Journalist arrested while reporting in Sandeshkhali, sent to 3 days police custody
Republic TV Bangla's Santu Pan arrested based on woman's complaint that 2 reporters from channel barged into her house & started recording. NHRC seeks report from DGP, DIG (investigation). Key Points
ThePrintGita press a temple, Gandhiji was associated with it: PM Modi counters Congress
PM Narendra Modi on Friday said the Gita press was "no less than a temple" and Mahatma Gandhi had a close association with the publishing house. His remarks came amid Congress' criticism of the Gita press being awarded the Gandhi Peace Prize. Key Points
India TodayArnold Schwarzenegger says the best exercise of all time is the clean and press
The clean and press is an Olympic lift that works a large range of muscles. "It covers everything," the bodybuilding icon said. Key Points
InsiderGandhi Peace Prize 2021 to be conferred on Gita Press: Govt
The Gandhi Peace Prize for 2021 has been awarded to Gita Press, Gorakhpur, for its contribution towards social, economic and political transformation through non-violent and other Gandhian methods. The award carries a cash prize of ?1 crore and a citation. The Congress criticised the decision, calling it a "travesty". | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan Times‘Hawa Nikal Gayi’: Rahul Gandhi’s crude snub to a journalist shows everyone likes a free press – if it is a press they like
There are, of course, sections of the media – like every other profession – that have chosen to act as loudspeakers and cheerleaders rather than interlocutors for the public. But not every uncomfortable question is the result of a “compromised” journalist. Key Points
The Indian Express
Gita Press: All about the 100-year-old publisher of Hindu texts chosen for Gandhi Peace Prize
The Gita press was selected for the Gandhi Peace Prize for 2021 by a jury headed by Prime Minister Modi. The publishing unit, established in Uttar Pradesh's Gorakhpur in 1923, is known for printing religious Hindu texts to promote the principles of 'Sanatan Dharma'. Key Points
India TodayGita Press, Gorakhpur, to be conferred with Gandhi Peace Prize 2021
Established in 1923, Gita press is one of the world's largest publishers, having published 41.7 crore books in 14 languages. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesJerome Powell reduced Fed flexibility by going off-script
strapline: He broke with official policy by almost ruling out a March rate cut. Sometimes, 'less is more' is the best communication strategy. Key Points
mintRam Janmabhoomi soil to be gifted to Pran Pratishtha guests
Soil from the Ram Janmabhoomi and copies of Gita Press's publication Ayodhya Darshan will be presented to guests at the upcoming consecration ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The guests, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will also receive a picture of the temple and boxes containing prasad and religious books. The Gita press has also announced plans to distribute 10,000 copies of Ayodhya Darshan to the invitees. The Gita press has recently been awarded the Gandhi Peace Prize for its contributions to social transformation. Key Points
Hindustan TimesDell, Lenovo, Mac models users take note! Here's how to take screenshot on different laptops
Capturing screenshots on different laptop models (Dell, Lenovo, Mac) is a useful skill for users. Below, we'll provide instructions on how to accomplish this task effortlessly. Key Points
Economic Times
Ludhiana: Printing press owner booked for molesting 16-year-old girl
The victim’s mother, in her complaint, stated that her son had placed a printing order with the accused. On October 1, he asked his sister to collect the printed slips from the accused. On returning from the press, the girl was visibly upset. After a lot of coaxing, she revealed to her mother that the press owner had molested her. Key Points
Hindustan TimesGita press refuses Rs 1 crore cash reward amid row over Gandhi Peace Prize honour
Gita press on Monday refused to accept a Rs 1 crore cash reward for Gandhi Peace Award. Refusing to accept the honorarium, Gita press suggested the government should spend the money elsewhere. Key Points
India TodayThe business of Gita Press: How it racked up mind-boggling numbers
Gita Press, a non-profit publishing house, is India's biggest publisher by volume, as it has sold over 41.7 crore religious books in over 14 languages for the past 100 years. Its success is attributed to its low-priced books and missionary dedication to spread Hinduism. Despite declining book sales, GST, and pandemic, its annual turnover increased from INR 39 crore in 2016 to INR 78 crore in 2021, and its sales are expected to cross INR 100 crore in 2022. Key Points
Economic TimesKejriwal, Akhilesh to hold joint press conference today
Kejriwal’s visit come as the INDIA bloc intensifies its campaign against the ruling NDA. AAP UP convener Sanjay Singh will also be present with Kejriwal. Key Points
Hindustan TimesJoe Biden getting several requests for PM Modi’s state dinner invite shows the excitement level, says White House
“I think that is a good thing. That shows the excitement of the prime minister being here on June 22,” White House press Secretary Karine jean-Pierre told reporters at her daily news conference on Tuesday. Key Points
Financialexpress
Pakistan President Alvi sparks row by proposing ‘one-state solution’ to Palestine problem
In a significant departure from established policy, President Alvi's office released a press statement pushing a 'one-state' solution for Palestine. The statement was retracted in a few hours. Key Points
ThePrintEmail to Twitter press in India now comes back with shit reply, like literally 💩
Elon Musk, after he acquired Twitter last year, is on a roll making changes after changes in the way Twitter functions. The latest change at Twitter has been made to how the company responds to emails from journalists. It now automatically replies with a poop emoji and only a poop emoji. Key Points
India TodayMaharashtra ATS arrests one person for ‘passing on sensitive information’ to Pakistan-based operatives
In its press note, the agency said the suspect was in touch with the operatives through social media. Three others have been booked in the case. Key Points
ThePrintRIL turns to sugar mills to fuel green energy plans
In September, RIL chairman Mukesh Ambani had announced plans to set up 100 CBG plants over the next five years. These plants are expected to consume 5.5 million tonnes of agri-residue and organic waste. Key Points
Economic TimesLalu Yadav recalls being ‘lured’ by PM's ‘ ₹15 lakh offer', slams BJP govt
The RJD supreme was speaking at the press conference held in Mumbai after the two-day I.N.D.I.A. bloc meeting ended. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan Times
PIL in Madras High Court questions Senthilbalaji’s continuation in the Cabinet
A public interest litigation petition has been filed in the Madras High Court questioning the propriety of allowing V. Senthilbalaji, arrested by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED) on June 14 in a money laundering case, to continue in the Cabinet as a Minister without portfolio despite him being in judicial custody. Key Points
The HinduWeek after PM Modi-Putin meet, US reaffirms India as 'strategic' ally
At a press briefing, Pentagon press secretary Major General Pat Ryder reaffirmed India as the "strategic" ally of the US. His remarks came a week after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Russia visit, wherein he met President Vladimir Putin. Key Points
India TodayU.K. journalists to boycott Tory conference over fees
Several bodies representing journalists and publishers in the U.K. have decided to boycott, for now, the U.K. Conservative Party’s annual meeting in the autumn, following the party’s decision to charge journalists fees for attendance. Key Points
The HinduJohnny Depp arrives late for Cannes press con after being stuck in traffic
Johnny Depp was late to the press conference of Jeanne du Barry at the Cannes Film Festival on Wednesday. He was stuck in traffic. | Hollywood Key Points
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