The Sunday Guardian - October 20, 2024
The Sunday Guardian - October 20, 2024
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In this issue
October 20, 2024
CHALLENGING TIMES FOR BOTH MAHAYUTI AND MAHA VIKAS AGHADI IN MAHARASHTRA
The Maharashtra Assembly elections will serve as a crucial litmus test for the state's Mahayuti and Maha Vikas Aghadi alliances, following the announcement of the election date by the Election Commission of India.
3 mins
GLOBAL SOUTH IN FOCUS, PM MODI HEADS FOR BRICS SUMMIT
The overarching agenda of India at the BRICS Summit in Russia's Kazan will be to manage the expansion of the grouping in a manner conducive to the interests of the Global South.
4 mins
Mamata administration's targeting of YouTubers backfires
Over the past five years, as the news of the alleged corrupt practices during Mamata Banerjee's government started hitting the headlines, the government and the Trinamool Congress began targeting critics using the police.
5 mins
MAJOR DIPLOMATIC CONFRONTATION WITH U.S. AVERTED AT LAST MINUTE
The US and Canadian agencies have missed that IFS officers do not get involved in any intelligence activity. Their service rules prohibit them from doing so.
5 mins
Pannun and the shadows: US is trying to decipher India's covert operations
The recent addition of Vikas Yadav to the FBI's Wanted List has become a subject of intrigue and speculation, primarily because the alleged target in the case, Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, is not considered a significant figure in the eyes of Indian intelligence.
3 mins
Congress gears up for Delhi elections, focuses on cadre building
As Congress prepares for the upcoming Assembly elections in Delhi next year, interim president Devender Yadav is engaging with ticket aspirants to identify politically aware candidates.
2 mins
OMAR ABDULLAH PASSES RESOLUTION FOR RESTORATION OF J&K STATEHOOD
In his first cabinet meeting Chief Minister of the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Omar Abdullah passed a resolution demanding restoration of statehood for the smooth functioning of his government.
2 mins
THE INCREDIBLE RISE OF NAYAB SINGH SAINI
Ctrl+Delete-Saini's command helped BJP to 'Undo' nine years of anti-incumbency in six months.
4 mins
Hardeep Puri criticises Canada's support for anti-India elements
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri addressed the concerns over Canada harbouring anti-India elements at Abhinav Pandya's book launch event.
2 mins
TMC and BJP brace for key Bengal bypolls
The bypolls are pivotal for TMC and BJP, amidst rising public dissatisfaction.
3 mins
BJP strikes gold with Satish Poonia in Rajasthan
The impressive and spectacular victory in Haryana has not just left everyone stunned but also has revitalised and reinvigorated the BJP.
4 mins
CONGRESS AIMS FOR GREATER CONTROL IN MAHA ELECTIONS
Congress aims for stronger control in Maharashtra elections after facing setback in Haryana.
3 mins
BJP's first candidate list can come anytime: Fadnavis
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday asserted that the seat-sharing talks within Mahayuti alliance sharing talks among the ruling Mahayuti alliance, comprising BJP, Shiv Sena (Shinde faction), and NCP (Ajit Pawar faction), are in the final stage, adding that the BJP's first first list can come anytime.
1 min
INDIA SET TO COUNTER U.S. EXTRADITION REQUEST
India seeks updates on its extradition requests amid U.S. moves against Vikash Yadav and others.
2 mins
TOGADIA ADVOCATES HINDU UNITY AFTER REUNITING WITH RSS
Firebrand Hindutva leader Dr Pravin Togadia who resigned from the Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), back in 2018 after his relationship with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and Prime Minister Narendra Modi soured, made a surprising visit to the RSS headquarters on October 12 after a six-year long wait.
3 mins
AAP launches 'Mission 2025' ahead of Delhi Assembly elections
The Arvind Kejriwal-led Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has kicked off its \"Mission 2025\" with a focus on the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections.
3 mins
Fictional case, says lawyer defending Vikash Yadav
Senior lawyer deems extortion case against former CRPF officer Vikash Yadav baseless as US names him conspirator in assassination plot.
2 mins
MP CONGRESS TO FOCUS ON STRENGTHENING STREET LEVEL POLITICS
Congress in Madhya Pradesh aims to strengthen grassroots efforts, empowering a new generation of leadership.
2 mins
Congress cadre base in J&K is dwindling
Congress faces challenges expanding in Jammu and Kashmir after a poor election performance and limited grassroots leadership.
2 mins
DOTASRA SURE OF CONGRESS WIN IN RAJASTHAN BYPOLLS
Dotasra is confident Congress will win all seven bypolls, citing public discontent with BJP's governance.
