In a relief for Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, the Karnataka High Court paused an investigation related to the electoral bond extortion case for now. The single-judge bench of Justice M Nagaprasanna ruled that under Section 286 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which deals with extortion, certain key elements must be present, including a direct threat and a complaint from the affected person. The court further observed that no such threat was made against the complainant, and the magistrate’s order did not consider the specifics of extortion. The court interim order stays on the investigation until the next hearing, which…
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Urgent action on climate finance is one of the International Trade Union Confederation’s (ITUC) central demands ahead of November’s COP29 climate summit. As the world moves towards low-carbon economies, climate finance is key to ensuring a Just Transition for workers, particularly in the Global South. Governments attending COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan from 11 to 22 November, will be making critical decisions on scaling up climate finance. Trillions of dollars will be needed annually to support developing countries transition to sustainable economic models. Such funding must prioritise supporting workers and ensuring social justice. At the opening of Climate Week in New York, USA,…
Maharashtra government on Monday declared desi (indigenous) cows as ‘Rajyamata-Gomata’ considering factors like their significance since Vedic period, an official notification said. The other factors include the importance of indigenous cow milk in human nutrition, ayurvedic and panchgavya treatment and use of cow manure in organic farming, the government resolution, issued by the state Agriculture, Dairy Development, Animal Husbandry and Fisheries Department said. The decision, which comes ahead of the state assembly elections, underscores the cow’s spiritual, scientific, and historical significance in Indian society, an official said. It highlights the integral role that cows have played in India’s cultural landscape…
The Karnataka government launched a draft policy for Global Capacity Centres (GCC) to generate US$ 50 billion in economic output and attract 500 new GCCs by 2029, creating approximately 350,000 jobs. Designed to enhance investor confidence and promote seamless collaboration within the local innovation ecosystem, the policy seeks to position Karnataka as a global AI research and development leader. Developed through extensive industry research and consultations with over 500 experts and industry leaders, the policy establishes ambitious goals for growth, incentives, and collaboration. At the launch event, Information Technology and Biotechnology Minister Mr. Priyank Kharge stated, “Today, we proudly launch…
Amid the growing controversy of Tirupati laddu adulteration, the Supreme Court asked to keep divinity out of politics.“We expect Gods to be kept away from politics, why did the Andhra chief minister (N Chandrababu Naidu) go to the press?” the Court asked. It was hearing a set of petitions regarding the controversy surrounding the alleged use of animal fat in the renowned Tirupati laddus. Petitions have been filed by BJP leader Subramanian Swamy, Rajya Sabha MP from the YSR Congress Party and former chairman of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) YV Subba Reddy, both demanding a court-monitored investigation. The court asked…
Legendary actor Mithun Chakraborty will be honoured with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Union minister for railways, information and broadcasting, electronics and IT Ashwini Vaishnav took to his X (formerly Twitter) handle on Monday to announce the news. In his post, he mentioned that Mithun will be presented with the award for his contribution to Indian cinema. The award will be presented at the 70th National Film Awards, which will be held on October 8, 2024. Dadasaheb Phalke Award is the highest government honour accorded for contributions in the field of cinema. The three-time National Award winner, who is one of…
The intense campaigning for the third and final phase of polling in the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly election concluded on Sunday evening, with major political parties, particularly the BJP, Congress, NC and PDP, engaging in fierce exchanges over critical issues, including Pakistan, Article 370, terrorism and reservation. Voting for this crucial phase, covering 40 Assembly segments across seven districts—Jammu, Udhampur, Samba and Kathua in the Jammu region and Baramulla, Bandipora and Kupwara in north Kashmir—is scheduled for October 1. The electoral fate of 415 candidates, including former deputy chief ministers Tara Chand (Congress) and Muzaffar Beig, is at stake in…
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin reshuffled his cabinet on Sunday with high-profile DMK leader Senthil Balaji, who was recently granted bail by the Supreme Court in a money laundering case, taking oath as a minister. Three other DMK MLAs—R. Rajendran (Salem-North), Govi Chezhiaan (Thiruvidaimarudur) and S.M. Nasar (Avadi)—also took oath as ministers. Governor R.N. Ravi administered the oath of office and secrecy at a simple ceremony held at the Raj Bhavan. The cabinet rejig also assumes significance as it marked the elevation of Stalin’s son Udhayanidhi Stalin as the deputy chief minister. Balaji has been allotted the Electricity and…
Prashant Kishor, chief of the Jan Suraaj campaign, on Sunday in a press conference announced the formation of a new political party, details of which, including its name and leadership, will be unveiled on October 2. He stated, “I was never its leader and I never aspire to become one. It is time for people to take leadership roles.” This announcement comes as Prashant Kishor prepares to mark the completion of the first stage of his “Jan Suraaj” initiative, which began on October 2, 2022. He revealed that on this date, the nPrashant Kishor outlined three primary motives behind his initiative:…
By Nava J Thakuria Guwahati- based Patriotic People’s Front Assam (PPFA) appreciates the State government in Dispur and current leadership of All Assam Students’ Union (AASU) to resolve the definition of Asomiya (Assamese people) with the cut-off date of 1 January 1951. The forum of nationalist citizens, based in the far-eastern part of Bharat, however urges both the parties to bat for 1951 as the base year for ‘detection and deportation’ of all illegal foreigners in the State as well. The representatives of AASU (which launched the Assam Movement in association with Asom Gana Sangram Parishad during 1979 to 1985) recently…