Union minister JP Nadda drew attention for his 17 kg weight loss achieved through a strict diet and exercise plan. He takes only two meals daily, which improved his blood pressure. The Election Commission team, headed by CEC Rajiv Kumar, planned visits to assess election readiness in J&K, Haryana, Maharashtra, and Jharkhand.
Hundreds of Bangladeshis gathered at the India border, attempting to cross over. They were dispersed with assistance from Border Guard Bangladesh, Civil Administration, and BSF personnel, according to a senior BSF officer.
French Olympic veteran David Douillet has criticized the French government for taxing French athletes for their bonus rewards, calling this decision as unjust and a 'scandal'. Here's some more information about this latest development around the Paris Olympics 2024 controversy.
Former Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina remains in India with no plans to leave, her son Sajeeb Wazed Joy confirmed. Despite being upset about recent events, she stays with her family. Joy warned of potential instability in Bangladesh and expressed doubts about holding free and fair elections. No political return for Hasina is anticipated.
Recently, the global markets were shaken by the Japanese crisis, causing investors to panic sell. They faced the 'Stockdale Paradox', as described by Jim Collins. Admiral James Stockdale's survival approach during his Vietnam War captivity combined hope with harsh reality acceptance. This paradox suggests that resilience and personal growth come from faith and enduring hardships.
BJP's southern allies, the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and Jana Sena Party, have called for the rollback of GST on health and life insurance, as well as for reductions in long-term capital gains tax. During a Lok Sabha discussion on the Budget, TDP's Narasaraopet MP Lavu Srikrishna Devarayalu argued for a decrease in long-term capital gains tax and a return to indexation benefits.
Asif Merchant, a Pakistani national with alleged ties to Iran, was charged with plotting to assassinate former US President Donald Trump. Merchant traveled to the US to recruit hitmen but interacted with an FBI informant instead. He was arrested on July 12 while attempting to leave the country, thwarting the plot.
India has delayed the opening of three new integrated check posts on the Indo-Bangladesh border due to turmoil in Bangladesh. This includes Golakganj and Mankachar in Assam and Sabroom in Tripura. The situation has also affected trade volumes at existing border check posts, including those at Petrapole-Benapole and Srimantapur.
Muslim students in Bangladesh have worked to protect Hindu temples during recent violence. In Noakhali, students and local religious groups have teamed up to guard temples and establish safety measures for minorities. Despite this, incidents of arson and vandalism continued, threatening several ISKCON temples and forcing monks to flee for safety.
During the Lok Sabha session on Wednesday, a small group of MPs protested the disqualification of wrestler Vinesh Phogat from the Olympics, raising slogans about "injustice to the nation's daughter" and demanding government response.
Muhammad Yunus, a Nobel laureate, has been appointed to lead Bangladesh's interim government, facing various challenges from civil society, Islamists, and the military. His prior efforts to gain India's support were unsuccessful. Concerns exist that Jamaat-e-Islami might steer the government’s agenda. Swearing-in is scheduled for Thursday.
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill is expected to be introduced in the Lok Sabha on Thursday. Opposition parties, including Congress, NCP-SCP, Samajwadi Party, and Trinamool Congress, have demanded that the bill be sent to a Parliamentary committee for further scrutiny. The government plans to introduce the bill but will not push for its immediate passage.
In the wake of the collapse of Sheikh Hasina's government, India successfully evacuated non-essential embassy staff and their families from Bangladesh. A special flight brought 199 adults and six infants back to New Delhi. Recent reports indicated approximately 1,000 deaths in Bangladesh over the past two days, with a mob attack resulting in significant casualties.
Kamala Harris and Tim Walz commenced their presidential campaign in Philadelphia, targeting crucial states like Wisconsin, Michigan, and Pennsylvania. Harris highlighted Walz's advocacy for in vitro fertilization and child tax credits. Both Democrats and Republicans are set for a tough race across Rust Belt and Sun Belt states, with Harris competing against Donald Trump.
In the Rajya Sabha, Leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge raised concerns about alleged removal of chapters on the Constitution's Preamble from NCERT books. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan denied these claims, affirming that the Preamble, Fundamental Duties, and Fundamental Rights remain in the syllabus.
Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini revealed that families under Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana will get LPG cylinders for Rs 500. The Mukhyamantri Dugdh Uphaar Yojana aims to offer fortified milk to schoolgirls. Loan amounts for self-employment schemes were increased, and substantial interest-free loans were provided to self-help groups to promote women’s empowerment.
The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai), led by Chairman Anil Kumar Lahoti, has begun informal meetings with broadcasting industry stakeholders to discuss issues for an upcoming consultation paper on broadcast tariffs.
Donald Trump's political momentum was disrupted when Joe Biden stepped aside, leading to Kamala Harris becoming the Democratic nominee. Trump criticized Harris' ethnic background, but she rapidly gained widespread support and significant funding. Many Republican lawmakers distanced themselves from Trump's divisive rhetoric as Harris united different Democratic groups.
Vinesh Phogat, representing India, faced disqualification from the women's 50 kg wrestling final at the Paris Olympics for exceeding the weight limit by 100 grams. Despite efforts to meet the weight requirements, she fell short. Concerns of a conspiracy emerged, but Phogat's journey and accomplishments until then were significant.
Narendra Modi called on the private sector to boost job creation and investment. Nirmala Sitharaman also emphasized the need for increased private participation. The article discusses the decline in private sector investment's role in capital formation and suggests stimulating demand as key to reviving private sector investment for future economic growth.
India’s leading telcos, Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio, are expanding their fixed wireless access (FWA) services to enhance home broadband offerings, capitalizing on 5G technology. By using 5G standalone (SA) technology for FWA, both companies reduce reliance on costly and time-consuming fiber rollouts.
Astrologers that examine natal charts predicted that President Joe Biden would endorse Vice President Kamala Harris and decide not to run for reelection. They predict that Harris will overcome Trump in 2024 by a narrow margin, using astronomical movements and the importance of his running mates' astrological indications.
Market trackers anticipate a 4-5% year-on-year growth in smartphone sales during the September-October festive season, reaching 30-35 million units. This increase is supported by affordable 5G phones and aggressive discounts, especially online.
Thailand's Constitutional Court ruled to dissolve the Move Forward party, stating its campaign to amend a law protecting the monarchy was unconstitutional. Despite winning the most seats in the 2023 election, its leaders plan to form a new party. The US expressed concern over the court's decision, signaling potential impacts on Thai politics.
