The Sunday Guardian - December 15, 2024
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December 15, 2024
High-profile killing in Kabul threatens Taliban's investment aspirations
NEW DELHI The shocking assassination of Afghan minister for refugees and repatriation, Khalil ur Rehman Haqqani, and four other people on Wednesday in a suicide bombing near a mosque located on the premises of the ministry in the high-security zone of Kabul has the potential to derail the Taliban's and Kabul's plans to attract foreign investors and project an image of stability.
2 mins
Legal reforms aid economic transformation: SC Justice Surya Kant at iTV Network conclave
DRAPESANTIA NEW DELHI At the 3rd Law and Constitution Dialogue presented by Legally Speaking of the ITV Network on Friday in New Delhi, Supreme Court Justice Surya Kant emphasized on the India's ranking in the World Bank's ease of doing business report which has improved significantly from 142nd position in 2014 to 63rd in 2019.
2 mins
WE DO NOT HAVE A TIMELINE FOR HOLDING ELECTIONS: PRESS SECRETARY TO MD YUNUS
Shafiqul Alam expressed dissatisfaction with India's stance on Sheikh Hasina and denied minorities were being attacked in Bangladesh.
5 mins
MANY IN CONGRESS UNHAPPY WITH PRIYANKA'S PERSONAL SECRETARY
NEW DELHI With the immediate dissolution of the executive body of Congress' Uttar Pradesh state unit after Rahul Gandhi briefly visited Hathras for the Sambhal violence incident, sources claim that the state unit had been unable to dispose of its duties and was unable to prepare a \"sufficiently appealing\" political ground for Rahul because of which his visit did not make much impact.
2 mins
AAP's return to power in Delhi will silence opposition allegations: Satyendar Jain
NEW DELHI Former Delhi Health Minister Satyendar Jain stated that the Aam Aadmi Party will return to power after the 2025 elections and continue its dedicated service to the people of Delhi.
5 mins
DDCA POLLS: POWER POLITICS, AND CRICKET COLLIDE IN DELHI
DDCA election sees intense competition between Rohan Jaitley and Kirti Azad, with high stakes.
3 mins
RSS PLANS 50,000 MEETINGS IN DELHI FOR ASSEMBLY POLLS
RSS, after the Maharashtra success, is strategising for Delhi elections, focusing on corruption and grassroots outreach.
2 mins
UP CM Yogi ensures safety of Mahakumbh devotees
NEW DELHI To ensure the safety of over 450 million devotees attending Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, the Uttar Pradesh government, led by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has implemented advanced security measures, including the deployment of anti-drone systems and a substantial increase in transportation services.
1 min
PM OUTLINES 11 RESOLUTIONS FOR INDIA'S FUTURE GROWTH
The PM called for zero tolerance towards corruption, while emphasizing on pride and respect for the nation's laws and regulations.
4 mins
TALIBAN SEEKS INDIAN INVESTMENT IN MINING SECTOR
NEW DELHI The Taliban-led government in Afghanistan, still unrecognised by the international community and grappling with severe financial issues and security concerns, is seeking investment from India in its landlocked country.
2 mins
BROTHER OF BENGALURU TECHIE WHO DIED BY SUICIDE MOVES SUPREME COURT
‘Every law favours women, not men. My brother fought this imbalance but tragically left us seeking justice.’
6 mins
RJD faces decline ahead of Bihar elections
NEW DELHI In the context of the upcoming Bihar assembly elections, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) appears to be losing ground compared to its rivals, the Janata Dal United (JDU) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
3 mins
CM BHAJAN LAL GAINS ATTENTION WITH POLL WINS, INFRA PROJECTS
His government gained momentum with by-election success and PM Modi's praise, set to culminate in December 17's grand event.
2 mins
'With more MPs, we will not get chance to speak'
NEW DELHI Lok Sabha MP Karti Chidambaram expressed his views on \"Delimitation: Does India Need More MPs in Parliament?\" He thinks that more MPs may limit the time available to the parliamentarians to speak.
