A deeply disturbing case from Gujarat has triggered widespread outrage after a woman allegedly accused her husband of selling her to his acquaintances for Rs 50,000, following which she was reportedly subjected to repeated sexual assault for nearly ten days. The shocking allegations have once again raised serious concerns about crimes against women, domestic abuse,...
In a significant policy move aimed at safeguarding foreign exchange reserves and stabilizing the domestic currency, the Government of India has increased the import duty on gold and silver from 6% to 15%. The decision comes against the backdrop of escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia and mounting pressure on India’s forex reserves. Officials indicated...
Prateek Yadav, the younger son of late Samajwadi Party patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav, has passed away at the age of 38. His sudden demise has sent shockwaves through political circles and among supporters of the influential Yadav family in Uttar Pradesh. According to initial reports, Prateek Yadav died unexpectedly, though the exact cause of death...
A major political controversy has erupted in Maharashtra after state minister and BJP leader Nitesh Rane made sharp remarks against the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) and its chief Asaduddin Owaisi during a media interaction linked to the ongoing Nashik Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) controversy. Rane’s statements, in which he described AIMIM as a “terrorist...
Gold prices witnessed a significant decline in domestic bullion markets on Monday, while silver registered strong gains as investors reacted to mounting geopolitical uncertainty in West Asia and shifting global economic signals. The sharp movement in precious metal prices came amid heightened concerns over rising crude oil prices, inflationary pressures, and uncertainty surrounding global monetary...
In a landmark political development, senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Suvendu Adhikari has been officially chosen as the next Chief Minister of West Bengal, following the party’s sweeping victory in the 2026 state assembly elections. The decision marks a historic turning point in the state’s political landscape, ending over a decade of governance by...
The Mumbai Indians have come under increasing scrutiny following criticism over their perceived lack of support for captain Hardik Pandya during a challenging phase in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) season. The situation has sparked debate among former players, analysts, and fans, raising questions about leadership backing, dressing room dynamics, and team management strategies....
A devastating fire tore through a multi-storey residential building in Delhi’s Vivek Vihar area in the early hours of Sunday, triggering a large-scale rescue operation and leaving multiple people dead and several others injured. The tragedy has once again raised serious concerns over fire safety compliance in densely populated urban neighbourhoods. Fire Breaks Out Before...
Nearly two years after regulatory restrictions halted the core operations of Paytm Payments Bank, an estimated ₹800 crore remains stuck within the system, raising fresh concerns about unresolved financial liabilities and the long tail of regulatory intervention in India’s fintech sector. The situation stems from the Reserve Bank of India’s decisive action in early 2024,...
In a significant regulatory action, the Reserve Bank of India has cancelled the banking licence of Paytm Payments Bank, marking a major development in India’s financial and fintech landscape. The decision, which came into effect on April 24, effectively bars the payments bank from carrying out banking operations under the provisions of the Banking Regulation...