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The ED on Wednesday conducted raids at 14 locations in West Bengal related to a multi-crore ration distribution case. Most operations focused on Kolkata and Howrah, with teams supported by Central Armed Police Forces. The raids began at businessman Mahendra Agarwal’s homes, followed by searches at public distribution system dealer Loknath Saha’s home along with […]
The Supreme Court criticized the Union govt for rendering environmental laws ineffective, highlighting that the CAQM Act’s penalties for stubble burning remain unenforced. Justice Abhay Oka said that the Environmental Protection Act has become toothless. The court also condemned the Punjab and Haryana govts for failing to prosecute offenders, pointing out that many violators face […]
BJP national general secretary Dushyant Gautam criticized Priyanka Gandhi as she prepares to file her nomination for Wayanad Lok Sabha seat on Wednesday. He accused Rahul Gandhi of abandoning the area without contributing to its development, stating, “It’s unfortunate for Wayanad that their ex-MP left. This family only misleads voters, and the people will not […]
The Supreme Court has annulled the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal’s ruling that halted insolvency proceedings against Byju’s. It also reversed NCLAT’s approval of a ₹158.9 crore settlement with the BCCI, instructing the cricket board to deposit the amount with creditors. The decision followed an appeal from Glas Trust Company, highlighting concerns over NCLAT’s ...
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar expressed gratitude to villagers and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) after being rescued from Ralam village in Uttarakhand. Stranded at over 12,000 feet due to bad weather, he was aided by three villagers who trekked 38 km to deliver essential supplies. Kumar praised their efforts and thanked the ITBP rescue […]
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has scheduled a legislative assembly session in Srinagar on November 4 to elect the Speaker for the Jammu & Kashmir Legislative Assembly. According to Raj Bhawan officials, the polls will take place at 10:30 AM, as per Rule 9(1) of the Assembly’s Procedure and Conduct of Business. Mubarak […]
Congress National General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi has filed her nomination for the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypolls. A mega rally was held at Kalpetta in Wayanad prior to the nomination event. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, AICC chief Mallikarjuna Kharge, along with CM Revanth, Deputy CM Bhatti, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, and key Congress leaders from various states […]
The cross-examination regarding the Kaleswaram project will resume on Wednesday, October 23, and continue until October 29. The Kaleswaram Commission has ordered the summoning of engineers and bureaucrats for inquiry. An open probe will also be held against officials from the NDSA, Vigilance, and CAG. Also, IAS officers who were involved with the Irrigation Dept […]
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said that over USD 450 billion has been disbursed through Direct Benefit Transfers in past 8 years. Speaking at Wharton Business School in Philadelphia, she noted that more than 51 central govt ministries manage the DBT initiative. Additionally, around USD 40 million has been saved from fraud and pilferages, showcasing India’s […]
Police reports indicate that shooters linked to NCP leader Baba Siddique communicated with Anmol Bishnoi, Lawrence Bishnoi’s brother, prior to the murder. They used multiple Snapchat accounts to coordinate, although the motive remains unclear. A gang member suggested that the attack was due to Siddique’s ties with actor Salman Khan and alleged underworld connections.
Donald Trump has reentered the Bloomberg Billionaires Index for the first time since August 6, with a net worth of $6.5 billion, ranking him 481st among the world’s richest. His fortune surged as the stock of Trump Media & Technology Group, owner of Truth Social, nearly tripled in value since late September. Betting odds for […]
The Bombay High Court on Wednesday granted bail to gangster Chhota Rajan, suspending his life sentence for the 2001 murder of hotelier Jaya Shetty. Previously, on May 30, 2024, a special Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) court in Mumbai had sentenced Rajan to life imprisonment.
Air India and Singapore Airlines announced an expansion of their codeshare deal, incorporating 11 Indian cities and 40 international destinations. Effective Oct 27, they will codeshare flights between Singapore and Bengaluru and Chennai, increasing their total weekly codeshare services from 14 to 56. SIA will also codeshare on Air India’s domestic flights to several cities […]
Kamala Harris stated that America is “absolutely” ready to elect its first woman president but emphasized her campaign aims to move past the “exhaustion” of Donald Trump. As the election nears, both candidates are actively campaigning in swing states. Trump countered Harris’s message, framing the election as a choice between his vision for success and […]
A 28-year-old man, Sanjay Yadav from Ghaziabad, was burnt to death after a Fortuner car caught fire near Kot Pul Nagla in Greater Noida. Eyewitnesses and police were unable to rescue him. Suspecting foul play, authorities are investigating a potential personal enmity linked to a jewelry dispute. Two suspects, reportedly friends of the victim, have […]