Leaders Pay Tribute to Vinayak Damodar Savarkar on His Birth Anniversary
New Delhi, May 28: On the birth anniversary of the great revolutionary, freedom fighter, and nationalist thinker Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, several prominent leaders paid their respects. They recalled Savarkars indomitable courage, patriotism, and sacrifices while enduring the harsh tortures of the British in the Cellular Jail. Leaders emphasized that his contributions serve as an inspiration ... Read more Leaders Pay Tribute to Vinayak Damodar Savarkar on His Birth Anniversary
Weather Today LIVE: Delhi May Get Relief As Weather Body Predicts Rain, Storms Today
Weather Updates Today, Heatwave, IMD Alert LIVE Updates: Light to very light rain is expected during the afternoon and evening, accompanied by strong winds and squalls reaching speeds of 50-60 kmph.
Siddaramaiah Poised to Resign as Karnataka Chief Minister, Confirms RV Deshpande
New Delhi, May 28: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is expected to resign from his position on Thursday, marking the end of his tenure and potentially resolving the ongoing power struggle in the state. Senior Congress leader and nine-time MLA RV Deshpande hinted at Siddaramaiahs resignation during a conversation with reporters on Wednesday. Deshpande stated, This ... Read more Siddaramaiah Poised to Resign as Karnataka Chief Minister, Confirms RV Deshpande
Esha Singh Sets World Record at Munich World Cup with Gold in Womens 25m Pistol Event
New Delhi, May 28: Olympian Esha Singh made headlines on Wednesday by setting a world record in the Womens 25m Pistol event at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup in Munich. She achieved a remarkable score of 43, which also stands as the junior world record, securing the gold medal. This was Indias ... Read more Esha Singh Sets World Record at Munich World Cup with Gold in Womens 25m Pistol Event
Delhi High Court Halts Recovery of Widows Family Pension, Orders Refund with Interest
New Delhi, May 28: The Delhi High Court has intervened to stop the State Bank of India (SBI) from recovering an allegedly overpaid family pension from a widow. The court ruled that the excess payment resulted from a bank error during pension processing, not due to any misinformation or concealment by the woman. Justice Sanjeev ... Read more Delhi High Court Halts Recovery of Widows Family Pension, Orders Refund with Interest
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Meets Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to Discuss Infrastructure Funding
New Delhi, May 28: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay met with Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday to discuss several critical issues related to the states development. The meeting took place at the Finance Ministrys office, where CM Vijay emphasized the need for central support for major infrastructure projects in Tamil Nadu, including education, ... Read more Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Meets Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to Discuss Infrastructure Funding
Amit Shah hails passage of UCC Bill in Assam Assembly
NEW DELHI, May 27: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday said the Uniform Civil Code has been the BJPs resolve since the day of its foundation. Congratulating the people of Assam on the passing of UCC Bill in the Assembly, Shah said on X, under Prime Minister Narendra Modis leadership, BJP-led state governments are establishing uniform law for every citizen. I am delighted that after Uttarakhand and Gujarat, Assam too has passed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Bill today. [] The post Amit Shah hails passage of UCC Bill in Assam Assembly appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
The Benefits of Rosemary for Mental Peace and Better Sleep
New Delhi, May 28: In todays fast-paced world, getting quality sleep has become a significant challenge. Late-night use of mobile phones and laptops, work pressure, stress, and anxiety are gradually affecting peoples sleep patterns. As a result, many are turning to natural remedies, with rosemary gaining popularity for its ability to promote mental peace, reduce ... Read more The Benefits of Rosemary for Mental Peace and Better Sleep
Respite from heat expected over weekend
Delhiites are expected to get some respite from the heat with more rains expected over Friday, (May 29, 2026), Saturday May 30, and May 31,
Weather Shift Expected in New Delhi After Intense Heat, Temperature May Drop by Up to 8 Degrees
New Delhi, May 28: The national capital is currently experiencing extreme heat. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), temperatures in several areas of New Delhi soared above 45 degrees Celsius on Wednesday. The highest temperature recorded was 45.6 degrees Celsius in the Ridge area, followed closely by 45.4 degrees Celsius in Ayanagar, and 44.6 ... Read more Weather Shift Expected in New Delhi After Intense Heat, Temperature May Drop by Up to 8 Degrees
