More than 20 Election Petitions have been filed in state high courts challenging the 2024 Lok Sabha election results across various constituencies. The grounds for these petitions varied from discrepancies in affidavits to allegations of vote manipulation. Key figures involved include former Tamil Nadu CM O Panneerselvam, Union Minister Savita Thakur, and Trinamool leader Abhishek Banerjee. Some petitions demanded EVM and VVPAT verification. The cases have been spread across states like West Bengal, Bihar, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Assam. Читать дальше...
The statement is set for release as finance ministers and central bankers from the Group of 20 major economies wrap up their second day of meetings in Brazil, which has used its presidency to focus on reducing economic inequalities.
The Aditya Birla Group launched its new jewellery retail brand, Indriya, directly competing with Tanishq and Reliance Jewels. Indriya plans to be a top-three player in five years, leveraging India's shift towards branded jewellery. This ₹5,000 crore initiative marks the group's entry during the festive season, aiming to capitalize on India's booming wedding market and rising preference for trusted brands.
India accelerated its Act East Policy under Modi 3.0 with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and NSA Ajit Doval visiting Laos and Myanmar. Jaishankar attended Asean meetings, while Doval engaged with Myanmar's leadership. Highlights included India's rising engagement with Asean and Bimstec to counter China's influence. Doval also attended a Vietnamese Communist Party leader’s funeral and held discussions.
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump sharply criticized his Democratic political rivals and pledged to work for peace in the Middle East if reelected as he met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Florida on Friday. Trump's campaign later released a statement on the meeting, saying he "pledged that when he returns to the White House, he will make every effort to bring peace to the Middle East and combat anti-Semitism from spreading throughout college campuses across the United... Читать дальше...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the 25th anniversary of the Kargil War, paid tribute to fallen soldiers and addressed terrorism concerns, particularly from Pakistan. He emphasized India's resilience in Ladakh and J&K, highlighting the abrogation of Article 370 and its positive impacts. Modi also mentioned the ongoing Shinkun La tunnel project for better connectivity to Leh.
MediaTek teamed up with Reliance Jio's subsidiary JioThings to explore the two-wheeler and electric vehicle market in India with Android-based smart digital cluster solutions. MediaTek will handle hardware and design services, while Jio will integrate their applications and strategy. The partnership is seen as a game-changer by MediaTek's vice president, CK Wang.
The Congress party is planning to shift its central office from 24 Akbar Road to 'Indira Bhawan' at 9A Kotla Marg on Independence Day. The new six-storeyed headquarters will feature various offices and facilities. This shift marks a significant change from its long-standing address.
Former First Lady Melania Trump has announced her decision to publish a memoir which will contain some personal experiences, her struggles and everything else. Donald Trump is also set to release his third book.
Import duty waivers on lithium and other critical minerals were expected to decrease battery costs for electric vehicles and energy storage, according to INOXGFL's Devansh Jain. Jain stated that battery chemicals made up about 35% of EV battery costs, and reducing import duties would lower overall EV costs. The initiative, along with the PLI scheme, aimed to encourage investments in EV battery manufacturing. Jain also noted that the high cost of battery storage hindered large-scale adoption, which... Читать дальше...
At one of the previous hearings, the court had disapproved of the way a Muzaffarnagar school teacher allegedly spurred students into slapping the boy as punishment and made a communal remark. The alleged incident was reported in August last year. The court last September raised "serious objections" to the manner in which the probe was being dealt with by the UP Police. It had previously ordered the UP government to nominate a senior IPS officer to head the probe into the case. SC had also pointed... Читать дальше...
Several BJP-ruled states have announced reservation for Agniveers in government jobs, following PM Modi's call to absorb them post-retirement. Haryana, UP, Chhattisgarh, MP, and Uttarakhand have all committed to prioritizing Agniveers in police and other state jobs, highlighting efforts to harness their skills and discipline.
The Paris Olympics 2024 has already begun with some of the sporting events having kicked off right before the start of the opening ceremony, which is scheduled for July 26. There will be a handful of sporting stars to look out for this time as they represent their countries in a bid to win accomplishments and medals.
The final NEET-UG 2024 rankings revealed 17 toppers with a perfect score of 720/720, following a court ruling on a disputed physics question. Initially, 67 students were toppers. The examination for 2.33 lakh students had issues like grace marks and paper leaks.
Ever since Rahul Gandhi was re-elected to the 18th Lok Sabha and became Leader of the Opposition, he and his well-wishers have been often spotted in some Lutyens' Delhi residential colonies, including Safdarjung Lane Road, looking for a suitable government accommodation for him. The buzz is that the House committee has proposed 5 Sunhari Bagh bungalow for him, which is being checked out by his team. After he had to vacate 12 Tughlaq Lane house following his brief disqualification from Lok Sabha,... Читать дальше...
In Rajya Sabha, a heated debate erupted over granting legal status to Minimum Support Price (MSP) for crops. Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan faced opposition allegations of betraying farmers by not providing a clear commitment.
Lok Sabha was briefly adjourned as Trinamool Congress and BJP clashed over separate issues. Trinamool MPs protested against a minister's comments on bifurcating West Bengal, while BJP MPs raised the alleged Valmiki Corporation scam in Karnataka.
Republican Senator Marco Rubio introduced a bill to exempt India from Caatsa sanctions for Russian equipment purchases. It also proposes military cooperation with India and sanctions on Pakistan for terrorism. The bill is unlikely to pass this Congress but may be reintroduced later.
Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar was accused of favoring Treasury benches by rejecting the Opposition's notices under Rule 267 while allowing BJP members to raise similar issues. The Opposition protested, pushing for a discussion on floods in Assam.
The Supreme Court has extended its interim stay on the directive requiring eateries and shops along the kanwar route to display names of owners and employees. Uttar Pradesh clarified that the order aimed to ensure a peaceful yatra. The Court emphasized that displaying names voluntarily is allowed. The stay continues until the next hearing on August 5.
The Supreme Court issued notices to the Centre and governors of Kerala and West Bengal following delays in clearing bills passed by state legislatures. The court asked for replies within three weeks. Kerala and West Bengal accuse their governors of unconstitutional behavior. Additionally, Tamil Nadu and Punjab have also approached the court over financial disputes with the Centre.
Revenue Secretary Sanjay Malhotra defended the capital gains tax rationalization, stating it was industry-demanded. He highlighted the budget's focus on tax reforms, simplification, and investment-friendliness, with minimal revenue impact. The collaborative approach includes benefits like abolishing angel tax and reducing customs duties. Industry leaders praised the budget and sought a customs dispute settlement scheme.
El Chapo's son Joaquin Guzman Lopez lured Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada onto a plane that delivered them both into the hands of the US law enforcement agencies. They are the most notorious members of Mexico’s Sinaloa Cartel. The cartel runs a drug smuggling business with a huge quantity of cocaine and fentanyl into the US, Europe and elsewhere in the world.
The government is developing a long-term energy transition strategy to maintain growth, collaborating with the Asian Development Bank and NITI Aayog. Ajay Seth highlighted the need for a unique strategy for India's lower per capita income compared to advanced economies. Infrastructure funding and carbon pricing affordability are also being examined.
