APDs receive support from world leaders in fight against terror
Saudi Arab says it stands with India RIYADH/ROME/ATHENS/ JAKARTA, May 28: Saudi Arabia said it stands with Indias fight against terrorism emanating from Pakistan; Italy offered bilateral cooperation, while Indonesia extended its support to New Delhis stance against the global menace in all possible forums, the multi-party delegations said today. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp As New Delhis global outreach following Operation Sindoor entered seventh day, Indias zero-tolerance stance on terrorism was hailed in South Africa while France [] The post APDs receive support from world leaders in fight against terror appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM speaks to Azad, enquires condition
NEW DELHI, May 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today spoke to DPAP leader Ghulam Nabi Azad, a member of multi-party delegations that are in world capitals to convey Indias message on terrorism emanating from Pakistan, after the former Union Minister felt ill in Kuwait and was hospitalised. Follow the Daily Excelsior channel on WhatsApp Official sources said Modi called Azad to enquire about his health and wished him a speedy recovery. BJP MP Baijayant Jay Panda, who leads the delegation [] The post PM speaks to Azad, enquires condition appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PM Modi speaks to Ghulam Nabi Azad after he falls ill in Kuwait
NEW DELHI, May 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday spoke to DPAP leader Ghulam Nabi Azad, a member of multi-party delegations that are in world capitals to convey Indias message on terrorism emanating from Pakistan, after the former Union minister took ill in Kuwait and was hospitalised. Official sources said Modi called Azad to enquire about his health and wished him a speedy recovery. BJP MP Baijayant Jay Panda, who leads the delegation of Azad, said on Tuesday that [] The post PM Modi speaks to Ghulam Nabi Azad after he falls ill in Kuwait appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
5 Indians arrested for abducting Bangladeshis for ransom in Nepal: Police
KATHMANDU, May 28: Nepal Police have busted a kidnapping racket and arrested five Indian nationals on Wednesday for allegedly holding Bangladeshi tourists hostage for ransom in the Himalayan nation. Those arrested include Shiva Saurabh, 34, from Delhi, Ramesh Jadav, 64, from Kanpur; and Dipak Kumar, 32, Sandip Kumar, 36, and Jasprit Singh, 38, all from Punjab, according to Senior Superintendent of Police Apil Bohara, spokesperson for Kathmandu Metropolitan Police. The gang had abducted seven Bangladeshi nationals visiting Nepal under the [] The post 5 Indians arrested for abducting Bangladeshis for ransom in Nepal: Police appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Chair of Excellence on Indian Strategic Culture set up at DSSC, Wellington
NEW DELHI, May 28 : A Chair of Excellence on Indian Strategic Culture has been established at Defence Services Staff College (DSSC), Wellington, Indias premier tri-services institute, officials said on Wednesday. The Headquarters of the Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) announced this in a post on X. A Chair of Excellence on Indian Strategic Culture has been established at #DSSC_Wellington, with Prof Amitabh Mattoo, Dean, School of International Studies, JNU, appointed as the Chair Professor. This initiative marks a key [] The post Chair of Excellence on Indian Strategic Culture set up at DSSC, Wellington appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NDA govts in Assam, Meghalaya behind drug abuse, illegal coal mining: Gogoi
NEW DELHI, May 28: Newly-appointed Assam Congress president Gaurav Gogoi, on Wednesday, came down heavily on the BJP-led NDA governments in Meghalaya and Assam over rampant illegal coal mining and drug trafficking through state-protected syndicates and demanded a CBI inquiry into the two serious issues. Addressing a press conference at the AICC headquarters here, Gogoi [] The post NDA govts in Assam, Meghalaya behind drug abuse, illegal coal mining: Gogoi appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Book to tell 500 years of cricketing stories beyond the scorecards
NEW DELHI, May 28: A policemans casual remarks that girls dont play cricket fired up a young Rachael Heyhoe to pursue the sport as a profession. The English cricketer later became instrumental in organising the first Womens World Cup in 1973, two years before the mens tournament. Such anecdotes, controversies, innovations, and rebellions are part [] The post Book to tell 500 years of cricketing stories beyond the scorecards appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Womens hockey team departs for European Leg of FIH
NEW DELHI, May 28: Eyeing a strong outing in the European leg of the FIH Pro League, the Indian womens hockey team departed for Amsterdam from Bengaluru on Wednesday morning. The Indian team will train in Amsterdam until June 8 before heading to London for their first four matches against Australia and Argentina. India will [] The post Womens hockey team departs for European Leg of FIH appeared first on The Shillong Times .
Delhi, followed by Maharashtra, sent back the most number of illegal Bangladeshi immigrants
In the past six months, a number of allegedly illegal immigrants from Bangladesh have been detained in the BJP-ruled States of Delhi, Maharashtra, Haryana, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Goa
Delhi court seeks Tihars response on Tahawwur Ranas plea to speak to family
Ladakh leaders-Centre agrees on domicile, reservation policy in jobs
New Delhi, May 28: Ladakhis in talks with the Centre on Wednesday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah, and said that in a breakthrough, the two sides agreed on the issues of domicile policy, reservation, and recruitment. The representatives from Leh Apex Body (LAB) and Kargil Democratic Alliance (KDA) hoped that the issues of statehood [] The post Ladakh leaders-Centre agrees on domicile, reservation policy in jobs appeared first on Northlines .
L-G put in an embarrassing position on Delhi ridge tree felling issue: Supreme Court
The court says actions of DDA officials cumulatively resulted in flagrant contempt of apex court directions on tree felling
Details of journalist Rana Ayyubs X account awaited, Delhi police inform court
NEW DELHI: The Delhi Police on Wednesday filed a status report before a court here stating that details of the X account allegedly belonging to journalist Rana Ayyub, who is facing an FIR over 2016-17 derogatory posts, were awaited. The police also told the court that further investigation would be conducted after it receives a []
Man Arrested For Duping People Of Rs 20 Lakh Using Fingerprints in Delhi: Cops
A man has been arrested for allegedly duping multiple people of nearly Rs 20 lakh by using their fingerprints to withdraw money from their bank accounts in outer Delhi's Sultanpuri area, an official said on Wednesday.