Wheat output estimated to rise by 2.29 pc to 120.65 mn tons for 2025-26: Govt data
NEW DELHI, May 27 : The countrys wheat production is projected to rise by 2.29 per cent to 120.65 million tonnes for the 2025-26 crop year (July-June), notwithstanding localised damage caused due to unseasonal rains and hailstorms, according to government data released on Wednesday. The projection is in line with the agriculture ministrys pre-weather estimate of 120.21 million tonnes for 2025-26, which itself was higher than 117.94 million tonnes recorded in 2024-25. Wheat production is estimated at 120.65 million tonnes, [] The post Wheat output estimated to rise by 2.29 pc to 120.65 mn tons for 2025-26: Govt data appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Gold drops Rs 1,100 to Rs 1.61 lakh/10g in Delhi
NEW DELHI, May 27 : Gold prices declined Rs 1,100 to Rs 1.61 lakh per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday, tracking weak global trends as investors assessed the impact of persistent US-Iran tensions and rising safe-haven demand for dollar. According to the All India Sarafa Association, the yellow metal of 99.9 per cent purity depreciated Rs 1,100 to Rs 1,61,300 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes) from Tuesdays closing level of Rs 1,62,400 per 10 grams. [] The post Gold drops Rs 1,100 to Rs 1.61 lakh/10g in Delhi appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Adani group stocks end higher; Adani Power overtakes Infosys in mcap ranking
NEW DELHI, May 27: Adani group stocks ended higher on Wednesday, with Adani Power overtaking IT major Infosys in mcap ranking, in an otherwise subdued market. The stock of Adani Total Gas surged 13.35 per cent, NDTV skyrocketted 10.39 per cent, Adani Energy Solutions jumped 5.28 per cent, and Ambuja Cements climbed 2.28 per cent on the BSE. Shares of Adani Green Energy advanced 2.23 per cent, Adani Power edged higher by 1.72 per cent, ACC climbed 1.09 per cent, [] The post Adani group stocks end higher; Adani Power overtakes Infosys in mcap ranking appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Suspicious Death of Makeup Artist Sparks Police Investigation
New Delhi, May 28: A suspicious case of a young womans apparent suicide has emerged in the Nihal Vihar area of Delhi. According to police reports, the body has been sent for autopsy following the incident, and an investigation is underway. Initial investigations revealed a suicide note, indicating a dispute with another woman. The police ... Read more Suspicious Death of Makeup Artist Sparks Police Investigation
Cabinet extends SARTHAK-PDS scheme for 5 yrs with Rs 25,530 cr outlay
PM for whole-of-nation approach to tackle heatwave NEW DELHI, May 27: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday urged all Union Cabinet Ministers to ensure that their respective ministries and departments take necessary steps to mitigate the impact of the prevailing heatwave conditions across the country. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Addressing a media briefing after the Cabinet meeting, Union Minister Ashvini Vaishnaw said the Prime Minister stressed the need for a whole-of-nation approach to deal with the extreme [] The post Cabinet extends SARTHAK-PDS scheme for 5 yrs with Rs 25,530 cr outlay appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
SC backs ECs power to conduct SIR
Exercise breathes life into mandate for fair polls NEW DELHI, May 27:Delivering a major victory for the Election Commission, the Supreme Court today upheld its power to conduct a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls and said the exercise breathes life into the constitutional mandate for fair elections. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Ruling on the intensely debated issue, a Supreme Court bench headed by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant held that the exercise advances the [] The post SC backs ECs power to conduct SIR appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
BJP President Nitin Naveen Embarks on Three-Day Organizational Tour of Uttarakhand
New Delhi, May 28: BJP National President Nitin Naveen will undertake a significant three-day organizational tour of Uttarakhand from May 28 to May 30. During this visit, he aims to strengthen the party organization, engage with workers, and review the states political and organizational activities. According to the schedule released by the BJP, the tour ... Read more BJP President Nitin Naveen Embarks on Three-Day Organizational Tour of Uttarakhand
ED Uncovers Major IPL Betting Racket, Seizes 13 Lakh Cash and Luxury Vehicles
