A batch of 116 illegal immigrants deported from the US arrived in Amritsar. Four were arrested on charges including murder and sexual assault. Two cousins from Punjab are linked to a 2023 murder. A Haryana resident fled after being accused of sexual assault in 2022.
Related news
Iranian singer Amir Hossein Maghsoudloo, known as Tataloo, was sentenced to death for blasphemy after the Supreme Court accepted an appeal. He had earlier been sentenced to five years in prison. Tataloo, detained since December 2023 after being extradited from Turkey, faced additional charges related to promoting 'prostitution' and spreading 'propaganda.'
Intelligence sources reveal increased Hamas activity in Pakistan, including visits by senior functionaries to Jaish-e-Muhammed headquarters and Pakistani Army facilities. These visits, along with gatherings in PoK, suggest an attempt to link the jihadi campaign in J&K with the Palestinian fight against Israel. Pakistan has also shown support for Hamas, with leaders addressing Parliament and hosting Palestinian prisoners.
Baisakhi, a vibrant harvest festival primarily celebrated in Punjab, marks the beginning of the harvest season and the Punjabi New Year. It holds deep spiritual significance for Sikhs, commemorating the creation of the Khalsa Panth by Guru Gobind Singh Ji. Celebrations include traditional dances, fairs, delicious food, and a spirit of gratitude, new beginnings, unity, and equality.
Six US Congressmen have requested Attorney General Pamela Bondi to review the DOJ's decisions against the Adani Group, claiming the indictment could harm US-India relations. They argue the bribery case against Adani, worth $250 million, is baseless and risks strategic and economic ties. Adani Group has denied the charges and plans to contest them.
Hindenburg Research, known for its impactful short-selling reports, is shutting down as announced by founder Nate Anderson. Since 2017, the firm has uncovered alleged corporate fraud, including claims against the Adani Group, causing significant market value losses. While Anderson cites no specific reason, he plans to open-source Hindenburg’s methodology and support his employees’ future endeavors.
Google is cutting fewer than 100 jobs in its cloud division to allocate more resources towards AI investments. This move aims to optimize operations amid slower growth and missed revenue projections in its cloud business. Additionally, Google has expanded its voluntary exit program to include HR employees, further streamlining its workforce for increased efficiency.
Former minister Pratap Singh Khachariyawas criticized the BJP state government's allocation of Rs 100 crore for the IIFA awards event in Jaipur, calling it a misuse of taxpayers' money. Deputy chief minister Diya Kumari defended the expenditure, citing potential boosts to film tourism and employment. CM Bhajan Lal Sharma echoed the benefits for Rajasthan's global recognition and tourism sector.
President Donald Trump issued a final warning to Hamas, demanding the immediate release of American hostages in Gaza. This follows his meeting with former hostages and signals the US's direct engagement with Hamas representatives in Qatar, breaking from longstanding US policy.
Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath addressed the Sambhal violence, stating that the truth will emerge. He countered opposition allegations, citing decreased communal riots since 2017. Adityanath highlighted Sambhal's history of unrest and vowed to hold those responsible for the recent stone-pelting accountable. A judicial commission will be formed to investigate the matter.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) temporarily attached commercial properties worth Rs 10.6 crore in Dubai belonging to the late Amit Bhardwaj in a money laundering investigation. Previously, they seized assets linked to actress Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra. Bhardwaj's company allegedly scammed investors out of Rs 6,600 crore in bitcoins, promising high returns.