Defence Ministry Debuts On Facebook
New Delhi: Defence Ministry on Friday made its Facebook debut in an effort to reach out to the younger generation using the social media. The move comes as the Ministry works on revamping its digital presence.
CBI Nabs Mohan Meakins Depot Mngr
New Delhi: After being on the run for two decades, luck finally ran out for Ashok Sethi, former Depot Manager of Mohan Meakins limited at Patna, wanted in a cheating case, as he was nabbed by CBI from Faridabad. CBI sources said Sethi, wanted in a case of cheating and forgery which caused an alleged loss of Rs14.86 lakh to the Government exchequer, was nabbed from Faridabad.
Amend Custody laws: law Panel
New Delhi: The law Commission has recommended a shift in the Indian custody laws arguing in favour of joint custody of the child in cases of divorce. In its latest report submitted to the law Ministry on Friday, the Commission headed by Justice AP Shah said that the recommendation was in line with the shared parenting concept and is in the best interest of the child. The Commission suggested changes to the Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act and Guardians and Wards Act to provide equal legal status to both parents with regard to guardianship and custody.
UK High Commissioner Meets Rajnath Singh
New Delhi: British High Commissioner to India James Bevan on Friday called on Home Minister Rajnath Singh and discussed with him various issues concerning India and Britain. During the 15-minute meeting, the High Commissioner also congratulated the Home Minister on one-year completion of the NDA Government, sources said.
Modi Is Popular In Cambodia: DSG Chief
New Delhi: Delhi Study Group (DSG) president Vijay Jolly on Friday stated that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is popular in Cambodia too and there is a lot of awareness about his progressive programs and policies and they are keen to take relations forward through introduction of direct flights between the two nations.
Women Farmers’ Issues Discussed At Amity
New Delhi: The first “Women Parliament” at Amity University on Friday discussed issues pertaining to women farmers’ plight. The National Consultative Meet of Women Farmers was conducted under the programme of Women Parliament.