New Delhi, May 28: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has launched a significant operation against an illegal IPL betting racket. This operation, conducted under Section 17 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) 2002, involved extensive searches throughout the night. Raids were carried out at multiple locations in Guwahati, Tinsukia (Assam), and New Delhi. The ... Read more ED Uncovers Major IPL Betting Racket, Seizes 13 Lakh Cash and Luxury Vehicles
Rising Fuel Prices Prompt Indigo to Cut Domestic Flights Following Air India
New Delhi, May 28: The impact of rising fuel prices is now becoming evident in the domestic aviation sector. Due to the increase in the costs of petrol, diesel, and jet fuel, both Air India and Indigo have decided to reduce their domestic flight operations. Indigo plans to cut its domestic flight capacity by 5-7 ... Read more Rising Fuel Prices Prompt Indigo to Cut Domestic Flights Following Air India
Modi Aims to Transform Northeast into Hub for High-Value Agricultural Products, Says Scindia
New Delhi, May 28: Union Minister for Development of Northeastern Region Jyotiraditya Scindia announced on Wednesday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi envisions transforming the Northeast into a major center for high-value agricultural and horticultural products. Scindia, alongside Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha and the states Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister Ratan Lal Nath, launched the ... Read more Modi Aims to Transform Northeast into Hub for High-Value Agricultural Products, Says Scindia
Government Enhances Security and Student Facilities Ahead of NEET-UG Re-Examination
New Delhi, May 28: The Union Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, chaired a high-level review meeting on Wednesday with former ISRO Chairman K. Radhakrishnan to assess preparations for the upcoming National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) (NEET-UG) re-examination, scheduled for June 21. According to an official statement, the meeting focused on strengthening examination security and ensuring ... Read more Government Enhances Security and Student Facilities Ahead of NEET-UG Re-Examination
Celebrating the Life and Poetry of Prayag Shukla
New Delhi, May 28: Years have passed since we met in one distant land, today I no longer remember you, where are you now, years have gone by now I do not remember you These poignant lines are from the works of Prayag Shukla, a towering figure in Hindi literature, art critique, and linguistic bridge. ... Read more Celebrating the Life and Poetry of Prayag Shukla
PM Modi Chairs 51st Progress Meeting, Emphasizes Rooftop Solar Implementation
New Delhi, May 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the 51st Progress (Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation) meeting on Wednesday. The meeting took place at Seva Teerth, focusing on the review of major projects through improved coordination between the central and state governments. During the meeting, seven significant infrastructure projects related to railways, power, and ... Read more PM Modi Chairs 51st Progress Meeting, Emphasizes Rooftop Solar Implementation
High-Level Committee to Address Illegal Immigration Laws, Says Retired Justice Naolekar
New Delhi, May 28: Retired Supreme Court Justice Prakash Prabhakar Naolekar, appointed to lead the High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes, stated on Wednesday that the committee will explore potential laws for the deportation of illegal immigrants. Justice Naolekar emphasized, The committee will make recommendations. The report will be submitted to the government, which will decide ... Read more High-Level Committee to Address Illegal Immigration Laws, Says Retired Justice Naolekar
Government Oil Marketing Companies Prioritize Consumer Interests Over Profits, New Data Reveals
New Delhi, May 28: Amid ongoing political debates regarding the profits of government oil marketing companies (OMCs), new data indicates that the total combined profit for the fiscal year 2025-26 reached 77,821 crore. However, labeling this as windfall profits does not provide a complete picture. The opposition has consistently accused OMCs of a 130% profit ... Read more Government Oil Marketing Companies Prioritize Consumer Interests Over Profits, New Data Reveals
Government Spending on Primary Health Services Surges to 1.4 Lakh Crore
New Delhi, May 28: Recent estimates from the National Health Accounts (NHA) reveal a significant increase in public spending on primary health services in India over the past decade. Government expenditure rose from 50,000 crore in 2013-14 to 1.4 lakh crore in 2022-23, as reported on Wednesday. The NHAs annual estimates provide a chronological analysis ... Read more Government Spending on Primary Health Services Surges to 1.4 Lakh Crore
Dilip Cherian | Is This Finally The End Of The Road For The Delhi Gymkhana?
