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March 16, 2023

Lalu Yadav, Rabri Devi, Misa Bharti, get bail in CBI's land-for-job case

The Rouse Avenue Court here on Wednesday granted regular bail to former Railway Minister Lalu Prasad Yadav, Rabri Devi and their daughter Misa Bharti and other accused in connection with the case related to the alleged land-for-job scam.

1 min

Smriti slams Rahul over his UK speech

Union Minister Smriti Irani today launched a broadside against senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing him of defaming the nation on foreign soil.

1 min

Senarow: SC queries Maha Guv's call for trust vote

The Supreme Court on Wednesday observed that the Governor should not enter into the area of intra-party feud which precipitates the fall of a government and called the Maharashtra political crisis a serious issue and “a sad spectacle for democracy.”

1 min

Opp stages protests over Adani issue

Protest march started from Parliament to ED office but Opposition MPs were stopped by police at Vijay Chowk

2 mins

CM forms team to look into unused industrial land

After state housing minister Aroop Biswas echoed voices of CREDAI representatives

2 mins

'Well-reasoned order passed in Sena symbol row'

EC tells apex court it passed order in quasi-judicial capacity

2 mins

Political Education

Introduction to history of national politics, brief notions of governance, quality of political systems and their impact on the life of citizens are the basic pedagogic framework of any education in politics at the rudimentary level. The purpose of such an introduction to political education is distinctly utilitarian. It is designed to promote political awareness, ideas of rights and duties

4 mins

Not too nutty about Naatu Naatu

I clearly remember the Oscars presentation ceremony from 2009 when A. R. Rahman won two awards, one as the best music director and one for the song “Jai Ho” from the movie “Slumdog Millionaire”.

4 mins

Nepotism may be a part of our mindset

The term “nepo baby,” which refers to people whose quick rise to success and fame is partially due to their family’s influence and status, is a relatively recent addition to the extensive list of internet lexicons.

5 mins

No 'security testing' or 'crackdown' plans for smartphone makers: Govt

The government on Wednesday said there are no plans for security testing for smartphones or crackdown on preinstalled applications, as the sole emphasis is on ease of doing business and boost local electronics manufacturing.

1 min

Stocks fall on Wall Street on renewed fears about banks

On Wall Street, companies in the oil and gas business also tumbled as the price of crude dropped more than 3 percent

3 mins

India's exports fell 8.8% to $33.88 bn in February, trade deficit narrows

India's exports fell in February 2023 by 8.8 per cent to $33.88 billion against $37.15 billion recorded during the corresponding period of last year.

1 min

Kolkata becomes Akasa Air's 17th destination

Akasa Air, India’s newest airline, announced the addition of Kolkata as its 17th destination to its rapidly growing network, strengthening its presence in the East.

1 min

Right to be forgotten: Delhi HC asks Google if de-indexing of publications possible

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday, in a petition invoking 'Right to be forgotten' and seeking removal of news and journal articles published on various online platforms, asked Google to file reply as to whether de-indexing of publications can be done so that URLs don't appear in search engine results.

2 mins

India's electronic goods export rose 22.39 percent in five years

Export of electronic goods from India increased from Rs 39,978 crore in 2016-17 to Rs 1,09,797 crore in 2021-22, showing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.39 per cent.

1 min

Indian startups able to withdraw up to $300mn from SVB: Report

Indian startups have withdrawn up to $300 million from the collapsed Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) after the Joe Biden government in the US allowed depositors to withdraw their funds from March 13, the media reported.

1 min

No relief to Kavitha, SC to hear on 24 March her challenge to ED summons

In connection with alleged money laundering case rooted in Delhi excise policy irregularities scam

2 mins

Late-winter storm pummels Northeast with heavy, wet snow

A winter storm dumped heavy, wet snow in parts of the Northeast on Tuesday, causing tens of thousands of power outages, widespread school closings, dangerous driving conditions and a plane to slide off a taxiway.

3 mins

US says Russian warplane hits American drone over Black Sea

A Russian fighter jet struck the propeller of a U.S. surveillance drone over the Black Sea on Tuesday in a “brazen violation of international law,” causing American forces to bring down the unmanned aerial vehicle, the U.S. said.

1 min

'Nazi' references: BBC sportscaster's tweet revives debate

The references seem endless, and they can come from anywhere. In recent days, Pope Francis compared Nicaragua’s repression of Catholics to Hitler’s rule in Germany.

2 mins

How Washington came to rescue US banks after the SVB collapse

Frenetic weekend saw US policymakers deciding to protect all of SVB’s deposits, regardless of size

3 mins

Lahore High Court puts temporary stop to police operation at Imran Khan's house

Intervening as police and other security personnel clashed with PTI workers outside party chief and former Prime Minister Imran Khan's residence, the Lahore High Court on Wednesday ordered a stop to police operation at Zaman Park till 10 a.m. on Thursday, reports said.

1 min

Honduras will seek ties with China, spurning Taiwan

Honduras President Xiomara Castro announced Tuesday that her government will seek to establish diplomatic relations with China, which would imply severing relations with Taiwan.

1 min

Saina Nehwal pulls out of All England Open 2023

Indian ace shuttler Saina Nehwal has pulled out of the All England Open 2023, the reason for which is yet to be known.

1 min

How Barcelona 'suborned' Spanish referees

This is about the flip side of the picture. A skeleton out of the cupboard.

1 min

Ashwin reclaims No. 1 spot for Test bowlers

Indian players as well as Australian players saw some major ICC ranking changes after the end of the Border Gavaskar Trophy, International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday announced the latest rankings.

2 mins

Uthapppa, Gambhir power India Maharajas to win over Asia Lions

India Maharajas ruled over Asia Lions through skipper Gautam Gambhir and Robin Uthappa's spectacular unbeaten 159 runs opening partnership to record an emphatic 10-wicket victory, in the fourth match of the LLC Masters at the Asian Town Cricket Stadium in Doha.

1 min

DGC Open: Viraj, Chikkarangappa to lead sizeable Indian contingent's campaign

Viraj Madappa and Chikkarangappa S.,will spearhead a sizeable home contingent's campaign ,in the in the strongest ever field, at the $750,000 The DGC Open, commencing at the Delhi Golf Club on Thursday,

2 mins

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