A court here reserved its order on Saturday on the CBI's plea seeking 14-day judicial custody of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in an excise policy-linked corruption case. Kejriwal was produced in court by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) after the expiry of his three-day custodial interrogation. Special Judge Sunena Sharma reserved her order on the plea seeking jail for the AAP chief. The Delhi chief minister was arrested by the CBI in connection with irregularities in his government's excise policy. Читать дальше...
AAP Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh did not appear before an MP-MLA court here on Saturday in a 2021 COVID-19 norms violation case, citing his preoccupation with the ongoing Parliament session. The court will now hear the matter on July 6. Sanjay Singh's advocate Madan Singh said his client could not appear before the special MP-MLA court due to the ongoing Parliament session. An application on his absence was filed in the court, which fixed July 6 as the next date of hearing. During the last hearing... Читать дальше...
India is monitoring cheap Chinese imports, the source said, as China continues to be top exporter of steel to the Asia's third-largest economy in recent months
The government has sought a detailed report from the state of Tamil Nadu, site of a major iPhone factory where Reuters uncovered Foxconn's hiring practices
Echoing the urgency of healthcare reforms ranging from restructuring of Ayushman Bharat Yojana (AB-PMJAY) to accelerating the digital health mission, experts and industry leaders have outlined key priorities for the Modi government in its third consecutive term. Their statements highlight the importance of prioritising preventive healthcare measures, strengthening infrastructure, and increasing healthcare spending. Healthcare experts have expressed concerns about whether the government in its new... Читать дальше...
Former Jharkhand chief minister Hemant Soren on Saturday slammed the BJP for allegedly hatching a conspiracy against him and claimed that the saffron party will be wiped out from the state after the upcoming assembly elections. Addressing JMM workers at his residence, Soren said there would be a "revolt against those who plotted the conspiracy" to confine him in jail and "people of Jharkhand would not spare the BJP". "Time has come to put the last nail in BJP's coffin. In coming days, the BJP will... Читать дальше...
The Advisory Committee on National Accounts Statistics to review data sources, align GDP with inflation and industrial indices
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 29: MediSim VR, a leader in healthcare simulation training technology, is delighted to announce the establishment of Gujarat's first VR Skill Training Lab at KD Hospital, inaugurated by the Minister, Rushikesh Patel, Health & Family Welfare, Gujarat.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Saturday called for a judiciary free of any political bias, maintaining that it should be absolutely pure and honest. Banerjee also said the judiciary is the big pillar of India's foundation to save democracy, the Constitution and people's interests. "Please see to it that (there is) no political bias in the judiciary. The judiciary must be absolutely pure, honest and sacred. Let people worship it," the CM said at the inauguration of the East Zone II... Читать дальше...
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], June 29: CloudThat, an award-winning cloud training and cloud consulting services company, is proud to announce that it has won the prestigious Microsoft Training Services Partner of the Year Award for 2024. The company was honored among a global field of top Microsoft partners for demonstrating excellence in innovation and implementation of customer solutions based on Microsoft technology. Renowned for its consistent streak of victories, this marks the brand's seventh consecutive award in seven years.
New Delhi [India], June 29: Hero Vired, India's premium LearnTech company for professionals and higher education aspirants, has witnessed a remarkable 120 per cent year-over-year growth in FY 23-24 in its Extended Reality program. This surge reflects the increase in demand for skilling opportunities by professionals in the booming XR industry. Upholding this positive momentum, the Gaming program has also witnessed steady growth since its inception, indicating the growing interest in immersive technologies. Читать дальше...
Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], June 29: The Bangalore Business Excellence Awards 2024, hosted by SwiftNLift Media Group, unfolded with grandeur and distinction at RG Royal Hotel, Bangalore. This prestigious event brought together luminaries, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders to celebrate outstanding achievements and innovation in the business community.
Cochin Shipyard said that its wholly owned subsidiary, Udupi Cochin Shipyard (UCSL) has entered into contract with Wilson ASA, Norway, for design and construction of 4 nos. of 6300 TDW dry Cargo Vessels.
Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh alleged that the conglomerate company has reportedly selected eight Chinese companies to help its solar projects
The JD(U) appointed its Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Jha as working president on Saturday. The decision was taken at a meeting of its national executive where the party reiterated its demand for special category status for Bihar, while adding that the Centre could also consider an alternative in a special package, its senior leader Neeraj Kumar said. The BJP ally also demanded stringent action against culprits in exam paper leak cases and called for a strong law to rule out such incidents in the future. Читать дальше...
Pakistan's ambassador to the US has urged the US to provide small arms and modern equipment to his country to ensure the success of Operation Azm-i-Istehkam, Islamabad's newly approved counter-terrorism initiative. The decision to launch the 'Azm-e-Istehkam' operation was taken on June 22 at the apex committee meeting of the National Action Plan, a strategy approved in 2014 to eliminate militancy from the country. The federal government recently approved the reinvigorated national counter-terrorism drive. Читать дальше...
Among all the batters in the world, Klaasen has the best strike rate and average against slow left-arm spinners. He has struck at 164.6 and averages a brilliant 47 in T20 cricket
To get access to the mine again, Vedanta now needs to follow the court ruling by releasing $250 million to settle debts that KCM owes to contractors and suppliers
Iran will hold a runoff presidential election to replace the late hard-line President Ebrahim Raisi, an official said Saturday, after an initial vote saw the top candidates not secure an outright win. The election this coming Friday will pit reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian against the hard-line former nuclear negotiator Saeed Jalili. Mohsen Eslami, an election spokesman, announced the result in a news conference carried by Iranian state television. He said of 24.5 million votes cast, Pezeshkian... Читать дальше...
Espousing the importance of implementing Constitutional Morality' in Indian jurisprudence, Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud on Saturday insisted on the commitment of courts to ensure diversity, inclusion and tolerance. Speaking at the inaugural session of the two-day East Zone II Regional Conference of the National Judicial Academy, the CJI also focused on the importance of technological advancements in the justice delivery system. CJI Chandrachud elaborated on the notion of Constitutional... Читать дальше...
Delhi is likely to receive heavy rainfall over the next two days, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Saturday, a day after the monsoon arrived in the city with the heaviest downpour in 88 years. The IMD has issued an orange' alert for heavy rain for the next four days. "Delhi is likely to receive moderate to heavy rainfall throughout the day, with an even heavier spell anticipated on Sunday and Monday," the IMD said. Parts of Delhi, including Rohini and Burari, received rainfall this morning. Читать дальше...
This move positions HCG as a leader in a highly attractive micro-market, benefiting from a high-quality primary catchment area and substantial secondary catchment from neighboring states
NCP (SP) president Sharad Pawar on Saturday said the reference to Emergency made by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla in his speech was not apt and did not suit the stature of his post. Addressing reporters here, Pawar also said the sops announced in the budget presented by his estranged nephew and Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar on Friday, was just an effort ahead of the state assembly polls to project that they are doing something massive. Soon after his election as Lok Sabha Speaker, Om... Читать дальше...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday greeted pilgrims on the start of the Amarnath Yatra, saying the 'darshan' of Lord Shiva is known to infuse immense energy in his followers. The annual Amarnath Yatra began early Saturday as the first batch of pilgrims left the twin base camps in Baltal and Nunwan to start their journey to the 3,880-metre-high cave shrine in the south Kashmir Himalayas, officials said. "My heartfelt best wishes to all pilgrims on the commencement of the holy Amarnath Yatra. Читать дальше...
A case has been registered against a private company for allegedly polluting Periyar river near Kochi weeks after protests by environmental activists and locals against the alleged illegal discharge of chemical effluents into the waterbody, which posed a threat to the biodeiversity in it. The state Pollution Control Board also reportedly slapped a notice on the institution, one among the several companies located on the banks of Periyar river here, after the violation was detected during their recent patrolling, sources said. Читать дальше...