The Centres eviction notice to the Delhi Gymkhana Club, the babus favourite watering hole, from its 27-acre spread in the heart of the capital is not an overnight act of muscle-flexing.
SC upholds roll revision by EC
PTI New Delhi Delivering a major victory for the Election Commission (EC), the Supreme Court on Wednesday upheld its power to conduct a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls and said the exercise breathes life into the constitutional mandate for fair elections. Ruling on the intensely debated issue, a Supreme Court bench headed by []
India on the Path to Becoming a Global Leader: Umar Ahmad Ilyasi Reflects on Modis 12 Years in Power
New Delhi, May 28: Umar Ahmad Ilyasi, the chief imam of the All India Imam Organization, shared his insights on the completion of 12 years of Prime Minister Narendra Modis government. He emphasized that India is steadily progressing towards becoming a global leader. In a recent conversation, Ilyasi highlighted Modis mantra of Sabka Saath, Sabka ... Read more India on the Path to Becoming a Global Leader: Umar Ahmad Ilyasi Reflects on Modis 12 Years in Power
Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan Meets Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi
New Delhi, May 28: Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday in New Delhi. This was Satheesans first formal meeting with Shah since taking office. The meeting is viewed as a significant step towards improving coordination between the Kerala state government and the central government. This meeting occurred ... Read more Kerala Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan Meets Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi
ED Conducts Major Raids Linked to Former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayans Daughter
New Delhi, May 28: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) launched significant operations on Wednesday targeting the prominent Kerala-based company Cochin Minerals and Rutile Limited (CMRL), its directors, and Veena, the daughter of former Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. The ED conducted raids at ten locations across Kerala and Bengaluru, including Kottayam, Ernakulam, Kannur, Thiruvananthapuram, and Bengaluru. ... Read more ED Conducts Major Raids Linked to Former Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayans Daughter
Number of buses to increase based on demand; staff hiring in process
Legal Action Initiated Following Attack on ED Team in Kerala
New Delhi, May 28: A significant legal action has commenced regarding the attack on the Enforcement Directorate (ED) team in Kerala. An FIR has been registered at the Museum police station in Thiruvananthapuram based on a complaint from the ED. This incident occurred during a raid by the Kochi zone team on properties linked to ... Read more Legal Action Initiated Following Attack on ED Team in Kerala
Birch case: ED attaches fresh assets worth Rs 11 cr
PTI New Delhi The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached fresh assets worth more than Rs 11 crore as part of its money laundering probe into the illegal operation of a Goa nightclub where 25 people were killed in a massive fire in December last year. The latest provisional attachment of immovable properties was made under []
Maharashtra Government Promises Support for Sugar and Onion Farmers
New Delhi, May 28: Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced significant government measures aimed at alleviating the rural and agricultural crisis. He stated that Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah assured the state government of prompt and favorable interventions to address the primary concerns of sugarcane and onion farmers. Following a meeting in the ... Read more Maharashtra Government Promises Support for Sugar and Onion Farmers
The Legacy of Veer Savarkar: From Revolutionary to Nationalist Thinker
New Delhi, May 28: Vinayak Damodar Savarkar is one of the most discussed, influential, and controversial figures in Indian history. Born on May 28, 1883, in Nashik district, Savarkar made his mark as a revolutionary, thinker, writer, lawyer, politician, and nationalist ideologue. Savarkars father was Damodar Pant Savarkar, and his mother was Radhabai. His life ... Read more The Legacy of Veer Savarkar: From Revolutionary to Nationalist Thinker
Heatwave spikes power demand in Noida and Greater Noida
