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Delhi Court Extends Kejriwal’s Custody Over Excise Policy Case
Delhi’s Rouse Avenue Court has extended the judicial custody of Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in connection with the ongoing excise policy investigation until August 8. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has charged Kejriwal with conspiracy, alleging his involvement in irregularities related to the excise policy that has been...
Heavy Monsoon Disrupts Maharashtra: Fatalities and Widespread Flooding
Monsoon rains have caused significant disruptions across Maharashtra, leading to multiple fatalities and extensive property damage. In Pune district, three individuals lost their lives due to electrocution, and a fourth died as a result of a landslide. The state capital, Mumbai, has also been severely affected, grappling with overflowing...
Kangana Ranaut’s Election Victory Under Legal Scrutiny
Kangana Ranaut’s recent election victory in Mandi has become the subject of a legal challenge, with the Himachal Pradesh High Court issuing a notice regarding the matter. The challenge raises significant questions about the electoral process and the validity of the results. The petitioner, a rival candidate, has alleged...
Supreme Court Allows States to Tax Mineral-Bearing Lands
The Supreme Court has permitted states to levy taxes on mineral-bearing lands, overturning previous rulings that restricted this authority. This landmark decision, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, was passed with an 8-1 majority, with Justice BV Nagarathna dissenting. The ruling clarifies the scope of state taxation powers under...
Pramod Tiwari Defends Kharge’s ‘Mataji’ Remark
Congress leader Pramod Tiwari has staunchly defended Mallikarjun Kharge following a contentious remark made during a Rajya Sabha discussion on the Union Budget. Kharge’s comment referring to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as “mataji” sparked significant backlash and criticism from various quarters. Tiwari’s defense underscores a growing divide in...
Punjab Chief Minister to Skip Niti Aayog Meeting
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will not attend the Niti Aayog meeting scheduled for July 27, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)-led Punjab government has declared its decision to refrain from participating in this high-profile event, citing its solidarity with the INDIA bloc. The...
MK Stalin Warns PM Modi of Political Isolation
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has issued a stern warning to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, suggesting that Modi could face political isolation if he continues to govern based on personal preferences. Stalin’s remarks came in response to what he perceives as unequal budgetary allocations favoring states like Bihar...
Rahul Gandhi Promises Action on MSP During Meeting with Farm Leaders
Rahul Gandhi has pledged to intensify efforts to compel the government to address issues surrounding Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for farmers. The former Congress President’s commitment comes amidst growing discontent among agricultural communities over inadequate MSPs, which they argue fail to cover their production costs and ensure fair remuneration....
MK Stalin Criticizes Modi’s Budgetary Allocations
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has leveled sharp criticism against Prime Minister Narendra Modi, alleging that Modi’s approach to governance is driven by political favoritism rather than national interest. Stalin’s remarks, made on social media platform X, come amid a contentious debate over budgetary allocations to various states....
Finance Minister Addresses Budget Allocation Criticisms
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman defended the federal budget allocations for states amid criticisms from the opposition. Addressing concerns over perceived inequities in fund distribution, Sitharaman stated that it is impractical to mention every state individually in the budget speech. The remarks followed a presentation of Budget 2024, where several...
Opposition MPs Stage Walkout Over Budget Controversy
A notable disruption occurred in the Rajya Sabha as opposition MPs walked out in protest against the handling of the national budget. The walkout highlights growing tensions surrounding the budgetary allocations and fiscal policies proposed by the government. This act of dissent comes amid heated debates and criticism from...
INDIA Bloc Parties Plan NITI Aayog Boycott
The INDIA Bloc parties, led by the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) and Congress Chief Ministers, have announced their boycott of the upcoming NITI Aayog meeting. This decision comes in response to what these parties describe as a “discriminatory” budget, which they argue marginalizes certain states and fails to address...
BJP Pressures Rahul Gandhi Following SC Verdict on NEET
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its call for Congress leader Rahul Gandhi to issue a public apology following a recent Supreme Court ruling concerning the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). The apex court’s decision, which addressed several grievances related to the exam’s administration and implementation, has...
Budget’s Challenge: Recovering BJP’s Lost Support
India’s Union Budget 2024 is set to address significant economic challenges as the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) aims to regain lost voter support ahead of the general elections. With the party’s standing wavering due to economic concerns, the budget will play a crucial role in shaping its electoral prospects....
Nepal Plane Crash Claims Lives of 19 Passengers
A tragic plane crash in Nepal has resulted in the loss of at least 19 lives. The accident occurred when a small passenger aircraft, operated by Tara Air, went down shortly after takeoff from the tourist town of Pokhara. The flight, bound for Jomsom, was carrying a total of...
Finance Minister Overhauls Tax Regime with Revised Slabs
The Finance Minister has unveiled a major overhaul of the tax system, introducing a new tax regime with updated slabs and an increased standard deduction of ₹75,000. This reform aims to simplify the tax structure and provide greater relief to individual taxpayers across various income brackets. Under the new...
Plan to Upskill 20 Million by 2029
The government is set to launch an ambitious program aimed at skilling 20 million people over the next five years. This initiative, part of the country’s broader economic strategy, is designed to address the skills gap and boost employability among the burgeoning workforce. The program, spearheaded by the Ministry...
Rs1.48 Lakh Crore For Employment, Education, Skilling
The 2024 Union Budget will set the path for those of the future, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said Tuesday as she presented her seventh budget statement in Parliament. She highlighted nine priority areas for the Modi 3.0 government and those to follow. These nine were – productivity and resilience...
