Month: April 2024

Lok Sabha Elections Phase 2 Voting: Know Key Candidates

Manish Kumar

The fate of several bigwigs from top political parties will be sealed in Phase 2 of Lok Sabha elections 2024 taking place on Friday, April 26 in 88 constituencies across 13 states and Union Territories. Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi, Shashi Tharoor, BJP’s Hema Malini, Tejasvi Surya, Arun Govil are among the key faces whose constituencies are going to polls on Friday, April 26, in the Phase 2 of Lok Sabha Elections. Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Important Dates The schedule for the Lok Sabha elections 2024 was announced by the Election…

Sunita Kejriwal to Lead AAP’s LS Campaign for East Delhi Candidate on April 27

Manish Kumar

Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s wife Sunita Kejriwal will spearhead AAP’s Lok Sabha campaign in the national capital and other states, which begins with her maiden roadshow on Saturday in support of party’s East Delhi candidate Kuldeep Kumar, senior party leader Atishi said. Addressing a press conference here, Delhi minister Atishi said Sunita will seek votes and blessings for the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in the absence of her husband who is in judicial custody. “In protest against the arrest of Arvind Kejriwal, his wife Sunita Kejriwal will campaign to seek…

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…

Sunetra Pawar Cleared in MSCB Case: Unravelling the Rs 25,000 Crore Cooperative Bank ‘Scam’

Manish Kumar

Sunetra Pawar, the wife of Ajit Pawar, has been given a clean chit in the controversial MSCB case, which allegedly involves a staggering Rs 25,000 crore. The closure report issued by the EOW asserts that there was no evidence of criminality or wrongdoing in the transactions linked to Sunetra Pawar. This finding provides a significant boost to Sunetra Pawar’s credibility and political standing, particularly as she emerges as a surprise candidate for the Baramati Lok Sabha constituency. Despite the complexity of the financial dealings, the EOW found no legal irregularities,…

ECI Takes Decisive Action: PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi Under Scrutiny for Alleged MCC Violations

Manish Kumar

The ECI has taken resolute steps to address alleged violations of the Model Code of Conduct (MCC) by most prominent political figures: PM Modi and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. By directing notices to both the BJP and the INC, the commission has initiated a process that could have far-reaching implications for the conduct of future elections in the country. Accusations of inciting division along religious, caste, community, or linguistic lines have been levelled against both PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi, prompting the ECI to seek explanations from their respective party…