Driven by rapid commercial, industrial, and residential growth, demand is projected to cross 3,000 MW in Noida and 950 MW in Greater Noida this year
ORS to ambulances: Ghaziabad rolls out heatwave action plan, nodal officers appointed
DM said all departments have been directed to remain on alert and ensure coordinated action to minimise the impact of heatwave conditions
Mule account holder held in Rs 2 crore digital arrest scam
Earlier, two other men were arrested in the case
Intense heat forces Noida to close schools, workshops and sports camps put on hold
Bakrid, call for labour protest: Curbs imposed till May 30 in Noida
Prayers prohibited in public spaces, use of loudspeakers banned between 10pm to 6am
LG V.K. Saxena Congratulates Top 12th Graders, Calls Them Future Builders of India
New Delhi, May 28: The Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Vinay Kumar Saxena, met with the top-performing 12th-grade students on Wednesday, congratulating them on their remarkable achievements. During the meeting, he praised the students for their hard work, discipline, dedication, and strong personalities, stating that their accomplishments are a source of pride for the entire nation. ... Read more LG V.K. Saxena Congratulates Top 12th Graders, Calls Them Future Builders of India
3 held in teen murder case after body found in abandoned house
2 workers die, 1 critical in soil collapse at school construction site
The school management remained unaware of the incident until Wednesday, as the contractor failed to inform them. Police were alerted by the hospital late Tuesday night
Southwest monsoon slips past predicted Kerala date
PTI New Delhi The monsoon has missed its expected onset date of May 26 in Kerala but has further advanced into some more parts of the southwest and southeast Arabian Sea, Lakshadweep area and Bay of Bengal, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday. The IMD had earlier estimated that the monsoon would []
Our pockets have bigger holes now: CNG price hike makes commuters feel the pinch
Drivers on app-based platforms said the fare hike has not translated into better earnings
Nearly 42% voters mapped, SIR to start on June 30, says Delhi CEO
Video of juvenile being assaulted goes viral
India Assures No Shortage of Petrol and Diesel Amid Supply Concerns
New Delhi, May 28: The central government has firmly stated that there is no shortage of petrol and diesel in the country. There is more than enough supply to meet domestic needs. The government clarified that any local pressure or perceived shortages are not due to an actual supply crisis, but rather a result of ... Read more India Assures No Shortage of Petrol and Diesel Amid Supply Concerns
Delhi unveils draft B&B policy for tourists
A plan to step up accessibility as navigation falters in Walled City
Too hot to handle: Heatwave in North India slows textile, rice supply chains
Northern India's blistering heatwaves are wreaking havoc on vital industries, significantly hampering the trade of Basmati rice and textile production in the Delhi-NCR region. Workers face unbearable temperatures, resulting in increased absenteeism and interruptions in manufacturing processes. Additionally, erratic power supply complicates timely export shipments.
Delhi SIR to begin on June 30, final electoral rolls on Oct 7
LG Sandhu pushes 3,000 DDA plots for parking to ease congestion
Govt renames Britannia chowk, several metro stations
CM Vijay meets PM Modi; raises Mekedatu dam, Tamil anthem issues
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay met Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi. He thanked the PM for the return of Anaimangalam copper plates. The Chief Minister also requested clarification on singing the state song Tamil Thai Vazhthu at government functions.
CM asks depts to accelerate work on projects announced in budget
After a long delay, work on CP Khadi store revamp may restart
Delhi Police cracks snatching case, secures conviction in 12 days
Siddaramaiah set to quit, DK Shivakumar poised to take over as Karnataka CM
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will resign on Thursday. His close aide confirmed the decision. Celebrations have begun in the D K Shivakumar camp. Followers are anticipating Shivakumar's takeover as the new CM. Siddaramaiah accepted a long-pending report. Discussions are ongoing in Delhi regarding the new government structure. Deputy CMs from important social segments are likely.
