A candidate who challenged the acceptance of NCP candidate Yashwant Mane’s nomination has withdrawn his plea from Bombay High Court. Mane is the NCP candidate from Mohol seat in Maharashtra’s Solapur. The court granted the withdrawal after a bench of Justices Arif Doctor and Somsekhar Sundaresan indicated they were not in favor of the petitioner. […]
The Income-Tax Department conducted raids on Truecaller’s India offices in Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Gurugram, investigating potential tax evasion linked to transfer pricing issues. The Swedish-based company confirmed its cooperation with officials, emphasizing its commitment to transparency and proper tax practices. Truecaller stated that it has always paid taxes due in India.
Two officials of a Hyderabad consultancy firm were arrested for allegedly duping job seekers with fake job offers in Malta. Ghanta Sunilkumar and Ghamana Navyashree promised employment for a fee of Rs 5 lakh per individual but provided fake appointment letters. Over 100 youths across multiple states were deceived, with one victim losing Rs 8 […]
India has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening dialogue with the U.S. on H-1B visa policies and migration issues. Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasized the importance of maintaining robust discussions, saying, “We would like to have a good dialogue,” and noted that India-U.S. relations have become stronger.
Days after the attack on a Hindu temple in Canada’s Brampton, External Affairs Ministry cancelled the consular camps in Toronto over security issues. These are routinely organized by Indian diplomatic missions in Canada. MEA said, “Our consulate in Toronto had to cancel the consular camp because they did not receive adequate security or security assurance […]
A 16-month-old boy from East Medinipur, West Bengal, suffering from Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), has received a life-saving gene therapy injection valued at ₹18 crore for free at a Kolkata hospital. The child’s condition improved after the treatment, which is crucial for children under two years old. His mother expressed gratitude for the support in […]
Global solar capacity has reached a record 2 terawatts (TW), with more capacity added in the last two years than in the previous 68 combined, according to exclusive data shared with Reuters. This milestone, enough to power approximately 92 million U.S. households, includes rooftop installations often excluded from official government data, offering a fuller picture […]
Faizan Khan, whose phone was used to threaten Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, said that his phone was stolen on November 2. He said, “My phone was lost, I already filed a complaint. Mumbai police came to my house and they were asking about the call. I am an advocate, my phone was lost, and […]
BSNL is set to disrupt the market by launching its 5G services in Delhi, following a surge in customers due to tariff hikes by Jio, Airtel, and Vi. The state-owned operator has invited tenders for 5G network rollout using indigenous technology. The rollout will serve 100,000 subscribers, offering 5G mobile and fixed wireless access, and […]
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah has criticized Maharashtra BJP for spreading false information about Karnataka’s Gruha Lakshmi scheme. In a post on X, he accused the Maharashtra BJP of publishing “outright lies” in media advertisements, claiming that the Karnataka govt failed to deliver on the scheme. He dismissed these claims as “absolute fabrication,” defending the suc...
LoP Rahul Gandhi claimed that several “play-fair businesses” received a call from a “senior Minister” asking them to praise PM Narendra Modi. This comes after his article on how “monopolists” were controlling governing institutions. Rahul Gandhi, in an op-ed, claimed several “play-fair” businesses were persisting in an “oppressive systemR...
India is set to launch a major tri-services military exercise named ‘Poorvi Prahaar’ on November 8. This comes after the disengagement between the Indian and Chinese soldiers in eastern Ladakh. The 10-day-long exercise will bring together the assets of Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. It will showcase a synergy among the three forces and […]
French President Emmanuel Macron warned European leaders that the continent must stop relying on the United States for security. Addressing a gathering on Thursday, Macron emphasized that while the U.S. will prioritize its own interests, Europe must and defend its own geopolitical concerns. He questioned whether Europe is ready to protect its people’s interests in […]
North Korean soldiers, recently deployed in Ukraine on behalf of Russia, were given unrestricted internet access. This rare privilege has led to them indulging in online pornographic content, according to a report by The Financial Times. The newfound freedom has caught the attention of the soldiers, who have taken full advantage of the unfiltered access.
Ranthambore National Park has reported 25 tigers missing over the past year, the highest number in recent history. Experts blame overcrowding and damaged boundary walls that allow human and livestock access, posing a risk to wildlife. With over 75 tigers in the park, which can sustainably support only 40, territorial disputes have intensified. A committee […]