partnership with Ex-Servicemen ensures their active involvement with the local communities in sanitation activities, creating among them a sense of ownership and responsibility towards maintaining cleanliness. Community meetings were also organised with them to discuss long-term plans for the upkeep of the areas.
To ensure the sustainability of these efforts, the ex-servicemen established a maintenance plan and engaged with the local community in ongoing cleanliness and hygiene practices. Regular monitoring and periodic clean-up drives can help maintain the cleanliness of the boat houses in Nonankuppam and the surrounding areas. Overall, this collaborative initiative reflects a shared commitment to creating a cleaner and more appealing environment for the benefit of both residents and tourists in Puducherry.
Ministry of Jal Shakti
Rejuvenation of River Yamuna
Yamuna is largest tributary of Ganga River.Under Namami Gange Programme,National Mission for Clean Ganga  has sanctioned 23 projects costing Rs. 4290 crore for creating / rehabilitation of 1840 Million Litres per Day Sewage Treatment Plant  capacity in Yamuna basin. These 23 projects are spread in Himachal Pradesh , Haryana , Delhi  and Uttar Pradesh . Out of these 23 projects, 6 projects have already been completed. Upto December 2021, NMCG has released an amount of Rs. 1593.32crore for all the ongoing 23 projects for river Yamuna.
The cleaning of river is an ongoing process and this Ministry is supplementing the efforts of the States for checking the rising level of pollution of river Yamuna by providing financial assistance to States of Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, Delhi and Uttar Pradesh. The aforementioned projects are in different stages of planning/construction/completion. Close monitoring is being done to ensure timely completion.
This Information was given by the Minister of State for Jal Shakti, Shri Bishweswar Tudu in a written reply in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
The Government has formulated several schemes to promote sports and improve the level of sports in the country, including in rural areas: Shri Kiren Rijiju
The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has formulated the following schemes to promote sports and improve the level of sports and support sports infrastructure in the country, including in rural areas for encouragement of rural youth:
 Khelo India Scheme  Assistance to National Sports Federations; Special Awards to Winners in International sports events and their Coaches;  National Sports Awards, Pension to Meritorious Sports Persons;  PanditDeendayalUpadhyay National Sports Welfare Fund;  National Sports Development Fund; and  Running Sports Training Centres through Sports Authority of India.
Details of the above schemes are available in the public domain on the websites of this Ministry and the Sports Authority of India. Funds are allocated by the Union Government Scheme-wise, not State-wise. Under various sports schemes, a total of Rupees 1393.21 crore in year 2017-18, Rupees 1381.52 crore in year 2018-19 and Rupees 2000 crore was allocated in year 2019-20.
This information was given by Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports Shri Kiren Rijiju in a written reply in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Photo Exhibition to commemorate Centenary of Jallianwala Bagh incident in Amritsar by Regional Outreach Bureau
As a part of the commemoration of the Centenary of Jallianwala Bagh massacre, Regional Outreach Bureau, Chandigarh, of the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, has put up a three-day Photo Exhibition at Jallianwala Bagh from April 11-13, 2019. It has been titled Photo Exhibition on Freedom Struggle. It consists of some of the pictures, newspaper clippings and extracts from write ups and speeches describing Jallianwala Bagh massacre. One of the photo exhibit shows an appeal by Mahatama Gandhi and others to donate to acquire the land of the Bagh for making a memorial in the memory of those killed on April 13, 1919. The exhibition also displays various events starting from first war of Independence in 1857 till India achieved Independence. A wide cross section of people including NRIs visiting the exhibition are of the view that such exhibits not only add to the historical knowledge but also transport the visitors to that era.
Besides the exhibition, short films on India’s freedom struggle and Jallianwala Bagh made by Films Division and Doordarshan, are being played for the public.
Special Service and Features
Seizure of 1.18 kg of gold of 24 k purity totally worth Rs 57.07 lakhs by Chennai Air Customs
Based on specific intelligence, two passengers namely Shri Abubacker s/o Shri Ibramsa resident of Seven Hills, Chennai & Shri Mohammed Milkhan s/o Shri Sulthan Muhaideen resident of Karaikudi, Sivaganga, who arrived from Dubai by Emirates flight EK 542 at 02:10 Hours were intercepted by the Customs Officers. On search of their person, 4 bundles and 4 band strips of Gold paste form were recovered. The bundles were concealed in their rectum and the band strips were ingeniously concealed by stitching in the waist belt of jean pants worn by the passenger.
The recovered Gold totally weighing 1.18 kg valued at Rs 57.07 lakhs was seized under the Customs Act, 1962. A pax was Arrested.
Further investigations under progress, according to a press release issued by Pr.Commissioner of Customs, Chennai International Airport.
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Cabinet
Cabinet approves Bilateral Memorandum of Understanding between Securities and Exchange Board of India and Manitoba Securities Commission, Canada
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the signing of Bilateral Memorandum of Understanding between Securities and Exchange Board of India and Manitoba Securities Commission, Canada.
Benefits:
- The MoU, inter alia, seeks a formal basis for cross-border co-operation in the area of securities regulations, would facilitate mutual assistance, contribute towards efficient performance of supervisory functions, aid in imparting technical domain knowledge and enable effective enforcement of the laws and regulations governing securities markets.