Advocate saved after SOS alert on Delhi Polices Say Help App
Keshav Puram dacoity: Assets worth Rs 40L attached by police
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TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar Resigns; Sougata Roy Calls It a Media Stunt
New Delhi, May 27: Senior Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar has resigned from all party organizational positions effective immediately. This move has intensified political tensions in West Bengal, especially following BJP MP Soumitra Khans claim that several TMC MPs and MLAs are in contact with the BJP. TMC MP Sougata Roy dismissed Ghosh ... Read more TMC MP Kakoli Ghosh Dastidar Resigns; Sougata Roy Calls It a Media Stunt
From AI to Cyber Forensics: Delhi Police Signs MoU to Future-Proof Investigations
LNJP first 2,000 bedded govt hospital to receive NAQS certification
Eid-ul-Azha Celebrations: A Call for Brotherhood and Social Harmony
New Delhi, May 27: Eid-ul-Azha, also known as Bakrid, will be celebrated across the country on Thursday. On this occasion, various religious leaders and community representatives have conveyed messages of brotherhood, sacrifice, and social harmony. Imam Shafiq Qasmi of the Nakhoda Mosque in Kolkata extended greetings to people of all faiths during Eid-ul-Azha. He emphasized ... Read more Eid-ul-Azha Celebrations: A Call for Brotherhood and Social Harmony
25-year-old woman dies by suicide after photos leaked
3 arrested in planned robbery case
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In a significant move to fill vacancies, the Supreme Court Collegium on Wednesday recommended the appointment of senior advocate V. Mohana to the rank of a judge at the apex court. If appointed, the senior advocate will become the second woman from Tamil Nadu to reach the post after Justice R. Banumathi, and the second from the Bar after Justice Indu Malhotra. Other judges who were recommended for the same post includeJustice Sheel Nagu, Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court; Justice Shree Chandrashekhar, Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court; Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva, Chief Justice of the Madhya Pradesh High Court; and Justice Arun Palli, Chief Justice of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court. Designated as a senior advocate in the Supreme Court in April 2015, Mohana has worked with prolific faces in the legal and political community, such as Kapil Sibal, K.K. Venugopal, P. Chidambaram, Arun Jaitley, and T. Andhyarujina, among others, and was also a panel lawyer for the Government of India. The path to the Supreme Court V. Mohana, who studied law at the Coimbatore Law College, graduated in 1988 from what was India's first-ever batch of the five-year integrated law course, introduced in 1983. After graduation, she continued an internshipthat she had begun during her college educationin the office ofM. Panchapakesan, working in Tamil Nadu's trial courts till 1992, when she decided to move to Delhi to work under Justice Indu Malhotra, who was then an advocate-on-record. It was difficult for women in those days to get cases of their own, especially in small cities ...Delhi provides lots of opportunities, definitely better than any other city. Because you have trial courts, high court, administrative tribunal, MRTP commission (now Competition Commission, Competition Appellate Tribunal), CESTAT, Army Tribunal, etc. and of course the Honble Supreme Court of India. So there is a varied practice and scope for every field, she recounted in a 2015 interview with Superlawyer . She then moved to the chambers of Senior Advocate C.S. Vaidyanathan, where she worked in several cases widely reported between 1992 and 1996, such as the Amratlal Prajivandas case, McDowell case, and the Jain commission case after the death of Rajiv Gandhi. Over the years, V. Mohana moved up the ladder, earning her a role in theNational Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission back when it was newly formed, as well as additional roles as a Supreme Court mediator and an honorary editor for the Supreme Court Reports (SCR) before the SCR got its own editors. Most importantly, she was a panel lawyer for the apex court's legal services committee, working in a lot of cases between 1996 and 2013, before she was elevated to her present position on April 23, 2015. People have started recognising women lawyers and their good work. But there should be more designations and elevations from the womens section. Women should also work harder and continue to work with sincerity and dedication, she added in the interview.
