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| Jan 01, 1970 | Daily Report |
| RISING BHARAT | News Count (102140) | |
1011. Veer Savarkar's biography added to UP board syllabus, passing this subject compulsory
- The UP board syllabus has undergone a significant revision, with the inclusion of Veer Savarkar's biography as a compulsory subject for students. Alongside Veer Savarkar's biography, the UP board has expanded its curriculum to include the life stories of 50 more great men.
- This move aims to enrich students' knowledge and expose them to the diverse achievements and struggles of these eminent personalities. Notable figures such as Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay, Mahavir Jain, Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya, Arvind Ghosh, Raja Ram Mohan Roy, Sarojini Naidu, and Nana Saheb will be part of the curriculum.
- Veer Savarkar, a prominent freedom fighter and social reformer, played a crucial role in India's struggle for independence. The inclusion of Veer Savarkar's biography along with those of others comes with a crucial requirement for students. It will be mandatory for students to pass this subject.
1012. Mumbai's Versova-Bandra Sea Link renamed as Veer Savarkar Setu
- The Maharashtra Cabinet on 28 June 2023, decided to rename the Versova-Bandra Sea Link as Veer Savarkar Setu and the under-construction Mumbai Trans Harbour Link as Atal Bihari Vajpayee Smruti Nhava Sheva Atal Setu.
- Last month in 28 May 2023, Maharashtra Chief Minister had, on the 140th birth anniversary of the Hindutva ideologue, announced that the Versova-Bandra Sea Link would be named after Savarkar.
- The upcoming Versova-Bandra Sea link will connect Andheri to the Bandra-Worli Sea Link as part of the coastal road project. The Mumbai Trans Harbour Link (MTHL), India's longest sea bridge, will connect Mumbai to the mainland with a commute time of 12 to 15 minutes.
1013. कितना भव्य होगा वीर सावरकर कॉलेज और DU का ईस्ट-वेस्ट कैंपस? जिसकी PM मोदी ने रखी नींव
- 3 जनवरी 2025 प्रधानमंत्री ने, दिल्ली यूनिवर्सिटी (डीयू) में 600 करोड़ रुपये की लागत से बनने वाली तीन नई परियोजनाओं की आधारशिला रखी है. यह परियोजनाएं राजधानी के पूर्वी, पश्चिमी और दक्षिणी क्षेत्रों में विकसित की जाएंगी.
- इनमें सूरजमल विहार में पूर्वी परिसर (DU East Campus), द्वारका में पश्चिमी परिसर (DU West Campus) और नजफगढ़ के रोशनपुरा में वीर सावरकर कॉलेज का निर्माण शामिल है.
- नजफगढ़ के रोशनपुरा में वीर सावरकर के नाम पर बनने वाले कॉलेज का निर्माण लगभग 140 करोड़ रुपये की लागत से होगा. इसमें 24 क्लासरूम, 8 ट्यूटोरियल रूम, 40 फैकल्टी रूम, एक कैंटीन, डिपार्टमेंट लाइब्रेरी और कॉन्फ्रेंस रूम जैसी सुविधाएं शामिल होंगी. यह कॉलेज क्षेत्र के छात्रों के लिए उच्च शिक्षा का एक महत्वपूर्ण केंद्र बनेगा.
1014. 'अहमदाबाद बनेगा देश की खेल राजधानी', अमित शाह ने किया वीर सावरकर स्पोर्ट्स कॉम्प्लेक्स का उद्घाटन
- देश के खिलाड़ियों को शानदार सुविधाएं मिलें इसके लिए केन्द्रीय गृह एवं सहकारिता मंत्री ने 14 सितम्बर 2025, को गुजरात के नारणपुरा, अहमदाबाद में लगभग 825 करोड़ रुपए की लागत से निर्मित वीर सावरकर स्पोर्ट्स कॉम्प्लेक्स का उद्घाटन किया.
- वीर सावरकर स्पोर्ट्स कॉम्प्लेक्स भारत में सबसे बड़ा और विश्व में सबसे आधुनिक खेल परिसर है. केन्द्रीय गृह मंत्री ने कहा, "आज जिस स्पोर्ट्स कॉम्प्लेक्स का लोकार्पण किया गया, उसका नाम महान स्वतंत्रता सेनानी वीर सावरकर के नाम पर रखा गया है. उन्होंने कहा कि बहुत कम लोगों को पता होगा कि विश्व में सबसे लंबी तैराकी अगर किसी ने की है, तो वह वीर सावरकर थे.
- जब अंग्रेज वीर सावरकर को कैद करके भारत ला रहे थे, तब फ्रांस के निकट मार्सेल्स बंदरगाह (Marseille port) पर उन्होंने हाथ-पैर में बेड़ियों के रहते ही जहाज से समुद्र में छलांग लगा दी और तैरकर फ्रांस की धरती पर पहुँच गए. इससे अंग्रेज उन्हें तुरंत पकड़ न सके."
