Day: April 26, 2024

PM Modi Lambasts TMC Government Over Teachers’ Job Scam in Malda, West Bengal: Allegations and Repercussions

Manish Kumar

PM Modi launched a blistering attack on Mamata Banerjee’s Trinamool Congress Party (TMC). PM Modi likened the TMC to a party steeped in nefarious activities, asserting that while the party may indulge in scams, it is the people of Bengal who bear the brunt of the consequences. At the heart of PM Modi’s address was the poignant tale of the teacher recruitment scam that has rocked the education sector and affected the livelihoods of over 26,000 families. In a recent development the Calcutta High Court declared the recruitment process of…

Navigating Diplomatic Waters: Blinken’s Beijing Visit and the Complexities of Sino-American Relations

Manish Kumar

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken embarked on a significant diplomatic mission to Beijing. During the extensive five-and-a-half-hour talks with China’s top diplomat Blinken expressed U.S. concerns regarding China’s assistance to Russia’s defense industry. This critical dialogue, which encompassed a spectrum of contentious issues ranging from Taiwan and the South China Sea to trade imbalances. Despite China’s avowal of a “no limits” partnership with Moscow, apprehensions persist within the U.S. administration regarding China’s indirect facilitation of Russia’s military efforts, in the context of the conflict in Ukraine. Despite assertions of…

Anvesh Pradhan: Odisha’s JEE Topper Avoids Mobiles for Academic Excellence

Manish Kumar

Cracking the JEE Main with an impressive 99.997 percentile, Anvesh Subham Pradhan emerges as Odisha’s top performer, showcasing a blend of academic prowess and disciplined lifestyle. A Rising Star in Academia and Beyond Anvesh Subham Pradhan, a student of DAV Chandrasekharpur in Bhubaneswar, has not only clinched the title of Odisha’s JEE Main topper but has also left an indelible mark in various academic and extracurricular domains. His exceptional achievements include being honored with the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar-2021 and amassing over 600 certificates across Olympiads, competitions, and events,…

WhatsApp Threatens Exit Over Encryption Demand: Delhi High Court Case Unveils Platform’s Ultimatum

Manish Kumar

In a landmark legal battle challenging India’s amended IT rule, WhatsApp has issued a stern warning to the Delhi High Court. It said ‘if compelled to breach message encryption, the platform will cease operations in the country’. At the heart of the dispute lies Rule 4(2) of the Information Rules, 2021, which mandates social media intermediaries to enable the identification of message originators upon judicial order. Representing WhatsApp, Advocate Tejas Karia underscored the platform’s commitment to privacy, emphasizing its end-to-end encryption feature as a cornerstone of user trust. Recognizing the…

Retailers Discuss Ways to Stay Ahead of the Curve at the RAI Hyderabad Retail Summit 2024

Manish Kumar

Hyderabad, April 26, 2024: Retailers Association of India (RAI) hosted the third edition of the Hyderabad Retail Summit (HRS) on April 24, 2024 at the Hotel ITC Kohenur Hyderabad. HRS is a content-led platform for industry stakeholders across categories to come together to learn, connect and engage in a common dialogue over issues relevant to retail in the region. Speaking about the developments in the retail industry, Kumar Rajagopalan, CEO, Retailers Association of India (RAI), said, “The retail sector in Telangana has undergone a rapid transformation, spurred by a modernisation wave that…

Supreme Court Dismisses Pleas for 100% EVM-VVPAT Verification: Key Decisions and Controversies Unveiled

Manish Kumar

The SC has rejected all petitions advocating for the comprehensive verification of EVMs through Voter Verifiable Paper Audit Trail (VVPAT) slips. The Court mandates the sealing and secure storage of Symbol Loading Units (SLUs) for a duration of at least 45 days subsequent to the completion of the symbol loading process. The Court empowers candidates with the option to requisition the examination of EVM microcontroller programs by a designated team of engineers within the stipulated time frame.  During the course of proceedings, the bench posed pertinent technical questions pertaining to…