4 mins
DUSSEHRA IN BASTAR: CELEBRATING PROGRESS AND TRANSFORMATION
Every year, the otherwise laid-back life of Bastar comes alive in all its colours when the Dussehra festival sets in, which is in the month of Ashwin, the seventh month in the Hindu lunar calendar.
6 mins
Killing of a terrorist leads to India-Cana
Initially, the Canadian police did treat the matter of Nijjar's killing as a gangland war, and there, the matter should have reste
5 mins
Justin Trudeau, stop dancing with extremists
Canada with Trudeau as PM has been moving within the orbit of the Sino-Wahhabi lobby.
4 mins
Janus-faced nature of Trudeau's politics
It is clear that Trudeau looks after his political constituencies, including minority communities more than he cares about indigenous people of Canada
4 mins
Leaders dissemble for political survival
The public who consume untruths are mostly ignorant. They acquire information on a catastrophe and causes for that from media.
4 mins
Military modernisation is Taiwan's need
Taiwan must first increase its defence budget. Current spending, which amounts to roughly 2% of the nation's GDP, is insufficient.
2 mins
India's strategic frenemy
The Indian government is accountable to the people of India, and should not feel obligated to adhere to rules set by the US if doing so compromises India’s sovereignty and national security.
6 mins
WOMEN ACHIEVERS FELICITATED AT CONCLAVE HOSTED BY ITV NETWORK
Delhi Chief Minister Atishi Singh, mountaineer Meenu Kaliraman, world champion boxer Sweety Boora, Paralympic medalist Simran Sharma, Bollywood stars Raveena Tandon, Taapsee Pannu, female armed forces' officers and several others shared their journeys with the audience at the We Women Want Conclave 2024.
3 mins
Raveena, Taapsee speak on women's empowerment and equality
At the 2024 \"We Women Want\" event organised by ITV Network, Bollywood actress and Padma Shri awardee Raveena Tandon participated in an open discussion, sharing her journey in the film industry.
1 min
WOMEN HAVE MADE BIG STRIDES ACROSS SECTORS: DELHI CM
The iTV Network on Monday hosted the \"We Women Want Festival & Awards 2024\" at the Taj Ambassador Hotel in New Delhi.
1 min
FACED A LOT OF BIAS IN WORLD OF DIPLOMACY: LAKSHMI PURI
PREJUDICE NEW DELHI Former Indian diplomat Lakshmi Puri, who also worked as United Nations Assistant Secretary General, on Monday said that in the world of diplomacy, she had to face a lot of bias for being a woman but she broke all the ceilings.
1 min
Nitin Gadkari wants to make India a carbon-free nation
At the 4th edition of the 2024 \"We Women Want\" event, organized by ITV Network, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari shared his vision for making India a carbon-free nation.
1 min
'MORE WOMEN SHOULD JOIN THE INDIAN ARMY, DEFENCE FORCES'
Defying the general perception that defence forces are dominated by males, distinguished women officers from the Indian Army discussed their motivations, experiences, and the challenges they encountered and called for more women to join the armed forces.
1 min
Never stop dreaming despite patriarchy: Sportswomen
At the 'We Women Want Festival and Awards' organised by ITV Network at Hotel Taj Ambassador, in the national capital on Monday, top women achievers in sports shared their problems, including the pressure both from the family and society, and the patriarchal norms.
1 min
'Female politicians are targeted more on social media than men'
Female politicians agreed on the point that online trolling is usually gender-biased.
1 min
WOMEN HEALTH ISSUES SHOULD BE TAKEN SERIOUSLY, SAY EXPERTS
Leading women healthcare specialists participated in the 4th edition of the We Women Want event 2024, organised by ITV Network.
1 min
Punjab panchayat elections marred by violence and criminal influence
The recently concluded Panchayat elections in Punjab on October 15, 2024, revealed a slew of unusual incidents, violent clashes, and criminal elements influencing the poll outcomes.
4 mins
DII sues US Defense Department over Chinese military ties designation
DJI, which accounts for more than half of US commercial drone sales, argued that the designation is inaccurate and has caused significant financial losses, Channel News Asia CNA) reported.
2 mins
SINWAR IS DEAD, BUT IRAN'S IRGC IS AN EXISTENTIAL THREAT TO ISRAEL
The bad news for a jubilant Israel is that the latest generation of IRGC leaders are more radical than their predecessors, happy to suppress anti-regime protests in the country and eager to continue support for Hezbollah in Lebanon and Assad in Syria.
4 mins
HEZBOLLAH DRONE ATTACK AIMS NETANYAHU'S CAESAREA RESIDENCE
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's private residence in Caesarea was targeted in a drone attack from Lebanon earlier this morning, The Times of Israel reported, citing Israel PM's Office, The Times of Israel reported.
2 mins
'Bangladesh general election likely in 2025'
Amid a fluid political situation, B'desh is raring to go for its general elections.
