In a diplomatic gesture following the recent U.S. elections, Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition in India’s Lok Sabha, extended congratulations to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on his re-election victory. In separate messages to President-elect Trump and outgoing Vice President Kamala Harris, Gandhi expressed confidence in the enduring relationship between India and the United States…
A Lifetime in the Judiciary Comes to a Close On a historic Friday, Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud bid farewell to the Supreme Court and his distinguished career, leaving behind a legacy of landmark judgments and steadfast commitment to justice. Appointed as the 50th CJI on November 9, 2022, his two-year tenure has…
· Supreme Court slams NCLAT’s ruling and ordered immediate liquidation · Jet Airways’ liquidation ruling ends years of failed revival attempts · Becomes the second major airline in India to be liquidated under the IBC Rise and Fall of Jet Airways Once a symbol of luxury and reliability in India’s skies, Jet Airways’ journey has officially come to…
Indian stock markets experienced a robust rally on Wednesday after former President Donald Trump declared victory in the U.S. elections. Amid a close race between Trump and his opponent, Kamala Harris, the announcement lifted market sentiment, easing some of the volatility seen earlier in the session. Major indices like the Sensex and Nifty saw impressive…
India mourns the loss of celebrated folk singer Sharda Sinha, who passed away at the age of 72 on Tuesday night at AIIMS-Delhi. Known as the “Bihar Kokila” (Nightingale of Bihar), Sinha’s voice resonated with millions, particularly during traditional festivals like Chhath Puja. She was undergoing treatment for multiple myeloma, a form of blood cancer,…
As winter sets in, air pollution has reached alarming levels in South Asia, with Delhi and Lahore suffering some of the worst air quality globally. On Tuesday, Delhi’s air was blanketed by smog, pushing the Air Quality Index (AQI) past 400 in many areas, signifying severe pollution. Lahore, meanwhile, recently claimed the title of the…
The Story of India’s Serial Hoaxer In a case that has rattled authorities across India, Jagdish Shriram Uikey, a 35-year-old writer from Maharashtra, was arrested after allegedly issuing over 100 hoax bomb threats targeting flights, trains, and high-profile government officials. These false alarms spurred heightened security measures, even as they added stress to the already…
Expanding Apple’s Presence in India In a strategic move to deepen its footprint in India, Apple CEO Tim Cook has announced plans to open four additional Apple Stores in the country, building on the company’s record-breaking revenues from the third quarter of 2024. India, currently home to only two Apple Stores—in Mumbai’s BKC and New…
At least 19 people injured after bus fell into gorge in Uttarakhand’s Almora · Overloading of bus suspected to be reason behind accident, inquiry ordered · Uttarakhand Chief Minister announces Rs 4 lakh each for families of deceased A Devastating Incident In a tragic accident on the Pauri-Almora border near Kupi, Uttarakhand, a bus carrying over…
In a turbulent start to the week, Indian markets witnessed a significant decline, with the Sensex dropping over 1,400 points, marking one of its sharpest falls in recent months. The Nifty50, along with other broader indices, plummeted as persistent selling by foreign investors and a mix of global factors drove the downturn. Amid the shock,…
