The Ministry of Home Affairs has sought the President of India's approval to prosecute former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain under Section 218 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Suraksha Sanhita, 2023. This decision is based on evidence provided by the Enforcement Directorate, highlighting alleged financial irregularities linked to Jain.
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The Indian home ministry extended the validity of FCRA registration certificates for NGOs by six months. This applies to licenses expiring between April 1, 2025, and June 30, 2025, contingent on timely renewal applications. The extension ensures a smooth transition to stricter FCRA regulations implemented since 2020.
Protests erupted in Manipur's Imphal valley after the arrest of village volunteers, leading to roadblocks and market closures. The unrest followed Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla's warning for residents to surrender looted weapons. Security forces have intensified crackdowns, detaining multiple militants and recovering weaponry.
The common thread among industry leaders is the need for enhanced policy support to reduce India's reliance on imports and bolster domestic manufacturing, innovation, and energy security.
Released on the eve of Republic Day, the 2025 Padma Shri list honors unsung heroes contributing to Indian culture, heritage, and social progress. It highlights individuals from diverse fields, including a para-archer, social activists, folk artists, and conservationists, showcasing India's vibrant cultural and social achievements.
The anti-terror operation in J&K’s Kathua district enters its third day with intensified measures, including elite commandos and drones, to locate the terrorists. The operation follows an initial confrontation and subsequent discovery of arms and suspicious materials, indicating infiltration from Pakistan.
A car accidentally reversed off the first-floor parking of Shubh Gateway Apartment in Pune, crashing to the ground and causing shock among onlookers. The incident, captured on CCTV, has raised concerns about construction quality and the need for stringent safety measures in residential complexes. Fortunately, no one was seriously injured.
Kannada actress Ranya Rao was arrested for smuggling 14.2 kg of gold worth Rs 12.56 crore at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport. Subsequent DRI searches at her residence uncovered gold jewellery worth Rs 2.06 crore and Rs 2.67 crore in cash, bringing the total seizure to Rs 17.29 crore. The actress, stepdaughter of IPS officer Ramachandra Rao, has been remanded to judicial custody as investigations continue into the smuggling racket.
Jammu & Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah questions the relevance of the INDIA bloc, suggesting dissolution if it was only formed for Lok Sabha elections. He highlights a lack of clarity regarding leadership, future strategy, and the bloc’s existence while responding to Tejashwi Yadav’s comment about its limited scope and calls for a meeting to address these concerns.
Union home minister Amit Shah said he spoke with Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami regarding the rescue of 57 workers trapped in Mana village after an avalanche in Chamoli. He also consulted ITBP and NDRF officials, emphasizing that rescuing those trapped is the top priority. Shah assured that all necessary measures are being taken, with the local administration fully engaged and two NDRF teams en route to assist in the operations.