NATIONAL

Kerala, Goa and Chandigarh best governed states and union territory, says PAC ranking. Uttar Pradesh, Odisha and Bihar were at the bottom of the ranking, scoring negative points in the category. They got - 1.461, -1.201 and -1.158 points respectively.

KK Sharma resigns as advisor to J&K L-G, appointed State Election Commissioner. Sharma, a 1983-batch IAS officer of the Arunachal Pradesh, Goa and Mizoram Union Territories (AGMUT) cadre, was appointed advisor to the Lieutenant Governor in November last year.

PM Modi inaugurates 'Arogya Van' near Statue of Unity. The Arogya Van comprises a lotus pond, alba garden, aroma garden, yoga and meditation garden, indoor plant section, digital information centre, souvenir shop and a cafeteria serving ayurveda foods, among other things, the release said.

INTERNATIONAL

for strategic alliance

The final agreement follow a memorandum of understanding between the two companies, signed in December last year, and closing is expected during the first half of 2021, Volvo said in a statement.

BANKING

Electronics Sector Skill Council of India appoints PVG Menon as CEO

The Electronics Sector Skill Council of India (ESSCI) on Friday announced appointment of PVG Menon as its chief executive officer.

SPORTS

Boxers Panghal, Sanjeet win gold in France

Panghal defeated USA’s Abraham Rene Perez 3-0 in final of 52kg category. There were four boxers in the 52kg draw and Panghal won both bouts comfortably.