This Hidma’s bow & arrow shoots at straw targets

Spread the love       Month-Long Bastar Olympics Conclude Today RAIPUR: Miles away from the hostile forests where Maoist commander Madvi Hidma once ruled with a gun before falling to police bullets recently, another Hidma is getting ready to take aim. But, not at security forces.“I am Hidma, but not that Hidma. I am Muchaki Hidma from Sukma district. I surrendered this...

Karur stampede case: Something going wrong in Madras HC, says SC

Spread the love       The Supreme Court expressed strong disapproval of the Madras High Court’s handling of the Karur stampede case, stating “something is going wrong in the HC.” The apex court rejected the Tamil Nadu government’s plea to let its own commission investigate the incident, emphasizing the need for a fair and impartial inquiry. The SC will examine the HC...

In terror acts, rights of accused subservient to national interest: Supreme Court

Spread the love       The Supreme Court has ruled that individual liberty, while crucial, cannot override national security concerns in UAPA cases. Upholding this, the court denied bail to accused in the Jnaneshwari Express derailment case, emphasizing that barbaric acts endangering national integrity are not excusable, even after prolonged incarceration. The apex court stressed the need for expeditious trials in such...

Ahead of PM Modi’s 3-nation tour, FTA with Oman gets Cabinet nod

Spread the love       Prime Minister Modi’s upcoming visit to Oman is poised to forge a robust economic and strategic alliance, potentially including a free trade agreement and a joint defense partnership. India anticipates receiving spare parts for its retired Jaguar fleet from Oman. NEW DELHI: India’s outreach to Gulf countries is set achieve a significant boost with PM Narendra Modi’s...

Rs 12k cr for 2-phase census, will allow self-enumeration

Spread the love       NEW DELHI: Setting the stage for the world’s largest enumeration exercise, the Cabinet approved Rs 11,718 crore for conducting Census 2027, which will be in two phases and include a caste count for the first time. March 1, 2027 has been set as the reference date for the census. For snow-bound areas, it is Oct 1, 2026.I&B...

Cabinet clears SHANTI bill to open nuclear power to pvt sector

Spread the love       The Union Cabinet has greenlit a bill to open India’s nuclear power sector to private players, a move crucial for achieving 100 GW nuclear capacity by 2047. The SHANTI Bill proposes changes to civil liability laws, caps supplier liability, and allows up to 49% foreign direct investment. This aims to boost domestic energy production and meet net-zero...

Congress MP claims BJP neta was drunk during Rahul Gandhi’s speech

Spread the love       A Congress MP has accused a senior BJP member of attending Lok Sabha proceedings “drunk” during Rahul Gandhi’s speech on electoral reforms. The MP cited the individual’s “repeated gestures” and “tottering” as evidence, urging the BJP to prevent such incidents. This allegation follows a recent row over a TMC MP allegedly “vaping” in the House, highlighting concerns...

Anurag Thakur seeks action against TMC MP for vaping in Parliament

Spread the love       Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has received a complaint from BJP MP Anurag Thakur regarding a TMC lawmaker allegedly using an e-cigarette inside the House. Thakur highlighted this as a serious breach of parliamentary rules and the Prohibition of Electronic Cigarettes Act, 2019. The Lok Sabha secretariat is reviewing proceedings for appropriate action. NEW DELHI: Lok Sabha...

Govt approves 125-day rural job bill to replace MGNREGA

Spread the love       The government has approved a bill to replace MGNREGA with the Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Bill, promising 125 workdays per household. This move aims to counter opposition criticism on funding and boost employment claims, particularly in rural areas. Projects will align with Viksit Bharat National Infra Stack, prioritizing water security. NEW DELHI: Government on Friday approved...

David and Victoria Beckham net worth 2025: Football, fashion, business

Spread the love       David Beckham and Victoria Beckham combined net worth in 2025: Football icon, fashion leader, family, and business success (Image via Getty) David Beckham and Victoria Beckham are one of the world’s most powerful celebrity couples. In 2025, their combined net worth is estimated at around $900 million, according to Forbes and Celebrity Net Worth. David built his...

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