India

Money Laundering Case: Supreme Court Extends Interim Bail of AAP Leader Satyendar Jain Till Sep 12

02 Sep 2023 08:47 AM IST

The Supreme Court on Friday extended the interim bail granted to AAP Leader and former Delhi Cabinet Minister Satyendar Jain till September 12 in a money laundering case being investigated by the Enforcement Directorate (ED). In related developments, Supreme Court Judge Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra recused himself from hearing the

Delhi Police strengthen G20 Summit security with support from CAPFs, NSG

02 Sep 2023 08:33 AM IST

The Delhi Police is fully geared up for the G20 Summit and has put in place a comprehensive security arrangement focussing on various dimensions ranging from airport security to deployment at venues and anti-terror measures. At a press conference here, Special Commissioner of Police (Protective Security Division) Madhup Kumar Tiwari

CRPF drivers trained to pilot left-hand-drive, bullet-resistant VIP cars

02 Sep 2023 08:32 AM IST

Around 450 drivers of the CRPF’s VIP security wing have been trained to pilot the special left-hand-driven and bullet-protected vehicles that will be used to ferry foreign dignitaries who will be participating in the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Delhi next week, official sources said. A fleet of both bullet-resistant and

AAP to file complaint against Delhi LG over installation of ‘Shivaling-shaped fountains

02 Sep 2023 08:31 AM IST

The Aam Aadmi Party is to file a police complaint against Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena, alleging that the latter has disrespected the sentiments of the Hindus by installing 18 ‘Shivaling’ (a representation of Lord Shiva), shaped fountains in the national capital with the purpose of beautifying and decorating

India to host Parliament-20 meeting next month, says official

02 Sep 2023 08:30 AM IST

India will host the speakers of the Parliament of G20 countries next month in the new Parliament building in a bid to build political support for international commitments. The Parliament-20 meeting will be held from October 12 to 14, and presiding officers of the G20 countries and invitee nations will

SC judge P K Mishra recuses from Satyendar Jain’s interim bail hearing

02 Sep 2023 08:25 AM IST

Supreme Court judge P K Mishra recused himself from hearing the bail plea of former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain in a money laundering case on Friday. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Jain on May 30 of last year on the charge of laundering money through four companies allegedly linked to

Court convicts two men of attempt to murder and rioting

02 Sep 2023 08:24 AM IST

A court here has convicted two men on charges of ‘attempt to murder’ and rioting during the Delhi 2020 riots that broke out in the northeast part of the city. The court was hearing a case against Imran, alias Model, and Imran, who were accused of being part of a

Teen’s suicide triggers UP police probe into teachers

02 Sep 2023 08:20 AM IST

In a shocking case, a teenager in Uttar Pradesh took her own life on August 4th after facing ongoing harassment from two teachers over her family’s economic status and caste. Ayesha’s suicide note cited repeated taunts by the educators as the reason behind her tragic decision. The police registered a

Karnataka’s Rs.10 crore SUV plan for ministers sparks controversy

02 Sep 2023 08:17 AM IST

The Congress-led government in Karnataka is facing backlash over its decision to purchase 33 Toyota Innova Hycross hybrid SUVs for its ministers, allocating Rs. 9.9 crore for the endeavour. The government has bypassed regular tender processes by invoking a 4(G) exemption under the Karnataka Transparency in Public Procurement (KTPP) Act.

India’s low-cost space, nuclear models gain global praise: Murmu

02 Sep 2023 08:16 AM IST

President Droupadi Murmu announced today that India’s approach to “high science at low cost” in the fields of space and nuclear science is earning international acclaim. Speaking at the 10th convocation of Guru Ghasidas Central University in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, President Murmu celebrated the country’s scientific community for overcoming obstacles and

Committee examines synchronised elections in India

02 Sep 2023 08:15 AM IST

Analysing the renewed discussions around the “One Nation, One Election” concept, the central government of India has formed a committee led by former President Ram Nath Kovind to study its feasibility. This policy would synchronise elections for the Lok Sabha and state legislative assemblies across the nation, aiming to overhaul

Shah, Gandhi to spar in Raipur before assembly elections

02 Sep 2023 08:12 AM IST

In a groundbreaking political manoeuvre, Amit Shah, India’s Central Home Minister, and Rahul Gandhi, former National President of the Congress party, are holding separate rallies in Raipur today, just 30 kilometres apart. This strategic alignment marks their first direct confrontation ahead of the looming assembly elections in Chhattisgarh. Shah is