Hindustan Times Patna - May 22, 2025
Hindustan Times Patna - May 22, 2025
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In this issue
May 22, 2025
SC grants bail to Ashoka varsity prof, orders SIT
The Supreme Court on Wednesday granted interim bail to Ali Khan Mahmudabad, Associate Professor of Political Science at Ashoka University, who was arrested by the Haryana Police over two Facebook posts commenting on 'Operation Sindoor', India's military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack.
1 min
Pre-poll prick in pockets: Sudha hikes milk price by ₹2-3 per litre
The Bihar State Milk Co-operative Federation Ltd (Comfed), known by the brand name Sudha, has increased its milk price by ₹2-3 per litre in Bihar and Jharkhand, according to a press release issued in Patna on Wednesday.
1 min
Being Coerced into Accepting NEP, Alleges TN, Moves Top Court
Tamil Nadu has moved the Supreme Court against the Union government's withholding of ₹2,151 crore under a centrally-sponsored education scheme, alleging it was done to \"coerce\" and \"force\" the state to implement the National Education Policy (NEP).
1 min
Top commander' among 27 Naxals killed in C'garh
At least 27 Naxalites have been killed in an encounter with security forces in Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, officials said on Wednesday, with sources claiming that top Maoist leader Basavaraju was among them.
3 mins
Govt can claim its land marked under Waqf: Centre to SC
The Centre on Wednesday told the Supreme Court that nobody can claim right over government land and it is legally empowered to reclaim properties which are declared waqf by using the waqf by user principle.
1 min
750 Chosen for Yatra to Kailash Mansarovar from June: Govt
A total of 750 people were chosen through a computerised draw on Wednesday for the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra in Tibet, being organised after five years, as India and China seek to normalise ties after the military standoff on the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
1 min
After RJD, Cong Launches Campaign, Commits ₹2.5k Monthly to Women
After electoral successes in neighbouring Jharkhand and Telangana, the Congress party on Wednesday launched 'Mai Bahin Maan Yojna' campaign, promising monthly cash incentive of ₹2,500, to all qualified women if the party and its coalition is voted to power in Bihar.
1 min
Sasaram KV Principal Caught by CBI Accepting ₹32,000 Bribe
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) sleuths on Wednesday arrested the Principal of Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), Sasaram, for demanding and accepting a bribe of ₹32,000 from a complainant.
1 min
21 Minors Rescued, Three Held at Patna Junction
A joint team of the Government Railway Police (GRP) and Railway Protection Force (RPF) rescued 21 minor boys who were being trafficked to Tamil Nadu and arrested three traffickers from Platform No. 1 at Patna Junction.
1 min
JEEVIKA DIDIS TO BOOST NATURAL FARMING
Emboldened by farmers' interest and positive outcome of the pilot projects, the agriculture department has planned expanding the area of natural farming by imparting technical knowledge to the farming community about ways to enhance crop productivity.
1 min
Undertrial prisoner dies, kin allege torture
An undertrial prisoner died under mysterious circumstances at district jail in Sitamarhi late on Tuesday, officials said.
1 min
Guv's order put in abeyance by HC
BSUCS HAD RECOMMENDED MERIT-WISE POSTING OF 116 PRINCIPALS IN THE CONSTITUENT COLLEGES
1 min
Police Crack Revenge Killing in a Four-Decade-Old Land Dispute Case
In a chilling act of suspected revenge over a four-decade-old land dispute, a 70-year-old man was bludgeoned to death by unidentified assailants in Gopalganj district on May 4, police said.
1 min
Cosmic visionary who bridged chasm of science and society
It is a day heavy with grief — for Indian science, for those who were fortunate to know Professor Jayant Vishnu Narlikar, and for the generations whose lives were shaped, sometimes unknowingly, by his ideas, his clarity, and his refusal to ever stand at a distance from society.
5 mins
Nehru did an injustice by going for Indus Waters Treaty, gave Pak water and money
Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan is reaching out to farmers in the wake of India's decision to suspend the Indus Water Treaty, saying the move will benefit farming in Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Himachal Pradesh.
3 mins
Relief for Ex-IAS Trainee Khedkar as SC Grants Her Anticipatory Bail
The Supreme Court on Wednesday granted anticipatory bail to former IAS probationer Puja Khedkar, accused of cheating, and wrongly availing OBC and disability quota benefits in the civil services exam.
1 min
TN Moves SC Against Centre Over 'Coercion' To Adopt NEP
Tamil Nadu has moved the Supreme Court against the Union government's withholding of ₹2,151 crore under a centrally-sponsored education scheme, alleging it was done to \"coerce\" and \"force\" the state to implement the National Education Policy (NEP).
2 mins
750 Selected for This Year's Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
This Pilgrimage, Suspended Since 2020, Will Begin in June This Year and Continue Till August
2 mins
Some Members in OIC Are Seen as Key Voices in Global South
Some Members in OIC Are Seen as Key Voices in Global South
2 mins
Half of Indian districts at high heat risk: Energy council report
Over half of Indian districts (57%), home to 76% of the population and contributing to a combined GDP of Rs 280 lakh crore (almost 85% of India's GDP at current prices) are currently at high to very high heat risk, an analysis by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water has revealed.
3 mins
India's share of Indus waters can recharge Punjab aquifers
In the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, India decided to put the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) in abeyance. Transboundary water-sharing agreements are vital to maintaining harmonious international relations in the long run. India also shares water with Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and China. We need to prioritize full usage within treaties before we reject any such treaty.