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RCB becomes first team to win all away matches in season
NEW DELHI: Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured their berth for the first Qualifier of the Indian Premier League 2025, set to be played in New Chandigarh against table-toppers Punjab Kings, after skipper Jitesh Sharma played a 33-ball 85-run blinder, helping RCB chase down their biggest total in the history of IPL against Lucknow Super Giants in []
SC directs Assam Human Rights Commission to investigate police encounter cases
New Delhi: The Supreme Court Wednesday ordered the Assam Human Rights Commission (AHRC) to enquire into the allegations of fake encounters in the state. A Bench headed by Justice Surya Kant set aside the decision passed by the full Bench of the AHRC in January 2022, which had disposed of the issue of alleged fake []
CPI seeks support of political parties for impeachment proceedings against Justice Varma
NEW DELHI: The Communist Party of India (CPI) MP and Leader of the party in the Upper House, P Sandosh Kumar has written to the presidents of all political parties demanding their support in initiating impeachment proceedings against former Delhi High Court Judge Yashwant Varma, following the shocking reports of unaccounted hoards of cash allegedly recovered from his residence. In his letter, Sandosh Kumar stated that if proven true, these allegations are not only a gross betrayal of public trust but also a serious affront to the integrity of our judicial institutions. Kumar urged all political parties to rise above partisanship and take constitutional responsibility to safeguard the credibility of Indias judiciary. The Centre is weighing the option of bringing in Parliament an impeachment motion against Justice Varma, who has been indicted by a Supreme Court-appointed probe panel after the discovery of a huge sum of burnt cash from his official residence in the national capital. Sources in the government said an impeachment motion in Parliament, which meets next during the Monsoon Session starting in the second half of July, is an obvious choice if Justice Verma, who was repatriated from the Delhi High Court to Allahabad High Court after the unsavoury incident, does not resign on his own. The letter underscores the need for Parliament to act decisively in light of such serious allegations, invoking the provisions of Article 124 and Article 218 of the Constitution of India to initiate impeachment proceedings. The CPI MP further emphasised that the legislature cannot be a silent spectator when such grave questions of judicial propriety and public accountability are raised. Beyond the immediate case, Sandosh Kumar has also called for a nationwide political dialogue on making the judiciary more accountable, inclusive, and socially representative. He highlighted that the judiciary continues to remain opaque in its appointments and largely unrepresentative in terms of caste, gender, and regional diversity. Our courts must reflect the plural character of Indian society. Accountability mechanisms for the higher judiciary are long overdue. What we are facing today is not an isolated case of alleged corruptionit is a systemic failure that demands both institutional reform and democratic will, the CPI MP said. The party has consistently championed democratic accountability across institutions and reiterates its demand for the establishment of a constitutionally backed, independent mechanism to oversee judicial conduct and integrity, read a statement issued by the Parliamentary Party Office of CPI on Wednesday.
Congress hits out at Tharoor, calls him BJPs super spokesperson
New Delhi, May 28: Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor, who is leading a delegation of politicians to various countries to educate them about Operation Sindoor has stirred the hornets nest as his party has accused him of dismissing the proud legacy of the Congress. Senior Congress leader Udit Raj hit out at Tharoor and described [] The post Congress hits out at Tharoor, calls him BJPs super spokesperson appeared first on Northlines .
ANI media moves Delhi HC against YouTuber
The news agency has alleged that a recent video published on Mohak Mangals channel contains false, misleading, and defamatory statements that have caused serious harm to its business and reputation
India, Africa share unshakeable friendship: Jaishankar
New Delhi: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar Wednesday said India and Africa have a deep solidarity and an unshakeable friendship, and asserted that New Delhi stands fully committed to Africas development, prosperity and progress. In his address at the Africa Day celebrations here, he also said that as Global South partners, India strongly advocates a []
IMD predicts thunderstorm for New Delhi on..., other places that may be hit are...
The weather agency India Meteorological Department has forecasted gusty winds of up to 70 kmph as well as thunderstorms and rainfall over the next three days in Delhi. Similar conditions are expected in the nearby states of Haryana and Punjab.
Can't clap with single hand: SC gives interim bail to 23-year-old influencer in rape case
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday in its order granted interim bail to a 23-year-old accused of raping a 40-year-old woman. Noting thatthe 40-year-old woman was ot a baby and a single hand can't clap, theSupreme Court on Wednesday granted interim bail after observing that the charges had not been framed even though he has been in jail for nine months. On what basis have you (Prosecution and Delhi police) filed the case under Section 376 (Rape) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). She is not a baby. The woman is 40 years old. They have gone together to Jammu. Why have you invoked section 376? This lady goes to Jammu seven times and the husband is not bothered, observed a bench of the top court, led by Justice B V Nagarathna and Justice Satish Chandra Sharma. Questioning the rationale of the step taken by the Delhi police in filing a rape case against the man, a social media influencer, the top court made a serious remark as to, when the woman had gone voluntarily with him, how the FIR can be registered by the Delhi police? The top court was hearing the accused man's plea against an order of the Delhi High Court which dismissed his plea to grant him bail, after noting the seriousness of the allegations against the accused. After the woman lodged a complaint, the Delhi police lodged against the accused manunder various sections of the IPC, including rape, 506 (Criminal intimidation and 354 (Outraging the modesty of a woman) and currently the case was under investigation.
Cong slams BJP for its MLCs Pakistani remark against Karnataka IAS officer
New Delhi: The Congress on Wednesday slammed the BJP over its MLCs controversial remark on Kalaburagi deputy commissioner Fouzia Tarannum and said if the country is portrayed as Modi-Shahs India abroad it would not get respect as Gandhi-Nehru-Patels India has to be shown for that. An FIR has been registered against Karnataka BJP MLC N 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 .
Delhi HC asks Centre to consider plea for law against sexual crimes on animals
The petition came in the wake of the complete repeal of Section 377 of the Indian Penal Code under the new Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023
TMC Politician, Derek OBriens Near-Death Flight to Kashmir Becomes Lesson in Gratitude
SRINAGAR: On May 21, when senior Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Derek OBrien boarded an IndiGo flight from Delhi to Srinagar, he expected little more than another routine journey in public life. But what unfolded in the skies over North India left him shaken, emotional, and profoundly altered. OBrien was en route as part of a [] The post TMC Politician, Derek OBriens Near-Death Flight to Kashmir Becomes Lesson in Gratitude appeared first on Kashmir Life .
Indias Right To Defend Its People Against Terrorism Recognised By Various Countries: EAM Jaishankar
New Delhi, May 28: India gave a firm, resolute and measured response by destroying terror centres and launchpads in the wake of the Pahalgam attack, and the countrys right to defend its people against terrorism has also been recognised by nations across the world, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday. In his address at an event held at the Italian embassy here, he also recalled the solidarity expressed by Italy following the barbaric terror attack on April 22 [] The post Indias Right To Defend Its People Against Terrorism Recognised By Various Countries: EAM Jaishankar appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Court Sentences 74-Year-Old Rickshaw Puller to 20 Years RI for Digitally Raping Minor Girls
Limca becomes Rs 2,800-crore brand in 2024, says Coca-Cola India
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India's right to defend its people against terrorism recognised by various countries: EAM Jaishankar
NEW DELHI: India gave a firm, resolute and measured response by destroying terror centres and launchpads in the wake of the Pahalgam attack, and the country's right to defend its people against terrorism has also been recognised by nations across the world, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday. In his address at an event held at the Italian embassy here, he also recalled the solidarity expressed by Italy following the arbaric terror attack on April 22 in which 26 lives were lost. The external affairs minister underlined that India-Italy bilateral ties are undoubtedly on an upward trajectory. The event was hosted this evening to mark Italy's National Day. We are thankful for Italy's solidarity and support to India following the barbaric terror attack in Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir. India gave a firm and resolute and measured response by destroying the relevant terror centres and launchpads, Jaishankar said. India decimated nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir with precision strikes early on May 7 under Operation Sindoor, in response to the dastardly Pahalgam massacre. India's right to defend its people against acts of terror has also been recognised by countries across the world. We believe that the world will have zero tolerance for terrorism and cross-border terrorism, he said. In his address, Jaishankar said India's strategic partnership with Italy is based on shared values and converging interests. This is evident on platforms like G20 and the meetings between Prime Minster Narendra Modi and his Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni at G20 and G7 fora. He underlined that India's partnership with Italy is also in multilateral initiatives such as the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, Global Biofuels Alliance, Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative, International Solar Alliance, and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure. Our bilateral relations have intensified after adoption of the Joint Strategic Action Plan for 2025-29, by our Prime Ministers last November. We are hopeful that the roadmap provided in the JSAP will result in concrete and practical outcome for our societies and peoples, he said. Trade and economic cooperation form an important pillar of our partnership, the external affairs minister added. Jaishankar also underlined that the the Indian diaspora in Italy is among the largest in Europe, and they are well received and appreciated for their contribution in various sectors. In his address, he said, Either in the Indo-Pacific or Indo-Mediterranean, as peninsular nations, India and Italy share maritime interests and a commitment to ensuring freedom of navigation and shipping. Italy's greater presence in the Indo-Pacific Region as well as its undertaking activities under... will surely boost our cooperation further, he said. Jaishankar asserted that India-Italy relations are undoubtedly on an upward trajectory. There is a new momentum of political dialogue, of visits, of interest in each other's potentials, which I am confident will be tapped by stakeholders, he said. He also reiterated the Indian government's commitment to consolidate India-Italy Strategic Partnership.
