Day: May 6, 2024

Jet Airways Founder Naresh Goyal Granted Two-Month Interim Medical Bail in Money Laundering Case

Manish Kumar

Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal has been granted interim bail for two months on medical grounds in connection with a money laundering case. The decision was made by Justice NJ Jamadar, who stipulated that Goyal must furnish a surety of Rs one lakh and remain within Mumbai unless granted prior permission by the special court. Goyal, had petitioned for interim bail on medical and humanitarian grounds, citing his battle with cancer, as well as that of his wife, Anita Goyal.  During the hearing, Goyal’s legal representatives argued for his release…

Farooq Abdullah Warns Against Underestimating Pakistan: Pakistan “Not Wearing Bangles”

Manish Kumar

Rajnath Singh said PoK was, is and will remain India’s territory. Reacting to the remarks, National Conference leader Farooq Abdullah said Pakistan wasn’t “wearing bangles” and they had atomic bombs. Rajnath Singh said the way peace and development had returned in Jammu and Kashmir, there would soon be demands for PoK to merge with India. He also asked Pakistan to stop promoting cross-border terrorism. Reacting to the attack on security forces in Kashmir, Farooq Abdullah took pot-shots at the ruling BJP, saying terrorism continued despite the withdrawal of Article 370.…

181 Academicians Counter Rahul Gandhi’s Allegations: Upholding Meritocracy in University Appointments

Manish Kumar

In a resounding response to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi’s recent assertions regarding the appointment of university heads, a coalition of 181 academicians, including esteemed vice-chancellors and former vice-chancellors, issued an open letter on Sunday, rebuffing his claims and advocating for legal repercussions against him. Rejection of Allegations: The academicians vehemently dismissed Gandhi’s assertions as “falsehoods,” asserting that the selection process for university leaders is meticulously designed to prioritize meritocracy, scholarly distinction, and unwavering integrity. They clarified that appointments are made based on rigorous evaluation of academic and administrative competence, with…

Massive Cash Haul Unveiled in Ranchi Raids: Minister’s Secretary’s Associate under ED Scrutiny

Manish Kumar

Enforcement Directorate’s Extensive Raids: Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, becomes the epicenter of a sprawling operation conducted by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the auspices of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The ED’s Monday crackdown spans multiple locations, resulting in the discovery of substantial amounts of cash. Cash Cache Linked to Minister’s Secretary’s Associate: The raids yield an astonishing Rs 20 crore in cash, primarily found at the residence of an individual associated with Sanjeev Lal, the personal secretary to Jharkhand Rural Development Minister, Alamgir Alam. Alam, a…

Bomb Threats Target Ahmedabad Schools Following Delhi Incidents

Manish Kumar

Several schools in Ahmedabad, found themselves in a state of alarm on Monday as they received threatening emails similar to those that had recently rattled schools in Delhi. The emails, originating from the Russian domain “mail.ru,” echoed the ominous warnings that had sparked panic in the city. Prompted by the menacing communications, authorities swiftly mobilized, dispatching police units to investigate the targeted schools. Despite the heightened tension, no signs of suspicious activity or explosive devices were discovered on the premises of schools such as DPS and Anand Niketan. The email…

Odisha’s Naima Khatoon Makes History as First Woman Vice-Chancellor of Aligarh Muslim University

Manish Kumar

Naima Khatoon was appointed as the Aligarh Muslim University vice-chancellor, the first woman to be appointed to the university’s top position. She has been serving as principal of AMU’s women’s college since 2016. A distinguished alumna of AMU, her academic odyssey culminated in the attainment of a doctoral degree in psychology—a testament to her scholarly rigor and intellectual depth. Her tenure at the helm of the Women’s College bore witness to transformative initiatives aimed at nurturing a generation of empowered and enlightened individuals. In assuming the mantle of AMU’s Vice-Chancellorship,…

Number Of First Time Voters Rises To 2.43 Lakh In Delhi, Final Figure Likely To Increase

Manish Kumar

The number of first-time voters in the national capital has risen to 2.43 lakh, said the Chief Electoral Officer’s office on Sunday citing the latest data, reported PTI. The final electoral roll published on January 22 has shown a significant rise in the number of first-time voters in Delhi to 1.47 lakh, the statement said. “The latest data reveals a remarkable increase from 1,47,074 (1.47 lakh) to approximately 2.43 lakh first-time voters enlisted in the voting list. The CEO (Chief Electoral Officer) hoped that the final figure would increase up…

Apple iPad Launch Event Won’t Be A Mega Affair. Here’s How Long It Is Expected To Last

Manish Kumar

Apple’s much-anticipated ‘Let Loose’ event is scheduled for tomorrow, May 7, 2024. Unlike the Cupertino giant’s traditional launch affairs, this year’s iPad-special unveiling event will take the form of a pre-recorded video, reminiscent of last year’s ‘Spooky Fast’ event which saw the launch of MacBook devices. A recent report circulating the Web sheds light on the forthcoming event, revealing that the video presentation will run for approximately 35 minutes. This isn’t the first time Apple has conducted a mini event, as this duration mirrors that of the October event where it…

T20 World Cup 2024 Co-Host West Indies Get ‘Terror Threat’ From Pakistan:

Manish Kumar

T20 World Cup 2024 is less than a month away with the first match of the marquee cricket event set to be played on June 1, in a shocking piece of news it is now being reported that the Cricket West Indies (CWI) has received a ‘terror threat’ over hosting the global cricketing competition. Notably, USA and the Carribean Islands are co-hosting the T20 World Cup 2024. Despite the threat, CWI have assued that proper checks and balances are in place to ensure there is no risk to the major…

PM Modi Performs Puja, ‘Dandavat Pranam’ At Ayodhya Ram Mandir Before Mega Roadshow

Manish Kumar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a visit to Uttar Pradesh ahead of the third phase of Lok Sabha elections, on Sunday performed puja and darshan at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, which he inaugurated in January this year. PM Modi’s Sunday visit comes ahead of the third phase of polling for the Lok Sabha elections which will take place on May 7 for ten constituencies including Sambhal, Hathras, Agra, Fatehpur Sikri, Firozabad, Mainpuri, Etah, Badaun, Bareilly, and Aonla. Earlier in the day, he addressed a public meeting in…