Congress spokesperson Jairam Ramesh criticized PM Modi’s “Har Ghar Tiranga” campaign, highlighting past RSS reluctance to accept the tricolor. He cited examples from RSS’s history, including criticism from MS Golwalkar and instances where the organization pushed for saffron-only flags. Ramesh claimed the RSS didn’t consistently use the tricolor until 2001, urging readers to question...
Read MoreWhile most of the team members returned home, the others stayed back in Paris to attend the closing ceremony of the Games. Goalkeeper PR Sreejesh, who retired from the sport after India’s win, was chosen as the joint flagbearer for the ceremony alongside shooter Manu Bhaker, a double medallist at the Paris Games.
Read MoreThe UK government considered tightening visa rules for foreign IT, telecom, and engineering professionals to address high migration levels. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper requested a review by the Migration Advisory Committee, focusing on sectors heavily reliant on international recruitment due to domestic skill shortages. The report is expected in nine months.
Read MoreThe NHAI warned of potentially terminating eight highway projects in Punjab, worth Rs 14,288 crore, due to deteriorating law and order. The situation has reportedly worsened, with incidents of violence against construction staff. Nitin Gadkari highlighted these concerns in a letter to Punjab CM, as land acquisition issues also remain unresolved.
Read MoreThe ad-hoc division of the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) will take some more time to deliberate on Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s appeal against her disqualification from the women’s 50kg freestyle final of the Olympic Games and will announce its decision only on August 13.
Read MoreHindenburg Research, a US-based firm, hinted at a new report on India, following its 2023 claims against the Adani Group. The prior allegations of financial misconduct caused a significant drop in Adani’s stock prices. Notably, the Supreme Court cleared Adani of these charges, as per the Securities and Exchange Board of India’s report.
Read MoreBangladesh Nationalist Party workers Nizamuddin Minto and Zakir Hossain were arrested and later released when the Awami League government collapsed in Dhaka. They endured severe torture and threats while detained, as authorities sought information about the protesters. Following the government’s downfall, prison cells erupted in cheers, and both men were freed.
Read MoreIndian javelin star Neeraj Chopra emphasized the importance of separating sports from geopolitical tensions after his mother, Saroj Devi, praised Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem for winning gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Neeraj echoed her sentiments, highlighting the deep connection athletes share, regardless of nationality, and stressed that while sports foster unity, border issues are...
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