2 mins
'SIMULTANEOUS POLLS HAVE HISTORICAL PRECEDENCE'
Union Minister Meghwal addressed key issues like 'One Nation, One Election,' women's reservation, upcoming census, delimitation commission, among others
2 mins
Women's Reservation Bill sparks vital debate on gender, society and political change
The bill marks a significant milestone, its implementation remains stalled, awaiting the next census and the completion of the delimitation process.
2 mins
INDIAN CONSTITUTION DYNAMIC, ADAPTABLE: MANISH TEWARI
NEW DELHI Member of Parliament and former Union Minister Manish Tewari voiced concerns over expanding parliamentary seats to account for population growth.
1 min
Intense debate takes place on Places of Worship Act, 1991
NEW DELHI The Legally Speaking event, the third Law and Constitution Dialogue organised by ITV Network, hosted discussions on the widely debated Places of Worship (Special Provisions) Act, 1991, on Friday.
2 mins
A lawyer does not have an ideology inside court: Kapil Sibal
Kapil Sibal said the lawyer has no ideology except the ideology that is embedded in the constitution.
2 mins
SINGHVI PRAISES SC FOR HALTING NEW SUITS ON RELIGIOUS DISPUTES
Abhishek Singhvi said the 1991 Act aimed to draw a definitive line to prevent endless disputes over historical religious sites, acknowledging that many religious structures are built atop other
2 mins
2018 AMENDMENT TO SPECIFIC RELIEF ACT HELPED IN THE EASE OF DOING BUSINESS
The Supreme Court Justice delivered the keynote address at the 3rd edition of the Law and Constitution Dialogue presented by Legally Speaking of the iTV Network.
10+ mins
VIJAY DIWAS: INDIA'S REGIONAL LEADERSHIP AND FRAGILITY OF BANGLADESHI GRATITUDE
The public criticism of India's perceived dominance reflects a growing discomfort with the asymmetry in the bilateral relationship.
4 mins
Jewish civilisation overcomes millennia of persecution
Through all the horrors that Jews have faced, including the Holocaust caused by Adolf Hitler, they have remained steadfast in their beliefs, beliefs that go back several millennia. They continue to greet even their foes with 'Shalom Aleichem'.
3 mins
Implications of America's coming isolationism
OPINION Rarely has the world been in the throes of political upheaval with such breadth, intensity, and duration as has been experienced in the first quarter of this century.
3 mins
Kejriwal vs Dikshit once again
BETWEEN US By fielding Sandeep Dikshit, son of former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit from the New Delhi Assembly segment, the Congress has challenged Aam Aadmi Party boss, Arvind Kejriwal in his own citadel.
3 mins
Kejriwal vs Dikshit once again
BETWEEN US By fielding Sandeep Dikshit, son of former Delhi Chief Minister Sheila Dikshit from the New Delhi Assembly segment, the Congress has challenged Aam Aadmi Party boss, Arvind Kejriwal in his own citadel.
2 mins
Bangladesh issue has trapped Mamata
For India the important question is what the lessons one should learn from Bangladesh. Particularly for the weakly governed state of West Bengal.
4 mins
International deep state has been supporting radical Islam
SANTISHREE DHULIPUDI PANDIT PROMOTING RADICAL ISLAM Soros' extensive funding of organizations under the pretext of promoting global causes such as refugee rights, gender equality, and combating Islamophobia has often resulted in unintended-or perhaps intentional-support for entities with questionable objectives.
4 mins
Soft power may not be enough to resolve India-Bangladesh ties
Since Bangladesh's inception, India has played a critical role in aiding its economic and social development. However, the recent political upheaval in Bangladesh has jeopardized the hard-earned progress in bilateral relations.
4 mins
High-profile killing in Kabul threatens Taliban's investment aspirations
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2 mins
FARMER-GOVI CLASH FARMER LEADERS CALL FOR 'RAIL ROKO", 'TRACTOR MARCH'
CHANDIGARH After Haryana police thwarted another attempt by farmers to march to Delhi, farmer leaders have called for a three-hour train blockade in Punjab on December 18 and plan to conduct tractor marches in several states on December 16.
2 mins
Media veteran debuts with novel at 86
NEW DELHI Well-known media veteran Rami Chhabra has debuted into fiction at age 86 with a novel: 'Becoming The Storm', a multi-generational saga set against the backdrop of Delhi of the fifties-sixties.
