United States officials moved to take the aircraft, a Dassault Falcon 900EX private jet used by Maduro and members of his government, with the Justice Department saying the jet was "illegally purchased."
With the finale of The Bachelorette Season 21 on the horizon, fans are anxiously awaiting Jenn Tran's decision—will she choose Devin, Marcus, or walk away without a ring?
The 23rd Law Commission has been constituted as the term of the 22nd Law Commission ends. The outgoing panel's report on the uniform civil code is incomplete, while the report on simultaneous elections is ready but pending submission to the law ministry due to the absence of a chairperson.
The JV company will house a 1,150 mw portfolio, which will comprise a mix of operational and under-execution solar assets with a blend of both merchant-based and power purchase agreement-based projects, said a company statement.
Widespread criticism followed Donald Trump's assertion on Fox News that he was entitled to interfere in the 2020 election. Given that meddling in elections is against the law, legal experts contend that his remarks could be interpreted as an admission of guilt.
On Monday, Sumit Antil set a new Paralympic record in the men's javelin throw F64 final at the Paris Games with a throw of 70.59 meters, successfully defending his gold medal from Tokyo. Born in Sonepat, Haryana, Antil was an avid sports enthusiast before a 2015 bike accident led to the amputation of his left leg below the knee. Despite this setback, he returned to sports with the aid of a prosthesis.
Sources claim that following Ellen DeGeneres' retirement, Portia de Rossi and Ellen DeGeneres' marriage may be having difficulties because of recent real estate decisions that have raised doubts about the durability of their union. There have been rumors of potential strain at home.
A Ravindran, senior vice president, Larsen & Toubro, has been appointed as the head of renewable business. "The growth of renewable EPC business has accelerated in recent years," said Larsen & Toubro chairman SN Subrahmanyan. "Thanks to our early start and investments, we have built an organisation that is uniquely placed in the value chain of creating sustainable energy infrastructure. This space is promising. Multiple opportunities are visible."
Bonnie Wright, famous for her portrayal of Ginny Weasley in the Harry Potter films, has expressed her hopes for a more nuanced depiction of the relationship between Ginny and Harry in the TV series.
The Goods & Services Tax (GST) authorities have recently issued these notices concerning the transfer of leasehold land. The crux of the issue lies in whether the transfer of leasehold land constitutes a sale of land or a service.
The energy transition faces a paradox of rising demand amid environmental concerns. Digital technologies like AI, ML, and blockchain are crucial for optimizing grid stability, renewable energy use, and storage solutions. Smart consumption and microgrids enhance efficiency and resilience.
Audi executive Fabrizio Longo died after falling from 10,000 feet while climbing Italy's Cima Payer in the Adamello mountains.
An Indian Air Force fighter aircraft crashed in Barmer district, Rajasthan, on Monday night. The pilot is reported to be safe, and there have been no reports of casualties. The crash occurred in a remote area, away from populated regions.
Dilawar, though, is right to be cross about 'great' as an epithet being attached to the emperor's name. Jalaluddin Muhammad bore the title 'Akbar', which itself means 'great(est)' - thus 'Allahu Akbar', or 'god is great(est)' - in Arabic. To refer to the third Mughal emperor as 'Akbar the Great' is essentially saying 'Great(est) the Great' - which is super silly.
The debate over whether the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) should cut interest rates has intensified. The RBI has held rates steady for eight consecutive meetings, with dissenting members warning of potential repercussions from inaction. The core issue is whether the RBI should prioritize combating food inflation by maintaining high rates or consider rate cuts by focusing on non-food inflation and economic stability.
CJI's endorsement of an all-India judicial service, along the lines of IAS or IPS, has been on the NDA government's wishlist, and underscores the practical benefits of a national-level service. GoI's 2015 proposal had virtually no takers, with most states pushing back on the grounds of violating the federal nature of the polity or linguistic barriers. Interestingly, linguistic barriers have not posed an insurmountable problem for the administrative or police services.
Donald Trump disregarded Melania Trump's request for him to avoid using harsh language and instead attacked Kamala Harris during a rally. Trump persisted in using harsh language to convey his case, against advice from Melania and Franklin Graham.
RBI should identify culprits misusing this well-intentioned facility and make an example of them as credible deterrence. There have been instances in the past when regulators intending to punish erring corporates, and to prevent the occurrence and recurrence of malfeasance, have tweaked rules, making life difficult even for law-abiding businesses. This is unfair. Now is the time for RBI to show that it's indeed mindful of the needs of Indian companies to go global, but at the same time, non-negotiable... Читать дальше...
Project Orion, the sequel to Cyberpunk 2077, was first announced in October 2022. Active development began in early 2024, with planning led by CD Projekt RED's Boston studio. The release date and platforms are yet to be confirmed, but it is likely to target current-generation consoles and PC.
Ashwani Bhatia, Sebi Whole-Time Member, emphasized the need for a detailed approach in addressing MSMEs' financial challenges. He highlighted the role of financial institutions and fintech partnerships while cautioning against shortcuts in SME listings. With the potential growth in India's startup ecosystem, Bhatia underscores the importance of proper due diligence.
The meeting, chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, is scheduled for Tuesday at South Block and will be attended by top officials, including the Chief of Defence Staff, the three service chiefs, the Defence Secretary, and other relevant officials.
Vodafone Idea has been issued demand orders from various GST offices to pay over Rs 73 crore for alleged tax shortfalls and excess input tax credit claims. The company disputes the demands and intends to seek rectification or reversal of the orders, according to a regulatory filing.
IREDA plans to raise around Rs 25,000 crore from the debt market and Rs 4,500 crore through equity this fiscal. The agency has submitted a draft Green Taxonomy for approval, aimed at increasing capital for climate projects and is eyeing international funding post securing a 'BBB-' rating from S&P Global Ratings.
Pakistan's army has launched 'Azm-e-Istehkam', an anti-terror operation focusing on digital platforms being used for misinformation and unrest. General Munir calls this 'digital terrorism' and aims to curb activities against state institutions, raising concerns over online surveillance and internet speed reductions affecting the nation.
