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Congress Faces Scrutiny in National Herald ScandalAllegations of Financial MisconductNEW DELHI: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified its attack on Congress leaders Sonia and Rahul Gandhi, accusing them of orchestrating a scheme to acquire ₹2,000 crore worth of properties through the National Herald newspaper without personal investment. BJP leader Anurag Thakur claims the Gandhis leveraged their control over Young Indian, a company owning 76% of the newspaper’s parent entity, to orchestrate this takeover.Enforcement Directorate’s ChargesheetThe Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a chargesheet against the Gandhis, prompting Congress to dismiss the action as politically motivated. Thakur, however, insists the case…
Ibrahim Ali Khan and Rasha Thadani Steal the Show at IPL Match in Mumbai Spotlight on Stadium Chemistry Ibrahim Ali Khan and Rasha Thadani turned heads at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on April 17 during an IPL match, igniting dating rumors with their lively interaction. The duo’s spirited cheers and shared laughter amid the game’s excitement captured fans’ attention, though their off-field behavior hinted at a more private dynamic. Stylish Vibes and Playful Moments The pair brought style to the stands, with Ibrahim opting for a sleek black t-shirt and Rasha shining in a trendy white jacket. Rasha’s animated reactions—clapping for…
VP Dhankhar Slams SC Ruling on Presidential Bill Deadlines Outrage Over Judicial Overreach NEW DELHI: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar expressed strong disapproval on Thursday, labeling the Supreme Court’s recent directive as a threat to democracy. The court’s landmark ruling last week set a three-month deadline for the President to act on Bills reserved by Governors. Dhankhar argued that this infringes on the President’s authority, calling Article 142 “a nuclear missile against democratic forces.” Constitutional Concerns Raised Dhankhar criticized the judiciary’s role, suggesting it oversteps into legislative and executive domains without accountability. He highlighted the April 8 verdict by Justices JB…
Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose Embarks on Peace Mission to Malda and Murshidabad A Commitment to Restore Calm Amid Tensions KOLKATA: West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose began a two-day visit to Malda and Murshidabad on Friday, starting from Sealdah station, aiming to restore peace following communal clashes linked to the Waqf Amendment Act. Despite opposition from Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the Trinamool Congress, Bose plans to visit refugee camps in Malda and violence-affected areas in Murshidabad. “Peace must be restored – and it will be, at any cost,” he declared, as reported by NDTV. Addressing the Aftermath of…
PM Modi Introduces Waqf Act 2025 to Address Muslim Community Concerns Responding to Over 1,700 Complaints NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, was crafted in response to more than 1,700 complaints from the Muslim community, with a significant focus on issues raised by women and widows. Speaking on Thursday in New Delhi during a meeting with the Dawoodi Bohra community, Modi highlighted that these grievances, received post his 2019 re-election, spurred the government to undertake necessary reforms. Empowering the Marginalized Modi emphasized that the new legislation aims to rectify the injustices faced under…
Gold Prices Soar in Indian Cities Amid Global Trade Tensions Surge Driven by U.S.-China Tariff Conflict NEW DELHI: The escalating tariff war between the United States and China has rattled global markets, pushing investors toward safe-haven assets like gold. With Donald Trump’s erratic tariff policies, rising recession concerns, and a declining US dollar, gold prices have seen a significant uptick. According to India Bullions, as of 10 am on April 18, gold and silver prices in India reached ₹95,410 per 10 grams and per kilogram, respectively, up from ₹94,010 per 10 grams and ₹94,660 per kilogram a week ago on…
Trump Signals Reluctance to Escalate China Tariffs Amid Trade Talks Balancing Trade and Diplomacy Washington, D.C.: US President Donald Trump expressed hesitation on Thursday about further increasing tariffs on China, citing potential disruptions to trade between the two nations. Speaking from the Oval Office during a meeting with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Trump suggested he might even reduce tariffs to encourage purchasing. “At a certain point, I don’t want them to go higher because at a certain point, you make it where people don’t buy. So I may not want to go higher, or I may not want to…
India urges Pakistan to act against terrorists as key accused Rana faces NIA interrogation in broader conspiracy case. NEW DELHI: India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday called on Pakistan to take action against the perpetrators of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, following the extradition of Tahawwur Hussain Rana, a key accused and close associate of David Coleman Headley. MEA Slams Pakistan for Sheltering Terrorists MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal, during his weekly briefing, said:“Pakistan may try very hard, but its reputation as the epicentre of global terrorism will not diminish. The extradition of Rana is a reminder yet again to…
Italy’s Meloni Will Test Her Mettle as EU-U.S. Bridge When She Meets With Trump MILAN— Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni will test her mettle as a bridge between the EU and the United States when she meets with U.S. President Donald Trump in the White House on Thursday, the first European leader to have a face-to-face with Trump since he announced, and then suspended, 20% tariffs on European exports. Meloni secured the meeting at a critical juncture in the trade war as Italy’s leader, but she also has, in a sense, been “knighted” to represent the European Union. She has been…
By [New Delhi Post]New Delhi, [17 April, 2025] In a significant interim order, the Supreme Court of India has directed the Centre to pause all non-Muslim appointments to Waqf Boards and assured that no Waqf properties—including those classified as “Waqf-by-user”—will be de-notified until further hearings. The decision comes amid a heated legal battle over the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, with multiple petitions challenging its constitutional validity. Key Interim Directions by Supreme Court A three-judge bench, led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna and comprising Justices Sanjay Kumar and KV Vishwanathan, recorded the Centre’s assurance that: Why the Controversy? The Waqf (Amendment)…
