Reliance Industry warns Rahul Gandhi and Congress Party
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After the Congress Vice-President, Rahul Gandhi posed three question pertaining to the purchase of 36 Rafael Fighter Aircrafts, he received a strong warning from the Reliance Defence Limited. The Defence Minister and Indian Air Force Chief also responded strongly to Rahul Gandhi’s comments.
Rahul Gandhi in his twitter post alleged that ‘Dear RM (Raksha Mantri, Nirmala Seetharaman), what’s shameful is your boss silencing you’. He put three questions to the Defence Minister.
Reveal the final price of each Rafael Jet
Did the Prime Minister, Modi take the permission of CCS (Cabinet Committee on Security) before announcing the purchase of Rafael Jets in Paris?
Finally, why did the PM choose AA rated businessman with no experience over HAL?
Nirmala Seetharaman responded stating, ‘the price of each Rafael Jet is undoubtedly and absolutely lower than what was negotiated under the UPA Regime. Modi did take the clearance from the CCS with the active participation of Manohar Parrikar, then Defence Minister.
Indian Air Force Chief, BS Dhanoa denied that the Rafael Jets were overpriced. He further made critical comments. ‘The technology may not go to the HAL. But it is going to the DRDO – Defence Research and Development Organization and the people of the nation.’
Even the RDL – Reliance Defence Limited threatened to take legal action against individuals and the party if they try to defame the company by passing defamatory allegation.
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The recent IT raids on Sasikala and Co. were expected. But the latest raids on Sasikala are revealing some shocking facts about the ‘Chinnamma’ and her aides. From close sources, it is learnt that Sasikala is controlling property and possessions worth 30,000 Crores. If the raids are to be continued, and further investigation is carried into her disproportionate assets, it is likely that a mammoth of 50,000 crores might be discovered in this operation. One shouldn’t blame Sasikala for all of that money. Though people accept it or not, even the Late CM Jayalalithaa too might be having a major part of the speculated assets.
If the government officers are able to accumulate 350 – 500 crores as black money, it wouldn’t be surprising to see if Chief Ministers managed to accumulate in tens of thousands of crores black money.
From the outset, many people believe that IT raids on Sasikala are nothing but for ‘political gains’. If Modi wants the nation to believe that these IT raids are genuine, then those 10,000 families should also be targeted. A report stated that more than 10,000 families of various political leaders are attached to black money. In a world, were industrialists with debts in thousands of crores flee the nation with ease, it would be a superhuman task for Modi to curb the corrupted.
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RBL has set up an all-women branch today in Chennai. This bank happens to be a private sector bank. The branch of R. A. Puram in Chennai would be managed by eight women. This branch would be offering all products and services across liability and assets, announced the bank.
RBL Bank, Branch and Business Banking, Head –Geography, Surinder Chawla said, “It is a matter of immense pride for all of us to launch our first all women branch in Chennai, he also adds, saying that “this is a full-service branch offering a range of products and services”. He further states that it a testament to the bank’s remarkable effort in encouraging gender equality.
RBL Bank presently serving 3.54 million customers across the country. It has over 246 branches and 389 ATM services in India.
We all know, that RBL is a scheduled commercial bank, whose headquarters are in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. It is founded in August 1943 and is one of the oldest private sector banks in India. It is a full-service bank and extends its services to small and medium enterprises, agricultural customers, retail customers, large corporations, development banking and finance including low-income customers.
Vishwavir Ahuja, is the current managing director and CEO of RBL bank, is a veteran in the banking industry with more than 35 years of experience.
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More than 73.2 crores of Indians still excrete in unsafe or open areas and sometimes use most unhygienic toilets, post the Swachh Bharat launch. It is been three years since the clean India mission came into life.
According to the State of the World’s Toilets 2017’ which is reported by WaterAid, that works on issues relating to sanitation and water, expressed more concern in regard to the situation faced by women. The report says, more than 35.5 crore women and girls are still waiting for a toilet, if they were all to stand in a queue, it would stretch around the earth more than four times.