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ED Seizes 45.84 Crore in Land Acquisition Scam
New Delhi, May 27: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has taken significant action under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) 2002. A prosecution complaint has been filed against M/S Tarbiya Education Foundation, Jawad Ahmed Siddiqui, Vinod Kumar, and Shree Om Chauhan in a special court in Saket, New Delhi. The accused were previously arrested during ... Read more ED Seizes 45.84 Crore in Land Acquisition Scam
Nepals RSP Chief Rabindra Lamichhane Plans Visit to India in June
Kathmandu, May 27: Amid uncertainty regarding Prime Minister Balendra Shahs proposed visit to India, Rabindra Lamichhane, the president of Nepals ruling Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP), is expected to travel to New Delhi in the first week of June. According to party officials, while the possibility of Lamichhanes visit to India is high, no official announcement ... Read more Nepals RSP Chief Rabindra Lamichhane Plans Visit to India in June
CM Vijay meets PM Modi, discusses Mekedatu dam issue and fishermen arrests
New Delhi/Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday, May 27, and discussed matters concerning the state, including the Mekedatu dam issue, fishermen arrests and the Tamil invocation song row. In addition, Vijay also met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and handed over a memorandum to prioritise funding Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
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On April 3, 2025, when the Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) received sanction to prosecute Pinarayi Vijayans daughter, Veena T., in an alleged corporate fraud case under Section 447 of the Companies Acta scheduled offence under the PMLAthe entire CPI(M) leadership was in Madurai, attending the partys 24th Congress. Veena and her firm, Exalogic Solutions Pvt Ltd, have been accused of receiving 2.7 crore in allegedly illegal payments from the mining company CMRL, owned by Sasidharan Kartha. As news of the development broke during the party congress, senior CPI(M) leaders found themselves having to defend Vijayan. Echoing the position taken by several Kerala leaders, former general secretary Prakash Karat said the party would address the issue both politically and legally. However, there were reports of differences within the Politburo itself over how to tackle the issue. In fact, Bengal state secretary and Politburo member Md Salim said at a press conference that the decision on whether to pursue legal action rested with the concerned partyin other words, Veena herself. On Wednesday (May 27), as the Enforcement Directorate raided premises linked to CMRL and its subsidiaries, as well as the residences of Veena and Pinarayi Vijayan, the party leadership closed ranks in defence of the former chief minister, portraying the action as an attack on the party itself. The ED maintains that its investigation so far has shown that proceeds of crime were generated by the management of CMRL, led by Kartha and Veena, and that the searches were conducted to collect evidence related to money laundering. According to the ED, intelligence gathered during the investigation indicated that Veena was residing with her father, Pinarayi Vijayan, and therefore, the premises where she was staying were included in the searches. When the search team reached the premises where she was residing, her father [Vijayan] was also present, the ED said in a note issued after the raidssuggesting that, as of now, the case does not directly involve the former chief minister and that the EDs action was focused on Veena. Nevertheless, as the raids began, the CPI(M) state secretariat convened an emergency meeting and later issued a statement alleging that the raid at Vijayans residence was part of a political vendetta. The statement said the party strongly protests the political witch-hunt being carried out by the Enforcement Directorate against CPI(M) Politburo member and Leader of the Opposition, Pinarayi Vijayan. The party has called for statewide protests by its cadres at all levels and has also urged Left Democratic Front (LDF) allies to join the agitation. Notably, an emotionally charged crowd of CPI(M) workers allegedly confronted and attacked ED officials as they were leaving Vijayans rented residence after the raids. Interestingly, there are clear signs that the CPI(M) is strategically using the episode at multiple levels. A key strategy appears to involve directing public anger over the raids primarily against the Congressthe CPI(M)s principal political rival in Keralaand its leaders, Rahul Gandhi and Kerala Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan, even though the ED is a central agency under the BJP-led Union government. Following the raids, Vijayan said that the Enforcement Directorates actions would probably give great satisfaction to certain people, such as Rahul Gandhi. The ED has wanted to conduct searches inside the house for quite some time. It appears that this gives great satisfaction to certain people, especially someone like Rahul Gandhi. Because Rahul Gandhi had asked why Pinarayi Vijayans house was not being raided or why he was not being