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Bengaluru court directs FIR against Sitharaman over bond allegations
A court in Bengaluru has ordered the filing of a First Information Report (FIR) against Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, following allegations of extorting money through electoral bonds. The decision came after a petition was filed accusing the minister of misusing her position to extort funds from various entities. The...
PAC To Summon SEBI as Finance Ministry Prepares Detailed Report
The Public Accounts Committee headed by Congress leader K C Venugopal is expected to summon the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for further inquiry amid growing concerns over transparency and regulatory practices in the country’s financial markets. The anticipated summons comes as the Finance Ministry prepares to...
Global Leaders Rally for India’s UN Security Council Bid
Support for India’s bid for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is gaining momentum, with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer recently endorsing the initiative during the UN General Assembly’s seventy-ninth session in New York. His backing follows similar endorsements from US President Joe Biden and...
Israel Signals Lebanon Ground Offensive Amid Biden’s Warning
Tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate as Israel has signaled the possibility of launching a ground offensive into Lebanon, a move that has drawn international attention and concern. The growing friction comes amid warnings from U.S. President Joe Biden, who has voiced fears of an “all-out war”...
Escalating Tensions Raise Concerns of Full-Scale Conflict in Middle East
Heightened military operations and escalating rhetoric in the Middle East have prompted U.S. President Joe Biden to issue a stark warning regarding the potential for an all-out war in the region. As clashes intensify, particularly involving Israel and militant groups, the ramifications could extend beyond national borders, igniting a...
Omar Abdullah Unhappy with Congress Campaign Approach
Omar Abdullah, the vice-president of Jammu and Kashmir National Conference (NC), expressed dissatisfaction with the Congress party’s campaign approach ahead of the upcoming Jammu and Kashmir elections. He voiced concerns over the focus of Rahul Gandhi and his Congress colleagues, suggesting that greater attention should be placed on Jammu,...
SEBI Board Meeting on Allegations Against Chairperson Buch
A significant board meeting is set for September 30, where the capital market regulator will discuss allegations facing Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch. This meeting marks the first opportunity for the board to deliberate on the accusations that surfaced after the Hindenburg report on August 10, followed by statements from...
New York Police Thwart Khalistani Scheme Against Modi Event
A plot aimed at disrupting Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming rally in the United States has been successfully intercepted by New York police. Authorities apprehended an individual connected to the Khalistani movement, a separatist group advocating for an independent Sikh state in India. This development has raised alarms about...
Biden Applauds Modi’s Ukraine Visit, Stresses UN Security Council Role
US President Joe Biden praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his significant visit to Ukraine and his peace message amidst the ongoing war with Russia. The statement from the US administration also highlighted its support for India’s permanent membership in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). These developments reflect...
Tensions Rise in Dharavi as Locals Halt Mosque Demolition
A heated confrontation erupted in Dharavi, Mumbai, when the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) attempted to demolish parts of the Mehboob-e-Subani Mosque, leading to a tense standoff between residents and civic authorities. The situation turned volatile as a large crowd gathered to prevent the demolition team from proceeding, forcing the...
Supreme Court Postpones Hearing on PMLA Verdict Appeals
The Supreme Court of India has postponed hearings on petitions seeking a review of the 2022 verdict concerning the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The bench, led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud, announced that the hearings will now take place on October 16 and 17, citing the need...
BJP Accuses Opposition Leader of Attacks on PM Modi
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has sharply criticized opposition leader Mallikarjun Kharge following his remarks targeting Rahul Gandhi, alleging that Kharge’s statements amounted to direct attacks on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The BJP’s response highlights a deepening political rift amid ongoing debates over governance and party leadership. Kharge, leader...
Cabinet Approves ‘One Nation, One Election’; Cong Doubts Feasibility
The Modi Cabinet has approved the proposal for a unified national election process, dubbed “One Nation, One Election.” This landmark decision aims to synchronize the general elections with state assembly elections, a move the government claims will streamline electoral procedures and reduce costs. However, the Congress Party has voiced...
Israel on high alert after Hezbollah vows retaliation after pager blasts
Israel has bolstered its military presence along its northern border as tensions escalate with Hezbollah following deadly pager explosions that rocked Lebanon. The unprecedented attack, involving over 300 explosive devices hidden in pagers, left 11 people dead and more than 3,000 injured, sparking widespread outrage and threats of retaliation...
Atishi Marlena Singh Succeeds Kejriwal as Delhi Chief Minister
Atishi Marlena Singh is poised to assume the role of Chief Minister of Delhi, following a decision by the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) to name her as Arvind Kejriwal’s successor. This development marks a significant shift in Delhi’s political landscape, as Singh prepares to step into a position held...
Gunshots at Trump’s Golf Course Prompt Security Response
Donald Trump’s safety was confirmed after gunshots were reported near his West Palm Beach golf course, where the former president was golfing, according to a statement from his campaign team. The Republican presidential candidate’s spokesperson, Steven Cheung, said, “President Trump is safe following gunshots in his vicinity. No further...
Kejriwal Says To Resignation Within Two Days
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is expected to resign within 48 hours, a decision driven by a Supreme Court ruling that restricts his access to the Chief Minister’s chair and prevents him from signing official files. The BJP, which has intensified its attacks on the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP)...
Congress intensifies allegations over SEBI chief’s securities trading
Congress has sharpened its accusations against Madhabi Puri Buch, the current chairperson of SEBI, alleging that she traded in listed securities during her tenure at the regulatory body. According to Congress spokesperson Pavan Khera, Buch traded securities worth over ₹36.96 crore between 2017 and 2023, which raised concerns over...
