A wave of shock and horror swept through Sydney’ as Westfield Bondi Junction mall was shattered by a sudden eruption of violence. · Australian authorities were thrust into action as reports flooded in, detailing a series of brutal stabbings within the sprawling confines of the popular shopping complex. · For Prime Minister Anthony Albenese, the events at…
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar emphasized the imperative of a dynamic, rule-free response to combat the scourge emanating from across borders. · Jaishankar critiqued the United Progressive Alliance (UPA) government’s handling of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks in 2008. · He lamented the lack of decisive action, attributing it to the perceived higher cost of retaliation against…
In a ceremony marked by reverence and respect, President Droupadi Murmu conferred the prestigious Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honor, upon veteran BJP leader and former Deputy Prime Minister, LK Advani. The event, held at Mr. Advani’s residence, witnessed the presence of dignitaries including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Defense Minister Rajnath…
The arrival of Ukraine’s Foreign Minister, Dmytro Kuleba, in New Delhi signals a pivotal moment in diplomatic efforts to address the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with discussions on a potential peace deal topping the agenda. Confirmed by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Kuleba’s two-day official visit at the invitation of External Affairs…
Amidst the culmination of his stint in Enforcement Directorate custody, Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is poised to make a significant disclosure today regarding the alleged Delhi liquor policy scandal, as affirmed by his wife. Here are 10 key insights into this unfolding saga: ED Custody Ends: Kejriwal, ensnared in an alleged money-laundering imbroglio connected to…
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has petitioned the Delhi High Court for additional time to formulate a response to Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s challenge against his arrest in a money-laundering case linked to an alleged excise policy scam. The agency’s counsel, Additional Solicitor General S V Raju, citing the substantial volume of the petition, which was…
V. Vaidyanathan, the esteemed managing director and CEO of IDFC First Bank, stands as a beacon of inspiration in the Indian banking realm. Despite his towering achievements and influential position, Vaidyanathan remains known for his modest demeanor and profound generosity, often shying away from the limelight. However, recent revelations have once again thrust him into…
In a sobering revelation, the India Employment Report 2024, a collaborative effort between the esteemed International Labour Organization (ILO) and the Institute for Human Development (IHD), has cast a glaring spotlight on the alarming state of unemployment in the country, particularly among its youth. The report, unveiled by Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran,…
In a historic shift, Mumbai has dethroned Beijing to become Asia’s billionaire capital for the first time, securing a spot among the world’s top three wealthiest cities. According to the 2024 Hurun Global Rich List released on Tuesday, the combined wealth of Indian billionaires has skyrocketed to an astounding $1 trillion, surpassing China’s average billionaire…
The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing all previous records of Indian Railways by loading 250 million tonnes of freight in the fiscal year 2023-24. Making the announcement today, the Ministry of Railways hailed ECoR’s unparalleled achievement, marking the first time a railway zone in India has accomplished such a feat…
