An insurance company denied a Silvassa resident's medical claim, citing discrepancies in his Google Maps Timeline, which didn't reflect his presence at the hospital. The Valsad Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission intervened, ordering the insurer to reimburse the claim and compensate for mental harassment.
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Relatives of Amritpal Singh Dhillon, arrested for the hit-and-run that killed marathoner Fauja Singh, visited the bereaved family to offer condolences. Amritpal, who works in Canada, claimed ignorance of hitting the legendary runner. Despite his remorse, he failed to take responsibility, fleeing the scene and attempting to remain hidden. Police apprehended him using headlight fragments, CCTV, and witness testimonies.
Microsoft is warning organizations about active exploitation of on-premises SharePoint servers by the Storm-2603 group. Hackers are deploying Warlock ransomware after breaching vulnerable systems, demanding cryptocurrency payments. SharePoint Online is unaffected, but on-premises versions require patching. Microsoft advises enabling AMSI, deploying Defender AV, and monitoring for suspicious activity to protect against these attacks.
Indian families sending money abroad for their children's education faced high bank fees. A report estimates they paid Rs 1,700 crore in 2024. Traditional banks charge high exchange rate markups. Digital remittances offer a cheaper alternative. India is now the largest source of international students in the US. Overseas education spending is expected to double by 2030.
India and the UK have formalized a Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement after three years of negotiations, aiming to more than double bilateral trade to $56 billion by 2030. The agreement slashes duties on various goods, benefiting consumers with cheaper British products like cars and Scotch. In return, the UK will allow zero-duty import on 99% of Indian product lines.
External affairs ministry has cautioned against double standards following NATO chief Rutte's warning of potential secondary sanctions for countries, including India, maintaining trade ties with Russia. Rutte urged India, China, and Brazil to reconsider their economic relations with Moscow or face sanctions if Russia doesn't engage in peace talks.
The UK-India Double Contributions Convention provides significant relief to Indian IT firms by eliminating dual social security contributions for up to 36 months. This exemption reduces assignment costs and ensures continuity of coverage in India. The agreement addresses a long-standing demand, offering strong support to both individuals and businesses amid increasing protectionism.
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The J&K and Ladakh High Court has directed Shri Amarnath Shrine Board (SASB) to reinstate permission for Ludhiana's Bhole Bhandari Charitable Trust to operate a langar at Panchtarni, a key rest stop on the Amarnath pilgrimage route. Justice Rahul Bharti noted the trust's unwarranted exclusion, despite its 28-year history of service.
With PM Modi's return imminent, NDA parties are poised to finalize their vice-presidential candidate, likely from BJP, leveraging their parliamentary majority. The chosen candidate will possess political and legislative experience, aligning with organizational values. Electoral considerations in upcoming Bihar and other state polls will influence the selection, as the vice president's role is crucial in shaping Parliament's agenda.