2 mins
I am preparing: Parvesh Verma hints at contesting
NEW DELHI Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Parvesh Verma stated on Saturday that he is preparing to contest from the New Delhi constituency in the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections.
1 min
NIA FILES CHARGE SHEET AGAINST ACCUSED IN TERRORIST ATTACK ON PILGRIM BUS IN J&K
SRINAGAR The National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Saturday filed a charge sheet against an accused in the case related to the terrorist attack on a bus carrying pilgrims from Shiv Khori, Ransoo to Katra in Jammu and Kashmir, officials said.
1 min
U.S. INCREASES EXTENSION PERIOD FOR IMMIGRANT WORKERS
WASHINGTON DC In a major step, the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently increased the automatic extension period for Employment Authorisation Documents (EAD) renewals from 180 days to 540 days.
2 mins
RUSSIA, IRAN ARE BIG LOSERS IN SYRIA
With the loss of Syria, Russia's carefully cultivated image as a great power and reliable backer is now severely damaged.
6 mins
Antony Blinken meets Iraqi PM to discuss Syria's future
Blinken's visit to Baghdad was the final stop on his Middle East tour, following the toppling of President Bashar al-Assad's government in Syria.
2 mins
Delegates of 35 nations attend Kremlin Charity Ball
MOSCOW Over 2,500 guests attended the IX International Kremlin Charity Cadet Ball, TV BRICS reported.
2 mins
Ex-football player Kavelashvili becomes Georgia's President
Kavelashvili easily won the vote given the Georgian Dream party's control of a 300- seat electoral college that replaced direct presidential elections in 2017.
2 mins
YOON, SOUTH KOREAN PRESIDENT IMPEACHED
The voting was conducted through secret ballot, with two-thirds of the vote needed for impeachment.
2 mins
U.S. APPEALS COURT REJECTS TIKTOK'S REQUEST TO DELAY BAN
WASHINGTON A federal appeals court has rejected Tik Tok's request to postpone a law that will ban the widely used video app next month unless its Chinese parent company sells its stake, CBS News reported.
1 min
Putin backs Trump's ire on US missile use by Ukraine
It is too early to predict what decisions Trump would take upon his inauguration as US President.
1 min
DIGITAL STORYTELLERS PROJECT AIMS TO EMPOWER STORYTELLING THROUGH MOBILES: AJAY GOVIND
MURTAZA ALI KHAN Writer-Director Ajay Govind, known for his compelling storytelling and social initiatives, recently received the prestigious Helen Keller Award from the National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP).
2 mins
TAMING THE SILENT KILLER: INDIA'S REMARKABLE ACHIEVEMENTS TOWARDS CONTROLLING HIGH BP
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a serious health condition that often develops quietly without producing any clear symptoms.
4 mins
Indian-Israeli duo present ancient Persian music
NEW DELHI At an event to commemorate the exodus of Jewish refugees from Arab lands and Iran, Israel's ambassador to India, Reuven Azar hosted an evening of musical soiree featuring Yehuda Smith and Shivam Bhardwaj, one an Israeli and the other Indian.
1 min
WELCOMING LIFE, WITHOUT CONDITIONS
One feels continuously incomplete because nothing really satisfies us. There is always something more to be had. Also, there is the threat of the attained objects being lost. One event seems more favourable than the other. Inspite of their very apparent differences, is it possible to see mental objects as one in some fundamental way?
4 mins
As you give, so you might receive (recycled) gifts
At times though we have all been stuck thinking what to give a person who has everything. You just have to apply your brain and you can surely find something unique. It's not the cost of the gift that matters; it's the thought that goes into it.
3 mins
THE BABY TRUNK SEEKS TO REVOLUTIONISE THE INDIAN BABY PRODUCTS SEGMENT
The Indian baby products industry can be described as nascent at best.
4 mins
48 crore Indians enrolled in Rs 2 Lakh accident insurance under PMSBY
NEW DELHI Nearly 48 crore individuals have enrolled in Rs 2 lakh accident insurance coverage through the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY), the Finance Ministry said on Saturday.