'Lashkar bhi tumhara ... ': Vinesh Phogat's bold reply to Brij Bhushan Singh
Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat and Bajrang Punia have strongly criticised Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh after a Delhi court dismissed the POCSO Act case against him. Punia highlighted Singh's celebratory roadshow despite six other sexual harassment cases still pending. He alleges continued pressure on the remaining female wrestlers to withdraw their complaints.
830 kg ganja, concealed in hidden chamber of a New Delhi-bound truck, seized in Telangana
SC closes proceedings before MP HC against Vijay Shah for his remarks on Colonel Sofiya Qureshi
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday in its order directed the closing of the case proceedings before the Madhya Pradesh High Court against state cabinet minister Kunwar Vijay Shah for his alleged remarks against Indian Army officer, Col Sofiya Qureshi, noting that it (SC) was now looking into the matter. Let the Madhya Pradesh High Court close the proceedings in view of the case here (Supreme Court). Let there shall be no parallel proceedings, said a two-judge bench of the top court, led by Justice Surya Kant and Justice N Kotiswar Singh, in its order. The apex court was hearing an appeal filed by Shah challenging the Madhya Pradesh HC's suo motu order for registration of an FIR against Shah for his remarks against Colonel Qureshi. The SC noted that the SIT has seized some devices and started its investigation.Status report by the DIG has been filed. It is stated that the SIT of three IPS officers was constituted and an investigation conducted on May 21, the top court said. The SIT filed the status report before the top court, after complying with its earlier order. After going through the status report, the top court observed that the probe was at an initial stage, clubbing with the fact that that mobile phone (of Shah) was seized. The witness statements were also recorded in the case. Let the investigation continue, and a status report be filed then. Interim order to continue, the bench stated in its order and posted the matter for further hearing to July. During the hearing on Wednesday, the bench perused and recorded the status report submitted by DIG Police, which stated that an SIT of three IPS officers was constituted in pursuance of the apex court's earlier order. Following the top court's order on May 19, Madhya Pradesh DGP constituted the SIT, comprising IG, Sagar Range, Pramod Verma, DIG, SAF, Kalyan Chakraborty and Dindori SP Vahini Singh. It is to be noted that Shah made the alleged remark at a public programme in Raikunda village in Indore district on May 12. Following this, the FIR was filed against him under Sections 152, 196(1)(b), and 197 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).Shahs counsel had said that he had publicly apologised for his remarks. Earlier in the hearing on May 19, the top court pulled up Shahfor his alleged remarks onColonelQureshi and constituted a three-member special investigation team to probe the FIR lodged against him in the matter, terming his statements as shameful. The entire nation was in shame due to the comments... We saw your videos, you were on the verge of using very filthy language, but somehow better sense prevailed, or you did not find suitable words. You should be ashamed. Entire country is proud of our Army, and you made this statement, said the bench. The court had told the minister that it had seen his videos where he made the remarks and his apology, and wondered if they were crocodile tears or an attempt to wriggle out of the legal proceedings. While refusing to acceptShah's apology, the top court had earlier questioned the apology made by him and said he had not committed any contempt of court to express an apology for his words.The kind of crass comments you made, completely thoughtlessly... We don't need this apology, the apex court castigated and censured him. On May 14, the Madhya Pradesh HC had -- taking suo motu cognisance of his irresponsible comments in the matter -- made strong objection toShah's comment and ordered the police to register an FIR against him. Following the order of the HC, an FIR was registered againstShah. It is significant to note that the Indian Army officerColonel Qureshi had recently briefed the media about Operation Sindoor, which was earlier going on against Pakistan. The controversy came to light after a video clip ofShah's speech went viral on social media. In his clarification,Shahsaid his comments were taken out of context and were meant to praiseColonelQureshi's bravery.
Nepal arrests five Indian nationals over kidnapping of Bangladeshis for ransom
KATHMANDU: Nepal Police have busted a kidnapping racket and arrested five Indian nationals on Wednesday for allegedly holding Bangladeshi tourists hostage for ransom in the Himalayan nation. Those arrested include Shiva Saurabh, 34, from Delhi, Ramesh Jadav, 64, from Kanpur; and Dipak Kumar, 32, Sandip Kumar, 36, and Jasprit Singh, 38, all from Punjab, according to Senior Superintendent of Police Apil Bohara, spokesperson for Kathmandu Metropolitan Police. The gang had abducted seven Bangladeshi nationals visiting Nepal under the pretext of offering them cheap travel packages, Bohara told PTI . The Bangladeshi nationals were held hostage in a rented house in Lalitpur Metropolitan City, within the Kathmandu Valley, and were subjected to both mental and physical torture, police said. The criminals seized USD 2,000-3,500 from each person and their mobile phones, and forced them to request millions of dollars in ransom via WhatsApp. The Bangladeshi nationals were reportedly beaten and threatened with death. The police, acting upon a tip-off, arrested the Indian nationals from different parts of Kathmandu. The Kathmandu District Court has granted a six-day judicial remand for further investigation.
NHAI starts trial run of underpasses on Dwarka Expressway
To ease traffic between Delhi and Gurugram, NHAI has started testing the Dwarka Expressway tunnel. This trial run will happen for three hours daily. The goal is to check traffic flow and safety. The tunnel has CCTV and emergency exits. It aims to connect the expressway to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Congress questions Centre over Trumps claim of mediating between India, Pakistan
New Delhi: The Congress on Wednesday called US President Donald Trumps repeated claims of brokering the India-Pakistan ceasefire a dangerous sign and challenged the BJP-led Centre to come clean on what transpired before the two nations reached an understanding while Operation Sindoor was underway. Congress leader Ashok Gehlot made the remarks at the Jai Hind 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 .
