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1:43 PM

Congress will form next govt in Gujarat: Rahul Gandhi

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday expressed confidence that his party will form the next government in Gujarat, as he attacked the BJP-led central government for creating one India for the rich and one for the poor.

In the BJP model, which has created two Indias, one for the rich and one for the poor, resources of the country belonging to poor people are being given to a few rich people, he said.

Addressing a tribal rally, the Congress leader also said that the BJP-led government in the state had deprived tribals of their rights.

12:57 PM

Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharma passes away

The passing away of Pandit Shiv Kumar Sharmaji marks the end of an era. He was the pioneer of Santoor and his contribution is unparalleled. For me, it’s a personal loss and I will miss him no end. May his soul rest in peace. His music lives on forever! Om Shanti

12:08 PM

After 8 years of PM Modi's rule, 13 districts in the state have been made AFSPA-free: Amit Shah

The areas under the AFSPA have been reduced in Assam. We will make sure AFSPA is removed from all areas in the State. In the 1990s, AFSPA was implemented in Assam, it was extended 7 times. After 8 years of PM Modi's rule, 13 districts in the state have been made AFSPA-free, while it has been removed from over 60% area of Assam: Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Guwahati

 

11:44 AM

Jharkhand mining secretary appears before ED in money laundering case

Jharkhand mining secretary Pooja Singhal on Tuesday appeared before the ED here for questioning in a money laundering case linked to alleged embezzlement of MGNREGA funds in Khunti district of the state and other charges, officials said.

 

The federal agency is expected to record the statement of the 2000-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). The agency had briefly questioned her during the raids that were conducted against her, her businessman husband Abhishek Jha and others on May 6 in Jharkhand and few other locations.

11:32 AM

BharatPe initiates action against former founder to claw back restricted shares

BharatPe on Tuesday said it has initiated necessary action against a former founder to claw back his restricted shares following a governance review. In a statement, the firm said it will take all steps to enforce its right under the law. In January 2022, the board of BharatPe initiated the corporate governance review of the company.

 

The company had appointed Alvarez & Marsal (A&M), a global professional services firm notable for its work in turnaround management and performance improvement, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co (SAM), India's leading law firm, to help the board and management with its governance review and PwC, a leading consulting entity, to determine wilful misconduct and gross negligence by a former founder.

11:31 AM

Cyclone impact: All flights cancelled at Vizag airport

All the flights in and out of this coastal city in Andhra Pradesh were cancelled on Tuesday in view of the severe cyclonic storm 'Asani' in Bay of Bengal.

 

With the cyclonic storm moving closer to Andhra Pradesh coast and likely to trigger heavy rains and gusty winds, authorities suspended air services to and from Visakhapatnam Airport as a precautionary measure. IndiGo has announced cancellation of all its flights in and out of Visakhapatnam. AirAsia has cancelled Delhi-Visakhapatnam and Bangalore-Visakhapatnam flights.

11:11 AM

UP govt to open their office for UP residents living in Mumbai

UP govt to open their office for UP residents living in Mumbai; office to look after their jobs, interests and other conveniences

 

10:50 AM

Bulldozer being brought to New Friends Colony where SDMC is set to carry out an anti-encroachment drive

10:19 AM

Rupee surges 20 paise against US dollar in early trade

The rupee surged 20 paise to 77.24 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, as a firm trend in domestic equity markets and receding global crude prices boosted investor sentiment.

 

Besides, a weak American currency against its global rivals also helped the domestic unit, forex traders said.

 

However, rising concerns over higher interest rates and weakness in global economic growth kept the appreciation bias in check, they added.

9:53 AM

Cyclonic Asani update

9:20 AM

India coronavirus update

India logged 2,288 new cases and 10 deaths in last 24 hours. Active cases saw net decline of 766 cases.

8:56 AM

Yoon Suk-yeol sworn in as South Korean president

Yoon Suk-yeol sworn in as South Korean president, reports AFP

 

8:39 AM

FIR registered against Karanveer Singh PPS (SP Sangrur) for allegedly accepting Rs 3 lakhs

FIR registered under Prevention of Corruption Act 2018  against Karanveer Singh PPS (SP Sangrur) for allegedly demanding and accepting Rs 3 lakhs through ASI Davinder Singh. ASI Davinder Singh is arrested while SP Karanveer is absconding, confirms MS Sidhu, SSP Sangrur

7:27 AM

Telangana likely to receive thunderstorm with lightning during next two days

Telangana likely to receive thunderstorm with lightning during next two days, says MET Director Naga Ratna

 

7:26 AM

Cyclonic Storm Asani update

Severe Cyclonic Storm Asani moved with a speed of 12kmph in west northwest direction during last 6 hrs & is about 590 southwest of Puri & about 510 km south southwest of Gopalpur, Odisha: Meteorological Centre, Bhubaneswar