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BJP alleges hoarding bribe involving IPS officer

BJP leader Kirit Somaiya on Sunday alleged that ad firm director Bhavesh Bhinde paid Rs 46 lakh as a bribe to a company owned by the wife of then-GRP Commissioner Quaiser Khalid, who had authorised the installation of a hoarding that collapsed last month.

Setback for BJP in Maharashtra: Exunion minister Suryakanta Patil resigns

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) faced a setback on Saturday as former Union Minister Suryakanta Patil resigned from the party.

CM Shinde provides Rs 50L compensation to family of tunnel collapse victim

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde on Sunday handed over a compensation cheque of Rs 50 lakh to the family of Rakesh Yadav, an excavator operator who tragically died in the collapse of a tunnel under construction for a water supply project, an official reported.

CENTRE ASKS CBI TO INVESTIGATE ALLEGED IRREGULARITIES IN NEET UG EXAM: NEET UG 2024

The Central Govt has entrusted the matter of alleged irregularities in NEET (UG) Examination 2024 to Central Bureau Investigation, CBI for the investigation.

ALLAHABAD HIGH COURT FORMS SIT TO PROBE MAN'S DEATH WHO SET SELF ON FIRE AFTER HIS LAND WAS 'UNAUTHORIZEDLY' OCCUPIED BY COPS

The Allahabad High Court in the case Kushma vs. State Of U.P. Thru. Prin. Secy. Home U.P. Lko. And Others observed and has directed the Uttar Pradesh Government to form a Special Investigating Team, SIT to probe into the tragic death of a man who set himself on fire allegedly after his land was ‘unauthorizedly’ occupied by police persons in connivance with the revenue officials.

Pakistani rights group urges action against Mob lynching

The Chairman of the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan (HRCP) Asad Iqbal Butt, demanded the federal government of Pakistan take considerable and immediate action to prevent future mob killing or lynching incidents.

INDIA, BANGLADESH REAFFIRM COMMITMENT TO INDO-PACIFIC STABILITY

The two nations pledged to co-lead the Disaster Risk Reduction and Management pillar of the Indo-Pacific Oceans Initiative (IPOI) and cooperate

Reliance foundation celebrates olympic day with 900 kids in Mumbai

The Reliance Foundation brought together 900 children for a memorable event under the “Let’s Move India” initiative, part of the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) global campaign to promote volunteerism and sports.

Govt urges Indian electronics firms to adopt Global consumer grievance practices

The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has directed electronic appliance manufacturing companies to inform customers about the starting point of the warranty period of the product, ensuring global practices in the country.

IGL announces Rs 1 per kg hike in CNG prices

In a development affecting daily commuters and the transportation sector, Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL) has announced an increase in Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) prices by Rs 1 per kilogram.

MORGAN STANLEY: 15.3% GROWTH IN INDIAN INFRASTRUCTURE

Investment banking company Morgan Stanley has anticipated a 15.3 per cent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) in infrastructure investments

UN Meeting explores policies for youth learning and employment

Governments, policymakers, international organizations, civil society, youth, and other stakeholders are set to explore improved policies and initiatives for adolescents and youth’s learning, skilling, and transition to decent work across the region.

CBI initiates criminal investigation into NEET irregularities

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has registered a criminal case based on a written complaint from the Director of the Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education, Government of India, New Delhi, an agency release said on Sunday.

Bajrang Punia suspended by NADA, given until July 11 to respond

As per NADA, the wrestler had refused to provide his urine samples to the governing body as he had objected to the usage of allegedly “expired kits” by NADA.

AMIT SHAH REVIEWS NATIONAL FLOOD MANAGEMENT PREPAREDNESS

Union Home Minister Amit Shahon Sunday chaired a high-level meeting in the national capital toreview overall preparedness for flood management

Dadasiba Hospital to expand: CM Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on Sunday inspected the ongoing construction of Civil Hospital Dadasiba in the Jaswan Pragpur Assembly constituency of Kangra district.

Yogi Govt. aims to plant 35 cr saplings to expand UP's green cover

The Yogi government, with collective support and effort, has planned to plant 350 million saplings this year to expand Uttar Pradesh’s green areas.

IAF to acquire 6 Tapas drones, leading India's UAV expansion

In a significant advancement for enhancing the indigenous unmanned surveillance capabilities of India’s defence forces, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has proposed to the central government the procurement of 10 Tapas drones.

FPI turns positive in June with Rs 12,170 cr investment, but 2024 net investment remains negative

This influx of funds marks a significant shift, as FPIs had been net sellers for much of the year.

GST EXEMPTED FOR PLATFORM TICKETS AND ESSENTIAL RAILWAY SERVICES

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced significant decisions at the 53rd GST Council meeting, including exemptions and reforms aimed at easing compliance and supporting taxpayers

ALLIANZ PARTNERS GETS PATENT GRANT FOR 2W MOBILE CHARGER

Allianz Partners India has been granted a patent from the Patent Office of the Government for its cutting-edge two-wheeler mobile charger (TMC) entitled \"system and method of recharging stranded two-wheeled electric vehicle through twowheeler mobile charger\".

Marutis FRONX Sigma variant to be available at Rs 7.29 lakh

Maruti Suzuki India (MSIL) has expanded the FRONX Velocity edition across the SUV's 14 variants comprising 1.2L (petrol and CNG) and 1.0L powertrain options with a choice of manual and automatic transmissions.

VOLKSWAGEN OPENS NEW CU

Volkswagen Passenger Cars India has inaugurated a new customer touchpoint in Amritsar, further expanding its footprint in the state of Punjab, as part of the brand's push to make its products and services accessible to a wider base of customers across India.

Travel insurance premiums predicted to increase with inflation

The travel industry is finally resurging after a sluggish few years. As eager travellers plan to splurge on dream vacations, they are in for a rude shock-travel cost have shot up significantly over the past year.

Adani Group eyes 100bn capex over a decade: Jefferies

Global investment firm Jefferies said on Friday that the Adani Group is eyeing USD 100 billion in capital expenditure with major outlays on energy transition projects and digital infrastructure for the next leg of its growth.

COURT: NIA MUST REPLY ON ENGINEER RASHID'S PLEA

Delhi's Patiala House Court on Saturday directed the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to respond by July 1 to an application filed by newly elected MP Sheikh Abdul Rashid, also known as Engineer Rashid.

PLEA IN BOMBAY HC AGAINST SHIV SENA RAVINDRA WAIKAR’S LS WIN

An independent candidate from Mumbai North West constituency has approached the Bombay High Court challenging the victory of Shiv Sena's Ravindra Waikar in the Lok Sabha elections, results of which were declared on June 4, 2024.

Return displaced individuals: Court to govt

The Calcutta High Court has directed the West Bengal government to take immediate measures to facilitate the return of individuals displaced due to alleged postpoll violence in the state to their residences.

Gujarat HC clears path for release of Maharaj’ movie

The Gujarat High Court has lifted its stay on the release of \"Maharaj,\" the debut film of Junaid, son of Bollywood star Aamir Khan.

CENTRE OKS REMOVAL OF 9 GW RENEWABLE ENERGY FROM RAJ, KARNATAKA

The Ministry of Power said on Saturday that the Union Government has sanctioned two new Inter State Transmission System (ISTS) initiatives with an investment of Rs 13,595 crore to remove 9 GW of renewable energy from Rajasthan and Karnataka.