In the ‘Basic Sanitation Drive’ globally, India is one among the top 10 countries. But still, more than half the population (56%) are still deprived of toilets and basic sanitation according to the latest report.
On 2 October 2014, Swachh Bharat was launched. More than 5.2 crores household’s toilets were built between October 2014 and November 2017.
According to World Health Organization (WHO), two in five health centers lack basic sanitation thus putting patients and health workers at high risk of infection. India is a big country and it is a huge challenge to reach 1.28 billion people with basic services. But hopefully, we get to see our country free of open defecation by 2019 according to claims made by Indian Government.
Chandrababu Naidu meets Bill Gates on the eve of the ‘Global Agri-Tech Conference’. The tech giant has been invited to take part in the ‘Global Agri-Tech Conference’. During the conference, Chandrababu Naidu and Bill Gates had an in-length conversation about the major concerns in the field of Agriculture and how the lives of farmers can be improved. Both the leaders agreed to cooperate on various fronts. Post the final conclusion of the conference, Chandrababu Naidu and Bill Gates have left to Lucknow to participate in a private meeting with Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister, Uttar Pradesh. Following are the key highlights of the conversation between Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, Chandrababu Naidu and Microsoft Co-Founder, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Founder, Bill Gates.
The discussion picked up momentum after Chandrababu expressed the concerns on the critical state of agriculture in the state and the nation.
Chandrababu Naidu meets Bill Gates
Chandrababu Naidu meets Bill Gates at the Airport
• Following are the major reasons:
o Less Yield
o Frequent floods
o Drought
o Lack of adequate prices for Agricultural products
Bill Gates questioned Chandrababu over the usage of fertilizers in Andhra Pradesh. Chandrababu states that ‘Our agriculture is greatly dependent on the usage of fertilizer. We are working on ways to reduce the dependency on fertilizers as much as possible. The state saw 15% dip in the usage of fertilizers. The Geological survey department is carrying our wide-spread soil tests so that we can assist the farmer about which crop is more suitable to the soil, climate, and environment of that place. We consider this summit as a ‘first step’ in the developing of Agriculture Industry in Andhra Pradesh and India.’
Both the eminent personalities have agreed upon to worth in tandem for the development of agriculture and farmers. This means that the Andhra Pradesh State Government will be working with the Melinda-Gates Foundation on various fronts.
Chandrababu reminding the ‘ignored’ issues…
Chandrababu further expressed his deep concern over many ‘ignored’ aspects of agricultural industry and the farmers. The AP CM said, ‘everyone is talking about Food Security. But the time has come to talk about the ‘security of the farmer’. We are working towards the ‘immediate disbursal’ of agricultural loans for the farmers. We are striving to create and develop policies that would help the Farmer to establish himself as an important entity in this society. The farmers have been long ignored and were limited to the villages. Things have to change, and we will change them very soon.’
CM Chandrababu further added that ‘The latest technology should reach the farmers. They need to be well-equipped with the technology which will aid them in improving their yield, and be more efficient and productive. Our ultimate aim should be to ‘increase the revenue of each and every farmer in this state and country’.
Bill Gates impressed…
After knowing the latest developments and reforms in the agricultural sector, Bill Gates was highly impressed. Bill Gates has shown immense interest in learning about the transformation of the agricultural industry in the state. Briefing more about the reforms, Chandrababu said:
• Agriculture is key to national food, and nutrients are key towards good health. This is the template which we are implementing in this sector.
• In Andhra Pradesh, a large number of ‘Woman Empowering’ groups work together in carrying out various agricultural methods and practices
• Various ‘Farmers Producers Organizations’ have been established in the state to aid the farmers right from sowing the seed to the production of yield.
Chandrababu takes a dig at the Congress….