3 mins
Focus on vehicle efficiency to reduce GHG emissions
Sustainable transportation is a key aspect of reducing global carbon emissions to stem the climate crisis.
3 mins
Diplomatic Misreading of Donald Trump's US
Operation Sindoor should lead to a review of India's assumptions about President Trump, and the diplomatic management of his world
4 mins
Six Killed in School Bus Bombing in SW Pakistan
A suspected suicide bomber targeted a school bus in southwestern Pakistan, killing at least four children and two adults on Wednesday in an attack the government accused India of backing.
1 min
Inspired by Israel, Trump unveils plans for 'Golden Dome' missile shield for US
US President Donald Trump has announced new details and initial funding for his \"Golden Dome\" missile shield system, with geopolitical rival China accusing Washington on Wednesday of undermining global stability.
1 min
'Not decided yet': Moscow denies stalling peace talks
Russia on Wednesday rejected Ukrainian and European accusations it was trying to drag out the peace process around Ukraine, but said that no decision had yet been made on a venue for talks when asked if they could be hosted by the Vatican.
2 mins
China, Pak, Afghanistan Meet in Beijing, Decide to Expand CPEC
The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is set to be expanded to Afghanistan with the foreign ministers of the three countries agreeing on it as part of broader efforts to boost \"trilateral\" cooperation.
1 min
Under attack by Trump, S African Prez responds with trade deal offer
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa was headed to the White House, on Wednesday, on a delicate mission to persuade US President Donald Trump to make deals with his country rather than scold and punish it as he has done since the start of his second term.
1 min
EU Steps Up Pressure on Israel Over Gaza Conflict
The EU is Israel's largest trading partner, accounting for a third of its total trade in goods, according to data by the European Commission
2 mins
Russian ship in 'suspicious' activity near Baltic cable, says Polish PM
Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Wednesday that the Nato member intervened after detecting \"suspicious\" activity from a Russian \"shadow fleet\" ship near a cable in the Baltic Sea.
1 min
Philippines, US Coast Guards Join Military Drills in South China Sea
The Philippine and US coast guards participated for the first time in joint military drills, Manila's armed forces said on Wednesday, joining broader exercises held by the two allies in the South China Sea.
1 min
RBI to slow cash boost post $100 bn injection: Economists
Estimates for the upcoming surplus transfer range from ₹2.5 lakh cr to ₹3 lakh cr
1 min
Domestic Air Traffic Rises 8% to 143 L in April
Indian airlines flew 143.6 lakh passengers on domestic routes in April, 8.45% more as compared to the year-ago period, amid rising air traffic demand.
1 min
IndiGo PAT rockets 62% in Jan-Mar qtr
IndiGo airline reported a 62% jump in its fourth-quarter profit after tax (PAT) on Wednesday—its first quarterly profit rise in four—helped by robust demand for domestic air travel.
1 min
India Trims Gas-Based Power Generation to 20.13 GW as of April
The country has reduced gas-based power generation capacity by 20% or 5 GW in the last three months to 20.13 gigawatts (GW) as of April.
1 min
NHPC net profit jumps 52% in March qtr; FY25 profit slips 15%
THE COMPANY HAS RECOMMENDED A DIVIDEND OF ₹0.51 PER EQUITY SHARE OF FACE VALUE ₹10 FOR FY25
1 min
Russian Oil Imports Hit 10-Month High on Demand for ESPO Crude
India's Russian crude oil imports will hit close to 1.8 million barrels per day in May, the highest in 10 months, ship tracking data from Kpler showed, after refiners snapped up more light grades such as ESPO Blend.
1 min
Uber Faces Govt Notice Over Pre-Ride Tipping, Flagged as Unfair Trade
The Centre has issued a notice to Uber India over its \"advance tip\" feature, calling it an unfair and exploitative trade practice that undermines consumer rights.
1 min
More Confidence in Recoveries Under IBC
Creditors have become more willing to lend to distressed firms at lower interest rates since the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC) was adopted, showing they are more confident of recovering dues in case of a default, the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) said in its FY25 update on outcomes of debt resolution.
2 mins
India Poised to Weather Tariffs, Global Trade Risks
India-Pak tensions may hurt Pakistan's growth more than India's, says report
2 mins
Jasmine Paolini gets ready for Roland Garros
The Italian has done enough to secure her spot as one of the top forces on the professional circuit
3 mins
Guardiola warns he will leave if Manchester City squad too large
Pep Guardiola has said he could quit his position as Manchester City manager if he is given too large a squad next season as he can no longer bear to leave out large numbers of fit players from his team.
2 mins
Malaysia Masters: Prannoy and Srikanth Win; Sindhu Exits
India's male shuttlers, led by the experienced duo of HS Prannoy and Kidambi Srikanth, were off to a brilliant start but it was curtains for double Olympic-medallist PV Sindhu as she bowed out with a first-round loss at the Malaysia Masters badminton tournament here on Wednesday.
1 min
GT Eye Top-Two Finish as LSG Look to Salvage Pride
Former champions Gujarat Titans will aim to extend their winning streak to solidify a top-two finish when they face a struggling Lucknow Super Giants in their Indian Premier League clash here on Thursday.
1 min
Jugal Hansraj on response to Nadaaniyan and Ibrahim: People can be kinder
Actor Jugal Hansraj has kept busy with OTT projects like the series Mismatched and recently the film Nadaaniyan, where he played debutant Ibrahim Ali Khan's father.
1 min
Virushka's pickleball game with RCB players wins hearts on social media
Cricketer Virat Kohli and his wife, actor Anushka Sharma, enjoyed a game of pickleball with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) players recently.
1 min
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