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ED raids entities, people linked to Anil Ambani in Rs 3,000 crore Yes Bank loan fraud

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday launched raids at 35 locations in connection with a loan fraud probe against Anil Ambani-led Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Group companies, people familiar with the development said.

Jul 24, 2025

Ladakh, India's solar capital, fails to generate single unit of solar energy in last five years

Despite being dubbed the "solar capital" of India and having an estimated solar power potential of 13 GW, Ladakh has failed to generate even a single unit of solar energy over the past five years.

Jul 24, 2025

Dharmasthala mass grave case: SC refuses to entertain plea challenging media gag order

The petition argued that the gag order was issued 'ex parte', without notice or hearing the other side, and was passed within three hours. It further noted that the order affected around 300 media houses and directed the removal of approximately 9,000 links and news stories.

Jul 24, 2025

Six chip manufacturing projects approved; to generate over 27,000 direct jobs: Minister

The government introduced the 'Semicon India Programme', with an outlay of Rs 76,000 crore for the development of the semiconductor and display manufacturing ecosystem in the country, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Jitin Prasada, told the Lok Sabha in a written reply.

Jul 24, 2025

Fake embassy of fictional nations busted in Ghaziabad; Luxury cars, diplomatic gear seized

As per preliminary findings, Jain had converted the bungalow into a so-called 'embassy' for imaginary or self-declared micronations. He also falsely claimed to represent other such fictional entities, including West Arctica, Saborga, Poulvia, and Lodonia.

Jul 24, 2025

Air India crash: Two UK families receive wrong bodies; India refutes claim

As per reports, two UK-based families of Air India crash victims have received wrong bodies. The Foreign Ministry of India has finally responded to the incident.

Jul 24, 2025

Bengaluru riot case: NIA court convicts three; sentenced to seven years in jail

The convicted individuals are 44-year-old Syed Ikramuddin alias Syed Naveed, a resident of Kushalnagar in K.G. Halli; 46-year-old Syed Asif, a resident of Bharat Mata Layout; and 26-year-old Mohammad Atif, a resident of Basava Nagar.

Jul 24, 2025

Strong India-UK friendship is essential for global progress: PM Modi

"Landed in London. This visit will go a long way in advancing the economic partnership between our nations. The focus will be on furthering prosperity, growth and boosting job creation for our people. A strong India-UK friendship is essential for global progress," PM Modi said on social media platform X.

Jul 24, 2025

Congress vows to intensify campaign for J&K statehood restoration; cites SC directive, PM Modi's promise

A day after staging a protest in New Delhi, the Congress party announced it will escalate its campaign for the restoration of statehood to Jammu and Kashmir—an issue mandated by the Supreme Court and repeatedly promised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Jul 23, 2025

How India's diplomacy exposed TRF's Pakistan nexus; declared FTO by US

The dossier also highlighted the role of Sheikh Sajjad Gul, a Kashmiri face of the LeT, chosen by Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) to lead the TRF.

Jul 23, 2025

Decline in NPAs of public banks sparks political row; Congress, BJP wage war of words

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has embraced this reduction, viewing it as a progressive step towards economic stability. Shantanu Thakur, the Minister of State for Shipping and Waterways, described this achievement as significant, attributing it to the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Jul 23, 2025

Bomb scare at Bengaluru's Kalasipalya bus stand, gelatin sticks, detonators seized

Confirming the incident, DCP (West) S. Girish said: "Six gelatin sticks and some detonators, both separately packed, were found in a carry bag outside the toilet located on the premises of the Kalasipalya Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) bus stand. An FIR is yet to be registered."

Jul 23, 2025

Oppn continues to protest over Bihar SIR; Parliament disrupted again

Chirag Paswan, an MP from the Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas), questioned the Opposition's stance, highlighting their previous complaints to the Election Commission about bogus voters. "They went to the Election Commission alleging bogus voters. Now, when the EC is revising the rolls in response to their own complaints, they are protesting. This has happened before in Indian electoral history. What has changed now?" he asked.

Jul 23, 2025

India wages war on drug trade; hydroponic ganja from Thailand, 4 crore smuggled cigarettes seized

From airborne drug smuggling routes to tobacco tax evasion, the government intensifies enforcement with tech-driven tracking and international cooperation. The Government of India has reported major enforcement actions against the growing menace of illicit trade in narcotics and tobacco.

Jul 23, 2025

Flash flood risk looms over J&K amid heavy rainfall; authorities shut schools, issue public alerts

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a flash flood warning for several districts across Jammu and Kashmir, including Jammu, Rajouri, Poonch, Ramban, and Anantnag, forecasting low to moderate risk over the next 24 hours. In response to heavy rainfall and rising river levels, authorities have ordered the closure of schools in Rajouri, Reasi, and Samba.

Jul 23, 2025