Special Investigation Team (SIT) has begun probing allegations that adulterated ghee, possibly mixed with animal fat, was used in the preparation of laddu prasad at the Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple on Tirumala Hills during the previous YSRCP regime. The investigation, supervised by the CBI, follows claims made by BJP leader Subramanian Swamy and others.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a sharp attack on Rahul Gandhi & the opposition during a rally in Bhubaneswar. He criticized their political strategies & leadership, accusing them of misleading the public and hindering the country’s progress. Modi’s remarks aimed at highlighting the difference in approach between his govt & opposition parties, particularly focusing...
As schools and colleges reopened in violence-hit Manipur, teachers and students expressed concerns over issues related to the syllabus and extracurricular activities. Manipur govt had announced the resumption of classes from Nov 29 after a 13-day shutdown due to violence in the region. Educational institutions were closed on Nov 16 following clashes between security forces […]
Supreme Court said that broken relationships do not necessarily amount to abetment of suicide unless there is evidence of intent to commit a crime. The apex court overturned Karnataka High Court’s conviction of Kamaruddin Dastagir Sanadi. He was sentenced to 5 years in prison for cheating and abetment of suicide. “This is a case of […]
Guntur District Court has dismissed the suicide case of Riteshwari, a Warangal native who took her life in 2015 due to alleged ragging and harassment. Despite her suicide note citing ragging as the reason, the court stated that the prosecution failed to prove the charges. Riteshwari’s parents, who have fought for justice for nine years, […]
Andhra Pradesh ex-CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy dismissed allegations of taking bribes in a solar power deal during his tenure as “hearsay”. The allegations stem from an indictment by US Department of Justice. Jagan said he has met multiple top business executives after becoming Chief Minister in 2019 and Gautam Adani was one of them.
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, informed Parliament that the Govt of India is investing ₹1,010 crores for the comprehensive development of the Brahmaputra and Barak rivers in Assam. Project aims to improve river infrastructure, enhance navigation, and promote economic growth, benefiting the region by boosting transportation and local livelihoods in Assam.
Jammu and Kashmir LG Manoj Sinha terminated services of two government employees for their alleged terror links. As per officials, this move would deal a blow to a terror module active in UT. The LG invoked Section 311 (2) (c) of the Constitution to remove Abdul Rehman Naika (pharmacist) and Zahir Abbas (school teacher). This […]
Internet services were restored in Uttar Pradesh’s Sambhal on Friday, days after communal violence erupted in the district. District Information Officer Brijesh Kumar confirmed that services were resumed at 4:00 pm. The restoration followed peaceful Friday prayers at the Shahi Jama Masjid and other locations, which had been sites of unrest after a survey of […]
Congress leader Navjot Singh Sidhu’s wife Navjot Kaur was served a ₹850 crore legal notice over the “traditional” cancer recovery claims made by Sidhu. Chhattisgarh Civil Society (CCS) sought an explanation about Sidhu’s claims regarding her cancer recovery diet. Kaur was asked to produce evidence to support the claims in 7 days or pay ₹850 […]
MEA termed Rahul Gandhi’s jibe at PM Modi, allegedly claiming that PM was losing his memory like US President Joe Biden, unfortunate. It said his remarks are “not in keeping with” India’s warm ties with United States. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, “India shares a multi-faceted partnership with US. We see such remarks as unfortunate […]
Actress Samantha’s father, Joseph Prabhu, has passed away, a deep tragedy for her family. Samantha shared the heartbreaking news on social media, posting, “Dad… until we meet again…” with a broken heart emoji. Fans and celebrities alike are offering their condolences. Samantha had previously spoken about the profound influence her father had on her life.
Indian Coast Guard (ICG) conducted 11th National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2024) off the Kochi coast. The exercise was inaugurated by Defense Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. It showcased the expertise of coast guards in maritime safety and search-and-rescue operations. The two-day event, included discussions, workshops, and a sea exercise.
Sanadi was initially charged with cheating, abetment of suicide, and rape after his 21-year-old lover died by suicide in 2007. While acquitted by the trial court, the Karnataka High Court convicted him of cheating and abetment of suicide, sentencing him to 5 years in prison and a ₹25,000 fine. Judgment highlighted that broken relationships, though […]
National Human Rights Commission has questioned Telangana Police over allegations of harassment of women under the guise of promoting surrogacy. Taking suo motu cognizance of media reports, the NHRC issued a notice seeking information from police authorities about any complaints related to such harassment. This follows a woman’s suicide in Hyderabad on Nov 27, alleging […]