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Defender for son-in-law, 150 dishes, Dubai models, Bollywood stars & horse race with SUV prize: Anant Singh pulls out all stops for daughter Shivangi's wedding
Mokama MLA Anant Singh is planning an extravagant wedding for his daughter Shivangi Singh on November 25. From a Land Rover Defender worth nearly Rs 3 crore and a horse race offering an SUV as the top prize to a 150-dish menu, Bollywood performances and a sprawling wedding venue, here is a look at the preparations.
Lalu Prasad granted bail in 2011 poll code violation case in Siwan
Lalu Prasad appeared before the court of Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (ACJM)-I after warrants and a proclamation notice were issued against him for repeatedly failing to attend court proceedings.
IRCTC hotels case: Delhi court defers formal framing of charges against Lalu, others
A Delhi court has adjourned the framing of money laundering charges against Lalu Prasad Yadav and his family members. The judge stated that all accused, except those exempted, must be present at the next hearing. The Enforcement Directorate's case involves the alleged IRCTC hotel scam, with nine of the sixteen accused facing charges. The investigation indicates no political vendetta against Lalu Prasad, despite defense claims.
IRCTC hotel 'scam': Delhi HC seeks ED stand on Lalu Yadav's plea against money laundering charges
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) case arises from the CBI's FIR, which has alleged that Yadav entered into a criminal conspiracy with the owner of Sujata Hotels, Sarla Gupta, wife of his close associate Prem Chand Gupta, a Rashtriya Janata Dal MP in the Rajya Sabha, and IRCTC officials for "undue pecuniary advantage to himself and others" between 2004 and 2014.
IRCTC hotel scam: Delhi court defers formal framing of charges against Lalu Yadav, 8 others
A Delhi court has postponed the formal framing of money laundering charges against Lalu Prasad Yadav and others. The court has scheduled the next hearing for October 30 to continue the proceedings. Earlier, the previous court had identified strong evidence against the accused related to the IRCTC hotel scam. It stated that the investigation did not seem politically motivated, as argued by Lalu Prasad's counsel.
Bihar meets Bombay: Tej Pratap and Shehzad Poonawalla's unexpected reality TV alliance
Tej Pratap Yadav and Shehzad Poonawalla are contestants on the new season of Rise & Fall. The show is hosted by former cricketer Virender Sehwag and features a Rulers-versus-Workers format. Both participants have expressed their intentions for entertainment and friendly competition. Tej Pratap previously faced controversies leading to his six-year expulsion from RJD, while Poonawalla resigned from BJP citing personal issues.
Nitish Kumar gave up CM's post on his own, BJP didn't ask him to do so: Samrat Choudhary
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary stated Nitish Kumar resigned voluntarily and remains NDA's leader. He highlighted BJP's past support for Kumar and Lalu Prasad's rise to power. Choudhary also addressed criticism regarding his own selection as chief minister. He emphasized his focus on law and order and education for the state. The Chief Minister also mentioned ongoing flood relief efforts with central assistance.
Tejashwi Yadav accuses Centre of 'stepmotherly' treatment in Bihar flood relief
Tejashwi Yadav criticises the Centre's alleged stepmotherly treatment of Bihar regarding flood relief. He stated Prime Minister Narendra Modi provides quick assurances for Gujarat's flood situations. Yadav mentioned writing to the Prime Minister demanding national disaster status and financial aid. He questioned the Bihar Chief Minister's ability to secure central assistance for the state. The opposition leader claimed his letters to the Prime Minister received no response.
IRCTC case: Court orders money laundering charges against Lalu, Rabri, son Tejashwi Yadav
A Delhi court has issued money laundering charges against Lalu Prasad and his family, resulting from questionable practices in the awarding of IRCTC hotel contracts. Allegations indicate that Lalu Prasad exploited his role as railway minister, directing prime land in Patna as proceeds of crime. The court determined there are adequate grounds to advance legal action against those involved.
