In a recent development surrounding the Delhi excise policy controversy, K. Kavitha, a prominent figure in the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) and daughter of former Telangana CM K. Chandrasekhar Rao, withdrew her petition challenging the summons issued by the Directorate of Enforcement (ED). This move came during proceedings before a bench led by Justice Bela…
In a novel approach to voter awareness, two sisters from the Malkangiri district have garnered widespread attention by leveraging mathematics and music to create an innovative poll song. Preeti Sulagna and Shruti Sulagna, residents of Kalimela block, have devised a captivating musical rendition using the multiplication table of the 11th order, aiming to empower voters…
Santiago Martin, dubbed India’s “lottery king,” has ascended as the nation’s most significant political donor, funnelling substantial funds through his company, Future Gaming and Hotel Services. Despite facing accusations of fraud and money laundering, Martin’s firm emerged as a top contributor within India’s previously opaque political funding framework, recently subjected to partial transparency measures. According…
In a strategic move to fortify the electoral process and ensure administrative impartiality, the Election Commission (EC) has embarked on a sweeping reform agenda, marked by the removal of six Home Secretaries and the transfer of a top-ranking police official in West Bengal. This proactive step, following the declaration of the Model Code of Conduct…
Odisha Police have apprehended two brothers in Dhenkanal district for orchestrating an elaborate scheme wherein they posed as Enforcement Directorate (ED) officers to extort money from government officials. The arrests come following a concerted effort by the Special Task Force (STF) of the state police, culminating in the apprehension of Tarinisen Mohapatra (30) and Brahma…
In a revelation that sheds light on the financial underpinnings of political campaigns, the ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in Odisha has reportedly cashed in electoral bonds worth a staggering Rs 944.5 crore. According to data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI), BJD received electoral bonds worth approximately Rs 244 crore between July…
With the election schedule unveiled, Odisha braces itself for a significant democratic exercise as 3.35 crore voters prepare to cast their ballots in the upcoming Lok Sabha and state Assembly polls. Chief Electoral Officer Nikunja Bihari Dhal spearheaded discussions with representatives from all recognized political parties in the state, laying the groundwork for a smooth…
The Rouse Avenue court in Delhi has extended bail to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal against arrest for his non-compliance with summonses issued by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the alleged Delhi excise policy case. This decision marks a positive turn in the legal saga surrounding Kejriwal, offering him the opportunity to navigate the…
The United States has broadened its investigation into India’s Adani Group, specifically targeting its founder, Gautam Adani, amidst allegations of potential bribery. A News agency reported that prosecutors are now delving deeper into whether any entity within the Adani Group or individuals associated with the conglomerate, including Gautam Adani himself, were involved in providing inducements to…
The Congress party has levelled serious accusations against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), claiming that a significant portion of electoral bonds (EBs) have been funnelled to the ruling party. In a dramatic turn of events, Congress has demanded a thorough investigation into the matter, calling for the establishment of a court-appointed Special Investigation Team (SIT)….