Details Of Journalist Rana Ayyub's X Account Awaited, Delhi Police Informs Court
The police also told the court that further investigation would be conducted after it receives a reply from the social media platform.
Dish TV India appoints Manoj Dobhal as Chairman of Board
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Details of journalist Rana Ayyubs X account awaited, Delhi Police informs court
New Delhi: The Delhi Police on Wednesday filed a status report before a court here stating that details of the X account allegedly belonging to journalist Rana Ayyub, who is facing an FIR over 2016-17 derogatory posts, were awaited. The police also told the court that further investigation would be conducted after it receives a 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 .
Hindenburg report: Ex-SEBI chief Madhabi Puri Buch given clean chit
New Delhi: Anti-corruption ombudsman Lokpal on Wednesday disposed of complaints alleging impropriety and conflict of interest against former SEBI chief Madhabi Puri Buch based on a Hindenburg Research report, terming the charges as presumptions and assumptions not supported by any verifiable material. The Lokpal said that the complaints, including the one by TMC MP Mahua 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 .
Exclusive: Pronto In Talks To Raise $12 Mn From General Catalyst, Glade Brook Capital
Delhi NCR-based home services startup Pronto, which raised $2 Mn earlier this month, is in advanced discussions with investors to
How Do You Remove Sitting High Court Judge? Impeachment Process Explained
The government is considering impeachment charges against Justice Yashwant Varma, the ex-Delhi High Court judge from whose home burnt bundles of cash were allegedly found in March.
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Delhi High Court declines to entertain plea for Gujjar Regiment in Army
Terming the PIL absolutely divisive, Bench asked counsel for the petitioner to do some research before taking up such petitions
Three Indians go missing in Iran, New Delhi urges authorities to ensure...
Three Indian citizens have gone missing in Iran, and the Indian Embassy in Iran has taken up the matter with the Iranian authorities. The Indian Embassy said that the family members of three Indian nationals informed them that their relatives went missing after travelling to Iran.
J&Ks Lithium To Contribute To Indias Net Zero By 2070 Target: Dr Jitendra
NEW DELHI, May 28 : Addressing the Battery Summit 2025 here today, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Minister of State for PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh referred to recent discoveries of vast Lithium reserves in Jammu & Kashmirs Reasi district which promise to contribute to Indias Net Zero by 2070 target and called for intensified efforts to explore and harness such hitherto unutilised resources across the country. The [] The post J&Ks Lithium To Contribute To Indias Net Zero By 2070 Target: Dr Jitendra appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Delhi HC Slams Police Over Flawed Kapil Mishra Probe
Mishra is accused of promoting enmity and disharmony among religious groups.
Gaurav Gogoi questions Amit Shahs inaction on drug crisis in Northeast
Guwahati: Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on Wednesday criticized the BJP-led governments in the Northeast for failing to control the growing drug menace in the region. Speaking at a press conference at the Indian National Congress office in New Delhi, Gogoi expressed alarm over the scale of narcotics trafficking and substance abuse in states like Mizoram, [] The post Gaurav Gogoi questions Amit Shahs inaction on drug crisis in Northeast appeared first on NorthEast Now .
Metro for travel not trends: DMRC warns commuters against making reels
The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has urged commuters to avoid creating reels while traveling on its trains, emphasizing passenger safety. DMRC, in a post on X, stated that the metro is for travel, not for trends. They further added that a smooth and safe journey matters more than a few seconds of fame.
Allahabad HC Bar Association backs proposed impeachment move against Justice Varma
LUCKNOW: Calling the proposed impeachment motion to be brought against Justice Yashwant Varma over the alleged recovery of huge cache of cash from his residence in New Delhi, a step towards keeping peoples faith in judiciary intact, Allahabad High Court Bar Association welcomed the move and supported it. Saying that peoples trust was the foundation of the power of judiciary, Anil Tiwari, the president of Allahabad High Court Bar Association, said that such a move would make the people feel that their voice was heard at the highest level. It is a step towards the victory of the public and the cause, said Tiwari while appealing to all the political parties to vote in favour of the impeachment. Notably, Justice Varma came under the limelight when, on March 21, media was replete with reports of a fire at a storeroom in the outhouse of his official bungalow and subsequent recovery of sacks of cash currencies. The then Chief Justice of India, Justice Sanjiv Khanna, took cognisance of the matter and on March 22 initiated an in-house inquiry against the judge by a panel of three High Court judges to examine the allegations against Justice Varma. Justice Varma, however, denied possession of cash and claimed it to be a conspiracy against him. Impeachment proceedings against Justice Yashwant Varma likely On March 24, the Delhi High Court passed an order stripping Justice Varma of all judicial work in pursuance of directions from the Supreme Court of India. Subsequently, the Supreme Court collegiums recommended transfer of Justice Varma to the Allahabad High Court. Amid strong opposition by Bar Association, Justice Varma was administered oath by the chief justice of the Allahabad High Court in his chamber on April 5, 2025. Unlike the usual public oath-taking ceremonies organized for judges, an event attended by various dignitaries, Justice Varma took his oath in a private setting, within chamber. Justice Varma, who originally belonged to the Allahabad High Court and took oath as judge here in 2014, was transferred to the Delhi High Court in 2021. However, after being transferred to Allahabad High Court, the then CJI directed the Allahabad High Court Chief Justice not to assign judicial work to Justice Varma. Now the in-house inquiry panel of three high court judges has submitted its report to the Chief Justice of India, who, in turn, submitted it the President of India.
Apeejay School of Management Excels in the Times B-School Rankings 2025
Business Wire India Apeejay School of Management, Dwarka Campus fostering leadership and innovation in a serene, state-of-the-art environment. Apeejay School of Management (ASM) celebrates its remarkable achievements and dedication to academic excellence, securing distinguished positions in the Times B-School Ranking Survey 2025. Renowned for its robust programs and transformative education, ASM continues to set benchmarks among PGDM institutes in Delhi and beyond. Prestigious Rankings ASMs consistent performance reaffirms its status as one of the top private MBA colleges in Delhi NCR . The latest rankings place ASM as follows: 3rd among the Top 20 Private Business Schools in North India 7th among the Top 50 Private Business Institutes in India 12th among the Top 100 Business Schools (private & government) These achievements underscore ASMs commitment to shaping professionals ready to excel in todays dynamic business landscape. Recent Awards & Recognition In addition to its Times B-School Rankings, ASM has added another feather to its cap by being honored in the Education World Indian Higher Education Rankings 202526 under two prestigious categories: Exemplary Researcher of the Year Best Institute for Providing Industry-Relevant Program These accolades are a testament to ASMs visionary leadership, industry-aligned curriculum, and focus on innovation and research. Cutting-Edge PGDM Program (equivalent to MBA by AIU) ASM offers a thoughtfully designed PGDM Program (equivalent to MBA by Association of Indian Universities) tailored to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical applications. With a vision to create industry-ready experts, our programs equip students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in challenging, fast-paced environments. 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74-Year-Old Rickshaw Puller Gets 20-Year Jail Term For Raping Minor Girls In Delhi
According to the prosecution, the convict committed digital rape on both minor girls on several occasions in 2021.
