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SFI students march towards Ramlila Maidan in support of INDIA bloc's 'Chalo Delhi' rally; BJP stages counter-protest
Student activists affiliated with the Students' Federation of India gathered and marched towards Ramlila Maidan. The joint protest aims to call for the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over electoral roll irregularities. Opposition leaders such as Rahul Gandhi and Mamata Banerjee are expected to participate in the rally. Meanwhile, the BJP is organizing a separate march in West Delhi to commemorate the 1984 anti-Sikh riots.
Delhi traders urge PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi, Kejriwal to postpone protests till January 31
Bharatiya Udyog Vyapar Mandal has requested political protests in Delhi to be postponed until January 31, next year. This appeal highlighted the importance of the upcoming festival and wedding season for traders and workers. Demonstrations are reportedly causing significant business disruptions, particularly affecting market access and transportation. The trade body emphasised that such interruptions harm Delhi's economy and broader commercial networks.
CEC row: 42 former Judges write an open letter and warn against attempts to undermine Election Commission
A group of 42 judges and retired officials criticized ongoing attacks on constitutional institutions in India. They expressed concerns over the Election Commission and judiciary being unjustly targeted. The letter appeals for defending public trust in democracy and urges evidence-based criticisms of institutions. It also rebukes attempts to discredit the electoral process and encourages transparency from constitutional bodies.
J B Ecotex files DRHP for Rs 400 crore IPO; OFS of 1.29 crore shares
Surat-based J B Ecotex Ltd has filed its DRHP with SEBI to raise funds through an IPO. The proposed issue comprises a fresh issue of up to Rs 400 crore and an OFS of up to 1.295 crore shares by promoters. The company may also raise up to Rs 80 crore through a Pre-IPO Placement, which, if completed, will be deducted from the fresh issue size.
Explained! Modus operandi and how Sebi cracked whip in alleged pump-and-dump scheme involving 82 stocks
Sebi has exposed a stock manipulation network that used social media platforms like Telegram, WhatsApp, and X to artificially inflate SME stock prices. The accused allegedly employed a pump-and-dump strategy, accumulating shares before circulating bullish messages and then selling at elevated levels to retail investors. The regulator has barred seven individuals and impounded Rs 20.25 crore in unlawful gains.
Centre, Jharkhand in face-off over DGP
A constitutional standoff is brewing in Jharkhand as the state and central governments clash over the tenure of DGP Anurag Gupta. The Union Home Ministry asserts Gupta's term concluded on April 30th, but the state government insists he remains in office, citing amended state rules that bypass central involvement in DGP selection.
Shark Tank India Season 4: Namita Thapar reveals the reason why Ford and GM failed in India while Hyundai and Kia succeeded
In a recent episode of Shark Tank India, Namita Thapar challenged the founders of Goodland, a pickleball court construction business, with tough questions about their market strategy. When the cousins sought Rs 80 lakh for 4% equity, Namita questioned their plan to replicate a U.S.-based model in India, drawing comparisons to Ford’s failure in the Indian market. Despite her concerns, Aman Gupta made an offer, setting conditions for the deal.
Ambala woman kills shopkeeper as 'goddess demanded human sacrifice in dream'
In Ambala, shopkeeper Mahesh Gupta was killed by Priya, who believed a dream-goddess instructed her to sacrifice a human. Priya, along with Hemant and Preeti, faces charges for the murder.
Jharkhand CM Champai Soren transfers first installment of Rs 74 crore to 24,827 housing scheme beneficiaries
The CM emphasised that the mandate of the people was in favour of Hemant Soren, who initiated various welfare measures despite the economic slowdown due to the pandemic.
Supreme Court to set up fresh 5-judge bench to hear pleas challenging polygamy and 'nikah halala' among Muslims
"There are very important matters which are pending before a five-judge bench. We will constitute one and bear this matter in mind," the CJI said. The matter was earlier mentioned on November 2, last year also by Upadhyay.
SC declines urgent hearing on plea to ban firecrackers
The Supreme Court on Friday refused to accord urgent hearing on a plea relating to ban on firecrackers, saying Diwali is round the corner and people must have invested money in the firecracker business.
Karnataka Hijab ban: We are not interpreters of Quran, says SC
"The one way is to interpret the Quran.... We are not interpreters of the Quran. We cannot do it and that is the argument raised also that the courts are not equipped to interpret religious scriptures," a bench of Justices Hemant Gupta and Sudhanshu Dhulia said.
Karnataka Hijab ban: Not very fair to compare with practices in Sikhism, says SC
A bench of Justices Hemant Gupta and Sudhanshu Dhulia observed this after an advocate, appearing for one of the petitioners in the case, gave an example of Sikhism and turban.
Will right to dress include right to undress also, asks SC
Appearing on behalf of a clutch of petitioners who challenged the ruling of the Karnataka high court that hijab was not an essential practice in Islam and students should adhere to uniforms prescribed by educational institutions, senior advocate Devadatt Kamat contended that the Karnataka government's order was 'not innocuous', as contended by the state.
Multinationals and Indian companies spar over tax on copyright following Supreme Court ruling
The question is whether Indian companies that use, sell, or market software — directly or installed in cell phones, computers etc— should deduct tax on royalty or copyright money they pay to multinationals.
Attorney General K K Venugopal in self-quarantine, Supreme Court informed
A bench of Justices L Nageswara Rao and Hemant Gupta was requested by Additional Solicitor General S V Raju that a short adjournment be granted in the case as the AG, who is appearing in the matter, is in self-quarantine.
SC refuses bail to Unitech promoters in case relating to siphoning of home buyers' money
A bench of Justices D Y Chandrachud and Hemant Gupta said they have not complied with its October 30, 2017 order which asked them to deposit Rs 750 crore with the apex court registry.
Supreme Court gets 4 new judges
The swearing-in ceremony started at 10:30 am in court number 1 of the apex court and Chief Justice Ranjan Gogoi administered oath of office to the four judges.
State Congress unit criticises Jharkhand govt for transfers of officials
Jharkhand Congress unit criticized the state government headed by chief minister Raghuvar Das for "breaking all records" in transfer-posting of bureaucrats.
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