Morning digest | Explosions in Kyiv after U.N. chief’s meeting with Ukraine President; Centre likely to roll out 5G services by September, and more
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Explosions in Kyiv after U.N. chief’s meeting with Ukraine President
Russia pounded targets from practically one end of Ukraine to the other Thursday, including Kyiv, bombarding the city while the head of the United Nations was visiting in the boldest attack on the capital since Moscow’s forces retreated weeks ago.
Biden releases proposal to seize Russian oligarchs’ U.S. assets and give to Ukraine
In a step to redirect Russian wealth towards the rebuilding of Ukraine, some of whose cities have been decimated by sustained battering from invading Russian forces since the end of February, U.S. President Joe Biden announced he would propose that U.S.- based assets of Russian oligarchs be seized and directed towards Ukraine.
5G service rollout likely in August-September
The government is confident of resolving issues related to high spectrum pricing with the industry, Telecom Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Thursday, adding that everything was “more or less” on track for auction of spectrum, including 5G airwaves, by June 2022.
India’s position on unilateral sanctions hasn’t changed a bit: Ministry of External Affairs
Army faces allegations of harassment and torture in Kishtwar, Jammu; probe ordered, sparking concerns over human rights violations.
Karnataka’s software and services exports crossed ₹4.11 lakh crore during fiscal 2023-24 (March 2024) from ₹3.2 lakh crore a year ago, marking a 27% year-on-year growth, Minister for IT&BT, Priyank Kharge, said here on Thursday quoting Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) data.
Continuous rainfall in Thoothukudi has caused severe hardship for residents as rainwater has inundated several areas. Efforts to drain stagnant water in the city have been intensified
Indictment details Adani bribery scheme to secure solar power contracts, involving Adani Green Energy and Azure Power executives.
Legislative Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader officially launched the operations of Namma Yatri, Bengaluru-based mobility app dedicated to empowering drivers, in Mangaluru.
NCCP(I) and ICS urge Union Government to reinstate respiratory medicine in MBBS curriculum for public health impact.
Singer Sunitha Upadrasta's debut performance in Visakhapatnam on December 6 at MGM Park, sharing insights into her illustrious music career.
10th edition of India Photo Festival begins in Hyderabad
Greater Chennai Corporation forms city sales committee to regulate street vendors, organizing special camps for new identity cards.
Explore the love letter to Delhi at Dhoomimal Gallery showcasing art, textiles, ceramics, and sound inspired by Connaught Place.
iTNT CEO collaborates with T-Hub, Hyderabad, on AI-driven innovation and ethical practices for start-ups in Tamil Nadu.