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Felt Unsafe For The First Time: Woman's Harrowing Encounter With Stalker On Delhi Metro
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Citing auto sales figures, Congress claims most Indians locked out of consumption economy
New Delhi, May 28 (PTI) Flagging a reported drop in the share of passenger cars in the overall auto sales, the Congress on Wednesday claimed that it points to most Indians being locked out of the consumption economy, growing inequality, stagnant incomes and weak investment. Congress general secretary in-charge of Communications Jairam Ramesh shared a media report which claimed that while the middle class is increasingly unable to transition from two-wheelers to entry-level cars, the sport utility vehicle (SUV) segment is recording a rising share of first-time buyers. There was no immediate response from the government or the BJP. India
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Rickshaw Puller, 74, Gets 20-Year Jail Term For Sexually Assaulting Minor Girls In Delhi
A court here has sentenced a 74-year-old rickshaw puller to rigorous imprisonment of 20 years for committing sexual assault on two minor girls, aged six and seven years, in 2021.
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Modi Naturals Announces Stellar Growth of 66% for FY25 Financial Results
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Government raises paddy MSP to Rs 2,369 per quintal for 2025-26
NEW DELHI: The government on Wednesday raised the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for paddy by 3 per cent to Rs 2,369 per quintal for the 2025-26 kharif marketing season. A decision in this regard was taken by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The support price for common and A grade varieties has been increased by Rs 69 per quintal to Rs 2,369 and Rs 2,389 per quintal, respectively, for the forthcoming kharif season of 2025-26 crop year (July-June). Among pulses, support price for tur has been raised by Rs 450 to Rs 8,000 per quintal, while that of urad MSP by Rs 400 to RS 7,800 per quintal and moong MSP by Rs 86 to Rs 8768 per quintal for 2025-26 kharif marketing season. The government has increased the MSP of Kharif crops for 2025-26, to ensure remunerative prices to the growers for their produce, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told reporters. The highest absolute increase in MSP over the previous year has been recommended for nigerseed, followed by Ragi, Cotton, and Sesamum. The increase in kharif crops support price for 2025-26 is in line with the Union Budget 2018-19 announcement of fixing the MSP at a level of at least 1.5 times the All-India weighted average cost of production.
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Three Indians go missing in Tehran, India raises issue with Iran government
Three Indians who had travelled to Iran - from Punjab's Sangrur, Hoshiarpur and SBS Nagar - are missing, the Indian Embassy in Tehran has confirmed, adding that efforts are on to trace them urgently. Moreover, the External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, according to a report, raised the issue directly with Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Ravanchi during a recent diplomatic engagement in New Delhi. The three missing men have been identified as: Hushanpreet Singh (Sangrur), Jaspal Singh (SBS Nagar) and Amritpal Singh (Hoshiarpur). They all went missing on May 1, shortly after landing in Tehran. Family members of 3 Indian citizens have informed the Embassy of India that their relatives are missing after having travelled to Iran. The Embassy has strongly taken up this matter with the Iranian authorities, and requested that the missing Indians should be urgently traced and their safety should be ensured, the Indian Embassy said in a statement. The Embassy added that it is keeping the family members regularly updated of the efforts being made by it. An agent in Punjab had promised the three men to send them to Australia via the Dubai-Iran route. He reportedly assured them that they will be provided a stay in Iran. But soon after they landed in Iran on May 1, they were kidnapped. The kidnappers, said the families, demanded a ransom of Rs 1 crore. A video of the men tied up in yellow ropes and blood dripping from their arms was sent by the kidnappers, said the families. They threatened to kill the men if money was not sent, the families added. The victims used to talk to their family members through the phones of the kidnappers. Since May 11, the families have not been in contact with them. The agent from Hoshiarpur who sent the men abroad is reportedly missing.
22, 24 carat Gold prices down across Indian cities on May 28
'C-grade Bollywood movie that'll flop miserably': Gaurav Gogoi on Assam CM's allegations
NEW DELHI: Debunking claims that he had alleged links with the Pakistani establishment, newly-appointed Assam Congress chief Gaurav Gogoi on Wednesday said he had gone to Pakistan only once 12 years ago and that the BJP was raking up the issue like a C-grade Bollywood movie that is going to flop miserably. Gogoi also asked why the BJP government at the Centre had not acted for the last 11 years if there was any wrongdoing and stated that Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma was making these allegations with the intention of creating doubts in the minds of the Congress leadership about his credentials but that had been decimated. Allegations are made and I would like to clarify that people of the state are not misled. About 14-15 years ago, my wife, who is a well-known expert in public policy, worked on an international project in South Asia focused on climate change. She spent one year in Pakistan before returning to India around 2012-13, Gogoi said at a press conference at the Congress' 24, Akbar Road office. Since then, she has continued her work and took a new job in 2015. I also remember going with her once in 2013. Their (the BJP's) job is defamation and by raking this issue they are creating this whole thing like a C-grade Bollywood movie which they have said would be released on September 10. But that is going to be a flop miserably, he said. Gogoi said he would like to ask if there had been any wrongdoing on his wife or his part, then why the government had not acted in the last 11 years. What were the government and probe agencies doing, he asked. Responding to Gogoi's remarks, Sarma posted on X, Finally, Congress MP Shri Gaurav Gogoi has admitted that he visited Pakistan. But let us be very clear - this is just the beginning, not the end. What lies ahead is far more serious. There exists every reasonable ground, supported by credible inputs and documented information, to suggest that Shri Gogoi has maintained proximity with the Pakistani establishment. The Government of Assam, committed to transparency and accountability, will make everything public on 10th September, once the Special Investigation Team (SIT) concludes its comprehensive inquiry. The people of Assam and the nation deserve the truth - and they shall have it, in full, Sarma said. But the people will also not forget - nor forgive - the Congress party and Rahul Gandhi for deliberately promoting such a dangerous and compromised individual into the public life of our country, he said. Assam CM alleges Gaurav Gogoi 'visited Pakistan on ISI invitation'; Congress slams statement as 'worse than atrocious'
Union Home Minister Amit Shah Calls On President Murmu
NEW DELHI, May 28: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Wednesday called on President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here. A picture of the meeting was shared by the presidents office in a post on X. Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan, it said in the post. (AGENCIES) The post Union Home Minister Amit Shah Calls On President Murmu appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
A young tech professional from Delhi set social media abuzz after sharing his incredible journey: from starting out at Rs 5.5 lakh per annum with IBM just a year ago to now landing a Rs 45 lakh package.
