In a significant development, the Supreme Court is set to deliver its verdict on Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s bail plea later today. Kejriwal, who was arrested by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on June 26 in connection with the controversial Delhi liquor policy scam, remains in judicial custody despite securing interim bail from Read More…
Sitaram Yechury, the esteemed leader of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)), has died at the age of 72 after a prolonged battle with a respiratory illness. Yechury, a pivotal figure in Indian politics, was renowned for his enduring influence and leadership in the leftist political sphere. His passing is a profound loss to Read More…
In a historic day for Indian markets, the Sensex skyrocketed by 1,439 points, crossing the 83,000 mark for the first time ever. Meanwhile, the Nifty 50 index also soared, gaining 470 points to reach an all-time high of 25,388. This rally was driven by a robust performance in blue-chip stocks, with sectors like banking, IT, Read More…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud’s home on September 11 for a Ganpati Puja has stirred political controversy. Opposition leaders, particularly from the Uddhav Thackeray faction of the Shiv Sena, voiced concerns about the potential conflict of interest, with some suggesting that the visit could cast doubts on Read More…
In a significant move aimed at easing healthcare costs for the elderly, the Indian government has expanded its flagship Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). All senior citizens aged 70 and above are now eligible for ₹5 lakh in annual health insurance coverage, regardless of their income or social status. This extension, Read More…
By our legal Correspondent New Delhi : The Supreme Court here yesterday stayed criminal proceedings against Congress leader Shashi Tharoor MP for the “ scorpion sitting on the Shivaling” remark about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “Eventually, it scorpion sitting on a Shivaling is a metaphor.. The metaphor may refer to the invincibility of the person Read More…
A BJP-backed Sikh group gathered outside Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s Delhi residence on Wednesday to protest against his recent comments about the Sikh community made during his US visit. The remarks have sparked significant backlash, with protesters demanding a public apology, accusing Gandhi of disrespecting the community. This incident has heightened political tensions between the Read More…
The Bajaj Housing Finance IPO is creating a wave of excitement among investors, with speculation rising that it could be a multibagger. Key factors driving this optimism include strong investor interest, the solid backing of its parent company, Bajaj Finance, and reasonable valuations. The Grey Market Premium (GMP) shows healthy demand for the stock, hinting Read More…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah strongly responded to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s recent remarks on reservations made during his interaction with students at Georgetown University in the US. Rahul Gandhi had criticized the BJP, suggesting that the party might weaken the reservation system for marginalized communities. Shah, in his rebuttal, firmly assured that as long Read More…
By Our Special Correspondent New Delhi: Forty per cent of children in India are under food poverty, according to data revealed by the UNICEF Child Nutrition Report, 2024 . It is much higher than the global average of 27 per cent and thus India is the second highest nation in child food poverty in South Read More…