‘The state’s agricultural has seen crisis during the last government rule. Various indexes that denoted the progress of Agriculture in the state have seen a tremendous dip. We are currently in the rebuilding stage and are sure that a jump in the indexes will be seen in the coming few years. After our government came to the power, the electricity has moved from Deficit to Surplus,’ said the CM.
Explaining to Bill Gates, ‘we are currently planning to introduce 2nd Generation Electron Reforms in the Electricity and Distribution department. We humbly request you to lead the specific proposals on Agriculture and Rural Innovation in the State.’
Delighted Gates appreciates Chandrababu….
On hearing the description of various reforms and future innovative programs, Gates expressed happiness with Chandrababu. Bill Gates further said, ‘I am really curious about your proposal. I will work out my calendar and schedule to evaluate how much I need to dedicate to your proposal. The ‘Global Agri-Tech Conference’ should be held in Andhra Pradesh annually. The Andhra Pradesh State government should ensure that this conference holds the key to the development of Agricultural Industry in the state, India and the world.’
Final words and research proposal from Bill Gates…
Chandrababu states that ‘We take Happiness as the index for any program that we undertake. Based on the ‘Positive Feedback (from the people) Index’, the targets are determined accordingly. We are also conducting ‘Happy Sundays’ to improve the Happiness Index and consider that ‘Happiness’ of the people is the most important thing for the government.
Later Bill Gates stated that ‘The Gates Foundation will work in tandem with the Andhra Pradesh State Government. We believe that the Gates Foundation should extend its cooperation and support to the AP Government in the fields of Agriculture, Health, Nutritional Assessment, and Sanitation. We are currently working on ‘hybrid’ Toilets. We have realized that treating of human excreta is a major concern. Hence, the ‘Hybrid’ toilets are being developed to ensure that the human wastes are broken and treated by a special mechanism within the toilet itself. In the coming five years, we hope that we will achieve a major breakthrough.’
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The Defense Minister and officials frequently visit the border security forces and military officials to get a clear understanding of the security issues from time to time. They also enquire about the wellbeing’s of the soldiers and other security personnel and usually have high regards for them.
In this context, whenever the Defense Minister visits the border forces, they are called as ‘Sir’ with respect. But this time, the Defense Minister of India is Nirmala Seetharaman. Expect for Indira Gandhi, who took charge as the Defense Minister for a short period, mostly it has been male leaders.Nirmala became the first regular female Defense Minister of India.
But this has caused a bit of confusion about the security forces who are habituated to address the Defense minister as ‘Sir’. It is learned that during Nirmala Seetharaman visits the soldiers are getting confused on what to call her. Few have said ‘Jai Hind Mam Sabh,’ while others said ‘Jai Hindi Sir’. To end this confusion, Nirmala Seethraman has taken a decision.
She has advised the Army officers and respective personnel to call her as ‘Defense Minister’ rather than referring her as Sir or Mam Sabh. With the clarity from Nirmala Seetharaman, the Armed forces were out of confusion.
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Everyone knows the controversy that started after Aadi made controversial remarks about Katthi Mahesh as a part of his script during ‘Jabardasth’ comedy show. He commented on Katthi Mahesh’s physical appearance by calling him ‘potti’ (short) and ‘batta’ (bald). Reacting to this, Katthi Mahesh has posted a video on YouTube condemning Aadi’s commenting on his physical appearance. Katthi Mahesh also expressed his annoyance and anguish over Aadi in a recent web interview.
Post this, Pawan Kalyan fans supported Aadi and made remarks against Katthi Mahesh. The episode between Aadi and Katthi Mahesh turned to be so controversial that, it became a hot topic among gossipers.
Interestingly, Mahesh Katthi and Aadi participated in a movie-preview and shared the same platform. The both have clicked a picture together too. And soon the picture was posted on Mahesh Katthi’s Facebook page.
He stated ‘See, we both are one. It is the fans who become fools at the end. I would also picture alongside Pawan Kalyan. At least, you people (fans) change now!’.
