Introduction of the Waqf Amendment Bill The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, introduced in the Lok Sabha on August 8, has quickly become a point of intense debate in Indian politics. This bill, presented by the NDA-led central government, marks the first significant piece of legislation introduced by the Modi 3.0 cabinet since its formation in June….
A Legacy of Leadership and Public Service Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, the former Chief Minister of West Bengal and a prominent leader of the Communist Party of India (Marxist), passed away in Kolkata at the age of 80. He died at his residence in Ballygunge around 8:20 a.m. on Thursday following a prolonged illness. Bhattacharjee is survived…
Disqualification Leads to Unexpected End Vinesh Phogat, one of India’s most celebrated wrestlers, has announced her retirement from the sport a day after a devastating disqualification at the Paris Olympics. The disqualification came after Phogat was found to be overweight by just 100 grams in the women’s 50kg wrestling event. Despite her remarkable journey to…
Government’s Current Stance on Crypto Regulation India’s cryptocurrency sector, which has been eagerly awaiting a clear regulatory framework, will have to wait a bit longer. The Indian government has recently indicated that it does not plan to introduce comprehensive legislation for the regulation of virtual assets in the near future. This announcement came from Minister…
Disqualification Ends Paris Olympic Medal Hopes In a distressing turn of events for Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat, her hopes of securing a medal at the Paris Olympics are in serious jeopardy. Phogat, who was a strong contender in the 50 kg weight category, is disqualified after failing to meet the weight requirements on the morning…
Proposed Reforms to the Waqf Act The Indian government is set to introduce a pivotal bill in Parliament that aims to significantly reform the Waqf Act, with the goal of redefining the powers and functions of Waqf Boards. This proposed legislation seeks to address long-standing issues related to the management of Waqf properties, aiming to…
Suspension Overview Indian hockey defender Amit Rohidas has been suspended for one match and will miss India’s crucial semi-final match against Germany at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The suspension was handed down following a red card issued to Rohidas during the quarterfinal match against Great Britain on August 4. The International Hockey Federation (FIH) announced,…
Market Overview Indian stock markets faced a severe downturn on Friday, with the Sensex and Nifty experiencing dramatic declines. The Sensex plunged by approximately 2,600 points, ending at 78,288.19. Concurrently, the Nifty 50 fell 463.50 points to 24,254.20, reflecting broad-based selling pressure. This drop marked one of the most significant falls in recent history, disrupting…
India beat Australia 3-2 in Hockey on Friday · India finished the group stage at second with 10 points · Dilip Tirkey lauded Sreejesh and others for their efforts vs Australia A Thrilling Victory In a dramatic conclusion to their Pool B campaign at the Paris Olympics, the Indian men’s hockey team achieved a historic 3-2 victory…
Rescue Efforts and Death Toll The devastating landslides in Kerala’s Wayanad district have claimed 344 lives, with rescue teams working tirelessly to find survivors amidst the debris. The state government has confirmed that over 300 people remain unaccounted for, as search operations, now in their fifth day, continue with urgency. Rescue operations are being conducted…