1 min
IGNORED LIVING HERITAGE OF JAMMU SHIVALIKS A wake-up call for policymakers and historians.
Grandmother whom we called Bobo in Dogri had a massive badi (open hillside) and from the edge of the hillside was visible the most beautiful valley surrounded by a panoramic view of forested hills and taller Shivalik peaks.
9 mins
Jodhpur RIFF returns to Mehrangarh fort with 280 musicians from across the world
Under the radiant full moon of Sharad Purnima, Jodhpur RIFF is returning to the Mehrangarh Fort, bringing together over 280 extraordinary musicians from across India and the world.
3 mins
ITC'S AVARTANA COMES TO THE NORTH WITH SOUTHERN INDIAN FINE DINING
At its heart, ITC Maurya's just-opened restaurant, Avartana is about elevating Southern Indian food to a fine dining experience, where the mosaic of the spread goes far beyond the traditional and enters the territory of contemporary fusion cuisine.
1 min
TARUN TAHILIANI'S LATEST COLLECTION, TASVA. EMBODIES THE FESTIVE VIBE
with the festive W season upon us in full stride, everyone is on the lookout for standout sartorial choices to flaunt their style.
4 mins
German envoy smashes coconut, ties ‘nimbu-mirchỉ to his new EV
German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann switched to Electric Vehicle with sustainability in mind, and marked the occasion with Indian customs and rituals as he smashed a coconut and tied 'nimbu-mirchi' (lemon and chili) to his new car.
1 min
Bajaj Auto earnings disappoint, stock drops 13% in Q2
Bajaj Auto, a leading twowheeler manufacturer, reported lower-than-expected earnings for the quarter ending September 2024, causing its stock to drop more than 13%, hitting a low of 10,093 per share.
1 min
DEWA grants first independent EV Charge Point Operator licences
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has issued the first two Independent Charge Point Operator (CPO) licences for electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Dubai to Tesla and UAEV.
1 min
Festive season fails to boost two-wheeler market
The typically strong festive season has not delivered the expected boost for two-wheeler sales, according to Bajaj Auto management.
1 min
LOGISTICS COSTS TO DROP TO SINGLE-DIGIT: GADKARI
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Mr. Nitin Gadkari, announced that India's logistics costs will reduce to single digits within the next two years, targeting a 9% rate.
1 min
Maruti Suzuki's plant becomes fastest to hit 1 cr production
Maruti Suzuki India Limited has reached a significant milestone, with the Manesar facility crossing the 1 crore cumulative production mark.
1 min
CCPA DIRECTS OLA TO ALLOW CONSUMERS CHOICE OF REFUND METHOD
The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has instructed Ola, to implement a consumer-friendly mechanism allowing customers to choose their preferred refund method.
1 min
Delhi High Court orders inspection of washrooms in district courts
The Delhi High Court on Saturday has mandated an inspection of washroom facilities across all district courts in the city to assess hygiene, functionality, and safety.
1 min
GUJARAT HC PERMITS NARAYAN SAI TO VISIT FATHER ASARAM
GUJARAT HC PERMITS NARAYAN SAI TO VISIT FATHER ASARAM CORRESPONDENT NEW DELHI Concerns have been raised regarding the deteriorating health of Asaram Bapu, who is currently incarcerated in Jodhpur Central Jail.
1 min
JHARKHAND HC ASKS ED TO FILE REPLY TO BAIL PLEA BY PUJA SINGHAL
The Jharkhand High Court has instructed the Enforcement Directorate to respond to a bail application filed by former IAS officer Puja Singhal, who was arrested in May 2022.
1 min
Court grants pre-arrest bail to suspended Chhattisgarh cop
The sessions court in Mumbai has recently granted anticipatory bail to a Chhattisgarh policeman in a Mahadev online betting app-related case being probed by Mumbai Police.
1 min
Rouse Avenue Court grants bail to Satyendar Jain
Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court granted bail on Friday to Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader and former Delhi cabinet minister Satyendar Jain in a money laundering case.
1 min
PANEL SUBMITS FINAL UCC REPORT TO CHIEF MINISTER DHAMI
A 9-member panel on the Uniform Civil Code has submitted its final report to Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami at the secretariat.
1 min
Since becoming CJI, have tried to make SC a people's court: CJI
Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud emphasized the vital role of Bar Associations, particularly the Supreme Court Advocates on Record Association (SCAORA), in bridging the gap between the judiciary and stakeholders during his address at the inaugural SCAORA International Legal Conference.
1 min
FROM BLINDFOLDED SYMBOL TO A NEW ERA OF LEGAL IDENTITY
The statue of a blindfolded woman, known as Lady Justice, has long been a powerful symbol in our collective consciousness, representing the ideal that the law is impartial.
1 min
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Language: English
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