JD(U)'s Sanjay Jha flags Bihar's water concerns, opposes renewal of Ganga water treaty with B'desh
JD(U) leader Sanjay Kumar Jha urged the Centre not to renew the Ganga water treaty. He alleged Bihar's water share has been stolen for three decades. The treaty signed in 1996 governs dry-season water flows at Farakka Barrage. Bangladesh receives 1,500 cumecs while Bihar gets only 400 cumecs. Jha linked silt accumulation to worsening flood situations in Bihar.
Bihar floods: Over 35 lakh hit by deluge in 14 districts as Ganga crosses its highest flood mark
Bihar floods worsened Tuesday, impacting over 35 lakh people in fourteen districts. The Ganga River at Sultanganj surpassed its highest flood level, causing concern downstream. A boat capsized in Vaishali, resulting in one death and one person missing. Authorities are operating community kitchens and relief camps for affected residents. Rescue operations are underway with the deployment of disaster response teams and boats.
IRCTC names Paytm among platforms driving 28% of online railway ticket bookings
Nearly twenty-eight percent of Indian railway tickets are booked through third-party platforms. This significant share includes major players like Paytm and MakeMyTrip. IRCTC Rail Connect app and website handle the majority of online bookings. Paytm's consumer business shows strong growth in UPI transactions and users. Railways remain a resilient online booking category for travel companies.
Delhi court defers framing of charges in ED's IRCTC cases against Lalu Prasad Yadav
A Delhi court has postponed its decision on framing charges in the IRCTC scam case. The special judge, who has been transferred, adjourned the matter to September 10. Charges were previously framed against Lalu Prasad Yadav and others in a CBI case. This case involves alleged irregularities in granting hotel operational contracts to a private firm. The alleged scam occurred when Yadav served as the Railway minister.
VC-backed B2B firms feel the weight of growth-era debt
India’s venture-backed B2B firms are grappling with debt accumulated during high-growth years, with Zetwerk directing IPO proceeds towards repayment, Infra.Market refinancing borrowings and Udaan restructuring creditor claims after a bond default. The pressure reflects how fixed repayments can compete with expansion when cash remains tied up in inventory and receivables.
JD(U) opposes renewal of Ganga treaty with Bangladesh, cites Bihar's interests
Bihar's JD(U) party opposes renewing the Ganga water treaty with Bangladesh. The party states the agreement conflicts with the state's current interests. Former chief minister Nitish Kumar also previously spoke against the treaty. Concerns of Bihar's people must be considered if the treaty is renewed. A yatra will now engage with citizens along the Ganga river.
Delhi court adjourns framing of charges in ED's land-for-job, IRCTC cases against Lalu Prasad Yadav
A Delhi court adjourned framing charges against Lalu Prasad Yadav and others. The land-for-job case was adjourned to September thirtieth. The IRCTC scam matter was adjourned to September seventh. Charges were previously framed in a CBI case regarding the IRCTC scam. The court observed Yadav used the railway ministry as his personal fiefdom.
Lalu Prasad likely to move SC against HC order in land-for-jobs case
RJD chief Lalu Prasad is likely to approach the Supreme Court after the Delhi High Court refused to stay trial proceedings in the land-for-jobs case. While the HC issued notice to the CBI on his plea to quash the FIR, Lalu has also sought old CBI records and requested more time to argue against framing of charges. The trial court granted him two weeks.
'Won't fear, will fight and win': Tejashwi shares video of Lalu playing badminton
Lalu Prasad, RJD president and former Bihar chief minister, was seen playing badminton in a video posted on Instagram by his son, Tejashwi Prasad. The video comes months after Lalu underwent a kidney transplant in Singapore. This video is a positive sign in his recovery, according to RJD spokesman Chaitranjan Gagan.
Nitish Kumar-Lalu Prasad bonhomie becomes the talking point of Bihar elections
The Nitish Kumar-Lalu Yadav bonhomie, reminiscent of Bollywood blockbuster Sholay’s Jai-Veeru, is the talking point of Bihar elections.
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