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India faces growing US pressure over Russian oil imports, but Russia’s envoy calls it “unjustified”. Despite Western sanctions, India defends its energy choices as market-driven. Russia’s oil share surged from 1.7% to 35.1%. Diplomatic tensions rise as Washington imposes steep tariffs, yet India maintains trust in its strategic ties with Moscow.
Opposition MPs slammed the BJP’s proposed bill allowing arrest of senior officials, including the PM, for 30 days without trial on serious charges, calling it “draconian” and “unconstitutional.” Citing Arvind Kejriwal’s 2024 arrest, they warned it could legalize political targeting, destabilize opposition governments, and favor ruling parties, risking a ̶...
The NIA conducted raids at 9 Tamil Nadu locations, including Dindigul, Tenkasi, and Kodaikanal, in the 2019 murder of PMK functionary Ramalingam. One arrest was made, Imthathullah, for allegedly sheltering absconding offenders linked to the case. The probe, taken over by NIA in 2019, involves PFI members. Several arrests and ongoing searches continue.
A two-day Group of Ministers meeting on GST overhaul begins in New Delhi, with FM Nirmala Sitharaman addressing the panel at 2 PM. The Centre proposes a simplified two-slab system of 5% and 18%, a 40% rate for select demerit goods, and reduced GST on health and life insurance. GoM recommendations will go to the GST […]
The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2025, will be introduced in Lok Sabha today by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to enhance ease of business and living. It proposes decriminalising 300 minor offences and rationalising penalties. Aimed at “Viksit Bharat 2047,” the Bill may be referred to a Select Committee for detailed scrutiny.
The Indian Air Force plans to induct 114 multirole fighter jets in four to five years via a fast-tracked global tender. With Jaguar, Mirage-2000, and MiG-29 squadrons retiring by 2037, contenders include Rafale, Gripen, F-16, and newcomer F-15 Strike Eagle. The move aims to maintain squadron strength and prepare for a two-front war.
US Vice President JD Vance will visit India later this month with Second Lady Usha Vance, marking his second foreign trip since taking office and her first visit to her ancestral country in this role. The visit comes amid rising India-US tensions over tariff cuts, Politico reported.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres strongly condemned the hijacking of a train in Pakistan’s Balochistan province and expressed deep concern over the hostages, urging their immediate release. Calling attacks on civilians unacceptable, his spokesman, Stephane Dujarric, issued a statement after gunmen opened fire on a passenger train.
Pakistani forces rescued 104 hostages after rebels hijacked the “Jaffar Express” in Balochistan, killing 16 militants in a fierce gunfight. The Balochistan Liberation Army claimed responsibility, demanding the release of Baloch prisoners. The rebels threatened to destroy the train and execute hostages if demands weren’t met within 48 hours.
Karnataka High Court granted relief to the husband of actor Ranya Rao, Jatin Hukkeri, amid concerns about his potential arrest. Hukkeri moved the High Court, fearing that he might be arrested in connection with the ongoing gold smuggling case without adherence to Supreme Court directives. High Court ordered that no arrest should be made without […]
Fear of elephant attacks has overshadowed board exams at Gudaarvila Government High School in Munnar, Kerala. With a herd roaming nearby, the Forest Department’s Rapid Response Team (RRT) ensures safety by escorting teachers, and monitoring the area. Armed with necessary equipment, the RRT scares away elephants, allowing students to focus on their exams.
President Donald Trump criticized Canada as a “tariff abuser” after Ontario imposed a 25% electricity surcharge on three US states. He claimed the US no longer needs Canadian energy, lumber, or cars, vowing to end subsidies. Trump also declared the surcharge illegal and warned Canada of consequences.
Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai introduced the Immigration and Foreigners Bill, 2025, proposing a revamp of India’s immigration laws. The bill aims to enhance national security, regulate immigration, and enforce stricter penalties, replacing colonial-era laws like the Foreigners Act, 1946, and the Passport Act, 1920.
Delhi’s proposed EV Policy 2.0 targets 95% EV adoption by 2027, phasing out CNG autos, taxis, and commercial vehicles. It includes purchase incentives, charging infrastructure expansion, and a State EV Fund. The policy emphasizes fleet electrification, job creation, and stricter regulations, replacing the 2020 EV policy, which expired in August 2024.
The UN Security Council will hold a closed-door meeting on Wednesday on Iran’s growing stock of near-weapons-grade uranium, requested by six members, including the US and Britain. They seek Iran’s cooperation with the IAEA on undeclared nuclear material. Iran’s UN mission has not yet commented on the meeting.