Enforcement Directorate conducted raids at 23 locations in Jharkhand, targeting the relatives of a minister and an IAS officer over allegations of financial irregularities in the implementation of the Jal Jeevan Mission. Political tensions rise as JMM and BJP exchange allegations of vendetta and pressure tactics.
Read MoreCongress has accused the Punjab government, led by Bhagwant Mann, of colluding with the BJP to create a paddy storage crisis, potentially damaging the state’s economy. Leader Partap Singh Bajwa claimed this could cause substantial losses and alleged a conspiracy to force farmers into distress sales, benefiting industrialists like Adani. Immediate intervention from the...
Read MoreIn Chhattisgarh’s Surajpur town, a head constable’s wife and daughter were murdered, allegedly by a notorious criminal who previously attacked police. The suspect, Kuldeep Sahu, is still at large, prompting anger and protests from locals, who torched his house and clashed with authorities.
Read MoreThe Indian Army has secured contracts worth Rs 65 crore with three civil aviation firms for the first time to deliver logistical support to 44 forward posts in J&K and Ladakh during winter when these areas become inaccessible due to snowfall. This move aims to help sustain critical posts using civil helicopters, conserving military...
Read MoreThe Supreme Court declined to entertain a plea urging the creation of laws punishing non-consensual unnatural sex, stating it falls within Parliament’s legislative duties. Despite previous judgments creating offences, the bench emphasized its inability to compel legislative action. A contrasting Delhi High Court ruling had sought similar provisions in the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, urging...
Read MoreIn a phased approach starting late October, African cheetahs brought to India will be released into the wild at Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh. Mixed pairs of male and female cheetahs will be released to prevent conflicts. The Gandhisagar Wildlife Sanctuary is also prepared to welcome a new batch of cheetahs as the second...
Read MoreMumbai police crime branch seeks exemption under CrPC 268 to attain custody of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi, who has been detained in Sabarmati Jail on various charges including murder and extortion. Despite hurdles, the Centre has extended the remand order for another year.
Read MoreIndian diplomats in Canada are accused by the RCMP of collecting intelligence for targeting the South Asian community, linked to the Hardeep Singh Nijjar murder. Allegations include use of coercion and threats by Indian agents and ties with organized crime. India denies receiving evidence from Canada to substantiate these claims.
Read MoreThe Indian government has approved a 50% increase in the ceiling prices of several essential drugs used to treat various conditions, due to increased costs and unviability issues. The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority invoked extraordinary powers to ensure the continued availability of these crucial medicines.
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