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3 min read Last Updated : Oct 04 2023 | 11:07 PM IST

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11:07 PM

Fifa World Cup 2030 will be hosted by Morocco, Spain and Portugal, three games in S America

Morocco, Spain and Portugal have been named hosts of the 2030 soccer World Cup, while Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay will host the opening matches to mark the tournament's centenary, world soccer body FIFA said. The joint bid from Morocco, Portugal and Spain was the sole candidate to host the tournament. FIFA were due to announce the hosts next year. The inaugural World Cup in 1930 was held in Uruguay and won by the hosts. Spain have been awarded the World Cup weeks after their disgraced former chief Luis Rubiales was forced to step down for alleged sexual assault at the Women's World Cup.
 

11:06 PM

NCP's Mohammed Faizal disqualified as Lok Sabha member

NCP leader Mohammed Faizal P P has been disqualified as a member of the Lok Sabha after the Kerala High Court rejected his plea to suspend his conviction in an attempted murder case. This is the second time he has been disqualified, with his previous disqualification being revoked earlier this year. The Supreme Court has set aside the Kerala High Court's decision, stating that it was erroneous. As a result, the Lok Sabha now has five vacancies.
 

8:52 PM

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today launched SBI NAV-e Cash Card

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh today launched SBI NAV-e Cash Card – a one-of-its-kind dual-chip debit card developed by the State Bank of India (SBI) and the Indian Navy. The card can be used in online mode (as a regular debit card) as well as in offline mode while at sea with no direct connectivity with the bank. The card has been developed and tested onboard various Indian Naval ships and is now ready for launch pan-Navy. The card is a positive step towards the Prime Minister's dream of Digital India with cashless financial transactions as it obviates the usage of cash onboard ships even in high seas: Indian Navy
 

7:38 PM

BJP is working on Modi's mantra 'Naa khaaoonga, naa khaane doonga': Meenakashi Lekhi on Sanjay Singh's arrest

Union Minister Meenakashi Lekhi said, "Opposition has entered the system with the intention to rule and for the welfare of their own family. It is the Modi Government that has decided upon 'Naa khaaoonga, naa khaane doonga' and these steps are being taken towards building a corruption-free India. Probe agencies of the country have been formed in accordance with the law of the land so that corruption doesn't happen in the county. We did not tell them to do corruption. If they have indulged in corruption, investigation will be done and action will be taken..."
 

7:37 PM

BJP is imposing undeclared dictatorship to win elections: AAP

Delhi Minister and party's MLA Gopal Rai says, "...If BJP thinks that on the basis of power, agencies, they can win elections by imposing undeclared dictatorship in the country and stifling all voices - then history says that public gives a reply. Tomorrow at 11 am, a protest will be held outside the BJP Headquarters against this dictatorship..."
 

7:37 PM

The arrest of Sanjay Singh is completely illegal: Arvind Kejriwal

On the arrest of AAP MP Sanjay Singh, Delhi CM & AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal posted on X, "The arrest of Sanjay Singh is completely illegal. This shows Modi Ji's desperation. They will arrest many more opposition leaders..."
 

7:18 PM

Delighted that India has won its highest ever number of medals in Asian Games: Pesident

"I am delighted that India has won its highest ever number of medals in Asian Games.  Congratulations to archers Ojas Pravin Deotale and Jyothi Surekha Vennam for securing gold in compound mixed team event! My special compliments to Neeraj Chopra for winning gold in javelin throw event and to the Indian men's team for the gold medal in 4x400m relay event!" posts President Droupadi Murmu on X. 

7:17 PM

AAP MP Sanjay Singh was taken away from his residence by ED officials earlier this evening

7:14 PM

A shop collapsed in Sector 33D, Chandigarh. Rescue operation is underway

4:43 PM

Cabinet approves Terms of Reference to Krishna Water Dispute Tribunal-II

The Union Cabinet has approved Terms of Reference to Krishna Water Dispute Tribunal-II under Inter State River Water Disputes Act, 1956 for its adjudication between the States of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
 

4:42 PM

AI announces new flight to Bangkok

Air India has announced non-stop flights between Kolkata and Bangkok from 23 October.
 

