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Commuters Advised To Avoid Several Roads In Central Delhi Today:
The Delhi Police has asked commuters to avoid several roads in the central parts of the city on Wednesday due to special traffic arrangements.
In a post on X, the police said, "On 21-02-24, due to special traffic arrangements kindly avoid IP Marg in both the carriageways from IP Flyover towards A-point and vice-versa, ITO Chowk, DDU Marg, BSZ Marg, JLN Marg, Shanti Van crossing and Rajghat crossing from 9.30 am to 11.30 am."
Traffic Diversions In Greater Noida On Wednesday:
The local police have warned commuters in Greater Noida that traffic may be diverted on Wednesday due to a protest march called by the Bharatiya Kisan Union (Tikait), news agency PTI reported.
As per the report, the farmers have planned to congregate at the Knowledge Park metro station with tractors and private vehicles. According to police, they will then march through the India Expo Mart, Sharda University, the LG roundabout, and the Moser Bear roundabout before arriving at the Collectorate in Surajpur.
Police said that in light of the situation and to ensure smooth traffic movement, diversions may be placed from Galgotia Cut, Pari Chowk, LG Roundabout, Moser Bear Roundabout, Durga Talkies Roundabout, and Surajpur Chowk.
PM Modi To Inaugurate Raisina Dialogue Today:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will kick off the three-day Raisina Dialogue, India's flagship conference on geopolitics and geostrategy. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is organising the event in collaboration with the Observer Research Foundation (ORF).
The ninth edition of the Dialogue will last until February 23.
"Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the Dialogue on February 21." The Chief Guest for the inaugural session will be Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic (Greece), who will deliver the keynote address, according to the MEA.
The Raisina Dialogue will be attended by representatives from over 100 countries, including ministers, former heads of state and government, military commanders, industry captains, technology leaders, academics, and strategic affairs scholars.
"Chaturanga: Conflict, Contest, Cooperate, Create" is the theme of the 2024 edition.
The MEA stated that over the course of three days, world decision makers and thought leaders will engage in conversations in a variety of formats.
Union Cabinet Chaired By PM Modi Approves 'Umbrella Scheme' On Women Safety
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Ministry of Home Affairs proposal to continue the implementation of the Umbrella Scheme on 'Safety of Women'. This approval entails a total expenditure of Rs. 1179.72 crore spanning the period from 2021-22 to 2025-26. Of this allocation, MHA will contribute Rs. 885.49 crore from its own budget, while the remaining Rs. 294.23 crore will be sourced from the Nirbhaya Fund.
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the proposal of Ministry of Home Affairs of continuation of implementation of Umbrella Scheme on ‘Safety of Women’ at a total cost of Rs.1179.72 crore during the period from 2021-22 to 2025-26. Out of the total… pic.twitter.com/tSMREW0Lec
— ANI (@ANI) February 21, 2024
Uttarakhand: 6 People Died As Car Plunges Into Gorge Near Nainbagh Yamuna Bridge
A devastating accident occurred in Uttarakhand, claiming the lives of at least six individuals. The incident transpired when a car, on its way from Mori area of Uttarkashi district to Dehradun, veered off the road and plummeted into a gorge near the Nainbagh Yamuna Bridge in Tehri.
VIDEO | At least six people died after a car, travelling from Mori area of Uttarkashi district to Dehradun, fell into a gorge near the Nainbagh Yamuna Bridge in Tehri, Uttarakhand earlier today. pic.twitter.com/7H1glPw5mo
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) February 21, 2024
Brigadier Aman Anand Assumes Command Of Chhattisgarh And Odisha Sub Area
Brigadier Aman Anand, Vishisht Seva Medal, assumed command of Chhattisgarh and Odisha Sub Area on February 21, 2024, in a dignified ceremony held at Naya Raipur Military Station. Commissioned in the Kumaon Regiment in 1995, Brigadier Aman Anand has served in prestigious command, staff and instructional appointments. He commanded troops in the Kashmir Valley, along the Indo-China Border, in Siachen Glacier and in South Sudan: PIB, Defence Wing.
Brigadier Aman Anand, Vishisht Seva Medal, took over command of Chhattisgarh and Odisha Sub Area on 21 February 2024, at a solemn ceremony held at Naya Raipur Military Station. Commissioned in the Kumaon Regiment in 1995, Brigadier Aman Anand has served in prestigious command,… pic.twitter.com/sIxGRhKXKy
— ANI (@ANI) February 21, 2024
Fire Breaks Out At 220kV Substation In Siddipet Of Telangana, Fire Tenders Reach The Spot
In Siddipet, Telangana, a fire erupted at a 220kV substation, prompting the dispatch of fire tenders to the scene. As of now, the cause of the fire remains unknown.
#WATCH | Siddipet, Telangana: Fire broke out at 220kV substation. Fire tenders reached the spot. The reason for the fire is yet to be known.
— ANI (@ANI) February 21, 2024
Source: BRS MLA Harish Rao pic.twitter.com/Ku0SotzYOE
CBI Summons BRS Leader K Kavitha In Delhi Excise Policy Scam Case On Feb 26
CBI summons BRS leader K Kavitha for questioning on February 26 in connection with the Delhi excise policy case: Sources
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