UPSC Declares Written Results for Combined Stenographers’ LDCE 2019, 2020 and 2021

UPSC Announces Results of Combined Stenographers’ Limited Departmental Competitive Examination The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has announced the written examination results of the Combined Stenographers’ (Grade ‘B’/Grade ‘I’) Limited Departmental Competitive Examination (LDCE) for the years 2019, 2020, and 2021. The examination was conducted to fill vacancies in various stenographer grade positions across government…

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India and Bangladesh Set for Key Border Talks on Fencing, Illegal Migration and Security Cooperation

High-Level Border Discussions to Focus on Security Challenges India and Bangladesh are scheduled to hold important Director General (DG)-level talks to discuss a range of border-related issues, including fencing along the international border, illegal migration, cross-border crimes, and strengthening security cooperation. The meeting is expected to bring together senior officials from the Border Security Force…

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Commercial LPG Prices Rise Again Across Metro Cities, Adding Pressure on Businesses

Commercial LPG Cylinder Prices Increased Across Major Indian Cities Oil marketing companies have increased the prices of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders across four major Indian cities, effective June 1. The latest revision has raised operational costs for restaurants, hotels, catering businesses, and other commercial establishments that rely heavily on LPG for daily operations. Domestic LPG…

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India-Oman Trade Ties Enter New Era as Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement Takes Effect

India-Oman CEPA Officially Comes Into Force India and Oman have entered a new chapter in their economic relationship with the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) officially coming into force. The landmark trade pact is expected to significantly enhance bilateral trade, boost investments, improve market access, and strengthen economic cooperation between the two countries. The agreement…

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Ebola Recoveries Offer Hope in Congo as Suspected Cases Trigger Global Vigilance

Recovery of Ebola Patients Brings Encouraging News Amid a rapidly evolving Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), health officials have reported a significant breakthrough with the recovery of several patients infected by the virus. The development has provided a much-needed boost to healthcare workers and affected communities battling one of the most…

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Netanyahu Expands Lebanon Offensive as Israeli Forces Push Deeper Into Hezbollah Strongholds

Israel Orders Major Expansion of Ground Operations in Lebanon Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered a deeper military incursion into southern Lebanon, signaling a significant escalation in Israel’s ongoing campaign against the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah. The move comes despite earlier ceasefire efforts and growing international concern over rising violence in the region. According…

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Ukraine Expands Deep-Strike Campaign, Targets Russian Pipeline, Refinery and Fuel Depot in Overnight Drone Assault

Ukrainian Drones Strike Key Russian Energy Infrastructure Ukraine launched a fresh wave of overnight drone attacks targeting critical Russian energy facilities, including an oil pipeline pumping station, an oil refinery, and a fuel depot across multiple Russian regions. The strikes are being viewed as part of Kyiv’s continuing strategy to disrupt Russia’s energy infrastructure and…

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Trump Signals Progress in Iran Nuclear Talks but Warns Military Option Remains on the Table

US Claims It Is Nearing a Nuclear Agreement With Iran US President Donald Trump has said that Washington is getting closer to reaching a nuclear agreement with Iran, raising hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough after months of heightened tensions and negotiations. Speaking about the ongoing talks, Trump stated that there is a “very good chance”…

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Sri Lanka Hikes Fuel Prices Nationwide Amid Rising Energy Costs

Fuel Prices Increased Across Major Categories in Sri Lanka The Sri Lankan government has announced an increase in fuel prices across all major categories, impacting petrol, diesel, and other petroleum products nationwide. The revision comes as authorities seek to manage rising energy costs, maintain financial stability in the petroleum sector, and align domestic fuel rates…

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Indian Armed Forces Fully Prepared to Defend Nation’s Sovereignty, Says CDS Lt Gen N S Raja Subramani

CDS Reaffirms Armed Forces’ Commitment to National Security Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Lieutenant General N S Raja Subramani has reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the Indian Armed Forces to safeguarding the nation’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and security. Addressing military personnel and officials at a defense event, he emphasized that the armed forces remain fully…

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