1 min
ATAL PENSION PLAN HITS 7 CR SUBSCRIBERS
NEW DELHI The Ministry of Finance recently announced a significant milestone for the Atal Pension Yojana (APY), with over 7.15 crore subscribers enrolled under the scheme as of December 2, 2024.
1 min
India's exports to US touch $ 77.5 bn in FY2024
NEW DELHI India's exports to the United States have shown a consistent upward trend, valued at USD 77.5 billion in FY24, marking a growth rate of 10.3 per cent compounded annually (CAGR) over the last 30 years, according to a report by Bank of Baroda.
1 min
RBI raises collateral-free agricultural loan limit to Rs 2 lakh
NEW DELHI The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced an increase in the limit for collateral-free agricultural loans will be increased from Rs 1.6 lakh per borrower to Rs 2 lakh, effective from January 1, 2025.
1 min
'India has become highway of communication'
NEW DELHI India has become a huge highway of communication, said Union Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya Scindia on Friday, highlighting the huge progress the country has made in the area of telecom and communication.
1 min
UPI ACHIEVES 15,547 CRORE TRANSACTIONS
CORRESPONDENT NEW DELHI T he Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has achieved 15,547 crore transactions worth Rs 223 lakh crore from January to November this year, the Finance Ministry said on Saturday.
2 mins
Notices to non-compliant direct selling entities
NEW DELHI The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has issued notice to 17 companies that were found violating Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules, 2021, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution said in a release.
1 min
Dependence on traditional fuels would be 30% by time India turns 100: Puri
NEW DELHI India's dependence on traditional fossil fuelbased energy will reduce to 30 per cent by the time the country celebrates its 100th year of independence, Petroleum and Natural Gas minister Hardeep Puri said on Friday.
1 min
GOLD MAY EXPERIENCE STEADY, ALBEIT MODEST GROWTH IN 2025
NEW DELHI The outlook for gold presents a mix of challenges and opportunities, with the precious metal poised for modest growth amid a dynamic global economic landscape in 2025, according to World Gold Council.
1 min
India's data centre investments to exceed $100 bn by 2027
With robust data centre (DC) demand fueling expansion into India's digital infrastructure, investment commitments in the industry are expected to surpass USD 100 billion by the end of 2027, according to CBRE report.
1 min
Complex compliance, multiple slabs are alien to GST
T OPINION echnology and innovative methods are not only being used to usher in transformative changes for society's good, but also being used by smugglers, who have developed slick methods to smuggle illicit items.
3 mins
How hybrid workforces can foster deeper human connections
In the quest to achieve a healthy work-life balance through a hybrid culture, are we losing our ability to foster deeper human connections? A study reveal that almost 76% of the hybrid workforce feel disconnected from their company's culture.
3 mins
VEDANTA SETS UP 'VEDAKSHATA' SKILLS TRAINING CENTRE IN ODISHA
KHORDHA Vedanta Aluminium has established a new skills training centre named 'VeDakshata' at Bileimunda village in the tribal-dominated Sundargarh district of Odisha.
1 min
Ambuja Cements commisions 200 MW solar power in Khavda
AHMEDABAD Ambuja Cements, the cement and building material company of the diversified Adani Portfolio, has successfully commissioned and started power transmission from its 200 MW solar power project in Khavda, said the company in a filing to exchange.
1 min
RELIANCE COLLABORATES WITH MAHA TO BOOST ECCE
Aiming to strengthen early childhood ☐ care and education (ECCE] in Maharashtra, a network of 24 Anganwadi Learning Labs was launched on Friday at an event in Rayte village in Kalyan.
1 min
Reliance Retail unveils a new range of Home Theatre LED TVs
MUMBAI Reliance Retail has launched six indigenously developed, made-for-India Home Theatre LED TVs in partnership with audio equipment specialist, HARMAN.
1 min
AgriTech Solutions collaborates with Basix to boost farmer incomes
NEW DELHI Lab2Land AgriTech Solutions is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with Basix Limited by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at improving farmers' livelihoods across the region.
1 min
Indian auto components industry sees 11.3 pc growth in H1 FY25
NEW DELHI The Indian auto components industry has experienced robust growth in the first half of FY25, with a notable 11.3 per cent increase in its market size, according to Automotive Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA) report.
2 mins
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