The rail roko protest led to the diversion of 12 long-distance trains and suspension of local train services on the Ambernath-Karjat section of Central Railway. The protesters were demanding that the accused be handed over to them so that they could hang him in public. One of the reasons for the anger was the response of the Badlapur police.
The Chief Electoral Officer of Jammu and Kashmir announced the completion of a special summary revision of electoral rolls, revealing a notable increase in women and first-time voters. With 93,000 new registrations and 209 additional polling stations, the total voter count is now 88.03 lakh. The election notification for the first phase of assembly elections is set for September 18, with security being bolstered by 298 paramilitary companies to ensure smooth polling.
Former Jharkhand CM Champai Soren departed Delhi for Ranchi, refuting claims of joining the BJP. Sources revealed a meeting with a BJP leader despite Soren's denial. With Soren's open letter criticizing the JMM leadership, the party is now in damage-control mode, anticipating his next move.
West Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose on Tuesday called on President Droupadi Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar in New Delhi. He also spoke to the deceased student's parents and assured them justice. The Kolkata Raj Bhavan has opened a Mobile Control Room in connection with the ongoing agitation, Raj Bhavan sources told ET. "Anyone may call up the numbers if they wish to convey anything to me," Bose said.
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has raised antitrust concerns about Reliance Industries and Walt Disney's $8.5-billion merger of their media assets. The proposed merger could create a dominant entity in India's entertainment sector, holding significant cricket broadcasting rights. To ease concerns, Reliance and Disney have proposed shutting certain channels and await regulatory approval.
The Second Administrative Reforms Commission (ARC) report of 2005 highlights concerns about lateral entry into senior government positions, noting potential risks to constitutional mandates on reservations and the socio-cultural diversity of India's civil service. The report acknowledges the advantages of attracting top talent from both public and private sectors but warns of possible adverse effects, including conflicts of interest, impact on affirmative action, and operational challenges.
According to highly-placed sources, Shah will hold the review meetings in Naya Raipur, the administrative capital of Chhattisgarh, on August 24 with chief secretaries and director generals of police of Maoist-affected Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Telangana.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has withdrawn its advertisement for 45 central government lateral entry positions following requests from the Centre amid backlash from both BJP allies and the Opposition. The cancellation came after concerns were raised about the lack of reservation provisions for these specialized posts.
Regarding Bill Clinton's significance, CNN commentator S.E. Cupp questioned the DNC's decision to have him on the program. Additionally, Cupp criticized Vice President Kamala Harris' lack of media transparency and detailed policy ideas.
West Bengal government's counsel said a case of unnatural death was immediately registered after the incident was reported. The bench retorted: "A UD is not an FIR. It is only a report." SC was informed that the FIR was registered at 11:45 pm. "The autopsy would reveal that she has been murdered. Nobody in the hospital registers FIR. What were the hospital authorities and principal and vice principal doing," SC said.
The Supreme Court decided to provide CISF security for doctors at RG Kar hospital, leading to a verbal clash between Kapil Sibal and Tushar Mehta. Meanwhile, NCP’s Hasan Mushrif proposed extreme measures to win votes in Maharashtra. Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announced renaming Electronic City after D Devaraj Urs, with additional plans to rename Ramanagar as Bengaluru South.
The 34-year-old pop star, Taylor Swift, had a small incident during her most recent performance in London. The You Belong With Me singer, who usually fascinates her fans with her impeccable flair, dealt with a small mishap gracefully.
Hamas indicated their willingness for a cease-fire with Israel, denying US claims of stalling negotiations. Blinken stated that Israel had accepted a temporary agreement. An Israeli airstrike in Gaza resulted in 12 deaths. Additionally, the bodies of six hostages were recovered from a tunnel in Khan Younis following clashes with militants.
Kamala Harris unveiled her economic agenda in North Carolina, advocating for lower costs and wealth-building opportunities. Her key proposals include tax hikes, down-payment assistance, and expanded Child Tax Credit. Harris' agenda targets middle- and working-class families but hinges on Congressional approval, making its future uncertain.
"Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story" premieres on Netflix on September 19. The series, created by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan, explores the 1996 conviction of the Menendez brothers for the murder of their parents, focusing on the trial and its aftermath.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co started building its first European plant in Dresden, Germany, intending to ensure stable chip supplies. With significant state subsidies, the facility is part of Germany's push to produce a fifth of the global semiconductors by 2030, addressing supply-chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions.
Saregama India acquired the remaining 48.2% of Pocket Aces Pictures for Rs 209 crore, raising the total investment to Rs 375 crore. This move aims to expand Saregama’s presence in digital media, leveraging Pocket Aces' vast reach to popularize its extensive music library among the younger audience and create synergies in content creation and influencer management.
The finance ministry has clarified that there are no plans to form a panel to investigate Hindenburg Research's allegations against Sebi chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch. Hindenburg accused Buch and her husband of being involved in offshore funds linked to investments in Adani companies. Amid political discussions, the ministry confirmed no decision on a probe has been reached.
The NCLT protected HDIL's rights over a 73-acre property in Hyderabad amid insolvency proceedings initiated in 2019. The tribunal found that new agreements executed during the moratorium violated HDIL's rights. It has mandated that no third-party rights can be created on the property until a resolution plan is approved.
Alien: Romulus, set between the original Alien and Aliens films, has quickly received praise, earning an 81% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. This rating positions it just below the classic entries in the franchise and aligns with Ridley Scott's more recent works.
Legendary Entertainment is developing an origin series for the Pacific Rim franchise, led by Eric Heisserer. The series explores the backstory of humanity's fight against Kaiju, expanding the existing universe.
Reliance Industries (RIL) plans to invest more than ₹1,000 crore to enhance production from its coal bed methane (CBM) blocks in Sohagpur, Madhya Pradesh. Facing a decline in CBM output, RIL aims to increase production to 1 million standard cubic meters per day within three years by drilling new wells.
The labour and employment ministry will hold a virtual meeting with the states and UTs on Wednesday, followed by six regional meetings from August 30 to October 4, with focus on labour codes, employment generation, integration of e-Shram portal and extension of social security benefits to building and other construction workers, government officials told ET.
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The government had begun allowing companies to visit fertiliser units to gather information necessary for green ammonia production under the SIGHT Scheme. These visits were scheduled from August 27 to September 10. The deadline for bids was September 3, possibly extending. The scheme facilitated agreements between ammonia producers and buyers, with a yearly capacity of 739,000 tonnes.