Bihar STF Sub-Inspector, Constable Killed as SUV Overturns Near Ratlam
SUV carrying STF team overturns on Mumbai-Delhi Expressway; four others injured
BJP super spokesperson: Udit Raj slams Tharoor for crossed LoC for first time in 2016 remark
New Delhi, May 28: Congress leader Udit Raj on Wednesday slammed party colleague Shashi Tharoor for his reported remarks that India breached the Line of Control (Loc) for the first time during the 2016 surgical strike on a terror base, saying he should be declared a super spokesperson of the BJP. Congress MP Tharoor, who is leading a multi-party delegation to five countries, while speaking in Panama reportedly said that when for the first time India breached the LoC between [] The post BJP super spokesperson: Udit Raj slams Tharoor for crossed LoC for first time in 2016 remark appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
NEW DELHI: The Centre on Wednesday raised the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for paddy by 3 per cent (Rs 69) to Rs 2,369 per quintal, while up to 9 per cent rise in pulses and oilseeds rates for the 2025-26 kharif marketing season. The agriculture ministry's proposal on MSP for the new kharif season was approved in the meeting of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The announcement comes amid southwest monsoon reaching earlier than usual, giving a boost to the sowing of kharif crops, which contribute over 50 per cent of India's total annual foodgrain production. Briefing media after the cabinet meeting, Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, Two key decisions were taken for the welfare of farmers -- kharif crops MSP and interest subvention scheme . In the last 10-11 years, there has been a massive increase in the support price of 14 kharif crops in line with the recommendation of the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices, he said. For the 2025-26 kharif marketing season, the support price for 'common' and 'A grade' varieties of paddy has been increased by Rs 69 each to Rs 2,369 per quintal and Rs 2389 per quintal, respectively. Among other cereals, the support price of ragi has been raised by by Rs 596 to Rs 4,886 per quintal, jowar by Rs 328 to Rs 3,699 per quintal (hybrid) and Rs 3,749 per quintal (Maldani),maize by Rs 175 to Rs 2,400 per quintal and bajra by Rs 150 to Rs 2,775 per quintal for 2025-26. Pulses MSP has been increased by up to 5.96 per cent, while that of oilseeds by up to 9 per cent from over the previous year to boost domestic production and reduce the import dependency. The support price for tur has been increased by Rs 450 to Rs 8,000 per quintal, urad by Rs 400 to Rs 7,400 per quintal and moong by Rs 86 to Rs 8,768 per quintal for the said period. Similarly, groundnut MSP has been raised by Rs 480 to Rs 7,263 per quintal, soyabean by Rs 436 to Rs 5,329 per quintal, sunflower seeds by Rs 441 to Rs 7,721 per quintal for the 2025-26 kharif marketing season. Sesamum support rate has been increased by Rs 579 per quintal to Rs 9846, while that of nigerseed by Rs 820 per quintal to Rs 9,537 for 2025-26. Among cash crops, cotton MSP has been increased by Rs 589 per quintal each to Rs 7,710 (medium staple) and Rs 8,110 (long staple), respectively, for 2025-26. In recent years, the government has been promoting the cultivation of crops other than cereals, such as pulses and oilseeds, and nutri-cereals/shree Anna, by offering a higher MSP for these crops. The increase in 2025-26 kharif crops MSP is in line with the Union Budget 2018-19 announcement of fixing the MSP at a level of at least 1.5 times the All-India weighted average cost of production. The expected margin to farmers over their cost of production is estimated to be highest in the case of bajra (63 per cent), followed by maize (59 per cent), tur (59 per cent) and urad (53 per cent). For the rest of the crops, margin to farmers over their cost of production is estimated to be at 50 per cent, the minister added. The highest absolute increase in MSP over the previous year has been recommended for nigerseed, followed by ragi, cotton, and sesamum.
Delhi Airport Among Top 10 Hub Airports in Asia-Pacific, Middle East
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Gold Climbs Rs 500 To Rs 99,000/10 G; Silver Rallies Rs 1,000/Kg
New Delhi, May 28: Gold prices climbed Rs 500 to Rs 99,000 per 10 grams in the national capital on Wednesday amid a firm trend in the overseas markets, according to the All India Sarafa Association. The precious metal of 99.5 per cent purity rose Rs 500 to Rs 98,500 per 10 grams (inclusive of all taxes). Also, silver prices rallied Rs 1,000 to Rs 1,00,000 per kg (inclusive of all taxes) on Wednesday. The metal had declined Rs 1,370 [] The post Gold Climbs Rs 500 To Rs 99,000/10 G; Silver Rallies Rs 1,000/Kg appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Blood cancer spikes among young adults
New Delhi is facing a surge in acute myeloid leukaemia cases, with 3,000 reported annually and a concerning rise among 30-40 year olds. Experts highlight low treatment completion rates due to financial constraints and delayed diagnosis.
NEW DELHI: Congress leader Udit Raj on Wednesday slammed party colleague Shashi Tharoor for his reported remarks that India breached the Line of Control (Loc) for the first time during the 2016 surgical strike on a terror base, saying he should be declared a super spokesperson of the BJP. Congress MP Tharoor, who is leading a multi-party delegation to five countries, while speaking in Panama reportedly said that when for the first time India breached the LoC between India and Pakistan to conduct a surgical strike on a terror base that was something we had not done before. Tagging Tharoor's remarks, Raj said, My dear Shashi Tharoor, Alas! I could prevail upon PM Modi to declare you as super spokesperson of BJP , even declaring (you) as foreign minister before landing in India. How could you denigrate the golden history of Congress by saying that before PM Modi , India never crossed LoC and International border. In 1965 Indian Army entered Pakistan at multiple points, which completely surprised the Pakistanis in the Lahore sector. In 1971, India tore Pakistan in two pieces and during UPA government several surgical strikes were unleashed but drum beating was not done to encash (it) politically, he said. How could you be so dishonest to the party which gave you so much, asked Raj, who is the chairman of the Unorganised Workers and Employees Congress Other Than Professionals. Raj's post on X was also reposted by Congress' media and publicity department head Pawan Khera. Last month also, Raj had hit out at Tharoor for his reported o country has 100-per cent foolproof intelligence remarks, wondering that being a Congressman, how did he become the BJP's lawyer and was giving the ruling party a clean chit on the Pahalgam terror attack. Tharoor had hit back at Raj, saying the latter is a former BJP MP and is better qualified to understand who speaks for the BJP. In a post on X, Raj had said, According to you Congress should guarantee foolproof intelligence to BJP and nothing should be asked of the BJP. Shashi Tharoor said no country has 100 per cent foolproof intelligence? At the time of 26/11 Mumbai attack, Modi ji had said after reaching Mumbai from Gujarat that it is the failure of the central government. He also said that the problem is the Centre and not the border. How did the terrorists come when the intelligence, BSF, CRPF are with the Centre. Tharoor ji, ask from Modi ji, Raj had said. Following the Pahalgam attack, Tharoor has been making comments on the India-Pakistan conflict that are at variance with the party's stand, which has been questioning the government over US President Donald Trump's claims of mediating a ceasefire between the two countries.
