Year: 2024

Arvind Kejriwal Moves Supreme Court Challenging His Arrest in Excise Policy Case

Manish Kumar

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has filed a special leave petition with the Supreme Court, challenging his arrest by the CBI in the corruption case related to the alleged liquor policy scam. This legal move contests the Delhi High Court’s August 5 decision, which had dismissed Kejriwal’s plea against his arrest and subsequent remand. The matter was mentioned before Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud by senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi for urgent listing. CJI Chandrachud instructed Singhvi to send an email to the registry for further examination of…

Over 100 Palestinians Killed in Gaza School Airstrike: Israel and Hamas Clash Over Responsibility

Manish Kumar

Deadly Airstrike Hits Gaza School Shelter An Israeli airstrike on a Gaza school on Saturday resulted in the deaths of over 100 Palestinians, with dozens more injured, according to the official Palestinian news agency. The school, located in Gaza City’s Al-Sahaba area, was serving as a shelter for displaced individuals. The Hamas-run Gaza government media office reported that the strike occurred during early morning prayers, exacerbating the number of casualties. Spokesperson Mahmoud Basal described the event as a “horrific massacre,” with some of the victims’ bodies catching fire due to…

Delhi Court Acquits Man of Dowry Death Charges Due to Insufficient Evidence

Manish Kumar

In a recent judgment, the Dwarka Court in Delhi acquitted Satender Gautam, who was accused of dowry death, citing insufficient evidence to support the charges. The court’s decision underscored the principle that the prosecution must prove the guilt of the accused beyond a reasonable doubt, emphasizing that the case against Gautam may have been plausible but did not meet the stringent requirements of criminal jurisprudence. The case, filed under Sections 498A (cruelty for dowry) and 304B (dowry death) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), was based on an FIR lodged…

NCERT Removes Cartoon on Coalition Politics, Citing Negative Portrayal of India

Manish Kumar

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has decided to remove a cartoon from its textbooks that depicted coalition politics, stating that it cast India in a negative light. The cartoon, originally drawn by Ravishankar and published in India Today, illustrated the challenges faced by various Indian Prime Ministers in sustaining their coalition governments during the 1990s. The cartoon featured prominent political figures such as V.P. Singh (1990), Chandra Shekhar (1990), P.V. Narasimha Rao (1991), H.D. Deve Gowda (1996), I.K. Gujral (1997), and A.B. Vajpayee (1998), all of…

Two New Cardamom Varieties Developed by Kodagu-Based IISR Station Released by PM Modi

Manish Kumar

Two innovative varieties of cardamom, developed by the regional station of the Indian Institute of Spices Research (IISR) in Appangala, Madikeri, were among 109 climate-resilient crop varieties released by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on Sunday. These developments mark a significant milestone in India’s agricultural research and efforts to combat climate change effects on farming. The ICAR-IISR regional station in Appangala, under the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), has been at the forefront of conserving, characterizing, and utilizing cardamom genetic resources. The two newly developed varieties, named IISR…

Abhishek Bachchan Addresses Divorce Rumors with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan: “Still Married”

Manish Kumar

Abhishek Bachchan has responded to the swirling rumors about his alleged separation from wife Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, putting an end to the speculation with a straightforward statement: “Still married.” The Bollywood actor made this remark during an interview with Bollywood UK Media, as reported by The Times of India. Rumors of a possible divorce between the celebrity couple have been circulating on social media for some time, reaching a peak when the two made separate entries at a high-profile wedding last month. The chatter intensified after Abhishek liked an Instagram…

India Committed to Ensuring a Conducive Habitat for Elephants: PM Modi

Manish Kumar

On World Elephant Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India’s dedication to protecting its elephant population by ensuring they have a conducive habitat. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi highlighted the importance of community efforts in safeguarding these majestic creatures and emphasized the cultural and historical significance of elephants in India. “On this occasion of World Elephant Day, we appreciate the wide range of community efforts to protect elephants,” the Prime Minister wrote. “At the same time, we reaffirm our commitment to doing everything possible to ensure…

“Delete Picture”: Ex-Pakistan Star Slams PM Shehbaz Sharif for ‘Insulting’ Arshad Nadeem

Manish Kumar

Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has come under fire from former cricketer Danish Kaneria after awarding Olympic gold medalist Arshad Nadeem a cash prize of PKR 1 million (approximately INR 3 lakh). Nadeem, who made history by becoming Pakistan’s first-ever Olympic gold medalist in an individual sport at the Paris 2024 Games, was honored by the Prime Minister upon his return home. However, the amount of the reward has sparked controversy. Kaneria took to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to express his displeasure, criticizing the Prime Minister for what…

Ben Stokes in Doubt for Sri Lanka Test Series After Suffering Suspected Hamstring Injury

Manish Kumar

England captain Ben Stokes is in doubt for the upcoming three-match Test series against Sri Lanka after suffering a suspected hamstring injury during a domestic match on Sunday. The injury occurred while Stokes was playing for the Northern Superchargers against the Manchester Originals in The Hundred competition at Old Trafford. The 33-year-old all-rounder pulled up sore while attempting a quick single and was forced to leave the field. According to the International Cricket Council (ICC), Stokes was later seen on crutches but returned to the dugout to watch his team…

BJP Slams Rahul Gandhi for “Seeding Doubt” About Indian Stock Markets

Manish Kumar

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) today launched a scathing attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of undermining confidence in the Indian stock markets. The criticism comes in response to Gandhi’s recent remarks, which questioned the integrity of the markets following allegations made by the U.S.-based short seller Hindenburg. BJP leader Amit Malviya took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his discontent, stating, “The Leader of Opposition is now openly inciting and seeding doubt about the genuineness of the Indian stock markets. This blatant attempt to undermine confidence in…