Former US President Donald Trump made history on Thursday, May 30, becoming the first former US president to be convicted of felony crimes. A New York jury delivered a unanimous verdict, finding Trump guilty on all 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in connection to a hush money scheme aimed at influencing the 2016…
The leaders of the state BJP unit staged a dharna in front of the office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), demanding the immediate arrest of BJD leaders V K Pandian and Pranab Prakash Das. · The agitation was spurred by allegations implicating the BJD figures in the unauthorized broadcast of exit polls by a local…
Reports suggest that Donald Trump is contemplating appointing Elon Musk as a policy advisor if he secures a return to the White House. · Discussions between Musk and Trump reportedly revolve around granting the social media platform owner a formal role in shaping economic and border security policies. · Trump is exploring the possibility of leveraging Musk’s…
Former President Jacob Zuma casts vote after being barred from contesting · South Africa needs new leadership, says opposition candidate · Thousands of inmates vote in prisons across South Africa · The contest this year is quite severe’ – ex-Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan · Julius Malema: ‘We are here to take over government’ · Local community Keiskammahoek boycott vote over…
Gautam Adani initiated Preliminary talks to acquire a stake in leading digital payments platform, Paytm. · After successful negotiation and a tangible agreement, Adani Group will enter the dynamic realm of fintech, challenging established players. · Adani Group’s potential investment in Paytm is poised to inject a robust financial impetus into the company, fortifying its resilience against…
IMD Warns of Heat Wave Conditions in Western Odisha on May 29 & 30 · Day Temperatures Likely to Rise By 2°C To 4°C Across Odisha During Next 2 Days · While sporadic showers may offer temporary relief in certain pockets, the IMD has also warned of thunderstorms and lightning in select areas on Wednesday. · Odisha SRC…
Former Pakistani minister Fawad Chaudhry has once again thrust himself into the political fray by openly expressing his support for Indian opposition leaders. · Chaudhry is known for his vocal backing of figures like Rahul Gandhi and Arvind Kejriwal. · Chaudhry has reiterated his stance against Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his perceived “extreme ideology”. · “India should…
WhatsApp Group Scam is on rise in the country · The scam targets individuals with fake stock market investment plans · Victims are lured into groups with promises of high returns In recent months, a troubling surge in online scams has plagued India, leaving thousands of unsuspecting individuals reeling from financial losses and shattered trust. Among the…
ICICI didn’t comply with ‘Loans and Advances – Statutory and Other Restrictions’ · ICICI also failed due diligence to assess the feasibility and sustainability · Yes Bank violated regulations related to ‘Customer Service in Banks’ · ICICI Bank’s Rs 1 Crore Penalty, Yes Bank’s Rs 91 Lakh Penalty In a recent development, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)…
Megha Engineering and Infrastructures (MEIL), a significant purchaser of electoral bonds and a key player in India’s infrastructure sector, has set its sights on divesting its city gas distribution business. · Megha Engineering and Infrastructures (MEIL), the Hyderabad-based conglomerate, renowned for its diverse portfolio spanning construction, irrigation, and energy projects. · The decision to offload its subsidiary,…
