Delhi HC judge recuses from Sukesh Chandrashekhar’s plea

August 14, 2024

Justice Subramonium Prasad of the Delhi High Court recused himself on Wednesday from hearing a plea by alleged conman Sukesh Chandrasekhar, who sought additional meetings with his lawyers while in jail. The recusal was prompted by the numerous legal cases against Chandrasekhar, which could create a conflict of interest or...

PM Modi to lead 78th Independence Day at Red Fort; 6,000 guests invited

August 14, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will lead the nation in celebrating the 78th Independence Day from the historic Red Fort in Delhi on August 15. He will unfurl the National Flag and deliver the traditional address to the nation from the iconic monument's ramparts. This year’s Independence Day theme is 'Viksit...

SC revives insolvency proceedings in major setback for Byju Raveendran

August 14, 2024

The Supreme Court on Wednesday reinstated insolvency proceedings against Byju's, marking a significant victory for US lenders who claim the education technology giant owes them $1 billion. This development reverses a previous tribunal decision that had halted the proceedings, dealing a blow to Byju's founder, Byju Raveendran, who had recently...

A new National devotional Anthem for the youth: unveiling of ‘Vikasit Bharatam’

August 14, 2024

National anthems like "Vande Mataram" and "Jana-Gana-Mana" have always been a source of inspiration. With the intention of resonating with today’s youth, both in the language and music they prefer, a new song titled "Vikasit Bharatam" has been created. This song embodies the energy and strength to become a devotional...

Kolkata Doctor rape-murder: CBI detains accused; ‘Reclaim the Night’ protest tonight

August 14, 2024

Men, women, political leaders, and celebrities across West Bengal are set to stage a large-scale protest on Wednesday evening, ahead of the 78th Independence Day, in response to the rape and murder of a woman trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The protest coincides with the...

Indian Army honors Capt. Deepak Singh’s sacrifice in Doda terror encounter

August 14, 2024

The Indian Army extended its heartfelt condolences to the family of Captain Deepak Singh, who was killed in an encounter with terrorists in Doda district, Jammu and Kashmir. The White Knight Corps expressed their sorrow in a post on X, stating, "All ranks of White Knight Corps salute the supreme...

Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini honors partition victims

August 14, 2024

On Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini paid tribute to the victims of the partition in Kurukshetra on Wednesday. He emphasized the errors made by Radcliffe in delineating borders without understanding Indian culture, which contributed to the tragedies of partition. CM Saini remarked, "In 1947, an...

CPI(M) calls for resignations of Mamata Banerjee and Ashwini Vaishnaw over rail accidents

August 14, 2024

CPI(M) Politburo member Subhashini Ali has called for the resignation of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee following the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor in the state. Ali also suggested that Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw should step down due to the frequent rail accidents in recent...

CRPF hosts ‘Tiranga Yatra’ in Shillong ahead of Independence Day

August 14, 2024

Ahead of the 78th Independence Day, the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) organized a 'Tiranga Yatra' in Shillong on Wednesday as part of the 'Har Ghar Tiranga' campaign. CRPF personnel paraded through the streets, waving the national flag and singing patriotic songs in celebration of the upcoming Independence Day. The...

Nirmala Sitharaman: ‘Wish I could Cut Taxes to Zero, Not Here to Trouble People’

August 14, 2024

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman expressed a desire to reduce taxes as much as possible, emphasizing that her primary role is to generate revenue rather than burden citizens. Speaking at the 11th convocation ceremony of the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Bhopal, she highlighted the importance of funding research...