Shakti

The Indian Air Force (IAF) showcased its latest arsenal during the Vayu Shakti 2024 exercise, featuring debut appearances of France-origin Rafale fighter aircraft, indigenous light combat helicopter Prachand, and US-made Apache assault chopper and Chinook

The triennial exercise began with three Chetak helicopters trooping the National Flag and the Air Force ensign, flying past the grand stand with the National Anthem playing in the background. 

In a dynamic move to address key sectors and development challenges, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has allocated a substantial budget of ₹52,000 crore for the implementation of five crucial guarantee schemes, namely Shakti, Gruha Jyoti, Gruha Lakshmi, Yuva Nidhi, and Anna Bhagya, in the fiscal year 2024-25.

Ranveer Singh will allegedly play Indian superhero Shaktimaan in the Basil Joseph-directed film. The film is said to go on floors next year in May. It is eyeing a 2026 release.

The indigenously developed Shakti EW System enhances electronic defense capabilities against modern radars and anti-ship missiles, providing a crucial layer of defense for capital warships.

Referring to the Haldwani violence, Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami said the manner in which police personnel and journalists were "attacked by unruly elements cannot be condemned enough".

RBI proposes a shift from traditional OTP to a principle-based framework for digital transaction authentication, aiming to enhance security amidst growing digital transactions and vulnerabilities.

In the announcement, RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das said that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) remains vigilant regarding food inflation to ensure that the benefits gained are not eroded.

In the previous MPC meeting on December 8, the RBI chose to keep key rates unchanged for the fifth consecutive time. The committee, consisting of three RBI members and three external members, unanimously decided to retain the benchmark repurchase rate at 6.5 percent.

In their letter to the RBI and the Finance Minister, a group of startup founders rallying behind Paytm underscored the broader implications of the regulatory action, emphasizing its potential to cast a negative shadow on India's business environment and global reputation. 

Shankar Mahadevan and Zakir Hussain triumph at the 2024 Grammys as the reformed fusion band Shakti wins Best Global Music Album for 'This Moment,' marking their comeback after 45 years. 7 best songs of the maestro

Shankar Mahadevan and Zakir Hussain's fusion band Shakti won the Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album for their recent album, 'This Moment'.

The 66th Annual Grammy Awards 2024 are currently taking place in Los Angeles and Indian musicians Shankar Mahadevan and Zakir Hussain's fusion band Shakti won the Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album for their most recent album, 'This Moment'.

Shankar Mahadevan's band Shakti, featuring Zakir Hussain, won Best Global Music Album at the 2024 Grammys

Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalingareddy announced the success of the Shakti Yojana initiative, leading to increased bus passengers. He inaugurated 50 buses in Gadag and honoured accident-free drivers with silver medals. Plans include purchasing 5,800 buses, introducing a cashless ticket service, and a truck terminal in Gadag. Minister H.K. Patil emphasized developing Gadag's bus station and requested a truck terminal, minibus stands, and more services.