Congress leader Udit Raj calls Tharoor BJPs super spokesperson over LoC remark
NEW DELHI: Congress leader Udit Raj on Wednesday slammed party colleague Shashi Tharoor for his reported remarks that India breached the Line of Control (Loc) for the first time during the 2016 surgical strike on a terror base, saying he should be declared a super spokesperson of the BJP. Congress MP Tharoor, who is leading a multi-party delegation to five countries, while speaking in Panama reportedly said that when for the first time India breached the LoC between India and Pakistan to conduct a surgical strike on a terror base that was something we had not done before. Tagging Tharoor's remarks, Raj said, My dear Shashi Tharoor, Alas! I could prevail upon PM Modi to declare you as super spokesperson of BJP , even declaring (you) as foreign minister before landing in India. How could you denigrate the golden history of Congress by saying that before PM Modi , India never crossed LoC and International border. In 1965 Indian Army entered Pakistan at multiple points, which completely surprised the Pakistanis in the Lahore sector. In 1971, India tore Pakistan in two pieces and during UPA government several surgical strikes were unleashed but drum beating was not done to encash (it) politically, he said. How could you be so dishonest to the party which gave you so much, asked Raj, who is the chairman of the Unorganised Workers and Employees Congress Other Than Professionals. Raj's post on X was also reposted by Congress' media and publicity department head Pawan Khera. Last month also, Raj had hit out at Tharoor for his reported o country has 100-per cent foolproof intelligence remarks, wondering that being a Congressman, how did he become the BJP's lawyer and was giving the ruling party a clean chit on the Pahalgam terror attack. Tharoor had hit back at Raj, saying the latter is a former BJP MP and is better qualified to understand who speaks for the BJP. In a post on X, Raj had said, According to you Congress should guarantee foolproof intelligence to BJP and nothing should be asked of the BJP. Shashi Tharoor said no country has 100 per cent foolproof intelligence? At the time of 26/11 Mumbai attack, Modi ji had said after reaching Mumbai from Gujarat that it is the failure of the central government. He also said that the problem is the Centre and not the border. How did the terrorists come when the intelligence, BSF, CRPF are with the Centre. Tharoor ji, ask from Modi ji, Raj had said. Following the Pahalgam attack, Tharoor has been making comments on the India-Pakistan conflict that are at variance with the party's stand, which has been questioning the government over US President Donald Trump's claims of mediating a ceasefire between the two countries.
SC asks Assam Human Rights Commission to probe police encounter cases
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday directed the Assam Human Rights Commission (AHRC) to conduct an independent probe into police encounter cases where proper procedure was allegedly not followed in the state between May 2021 and August 2022. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh, which disposed of a plea alleging fake encounters by Assam police, said that though a few specific instances might warrant further evaluation, a blanket direction based on a mere compilation of cases was not justified. The plea sought an independent investigation into over 171 police encounters in Assam between May 2021 and August 2022. The bench said among many cases flagged by petitioner Arif Md Yeasin Jwadder for alleged non-compliance with procedural guidelines laid down by the court in 2014 on the investigation into encounters, most appear to be factually incorrect. Barring a few of the cases, it was difficult to conclude that there were flagrant violations of guidelines, the court said. We entrust this matter to Assam HRC for necessary enquiry, independently and expeditiously. It must be ensured that victims and family members are given a fair opportunity, the bench said and directed the Commission headed by a retired high court chief justice to issue a public notice inviting claims of the aggrieved, while ensuring confidentiality. The top court granted liberty to the AHRC to initiate further investigations into the allegations of fake encounters and asked the Assam government to extend cooperation and remove any institutional barriers in the inquiry process. It asked the AHRC to safeguard the privacy of the complainants and to approach the matter with sensitivity. It directed the Assam State Legal Services Authority to provide legal aid to the kin of victims of alleged fake encounters. On February 25, the top court had reserved its verdict on the plea alleging fake police encounters in Assam and non-adherence to the 2014 guidelines. The Assam government has told the top court that the 2014 guidelines for investigating police encounters were duly followed in the state and that any unnecessary targeting of security forces was demoralising. The Assam government had said the Supreme Court's guidelines for the investigation of police encounters in the 2014 case of PUCL v. Maharashtra were being followed to the hilt and questioned the bonafide of the petitioner Arif Md Yeasin Jwadder. On February 4, the top court said it couldn't get into the merit of the alleged 171 police encounters but would only see whether its guidelines on such extra-judicial killings were duly followed. The petitioner has challenged a January 2023 order of the Gauhati High Court, which dismissed a PIL over the encounters by Assam Police. In its order, the high court referred to an affidavit of the Assam government stating that 171 incidents took place between May 2021 and August 2022 in which 56 people died, including four in custody, and 145 were injured. On October 22, last year, the top court termed the situation very serious and sought details, including on the probe conducted in these matters. In July 2023, it sought responses from the Assam government and others on the plea challenging the high court order. The petitioner claimed before the high court that over 80 fake encounters were conducted by Assam Police from May 2021 till the filing of the writ petition, resulting in 28 deaths.
Indian womens hockey team leaves for European Leg of FIH Pro League
New Delhi, May 28: Eyeing a strong outing in the European leg of the FIH Pro League, the Indian womens hockey team departed for Amsterdam from Bengaluru on Wednesday morning. The Indian team will train in Amsterdam until June 8 before heading to London for their first four matches against Australia and Argentina. India will take on the Australian womens team on June 14 and 15, followed by matches against Argentina on June 17 and 18. Subsequently, India will travel [] The post Indian womens hockey team leaves for European Leg of FIH Pro League appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cabinet approves continuation of interest subvention scheme for farmers
NEW DELHI: The government on Wednesday approved continuation of Modified Interest Subvention Scheme (MISS) for 2025-26 under which farmers get short-term credit at affordable rate through Kisan Credit card (KCC). The decision regarding continuation of MISS for fiscal year 2025-26 with the existing 1.5 per cent interest subvention was taken by the Union Cabinet, informed Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw. The continuation of the scheme will cost exchequer Rs 15,640 crore. MISS is a Central Sector Scheme aimed at ensuring the availability of short-term credit to farmers at an affordable interest rate through KCC. Under MISS, farmers get short-term loans of up to Rs 3 lakh through KCC at a subsidised interest rate of 7 per cent, with 1.5 per cent interest subvention provided to eligible lending institutions. Additionally, farmers repaying loans promptly are eligible for an incentive of up to 3 per cent as Prompt Repayment Incentive (PRI), effectively reducing their interest rate on KCC loans to 4 per cent. For loans taken exclusively for animal husbandry or fisheries, the interest benefit is applicable up to Rs 2 lakh. An official release said that no changes have been proposed in the structure or other components of the scheme. There are more than 7.75 crore of KCC accounts in the country. The continuation of the support is critical to sustaining the flow of institutional credit to agriculture, which is vital for enhancing productivity and ensuring financial inclusion for small and marginal farmers, the release said. Institutional credit disbursement through KCC increased from Rs 4.26 lakh crore in 2014 to Rs 10.05 lakh crore by December 2024. Overall agricultural credit flow also rose from Rs 7.3 lakh crore in 2013-14 to Rs 25.49 lakh crore in 2023-24. Given the current lending cost trends, median MCLR (Marginal Cost of Funds-based Lending Rate) and repo rate movements, retaining the interest subvention rate at 1.5 per cent remains essential to support rural and cooperative banks and ensure continued access to low-cost credit for farmers, the release said. It further said the Cabinet's decision reinforces the government's unwavering commitment to doubling farmers' income, strengthening the rural credit ecosystem, and boosting agricultural growth through timely and affordable credit access.
