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India's strong domestic demand to cushion impact of US tariff hike

The fallout from a US move to double tariffs on Indian goods -- from 25 per cent to 50 per cent from August 27 -- in retaliation for New Delhi's oil trade with Moscow will not be uniform, in S&P Global Ratings' view. This will be the highest tariff in the region and will affect 50 per cent-60 per cent of India's total exports to the US.

Aug 22, 2025

Rooted in scientific reasoning: LoP Rahul Gandhi welcomes modified SC order on stray dogs

On August 12, he wrote on X, "The SC's directive to remove all stray dogs from Delhi-NCR is a step back from decades of humane, science-backed policy. These voiceless souls are not 'problems' to be erased. Shelters, sterilisation, vaccination, and community care can keep streets safe -- without cruelty. Blanket removals are cruel, shortsighted, and strip us of compassion."

Aug 22, 2025

SC orders release of stray dogs post sterilisation, immunisation; notes exceptions [details]

The Justice Nath-led Bench, which reserved its decision last week in the suo motu case titled "In Re: City Hounded by Strays, Kids Pay Price", emphasised the creation of dedicated feeding spaces for stray dogs while restricting public feeding.

Aug 22, 2025

US court throws out 500 million USD penalty against Trump

New York Attorney General Letitia James filed a lawsuit in 2022, accusing Trump and his company of overstating the value of his properties and other assets to obtain favorable bank loans or insurance terms, Xinhua news agency reported.

Aug 22, 2025

Major gambling racket busted in Delhi's Vasant Vihar, 12 arrested

According to an official Press release issued by the South West District Police on Friday, "The joint team of Special Staff and PS Vasant Vihar, South West District has busted a large-scale illegal gambling racket... arresting 12 gamblers, including the mastermind Harish @ Kranti. With their arrest, a total stake money of Rs. 15,32,500 along with 13 packets of premium playing cards, 10 dice & one leather box were recovered."

Aug 22, 2025

Delhi CM attack: Police detain Rajesh Khimji's friend who transferred money

In the clips, he is seen roaming in and out of her Shalimar Bagh residence for 11 minutes. The footage, dated August 19, shows Rajesh arriving at the CM's private residence on a cycle rickshaw, recording videos of the area, and entering the premises. He was seen going in and out of the house for at least 11 minutes, apparently conducting a recce. Later, staff at the residence gave him a slip with details of the Chief Minister's official Civil Lines residence and the timings of the Jan Sunvai programme.

Aug 22, 2025

33 missing persons may not be found alive: CM Omar shares update on Kishtwar cloudburst tragedy

J&K CM confirmed that 33 people remain missing following the devastating August 14 cloudburst in Kishtwar district, with the death toll reaching 65. Abdullah acknowledged that the missing persons may not be found alive and emphasized the need for immediate rehabilitation of affected families.

Aug 21, 2025

CM Rekha Gupta's attacker recced Shalimar Bagh residence for 11 minutes, CCTV video emerges

In the aftermath of the shocking attack, security at the Chief Minister's Civil Lines residence has been significantly heightened. CM Gupta has now been granted 'Z category' security, and a team of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel has been deployed for her protection. The police further revealed that Rajesh has a criminal history, with five cases registered against him at Bhaktinagar Police Station in Rajkot.

Aug 21, 2025

J&K Court sentences Hizbul terrorist to life for murder after 32 years

Eyewitnesses, including Hajam's brothers, testified that Mir led the victim to a nearby graveyard where he shot him point-blank in the forehead. The villagers intervened when Mir attempted to set the body on fire using kerosene.

Aug 21, 2025

Who is Satish Golcha: IPS officer known for 1984 riots case probe takes charge as Delhi Police chief

Satish Golcha, IPS, has built a distinguished career marked by high-profile investigations, including the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. His tenure as the Director General (Prisons) for the Delhi government has further solidified his reputation for diligence and professionalism.

Aug 21, 2025

8th Pay Commission: Key discussions on salary hike soon

Under the existing 7th Pay Commission, the earning husband is counted as one unit, the wife as 0.8 units, and each child as 0.6 units. The proposed model aims to address the financial needs of families more comprehensively.

Aug 21, 2025

Pigeon carrying bomb threat note from PAK captured; Jammu railway station on high alert

Security forces captured a pigeon from Pakistan near the RS Pura border carrying a threatening note warning of an IED blast at Jammu railway station. The message, written in Urdu and English, included phrases like "Kashmir Freedom" and "Time has come".

Aug 21, 2025

J&K govt cracks down on unsafe meat sales with stringent guidelines, penalties

In response to the recent recovery of over 12,000 kg of rotten and substandard meat across Jammu and Kashmir, the FDA has issued a strong directive to all food business operators, including online platforms, to strictly follow FSSAI regulations for packaging, labeling, and cold storage of frozen meat products.

Aug 21, 2025

Family of three still missing after Kishtwar cloudburst; mother clings on to hope

Seven days after a cloudburst devastated Choshiti village in Jammu and Kashmir's Kishtwar district, 70-year-old Krishna Devi of Jammu's Digiana locality holds on to hope as her son, daughter-in-law, and three-year-old grandson remain missing. The family had set out on a pilgrimage to Machail Mata when disaster struck.

Aug 21, 2025

Karnataka crowd control bill sent to House Committee after BJP opposition

Speaker U.T. Khader announced in the Assembly that a legislative House Committee will be formed to examine the Karnataka Crowd Control (Managing Crowd at Events and Places of Gathering) Bill, 2025, after Home Minister G. Parameshwara agreed to the BJP's strong demand in this regard.

Aug 21, 2025