WORLD
Bangladesh elections: BNP hails PM Modi’s message as recognition of 'people’s verdict' in polls
The election marks a significant political moment for Tarique Rahman, who returned to Bangladesh less than two months ago after nearly two decades in London.
INDIA
Witch and Goat remark row: Why Guwahati High Court quashed case against influencer Abhishek Kar
The matter stemmed from statements he allegedly made about a place in Assam “where girls practice black magic, witchcraft and can convert human beings into goats and other animals.
INDIA
Dargah approaches Supreme Court over Shivaratri Puja bid, alleges pattern to alter religious character
The shrine at the centre of the controversy is linked to 14th century Sufi saint Hazrat Shaikh Alauddin Ansari, also called Ladle Mashaik, as well as 15th-century Hindu saint Raghava Chaitanya.
INDIA
Sold ‘Bharat Mata’ or acting in ‘India’s Interest’?: Sitharaman, Rahul war of words US trade deal
“PM Modi will always act in India’s interest whereas Congress govt surrendered before WTO, sold poor, farmers during its regime,” FM Nirmala Sitharaman said in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday.
INDIA
'Washing of dirty linen in public': Delhi High Court flags Kapur family rift as perjury charge flies
The latest flashpoint came when Priya Kapur, the third wife of late businessman Sunjay Kapur, moved an application accusing her mother-in-law, Rani Kapur, of committing perjury.
INDIA
'Rs 25.44 lakh crore will be transferred to states in 2026–27 as part of devolution of taxes': FM Sitharaman tells Lok Sabha
Responding to criticism that the mandated share was not being fully passed on, Sitharaman stated, “41% it is that we have transferred to the states."
INDIA
'Had no interest in Epstein activities': Union minister Hardeep Puri rebuts LoP Rahul Gandhi's charges
Addressing a press conference in Delhi, Puri said references to his name in the documents were minimal and entirely unrelated to any criminal conduct.
INDIA
Delhi businessman Tikku murder case accused moves SC, seeks removal of Rajya Sabha MP Ujjwal Nikam as SPP
According to Vijay Bhivajirao Palande, an accused in the 2012 killing of Delhi-based businessman Arunkumar Tikku, the position of SPP constitutes an 'office of profit' under the state government.
INDIA
Supreme Court refuses to order disclosure of LoP Rahul Gandhi’s dissent on CIC appointments
The bench led by CJI Kant said that the limited purpose of the case was to ensure that vacant posts were filled, not to scrutinise the internal deliberations of the selection committee.
INDIA
Delhi Police registers FIR registered after unreleased ex-Army chief Naravane book surfaces online
The controversy intensified after Leader of Opposition (LoP) in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi cited portions of the unreleased book in Parliament to alleged that PM Modi failed to act during 2020 India-China standoff in Ladakh.
INDIA
Supreme Court extends West Bengal SIR deadline by one week, seeks DGP’s personal affidavit
During the hearing, the court directed that 8,555 Group B officers identified by the state government must report to their respective District Electoral Officers by 5 pm.
INDIA
'PM Modi afraid to face truth, was scared to come to House over my remarks, not MPs': Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi also said that the Defence Minister had incorrectly stated that the book in question had not been released.
INDIA
149 ‘minister-rank’ appointees in Karnataka? Siddaramaiah govt faces spending scrutiny
As per the documents cited in the report, the administration has conferred Minister of State (MoS) status on 54 more individuals, intensifying a debate over fiscal prudence and governance priorities.
INDIA
Tamil Nadu Deepam row: Supreme Court backs Madras HC in Thirupparankundram, terms order 'very very balanced'
Calling the ruling a “very very balanced order,” the apex court affirmed that prayers at the Nellithoppu site can be conducted only during Ramzan and Bakri-Eid, and upheld the prohibition on animal sacrifice within the premises.
INDIA
'There are four categories of Hindus...': RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat at Mumbai event
Mohan Bhagwat said that the word “Hindu” should not be understood as a noun, but as an adjective, asserting that everyone living in India fits within this description.
BUSINESS
India-US interim trade deal: Apple import curbs, zero-duty farm exports, and 'full protection' for sensitive crops and dairy
Speaking on Saturday, Piyush Goyal said that while India has agreed to eliminate or reduce tariffs on a defined list of American agricultural items, no concessions have been extended on staples and livelihood-sensitive products.
BUSINESS
'No concession that harms Indian farmers in India-US interim trade deal': Piyush Goyal
Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, Piyush Goyal said that no item has been included in the agreement that could adversely affect Indian farmers.
BUSINESS
'India-US interim trade framework safeguards farmers, MSMEs,' says Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal
Addressing a press conference in New Delhi on Saturday, the minister rejected opposition allegations that the agreement compromises the farm and MSMEs sector.
BUSINESS
'India opens door to imported wines, spirits under interim trade framework with US': Piyush Goyal
“We have opened wines and spirits, alcoholic beverages have been allowed with minimum import price,” Goyal said.
INDIA
Mayawati urges immediate ban on ‘Ghooskhor Pandat’, supports FIR over alleged insult to Brahmin community
In a post on X, the former Uttar Pradesh chief minister expressed strong disapproval of what she described as a growing trend of depicting the term ‘Pandit’ in a negative light.
INDIA
India successfully tests nuclear-capable intermediate-range missile Agni-3 from Odisha
Agni-3 is an intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) with a strike capability of around 3,000 to 3,500 kilometres, giving India the ability to engage strategic targets deep inside adversary territory.
INDIA
Supreme Court to examine ‘right to be forgotten’ against press freedom in age of digital archives | Explained
Balancing privacy claims and press freedom, the Supreme court is set to decide whether factual digital reporting can be erased after acquittal or discharge.
INDIA
'Bathroom-cleaning chemicals used in Tirupati laddus under YSRCP rule', alleges Andhra CM Chandababu Naidu
Chandrababu Naidu said the alleged acts were an attempt to “undermine the prestige of Lord Venkateswara Swamy with adulterated prasadam,” and described the episode as the “greatest sin against God.”
INDIA
Allahabad High Court orders immediate release of builder in Noida techie death case
Abhay Kumar, a director of MZ Wiztown Planners, had been taken into custody by Greater Noida Police after an FIR was registered in connection with the death of 27-year-old software engineer Yuvraj Mehta.
