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Shaktikanta Das, RBI’s 25th Governor Receives ‘Governor of the Year’ Award

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In recognition of guiding the financial system through the tumultuous times of the outbreak and the damaging effects of the Ukrainian war, Reserve Bank of India Governor, Shaktikanta Das was presented with the 2023 “Governor of the Year” award by the worldwide periodical Central Banking on Wednesday.

In 2015, the nation’s former governor Raghuram Rajan became the first person to receive the honor. The report said the governor aided steer the ship as it faced numerous challenges since his appointment in December 2019, with the Covid-19 global epidemic as well as the Russia-Ukraine war becoming the 2 significant tests. The 66-year-old Das is currently serving his second term at Mint Road.

Struggles and challenges Shaktikanta Das Faced

An economic system as complicated as India’s will presumably never be without difficulties, but as Das prepares for the balance of his second term, he may be proud of his accomplishments thus far, according to the award citation.

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Das has led crucial reforms, presided over industry-leading transactions innovation, and guided the nation through trying times with a sure hand and deft change of phrase, it continued. A commercial publisher with a focus on central banks and other major financial institutions, The Central Banking Publishers specializes in financial markets and public policies.

What has RBI done?

According to the article, the RBI has already been aggressively controlling the reference lending rate as well as other tools at its command ever since the outbreak started.

First off, the Monetary Policy Committee has increased the key policy rates by a staggering 250 basis points to 6.50 percent since May 2022 because the council has underestimated the inflation readings in 10 out of the last 12 months. Das was compelled by this to write to the government and clarify why this has lost the war against inflation. The letter hasn’t been made public yet.

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Video Of A Woman In Bikini On A Delhi Bus Goes Viral On Twitter, WATCH

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A video of a woman in a bikini on a Delhi bus goes viral on the internet 

A video is currently going viral on the internet, showing a woman in a bikini on a Delhi bus. According to news reports, the video was shot in Delhi NCR. In the viral clip, she can be seen wearing nothing but underwear while boarding a crowded bus.

Additionally, in the clip, passengers, irked by her clothing, decided to move away from her. One passenger even left their seat and kept a distance from the girl.

Video Of A Woman In Bikini On A Delhi Bus Dominates The Social Media 

The clip has gone viral on various social media platforms, generating millions of clicks and views. In just a day, the video has garnered around 5.3 lakh views and thousands of comments. It has also led to the creation of many wild memes and reels on Instagram.

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As the video started to gain more attention, netizens on Twitter/X sparked a debate. Some are siding with her, stating she has the right to wear whatever she wants, while some are criticizing her behavior in a public space.

It got to a point where netizens started tagging Delhi Police and demanding strict action against the woman. Police officials have yet to respond to the incident.

One user quoted,

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‘Some people are becoming shameless; how do they get such ideas?’

Another wrote,

‘What is wrong with her? Why do people do such things? She is also making the rest of the passengers uncomfortable. Also, obviously, this is unsafe as well.’

Meanwhile, Some netizens are in her favor, with many supporting her decision to travel in public transport in a two-piece bikini.

One commented,

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‘It’s okay, let her live the way she wants. In this humid weather, the fewer clothes you wear, the more comfortable you feel. I myself am wearing underwear while tweeting.’”

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Jaipur MP receives death threat via email

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Jaipur MP Ramcharan Bohra received a death threat on his official email, leading to his PA Arun Sharma filing a police complaint on Wednesday. The threatening email stated, “We will kill you. Delhi is still very far. Wherever we meet you on the way, we will kill you there.”

The FIR was registered at Jawahar Circle police station after Arun Sharma discovered the threatening email at 4.30 am while going through the MP’s emails. MP Bohra affirmed that the cyber cell and technical team of the police are currently investigating the matter.

Arun Sharma, the PA of Ramcharan Bohra, came across the alarming email and promptly notified the MP. Following Bohra’s instructions, Sharma took the necessary steps to report the threat to the authorities. The severity of the situation prompted the police to take immediate action in handling the case.

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PM Modi hails First Ram Navami after Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya as a generational milestone

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First Ram Navami after Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya is generational milestone: PM Modi

New Delhi, April 17 (IANS) – Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his greetings to the nation on the occasion of Ram Navami, celebrating the birth anniversary of Lord Ram after the Pran Pratishtha ceremony at Ram Temple in Ayodhya. Ayodhya is observing its first Ram Navami after the ceremony on January 22.

In a post on X, PM Modi highlighted the significance of this year’s celebration, stating, “The first Ram Navami after the Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya is a generational milestone, weaving together centuries of devotion with a new era of hope and progress.”

He added, “May the blessings of Prabhu Shri Ram guide our paths towards righteousness and peace, illuminating our lives with wisdom and courage.” The PM expressed his belief in Lord Ram’s ideals becoming a basis for a developed India and energizing the resolve of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also extended his wishes on the holy festival of Ram Navami, emphasizing Lord Ram’s life as a symbol of justice, social welfare, and self-respect. Amit Shah expressed pride in celebrating the Lord’s birth anniversary at his birthplace temple after 500 years.

“The Lord established the highest ideal of sacrifice for truth and religion through his life and guided the entire world for ages. I pray to God for everyone’s welfare,” Amit Shah stated on X. Ram devotees across the nation are enthusiastic about the celebrations marking this historical event at Ayodhya.

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