Soon the post went viral and drew Aadi’s comments. Shockingly, Aadi reacted fiercely stating, ‘You are not a celebrity. Then why are you stating that ‘we both are one’? Stop showing off.’
He further added that ‘People become celebrities when fans ask for selfies with them. But when fans wait to beat up any person on sight, that person is not called as a celebrity’.
BJP leader says ‘Nehru is Womaniser’ | Posts pics on Twitter
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In an attempt to counter Hardik Patel, who was known for Patidar Reservation Agitation, BJP IT Cell head, Amit Malviya sparked a new controversy. Amit tried to draw a parallel line between former PM Jawaharlal Nehru and Hardik Patel.ui
‘Jawaharlal Nehru was a womanizer. Now, Hardik Patel also seems to be having the same DNA,’ tweeted Amit Malviya. The BJP leader tweet came after Hardik Patel was linked to an alleged CD leak that containing an intimate couple.
Amit posted several pics of Jawaharlal Nehru’s affectionate moments with his sister Vijayalakshmi Pandit and niece Nayantara Sehgal.
The tweets caused severe outrage against the BJP leader, and soon he was trolled. Several tweets also emerged in which Modi was seen in embracing several leaders of other nations. One tweet said, ‘Everyone has their own preferences. We should never judge’ by attaching the photos of Nehru with his niece and sister, while Modi with other ‘male’ leaders.
Other another user said, ‘Thank God, Hardik doesn’t have the DNA of an impotent man who can’t even manage to live with his wife….’which was referring Modi.
Hardik Patel commented that ‘the recent act of Amit Malviya is nothing short of invading somebody’s privacy’.
Moody ups India’s rating |Rupee appreciation by 69 paise against USD | Sensex climbs 400 points
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International rating firm Moody upgraded India’s credit rating to Baa2. This is the first time since 2004 that Moody upgraded India’s credit rating. The credit rating represents the worth of Government Bonds and Corporate Bonds on a nation.
The given rating indicates that the nation has enough capacity to meet its financial commitments and requirements. On the same lines, it also raises that the country might fail to meet its financial commitments given adverse economic and political conditions.
After Moody upgraded India’s credit rating, the Sensex and the Stock Markets climbed, while the Rupee was appreciated against the US Dollar.
The BSE (Bombay Stock Exchange) climbed 414 points, while the Rupee registered an appreciation of 69 paise against the US Dollar.
India was stuck with the Baa3 credit rating by Moody from 2004. The Baa3 credit rating of a nation meant that it is risky for foreign investors to invest by buying Corporate and Government Bonds.
Moody also forecasted that India’s credit rating will gain momentum as GST and other financial reforms will reap benefits in the coming few years.
Bill Gates: Building Toilets is like opening Saving A/C. Challenge lies in getting people to use them.
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Bill Gates who is on a visit to India to take part in the ‘Agri Convention’ in Vishakhapatnam on November 17th, shared his opinions on Swachh Bharat, Education System in India and the Aadhaar Card.
Talking to a media house, Bill Gates stated that, ‘Melinda foundation can’t do everything. And most of the Indian philanthropists have picked up education as a high priority,’ when asked about whether Melinda Foundation would work to improve the education system in India.
Bill Gates said that he is highly disappointed with the current education system in India, and is not having any high expectations about it. While asked his take on the Swachh Bharat campaign and building of toiles, ‘Building a toilet is like opening a savings bank account. The real challenge lies in getting people to use it,’ said Gates.
The tech giant marked ‘Aadhaar Card’ as a 12-digit-lie-detector system and pointed that the apps built around it can have some serious security flaws.
Bill Gates has called for re-invented toilets which would burn the wastes without carrying it through the drainage system. Speaking on his recent investment, Gates said, ‘I drank a glass of processed water. The processing machine coverts human excreta into potable water.’
In the ‘Basic Sanitation Drive’ globally, India is one among the top 10 countries. But still, more than half the population (56%) are still deprived of toilets and basic sanitation according to the latest report.
