The JPC on Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, meeting saw AAP’s Sanjay Singh object to the Delhi Waqf Board administrator’s report, claiming it wasn’t CM-approved. Heated exchanges led to opposition members walking out briefly. Panel chairman Jagdambika Pal sought the Lok Sabha secretary general’s opinion.
Read MoreJharkhand CM Hemant Soren’s poll proposer, Mandal Murmu, was detained by police, violating Election Commission guidelines, says state CEO K Ravi Kumar. Murmu was heading to Ranchi to discuss Bangladeshi infiltration but was detained after a vehicle search. The search procedure was not properly documented, prompting an inquiry. JMM suspects BJP foul play.
Read MoreThe Enforcement Directorate has seized assets totaling Rs 500 crore across multiple states in connection with a Rs 4,000 crore bank fraud involving Corporate Power Ltd and its promoters. The investigation was launched following a CBI FIR and Union Bank of India’s allegations of financial misconduct.
Read MoreHarjinder Singh Dhami was elected president of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) for the fourth consecutive time, defeating Jagir Kaur of the dissident faction. Dhami received 107 out of 142 votes. Key positions were filled, including vice-presidents and general secretary roles among others.
Read MoreAjit Pawar and Yugendra Pawar filed their nominations in Baramati, reflecting contrasting campaign strategies. Ajit led a rally, supported by his sons and scheme beneficiaries, while Yugendra followed Sharad Pawar’s traditional approach. Both avoided direct encounters during the filing process.
Read MorePM Narendra Modi and Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez inaugurated TATA’s first private military aircraft factory in Vadodara for C-295 aircraft production, aiming to boost ‘Make in India, Make for the World’. The project is expected to generate jobs and elevate India’s defence manufacturing and aviation sectors.
Read MoreThe Delhi high court granted bail to two Bhushan Steel Limited officials in a Rs 46,000-crore money laundering case, citing delays in trial. The court emphasized that Section 45 of the PMLA should not be used to indefinitely detain accused and highlighted the importance of the right to liberty and speedy trial under Article...
Read MoreAuthorities are investigating early morning fires that destroyed ballots in drop boxes in Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington. In Portland, only three ballots were damaged due to a fire suppressant. However, hundreds of ballots were lost in Vancouver, and increased security measures are being implemented.
Read MoreThe Karnataka state government admitted to mistakenly listing 1,200 acres of farmers’ land as Waqf Board property in Vijayapura, leading to protests. Government officials clarified that only 11 acres belong to the Waqf Board, attributing the error to a gazette notification mistake. BJP criticized the incident as a political move.
Read MoreWith Maharashtra’s assembly election nomination deadline approaching, both major political alliances, Mahayuti and MVA, struggle to finalize candidates for all seats, reflecting intense seat-sharing negotiations and dealing with rebel candidates. Both alliances are unsually delayed in confirming nominees, signifying complex coalition dynamics.
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