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The Supreme Court has ruled 8:1 that states have the authority to regulate industrial alcohol, overturning a 1997 decision that granted this power to the central government. Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud stated that the term “intoxicating liquor” includes industrial alcohol under state jurisdiction. The ruling clarifies that states can legislate on this matter, rejecting previous [...
Jagdambika Pal, chair of the Joint Parliamentary Panel on the Waqf Bill, dismissed opposition claims of norm violations following a violent incident. Pal stated he only reported on the event and maintained adherence to rules. Opposition MPs expressed concerns about the panel’s conduct, fearing it undermines fair outcomes for the controversial Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2024.
An 11-member Enforcement Directorate (ED) team raided former AIADMK minister Vaithilingam’s home in Thanjavur, Tamil Nadu, as part of a money laundering investigation. The raid follows a complaint by Jayaram Venkatesan, alleging Vaithilingam misused his powers as housing minister to receive kickbacks for project approvals. Additionally, he faces claims of accumulating assets beyond his kn...
Former Telangana IT Minister KTR sent legal notices to Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar on Wednesday. The notices stated that Bandi, BJP MP from Karimnagar, had made key comments aimed at damaging KTR’s reputation. KTR warned that if an unconditional apology is not provided within a week, he would pursue […]
Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav conducted a review meeting with irrigation officials and inspected the pending projects in the Anantapur district on Tuesday. The TDP leader directed the officials to submit a full status report on the pending projects so that he could discuss the issue with the CM Chandrababu. He urged authorities to […]
A family property dispute has emerged between former AP CM Jagan Mohan Reddy and his sister Sharmila. In this context, Jagan has filed a petition against his mother, Y.S. Vijayamma, and Sharmila in the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) regarding a dispute over shares in the Saraswati Company. He has requested a swift judgment, with […]
In a significant setback for former AP CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, senior YSRCP leader Vasireddy Padma is poised to leave the party. Padma, a former Chairperson of the AP Women’s Commission, is expected to resign this afternoon. Sources indicate that she was offended after being passed over for the in-charge post of the Jaggayapet […]
Former IT Minister KTR is set to appear in Nampally court on Wednesday to testify in the defamation case against TG Endowment Minister Konda Surekha. Minister Surekha filed the defamation suit against KTR in response to his inappropriate comments. KTR was originally scheduled to attend the court on October 18 for the recording of evidence, […]
Microsoft founder Bill Gates has announced a significant donation to Democratic Party candidate Kamala Harris. Reports indicate that ₹420 crore was transferred to the NGO ‘Future Forward,’ which supports her campaign. Additionally, Gates has reportedly expressed deep concerns to close friends about the potential implications if Donald Trump were to be elected as the next […]
Navya Haridas, the BJP candidate for the Wayanad Lok Sabha bypoll, stated that the Congress is attempting to bring the Nehru family back to Wayanad. She remarked, “The people of Wayanad want change. Rahul Gandhi, who promised to stay here for five years, has let them down.” Rahul’s resignation from Wayanad seat triggered the need […]
The govt of Andhra Pradesh is set to simplify civic services for residents through WhatsApp. To facilitate this, Facebook has signed a key agreement with Meta, its parent company. The agreement was signed in Delhi in the presence of IT Minister Lokesh, and representatives from Meta. With this, residents will be able to pay electricity, […]
Senior CPI(M) leader BV Raghavulu stated that assembly elections are approaching in Maharashtra and Jharkhand. He questioned, “If the ‘One Nation, One Election’ policy is implemented before the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, should the governments of Maharashtra and Jharkhand be dissolved?” He emphasized that the people have the right to abolish governments elected by them.
The BRICS Summit, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa, began in 2009 to enhance collaboration among emerging economies. Its significance lies in fostering economic growth, political dialogue, and cultural exchange among member nations. The summit addresses global challenges such as trade imbalances, climate change, and development.
During a bilateral meeting at the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russian President Vladimir Putin referred to Chinese President Xi Jinping as his “dear friend.” Both leaders emphasized the growing cooperation between Russia and China as a stabilizing force globally. Xi highlighted their relationship as a model for major neighboring countries.
Ahead of the Maharashtra Assembly elections on November 20, the Mahavikas Aghadi (MVA) alliance is finalizing its seat-sharing arrangements. Sources indicate Congress will contest 110-115 seats, while Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena is expected to secure 90-95 seats. The NCP, led by Sharad Pawar, is likely to get 75-80 seats. The counting of votes will take […]