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SC dismisses review petitions on taxation of mines

The Supreme Court has dismissed petitions seeking a review of its landmark 9-judge bench judgment, which affirmed that states possess the authority to levy taxes on mineral-bearing lands and clarified that royalties on extracted minerals do not constitute a tax.

COURT PLACES ASHISH PANDEY IN CBI CUSTODY

A court in Kolkata has recently placed Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, and suspended police officer Abhijit Mondal in 14-days of judicial custody.

MP HC dismisses plea of man booked for offensive post

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has dismissed a petition from a man seeking to quash an FIR related to an allegedly offensive post on his Instagram account targeting Lord Ram, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and Hinduism.

CJI reminds lawyer he's 'still in charge'

Chief Justice of India (CJI) DY Chandrachud, who is set to retire in November, reminded a lawyer on Thursday that he is \"still in charge\" despite his short remaining tenure.

Court dismisses anticipatory bail plea of Bobby Kinner

The Rohini District Court has recently dismissed the anticipatory bail plea of Bobi Kinner, a transgender Municipal Corporation of Delhi councillor, who is implicated in a case concerning a fraudulent caste certificate.

KARNATAKA HC STAYS VERDICT CLASSIFYING OLA DRIVERS AS EMPLOYEES

The Karnataka High Court has temporarily stayed a ruling that classified the relationship between ANI Technologies Private Limited (Ola) and its drivers as that of employer-employee.

PETITION FILED IN SC FOR COMMITTEE TO TACKLE CYBER FRAUD

A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court urging the establishment of an expert committee, overseen by a sitting or retired judge, to explore effective measures for controlling cyber fraud.

Congress steers caste narrative in Haryana

After the elections in Haryana, both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress are asserting confidence in their victory, with the final results set to be announced on Tuesday.

OPPOSITION LABELS KEJRIWAL'S ROAD INSPECTION AS POLITICAL GIMMICK

Since his release from jail, former Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convenor Arvind Kejriwal has been assessing the deteriorating condition of roads in the national capital.

WILL ISRAELIS EVER LIVE IN PEACE?

Israel's fight started at birth. The 1948 War of Independence lasted some 20 months and was the culmination of 30 years of friction between Jews and Arabs during the period of British rule of Palestine

UAE-US aim to boost bilateral ties

President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone call with Jake Sullivan, the United States National Security Advisor, during which they discussed the strategic relationship between the UAE and the US and ways to strengthen it across various sectors, particularly in development.

Army deployed in Pak cities to contain protest

The army would remain in Islamabad from October 5-17 to maintain law and order for the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit.

Ukraine downs Russian warplane

Ukrainian forces said they shot down a Russian fighter plane on Saturday while Russia claimed it made gains in Ukraine's east.

U.S. LAWMAKERS SEND CLEAR MESSAGE ABOUT FORCED LABOUR

The US addressed the issue of China's systemic repression in Xinjiang, where Uyghur and other groups face forced labour, among other human rights abuses, with the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA).

BJP-United Shiv Sena needed in Maharashtra

The alliance between the two parties stretches back to 1984 and lasted till 2019.

Vance v. Walz: A refreshing debate

J.D. Vance was particularly effective in putting forward some of the much-maligned GOP policies mor clearly and compassionately than most GOP politicians, especially Donald Trump.

Iran and Israel begin a slide into war

In risking a war with Israel and its backers, the clerical regime in Tehran is at risk of causing its own demise.

DODGING A BALLISTIC MISSILE AND OTHER STORIES: AN ISRAEL DIARY

Nightlife is busy. Eateries are overflowing. But the yellow ribbons and posters saying 'Bring Them Home Now' are ubiquitous. The reference is to the around-100 hostages that the Hamas still has in its custody.

CM Bhajan Lal keeps visiting Delhi

Sharma has taken proactive measures to boost foreign investment, inviting investors during a week-long tour to Japan and South Korea.

Mir's power sharing remark upsets Congress

Congress leaders in Jharkhand have expressed discontent over Mir's remarks on power-sharing, sparking tensions within the ruling alliance.

Power theft causes Punjab Rs 2,600 crore loss

Punjab is facing a significant financial blow, losing Rs 2,600 crores annually to power theft, according to recent data from the Punjab State Power Corporation Limited (PSPCL).

BJP SET TO FINALISE JHARKHAND SEAT-SHARING

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is close to finalising the seatsharing arrangement within the NDA alliance for the upcoming Jharkhand Assembly elections, which are expected to take place later this year, alongside the Maharashtra Assembly elections.

SMALLER PARTIES FADE IN HARYANA

Experts believe the BJP sought a multipolar election in Haryana, which could increase Congress's electoral prospects.

INDIA'S UPI GOES GLOBAL

Trinidad and Tobago is the first Caribbean nation to implement a system similar to UPI.

India-Pak rice war deals a blow to Basmati growers

Indian Basmati rice farmers are facing a financial crisis, with a steep drop in paddy prices threatening their livelihoods.

BACK CHANNELS OPEN IN J&K AS PARTIES AWAIT RESULTS

Both, BJP and NC-Congress alliance are reportedly talking to small political parties and independents before October 8, when the results would be announced for 90 Assembly segments of Jammu and Kashmir.

KISHOR'S JAN SURAAJ WILL CHALLENGE KEY PLAYERS

Bihar's political landscape shifts as Jan Suraaj Party gains momentum, challenging established alliances ahead of the 2025 Assembly elections.

Local issues determine voter engagement in J&K

Low voter turnout in Jammu and Kashmir reflects voters prioritising local issues in their decisions.

Allies demand seats from BJP for Jharkhand Assembly elections

RLD and LJP RV) demand seats from BJP for Jharkhand Assembly elections, which has put BJP ina tough position.

HARYANA POLLS SEE 62% VOTER TURNOUT AMID VIOLENCE

CHANDIGARH The high-stakes Haryana Assembly elections on Saturday were marred by reports of violence, bogus voting, and allegations of booth capturing, with the state recording a voter turnout of around 62% by 7:00 PM.