- The MoU would also make investors from Manitoba eligible for registration as an FPI with SEBI.
Impact:
Entities located in the province of Manitoba, Canada are desirous of registration as Foreign Portfolio Investor  with SEBI, for which one of the pre-conditions is that the securities market regulator of a foreign country / province should be a signatory to the International Organization of Securities Commissions’ Multilateral memorandum of Understanding , signing a bilateral MoU with SEBI is essential for permitting entities from Manitoba to be registered as FPI with SEBI. Around twenty Manitoba-=domiciled FPIs with total Assets Under Custody of Rs.2,665 crore are expected to benefit by signing of this bilateral MoU and would be eligible to continue investing in the Indian markets.
Prime Minister's Office
Under Rozgar Mela, PM to distribute more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly inducted recruits in Government departments and organisations on 28th August
Rozgar Mela is a step towards fulfilment of the commitment of PM to accord highest priority to employment generation
Newly inducted appointees to also train themselves through online module Karmayogi Prarambh
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will distribute more than 51,000 appointment letters to newly inducted recruits on 28th August, 2023 at 10:30 AM via video conferencing. Prime Minister will also address the appointees on the occasion.
The Rozgar Mela will be held at 45 locations across the country. Through this Rozgar Mela event, Ministry of Home Affairs is recruiting personnel in various central armed police forces  such as Central Reserve Police Force , Border Security Force , Shashtra Seema Bal , Assam Rifles, Central Industrial Security Force , Indo Tibetan Border Police  and Narcotics control Bureau  as well as Delhi Police. The new recruits, selected from across the country, will be joining the various positions such as Constable , Sub-Inspector  and Non–General Duty Cadre Posts in various organisations under the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Strengthening of CAPFs as well as Delhi Police will help these forces to play their multidimensional role more effectively like aiding in internal security, counter terrorism, combating insurgency, anti-left-wing extremism and protecting the borders of the nation.
The Rozgar Mela is a step towards fulfilment of the commitment of the Prime Minister to accord highest priority to employment generation. The Rozgar Mela is expected to act as a catalyst in further employment generation and provide meaningful opportunities to the youth for their empowerment and participation in national development.
The newly inducted appointees are also getting an opportunity to train themselves through Karmayogi Prarambh, an online module on iGOT Karmayogi portal, where more than 673 e-learning courses have been made available for ‘anywhere any device’ learning format.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Shri Nitin Gadkari inspects Z-Morh Tunnel with Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir Shri Manoj Sinha
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari in the presence of Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir Shri Manoj Sinha and Members of Parliamentary Consultative Committee on Road Transport and Highways inspected the Geo-strategically important Z-Morh Tunnel on Srinagar-Leh Highway  today.
19 tunnels are being constructed in Jammu and Kashmir at a cost of Rs 25 thousand crore. Under this, construction work of 6.5 km length Z-morh tunnel and approach road is in progress at a cost of Rs 2680 crore. This 2-lane road tunnel is being built under the mountain glacier Thajiwas Glacier between Gagangir and Sonamarg in Ganderbal district of Kashmir.
Under the Z-Morh tunnel project, a main tunnel of total length of 10.8 meters with a modified horse shoe shape escape tunnel of total length of 7.5 meters, D-shaped ventilation tunnel of total length of 8.3 meters, 2 major culverts of total length of 110 meters and 270 meters, 1 small culvert of total length of 30 meters is proposed. Till now 75% work of Z-Morh Tunnel has been completed. A target has been set to dedicate this tunnel by December 2023.
Intelligent Traffic Management System has been installed in Z-Morh Tunnel which will make it easier to control traffic. Along with this, traffic will be facilitated through the dedicated escape tunnel. The Z-Morh tunnel will provide all-weather connectivity to the Sonamarg tourist town. The debris generated during the construction work of this project has been used for way-side facilities and development of the area.
The area of Z-Morh tunnel is strategically important as its construction will ensure seamless connectivity between Srinagar and Kargil and there will also be considerable reduction in travel time between Srinagar and Leh. This tunnel will promote social and economic development in the entire region. Tourism in Sonamarg will be promoted including activities like whitewater rafting on Thajiwas Glacier and Sindh River.
Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Biological Diversity Act, 2002
National Biodiversity Authority is a statutory body established under Section 8 of the Act for the implementation of the provisions of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002 . The National Biodiversity Authority facilitates and regulates the activities pertaining to access of biological resources, associated knowledge, sharing of benefits arising out of the use of biological resources, publication of Internationally Recognized Certificate of Compliance  and provide technical support to States for notifying the Biodiversity Heritage Sites.
Biodiversity Management Committees  have been constituted by the local bodies in the States and Union Territories. The total 2,76,713 BMCs have been constituted in 28 States and 7 UTs. One of the responsibilities of the BMCs is to prepare the People’s Biodiversity Registers , in consultation with local people. Till date, 2,66,012 PBRs have been prepared across the country.
State Biodiversity Boards  have been constituted in 28 States and 8 UTs. The SBBs are discharging their functions as provided in the Biological Diversity Act, 2002 and State-Specific Biological Diversity Rules. In order to further strengthen the SBBs, the NBA provides necessary technical cum financial assistance to the SBBs.
This information was given by Shri Ashwini Kumar Choubey, Minister of State, Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change in Rajya Sabha today.