Govt hikes MSP for Paddy by 3% to 2,369/Quintal for 2025-26 Kharif Season
New Delhi, May 28: In a move aimed at boosting farmer incomes, the Union Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved a 3% hike in the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for paddy, setting it at 2,369 per quintal for the 2025-26 Kharif marketing season. The revised MSP for [] The post Govt hikes MSP for Paddy by 3% to 2,369/Quintal for 2025-26 Kharif Season appeared first on Northlines .
IndiGo appoints Vikram Singh Mehta as Chairman
NEW DELHI, May 28:ndiGo, the countrys largest airline, on Wednesday announced the appointment of Vikram Singh Mehta as the new Chairman, succeeding Venkataramani Sumantran. Mehta has been a Member of the Board of InterGlobe Aviation Ltd (IndiGo) since May 2022. In a release, IndiGo said Mehta succeeds Sumantran, who stepped down from the post after the completion of his five-year term as a board member. The post IndiGo appoints Vikram Singh Mehta as Chairman appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
24 IPS, 14 DANIPS officers transferred in major Delhi Police reshuffle
New Delhi: The Delhi Police in a major reshufle transferred 24 Indian Police Service (IPS) officers and 14 Delhi, Andaman and Nicobar Islands Police Service (DANIPS) officers, the LG office said on Wednesday. According to the order issued by the office of Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena, several senior officers have been assigned new charges across units and ranges. David Lalringsanga (1995 batch) has been posted as Special Commissioner of Police, SPUWAC and SPUNER Special Police Unit for [] The post 24 IPS, 14 DANIPS officers transferred in major Delhi Police reshuffle appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Cabinet okays interest subsidy on farmers loans for 2025-26
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Wednesday approved the continuation of the interest subvention component under the modified interest subvention scheme (MISS) for loans to farmers during the financial year 2025-26, and approved the required fund arrangements, according to an official statement issued after the meeting. MISS is a Central []
Implement CBSEs sugar boards to curb excessive sugar consumption among schoolchildren: FSSAI
NEW DELHI: Highlighting a recent directive from the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) on the establishment of sugar boards in schools, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has urged states to support and implement the initiative to help curb excessive sugar consumption among schoolchildren and foster healthier dietary habits from an early age. The matter was discussed during the 47th Central Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting of the FSSAI, held on May 27. According to the FSSAI, in response to Prime Minister Narendra Modis call for urgent action against obesity and a 10 per cent reduction in oil consumption, the states and Union Territories (UTs) were urged to step up awareness efforts and implement concrete measures to address this growing public health concern. During the extensive deliberations, states and UTs were strongly encouraged to scale up comprehensive measures, including widespread public awareness campaigns, to effectively respond to the Prime Minister's vision for an obesity-free and healthier nation. A significant point of discussion was the recent directive from the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) regarding the establishment of 'sugar boards' in schools. The FSSAI stressed the need for states to actively support and implement this crucial initiative in a big way, recognising its potential to significantly curb excessive sugar consumption among school-going children and foster healthier dietary habits from a young age, the authority said in a statement. CBSE to introduce 'sugar boards' in schools amid alarming rise in Type 2 diabetes among children The CBSE has directed all affiliated schools to establish 'sugar boards' on their campuses to create awareness among students about the health risks associated with excessive sugar consumption. The directions were issued following a recommendation from the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR), which raised concerns over the increasing prevalence of Type 2 diabetes, obesity, and dental problems among children. The FSSAI emphasised that states are key to the successful execution of such public health initiatives. Discussions also revolved around strategies for states to enhance their food safety surveillance, promote the 'Eat Right India' movement, and encourage the availability of nutritious and safe food options across all segments of society. The FSSAI reiterated its commitment to providing all necessary technical guidance and support to states and UTs in their efforts. The 47th CAC meeting was attended by over 60 participants, including Commissioners of Food Safety, senior officials from states and UTs, representatives from central ministries, and stakeholders from the food industry, consumer groups, agriculture, laboratories, and research organisations.
Delhi Government looking for long-term solution to stray dog menace: CM Rekha Gupta
The Delhi High Court has asked the city government authorities to frame a policy on rehabilitation of stray dogs at an institutional level
DDA Recruitment 2025, Apply Online, Notification, Post Wise Vacancies
The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) has released a vacancy draft for the DDA Recruitment 2025, offering a significant opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in various technical and administrative roles. DDA recruitment will fill 1383 vacancies for positions such as Junior Engineer (JE), Assistant Executive Engineer (AEE), Assistant Section Officer (ASO), Group A, Group B, [] The post DDA Recruitment 2025, Apply Online, Notification, Post Wise Vacancies appeared first on Testbook Blog .
Delhi's IGI airport ranks among top 10 hub airports in Asia-Pacific and Middle East
Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi has been recognized as a top 10 hub airport in the Asia-Pacific and Middle East region by Airports Council International. This achievement is driven by its extensive connectivity to 153 destinations and significant infrastructure enhancements.
TRAI initiates discussion on assignment of microwave spectrum in lower 6 GHz, E and V Bands
NEW DELHI, May 28: Telecom regulator TRAI on Wednesday floated a consultation paper on assignment of the microwave spectrum in lower 6 GHz, 7 GHz, 13 GHz, 15 GHz, 18 GHz, 21 GHz bands, as well as E and V bands. TRAI has fixed June 25, 2025 as deadline for comments and July 9 for counter comments. a consultation paper on assignment of the microwave spectrum in 6 GHz (lower), 7 GHz, 13 GHz, 15 GHz, 18 GHz, 21 [] The post TRAI initiates discussion on assignment of microwave spectrum in lower 6 GHz, E and V Bands appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
Govt Raises Paddy MSP By Rs 69 To Rs 2,369 Per Quintal For 2025-26
New Delhi, May 28: The government on Wednesday raised the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for paddy by 3 per cent to Rs 2,369 per quintal for the 2025-26 kharif marketing season. A decision in this regard was taken by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The support price for common and A grade varieties has been increased by Rs 69 per quintal to Rs 2,369 and Rs 2,389 per quintal, respectively, for the [] The post Govt Raises Paddy MSP By Rs 69 To Rs 2,369 Per Quintal For 2025-26 appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
PayPal receives RBI nod to operate as cross-border payment aggregator
NEW DELHI, May 28: PayPal Payments Pvt Ltd (PayPal), the Indian subsidiary of PayPal Holdings Inc, has received in-principle approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to operate as a Payment AggregatorCross BorderExports (PA-CB-E). This marks a key milestone in PayPals operations in India and its continued support for Indian small businesses, enabling secure cross-border payments to approximately 200 markets, the company said in a statement. The approval comes as Indias exports reached USD 73.8 billion in April [] The post PayPal receives RBI nod to operate as cross-border payment aggregator appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
