Month: July 2024

Harris Leads Trump 44% to 42% in New Poll After Biden Bows Out

Manish Kumar

Vice President Kamala Harris has taken a slight lead over Republican Donald Trump, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll. Harris leads Trump 44% to 42%, a narrow two-percentage-point margin. This comes after President Joe Biden ended his re-election campaign and endorsed Harris as the Democratic nominee. Poll Comparisons The recent poll shows a shift from the previous week when Biden faced a two-point deficit against Trump. Harris and Trump were tied at 44% in a July 15-16 poll, and Trump led by one percentage point in a July 1-2 poll.…

CJI Chandrachud Confronts Lawyer Over Disruptive Behavior During NEET-UG Hearing

Manish Kumar

Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud sternly reprimanded Advocate Mathews Nedumpara during a Supreme Court hearing on alleged irregularities in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). NEET is an all-India exam for admission to medical courses. The incident occurred when Nedumpara interrupted Advocate Narender Hooda, who was addressing the bench on behalf of another petitioner. Incident During Hearing The interruption began when Nedumpara, representing a petitioner, claimed he could answer a question posed by the bench. He asserted, “I am the senior most of all lawyers before the court.…

Mobile Tariffs May Rise in India After Budget Announcement

Manish Kumar

On Tuesday, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Union Budget for 2024-25. Among the announcements, one may concern mobile users, potentially leading to higher mobile tariffs. The Union Minister announced an increase in duties on Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA) for telecom equipment, directly impacting mobile users. Telecom Companies’ Response In early July, Reliance Jio, Airtel, and Vi already raised their recharge plan prices. With the new increase in PCBA duties, these companies might further hike their plan prices. This added cost for telecom equipment could hinder the progress of…

INDI Alliance Protests Union Budget 2024: Allegations of Discrimination

Manish Kumar

The Union Budget 2024 has sparked a heated debate between the ruling National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the INDI Alliance. The opposition claims the budget is discriminatory and has decided to stage protests in and outside Parliament. INDI Alliance Meeting On Tuesday evening, INDI bloc parties met at the residence of Mallikarjun Kharge, Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha. The meeting saw the attendance of several key leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha; Pramod Tiwari, Congress’ Deputy Leader in Rajya Sabha; Gaurav Gogoi, Congress’…

State-Wise Distribution of Indian Athletes at the 2024 Paris Olympics; Haryana Leads, Odisha Lags

Manish Kumar

Haryana Leads with Highest Representation A 117-member strong Indian contingent has reached France to participate in the 2024 Paris Olympics, beginning their quest for coveted medals. Among all the states, Haryana boasts the highest number of athletes, with 24 participants. This is a testament to Haryana’s robust sports culture and consistent performance in producing top-tier athletes. Punjab follows closely with 19 athletes, showcasing its strong presence in the national sports landscape. Odisha Among the Lowest On the other end of the spectrum, Odisha has one of the lowest representations, with…

Union Budget 2024: Rahul Gandhi Criticizes as “Kursi Bachao” Budget

Manish Kumar

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi criticized the Union Budget 2024, branding it a “Kursi Bachao” (save your chair) Budget. He alleged that the government made empty promises to its allies at the expense of other states. Gandhi further contended that the Budget appeased cronies without offering relief to ordinary Indians, asserting it was merely a copy-paste of the Congress’s previous Budget. Chidambaram’s Remarks Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram also took a dig at the government, suggesting Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman might have borrowed ideas from the Congress’s 2024 manifesto. Chidambaram said,…

Budget 2024: India to Enhance Nuclear Energy Capabilities with Bharat Small Reactors

Manish Kumar

This strategic shift aims to make nuclear energy a substantial component It’s a departure from traditional large-scale nuclear plants It is aimed at offering more flexible and cost-effective nuclear power solutions In a significant move to diversify India’s energy portfolio, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman unveiled major initiatives for nuclear energy development in the Union Budget 2024. The government plans to collaborate with the private sector to establish Bharat Small Reactors and advance research on small modular reactors and innovative nuclear technologies. Strategic Shift in Nuclear Energy This strategic initiative aims…

CBI Unveils NEET Paper Leak: Hazaribagh School at the Center

Manish Kumar

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) confirmed before the Supreme Court that the NEET-UG paper leak occurred at Hazaribagh’s Oasis School on May 5, the day of the exam. This marks the first official claim by the CBI since it began investigating the case in June. The CBI revealed that not only was the exam paper leaked, but it was also solved within the same school premises. Key Figures in Custody Oasis School principal Ehsanul Haque and center superintendent Imtiyaz Alam are currently in CBI custody in connection with the…

Revised Income Tax Slabs and Increased Standard Deduction in Budget 2024

Manish Kumar

In the first budget of the Modi 3.0 government, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced significant changes to income tax slabs and standard deductions aimed at providing relief to taxpayers. The revised tax structure and deductions are expected to result in substantial savings for individuals, particularly benefiting the middle class. Revised Income Tax Slabs The new income tax slabs introduced in the Union Budget 2024-25 are as follows: Income up to Rs 3 lakh: Nil Income between Rs 3 lakh to Rs 7 lakh: 5% Income between Rs 7 lakh to…

Another Hindu Temple Vandalized with Anti-India Graffiti in Canada

Manish Kumar

Another Hindu temple has been vandalised in Canada with anti-India graffiti painted on the walls. Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) in Canada condemned the act and called on the government to take decisive action against extremist ideologies. Khalistani extremists have been promoting hate and violence with little consequence. The anti-India activities by Khalistan supporters have intensified since the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in June last year. In recent years, several Hindu temples in Canada, including those in the Greater Toronto Area and British Columbia, have been defaced with…