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A rare public disagreement has emerged between former U.S. President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk over Tesla’s plans to expand its footprint in India. The dispute centers around India’s high import tariffs on electric vehicles (EVs) and whether Tesla should establish a manufacturing plant in the country under the current trade policies. The controversy surfaced after Trump, currently in the midst of a political resurgence in the U.S., criticized India’s stringent tariff structure, calling it unfair to American manufacturers. Speaking at a business forum in Florida earlier this week, Trump said, “India has some of the highest tariffs…

In a historic move, Rekha Gupta has been appointed as the Chief Minister of Delhi, marking a significant milestone in the city’s political landscape. Her ascension not only underscores her dedication to public service but also highlights the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) commitment to promoting dynamic leadership. Born on July 19, 1974, in Julana, Haryana, Rekha Gupta was the eldest of six children to Jai Bhagwan Jindal, a State Bank of India branch manager, and Urmila Jindal, a homemaker. The family’s strong affiliation with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) profoundly influenced her upbringing. Gupta pursued her early education at Manender…

In a significant development, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has formally requested assistance from India’s Ministry of Law and Justice to serve legal complaints to Gautam Adani, founder and chairman of the Adani Group, and his nephew, Sagar Adani. This move comes as part of the SEC’s ongoing investigation into allegations of a multi-billion-dollar bribery and fraud scheme involving Adani Green Energy Ltd., a subsidiary of the conglomerate. The SEC’s complaint, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, accuses Gautam and Sagar Adani of orchestrating a scheme to pay approximately $265…

In a major crackdown on illegal immigration, the United States is set to deport 7,25,000 Indian immigrants who entered the country in search of employment. The latest wave of deportations saw 112 individuals returning to India late Sunday night, marking the third instalment of expulsions. Currently, 2,424 Indian nationals remain in U.S. detention centers awaiting deportation. The stringent measures, which have intensified since the Trump administration’s policies, continue to impact thousands of undocumented immigrants. On February 5, a U.S. Air Force plane transported 104 Indians from Texas directly to Amritsar. Among them, 31 hailed from Punjab and 33 from Gujarat,…

On February 18, 2025, the Supreme Court of India addressed a writ petition filed by YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia (known as Beer Biceps) concerning multiple FIRs lodged against him across states like Maharashtra, Assam, and Rajasthan. These FIRs stemmed from allegedly obscene remarks he made during an episode of the YouTube show “India’s Got Latent.” The bench, comprising Justices Surya Kant and N. Kotiswar Singh, provided interim relief while sharply criticizing Allahabadia’s conduct. Below is a detailed update based on available information, including the judges’ statements and the arguments presented by counsel. The Supreme Court expressed strong disapproval of Allahabadia’s remarks,…

A U.S. aircraft carrying 119 deported Indian nationals is set to land at Amritsar airport on Saturday, February 15, marking the second such arrival this month amid an intensified crackdown on illegal immigrants by the Trump administration. The deportations are part of a broader effort by U.S. law enforcement agencies to curb unauthorized migration. According to official sources, the flight is expected to arrive at approximately 10 p.m. Among the 119 deportees, 67 hail from Punjab, 33 from Haryana, eight from Gujarat, three from Uttar Pradesh, two each from Goa, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan, and one each from Himachal Pradesh and…

A recent Right to Information (RTI) reply from the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) has revealed that the Modi government has spent Rs 952.4 crores on the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme over the last 11 years. However, the ministry has failed to provide any details on how these funds were utilized, raising serious concerns about transparency and accountability in one of the flagship schemes aimed at empowering girls in India. “Launched in 2015 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BBBP scheme was intended to address declining child sex ratios and promote the education and well-being of…

In a historic move, the government is set to introduce a new Income Tax Bill in Parliament, replacing the six-decade-old Income Tax Act of 1961. The new bill aims to simplify tax laws, reduce legal ambiguities, and encourage voluntary compliance. Finance Ministry officials have stated that this legislation is designed to modernize India’s taxation system and align it with global best practices. “The current Income Tax Act, which has been in force since 1961, has undergone multiple amendments over the decades, making it increasingly complex and difficult to navigate. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaraman highlighted that the new bill will simplify…

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The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made a dramatic return to power in the national capital after 27 years, securing a decisive victory in the Delhi Assembly elections. The BJP won 48 out of 70 seats, leaving the incumbent Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) with a drastically reduced presence in the Assembly. This landslide victory has not only reshaped Delhi’s political landscape but has also raised critical questions about AAP’s leadership and its future. The defeat marks the most significant electoral setback for AAP since its formation, with party supremo and outgoing Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal losing his New Delhi constituency…