arrested, he said, while also framing the episode as part of the BJPs calculated attacks against the opposition and its leaders. The Congress position is that the ED can continue targeting parties other than their own. None of this is going to finish us off. We see this only as a beginning. Nobody should imagine that actions of this kind can weaken or break us, Vijayan said. The party state secretariat also adopted a similar line, alleging that the raids were part of an attempt to politically target the former chief minister. It should also be noted that these actions came immediately after CM V. D. Satheesan met the prime minister and union ministers. Similar attacks were carried out in Delhi against Arvind Kejriwal by the BJP and central agencies with Congress support, the state secretariat said. Incidentally, CPI(M) cadres raised anti-ED-Modi-VD slogans in large numbers. Keralas home minister Ramesh Chennithala refuted these allegations and said that not even the home department or police in the state had any idea of the raids. He also dismissed allegations that there was a planned connection between Chief Minister V. D. Satheesans visit to Delhi and the subsequent ED raids. Meeting the prime minister after assuming office as chief minister was an administrative necessity, said the home minister. Chennithala mocked the CPI(M)s allegation that the BJP and Congress were jointly targeting anti-BJP leaders, saying such propaganda was an overreach. Meanwhile, state secretary M. V. Govindan alleged that CMRL itself had stated that two persons who are currently members of the state cabinet received money from the company and had admitted to receiving it. Yet, he claimed, no action had been taken against them. Notably, the allegation stems from the discovery of the initials of certain Kerala political leaders in a diary allegedly maintained by Sasidharan Kartha. Interestingly, the initials PV also appear among them. There are also indications that the party is using this episode to energise cadres whose morale has been low after the partys massive defeat in the parliamentary polls. However, observer K.C. Umesh Babu says what he witnessed was essentially a panic reaction from the CPI(M) leadership. Today, I closely observed the scenes in Kannur and Kozhikode during the raids. In Kannur, the raid took place at what used to be Pinarayis own house. The people who arrived first were all leaders. Senior leaders came there right from the beginning to stage protests beyond the barricades. Only by around noon did they manage, with considerable effort, to bring in ordinary cadres. Earlier, whenever anything happened against CPI(M) leaders, party workers and supporters would react spontaneously. That did not happen this time, he says. The CPI(M) is currently undertaking a rectification drive, in which party cadres and leaders at various levels are being encouraged to speak freely and independently about the issues faced by the party. So far, criticism of Pinarayi Vijayan and the state leadership has reportedly emerged in several district-level discussions. That raises the question of whether this episode could alter the course of the partys course correction exercise itself. Political observer Adv. A. Jayashankar says the issue has surfaced at a time when Pinarayi Vijayans image has weakened even within the party. This episode can now go in two directions, depending on the course of action the party chooses, he says. Jayashankar argues that the party has so far failed to provide a convincing or coherent explanation to its cadres regarding the alleged illicit payments episode. In such a situation, one line of thinking could be that this man has become tainted and should step asidethough he may still be sent off with sympathy and respect, he says. Or the party could turn him into a heroic martyr, saying, We will protect this brave comrade fighting for truth, justice, and righteousness, rally its cadres around him, and attempt a political comeback for comrade Vijayan. By speaking about the goondaism of central agencies, they can stage a display of outrage and political defiance. So far, the party appears to be moving in the second direction. Jayashankar, however, notes that broader public perception is against such moves and that attempts to mobilise cadres around this issue could further damage the partys image. Umesh Babu, meanwhile, adds that until there is clarity on what evidence the ED has actually gathered from different locationsespecially from premises linked to CMRLone cannot arrive at any firm conclusion about how the case will develop further. If the ED has recovered solid evidence from Karthas premises, then CPI(M) could face serious trouble, he says. Right now, even CPI(M) cadres are discussing in party committees how Pinarayis arrogance and authoritarian style led to electoral setbacks. But if tomorrow the ED comes out with very strong evidence in this case, wont the narrative shift for even worse? That is why I think we need to wait before reaching conclusions.
Opposition Criticizes Government Over Supreme Court Ruling on Voter List Review
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ED Freezes 112 Crore in Assets Linked to Illegal Online Betting Platform Parimatch
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