1015. Indian Navy scales up indigenous shipbuilding with 54 vessels under construction
- On September 22, 2025 it was reported that, The Indian Navy is undertaking its largest-ever shipbuilding programme, with 54 vessels currently under various stages of construction in Indian shipyards.
- The initiative is central to India’s long-term maritime strategy, aimed at safeguarding national interests and countering regional challenges from China and Pakistan.
- The Indian Navy, under Atmanirbhar Bharat, is transitioning from a “Buyer’s Navy” to a “Builder’s Navy,” commissioning up to 10 indigenous warships by December 2025 and reducing reliance on imports through high local content in projects.
- India targets a 200-plus warship fleet by 2035, potentially 230 by 2037. Recent milestones include commissioning INS Tamal, the last foreign-built frigate, and delivering Androth with 80% indigenous content, boosting employment and self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
1016. India slams Pakistan for raking up Kashmir issue in U.N.
- India strongly hit back at Pakistan on December 14 after it raised the Kashmir issue in the U.N. Security Council, asserting that a country that hosted slain al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden and attacked a neighbouring Parliament does not have the credentials to “sermonise” in the power U.N. organ.
- Indian External Affairs Minister said the credibility of the U.N. depends on its effective response to the key challenges of our times, be it pandemics, climate change, conflicts or terrorism.
- At the UN Security Council in New York, External Affairs Minister rejected Pakistan’s Kashmir remarks, saying a country that sheltered Osama bin Laden and attacked India’s Parliament lacks credibility. He reaffirmed J&K as India’s internal matter and stressed that terrorism cannot be normalised.
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1017. India slams Pakistan on minority rights: ‘Ironic that Islamabad even raises it’
- India slammed Pakistan foreign minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari's remarks on Kashmir and minorities and said that it is ironic that Islamabad which committed a grave violation of minority rights is speaking about the rights of minorities.
- India's joint secretary of the UN Economic and Social Srinivas Gotru said at the United Nations on Wednesday at a high-level meeting on the rights of minorities.
- India rejected Pakistan Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto’s remarks on Kashmir and minorities, calling it ironic that a country with a poor record on minority rights is speaking on the issue. India’s envoy said Pakistan itself is guilty of forced conversions and other violations.
- He added that India protects minority rights under its Constitution and dismissed Pakistan’s allegations.
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1018. ‘Responsible for death of thousands of civilians’: India slams Pakistan at UNHRC
- India has used its right of reply at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) to respond to Pakistan on issues of religious minorities and terrorism. “No religious minority can freely live or practice its religion in Pakistan on 4 March 2023.
- The Ahmadiya community continues to be persecuted by the state for simply practising their faith… Pakistan's policies are directly responsible for the death of thousands of civilians around the world,” India's representative Seema Pujani slammed her Pakistani counterpart Hina Rabbani Khar.
- India responded to Pakistan’s accusations of human rights violations in Jammu and Kashmir. India accused Pakistan of being responsible for the deaths of thousands of civilians globally and highlighted its persecution of religious minorities, including Ahmadi’s, Christians, Hindus and Sikhs.
- “In the last decade, Pakistan’s own Commission of Inquiry on Enforced Disappearances has received 8,463 complaints. The Baloch people have borne the brunt of this cruel policy. Students, doctors, engineers, teachers and community leaders are regularly disappeared by the state" Pujani, said.
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1019. Rajnath Singh inaugurates TASL's defence manufacturing facility in Morocco
- On Sep 23, 2025, Defence Minister of India and Morocco’s Defence Minister Abdelatif Loudyi inaugurated Tata Advanced Systems Limited’s 20,000 sq m defence manufacturing facility in Berrechid, Morocco, to produce the indigenously developed WhAP 8x8 combat vehicles.
- Developed jointly by TASL and DRDO, the WhAP features modular configurations like infantry carriers, reconnaissance vehicles, and ambulances, with advanced protection, high mobility, and remote weapon options. Production began three months early, with initial deliveries due next month.
- The facility, Morocco’s largest defence plant and India’s first private defence unit in Africa, will source up to 50% components locally, generate significant jobs, enhance Morocco’s defence base, and serve as a hub for exports across Africa and Europe.
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1020. "Futile Propaganda": India Slams Pakistan Over Kashmir Remark At UN
- India has slammed Pakistan at the United Nations Human Rights Council during its right of reply where it warned Islamabad against spreading propaganda and attempts to foment communal disharmony in India.
- The statement comes after Pakistan during the General Debate under Agenda item 4 at the UNHRC spoke about Jammu and Kashmir.
- India called on Pakistan to focus on the safety, security and well-being of its minority communities instead of engaging in "futile propaganda" to create communal disharmony in India, PR Thulasidhass, Under Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs, Permanent Mission of India at the United Nations Human Rights Council.
- "We call on Pakistan to focus on the safety, security and well-being of its minority communities instead of engaging in futile propaganda and attempting to foment communal disharmony in India," PR Thulasidhass said.
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