4:42 PM

RBI appoints Muneesh Kapur as Executive Director (ED) with effect from October 3, 2023.

Prior to being promoted as ED, Kapur was Adviser-in-Charge, Monetary Policy Department and Secretary to the Monetary Policy Committee.
 

4:42 PM

Indian Navy to be totally Aatmanirbhar by 2047: Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar

Admiral R Hari Kumar said, "The global scenario has made it clear that self-reliance is a strategic necessity. Indian Navy has decided that it would be totally Aatmanirbhar by 2047."
 

4:40 PM

SBI to launch unique e-cash card for Indian Navy

Indian Navy and the State Bank of India are going to bring out a unique e-cash card which can work in both online and offline mode. Indian Navy officials said that the card is expected to be launched at the Swavlamban seminar and has been tested at various warships of the Indian Navy including the aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya.

4:18 PM

Government of India has notified the establishment of the National Turmeric Board

Government of India has notified the establishment of the National Turmeric Board. This Board will help increase awareness and consumption of turmeric and develop new markets internationally to increase exports.

On the arrest of AAP MP Sanjay Singh, Delhi CM & AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal posted on X, "The arrest of Sanjay Singh is completely illegal. This shows Modi Ji's desperation. They will arrest many more opposition leaders..."

"I am delighted that India has won its highest ever number of medals in Asian Games.  Congratulations to archers Ojas Pravin Deotale and Jyothi Surekha Vennam for securing gold in compound mixed team event! My special compliments to Neeraj Chopra for winning gold in javelin throw event and to the Indian men's team for the gold medal in 4x400m relay event!" posted President Droupadi Murmu on X. 

Indian Navy and the State Bank of India are going to bring out a unique e-cash card which can work in both online and offline mode. Indian Navy officials said that the card is expected to be launched at the Swavlamban seminar and has been tested at various warships of the Indian Navy including the aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya.

Actor Ranbir Kapoor has been asked to appear before the Enforcement Directorate on Friday in connection with a case involving a gaming app. Last month, the probe agency, which investigates financial fraud, seized assets worth Rs 417 crore in connection with the Mahadev online betting case. The company promoters hail from Bhilai in Chhattisgarh and the Mahadev Online Book Betting application is an umbrella syndicate arranging online platforms for enabling illegal betting websites.

The Karnataka BJP has constituted a fact-finding committee consisting of senior party leaders which will visit the violence-hit area of the district headquarters town of Shivamogga on Thursday. Situation in Ragi Gudda area in Shivamogga, where prohibitory orders have been clamped, after tension during the Eid Milad procession and alleged incidents of stone pelting on Sunday evening, is now peaceful and under control, police said.

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court grants bail to Former Bihar CM and RJD chief Lalu Yadav, former Bihar CM Rabri Devi, Bihar Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav and RJD MP Misa Bharti, in connection with the alleged land-for-jobs scam case

NewsClick founder Prabir Purkayastha and HR head Amit Chakravarty, arrested in a case filed under the anti-terror law UAPA following allegations the portal received money for pro-China propaganda, were sent to seven days of police remand, officials said on Wednesday. Police on Tuesday searched for more than 30 locations, questioned several journalists in connection with the case and arrested Purkayastha and Chakravarty.

Benefits of the Prime Minister Street Vendor's AtmaNirbhar Nidhi scheme has been availed by more than 50 lakh street vendors across the country, the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry on Tuesday and termed it a momentous milestone. In a statement, the Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry said PM SVANidhi is a pioneering initiative by the Central government aimed at integrating street vendors into the formal economic system and facilitating access to formal channels of credit.

Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly on Tuesday said that the country wants "private talks with India to resolve a diplomatic dispute" over the killing of Khalistan terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, Reuters reported. "We are in contact with the government of India. We take Canadian diplomats' safety very seriously and we will continue to engage privately because we think diplomatic conversations are best when they remain private," Reuters quoted Joly as saying to reporters.

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First Published: Oct 04 2023 | 7:52 AM IST

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