Author: News Analysis India

Bhopal’s Enforcement Directorate has struck hard against alleged corruption, attaching assets valued at Rs 9.79 crore linked to Dr. Amarnath Mittal, ex-Director of Health Services in Madhya Pradesh, and his spouse Alka. Issued under PMLA 2002, this provisional attachment exposes a web of financial maneuvering. Triggered by a Lokayukta FIR invoking anti-corruption laws, the case accuses Dr. Mittal of disproportionate asset accumulation. Official records show his declared income was a modest Rs 60 lakh, yet asset buildup and spending reached Rs 2.98 crore—a gap of Rs 2.38 crore screaming irregularity. Assets sprawled across names: Dr. Mittal’s, his wife’s, and the…

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday held high-level discussions with Arab foreign ministers attending the second India-Arab Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in New Delhi. At Bharat Mandapam, the talks centered on strengthening the profound historical relationships and expanding multifaceted cooperation between India and Arab countries. The delegation included LAS Secretary General and key representatives, all gathered for this landmark event after a 10-year hiatus. PM Modi reiterated India’s dedication to ramping up joint ventures in trade, investments, energy security, technological innovation, healthcare, and beyond. A key highlight was Modi’s renewed endorsement of India’s consistent support for Palestinians, coupled with appreciation for…

Bhopal’s streets witnessed an extraordinary scene as Muslim protesters rallied against cow slaughter, uniquely feeding greens to the animals while demanding the cow’s recognition as the national animal. This bold stance follows a major scandal involving a central slaughterhouse busted for beef distribution. The group squarely blamed the municipal corporation and mayor for enabling the operations, demanding their resignation and a crackdown on protectors of the illegal trade. ‘We won’t tolerate this barbarity in our city,’ they declared, stressing the protest’s roots in basic human values rather than sectarian lines. Background checks revealed the facility’s dubious approvals and links to…

Ahmedabad’s CBI special court has delivered justice in a protracted excise duty scam, handing down three-year rigorous imprisonment to three men involved in cheating the exchequer of Rs 1.18 crore. Originating 17 years ago, the fraud unraveled a sophisticated scheme relying on counterfeit paperwork. Named in the judgment are Tejas Arvindbhai Desai and Amit Muralilal Gupta, both sentenced alongside a Rs 50,000 fine each, while Sameer Fateh Mohammad Imamuddin is declared absconding. The court lambasted the trio for hatching a criminal conspiracy, fabricating export records for the fictitious entity M/S Sain Impex in Surat. According to CBI probes initiated in…

Jannik Sinner’s Australian Open dreams shattered in dramatic fashion, but the Italian prodigy left no regrets on the court. After a valiant effort in a five-set thriller against Novak Djokovic, the world No. 2 shared an emotional post thanking supporters and congratulating his formidable opponent. ‘Not my day today, but I gave 100%. Congrats to Novak Djokovic – always an honor to share the court. Thanks for the two weeks of support. Work goes on. See you soon,’ Sinner posted on X, summing up his rollercoaster semifinal ride. From dominating the first two sets to watching Djokovic claw back, Sinner’s…

Madhya Pradesh’s political landscape is boiling over claims of widespread voter list manipulations in Bhopal. Opposition Leader Umang Singhar dropped a bombshell, stating that 2.5 to 3 lakh names were axed from the electoral rolls under the guise of Special Intensive Revision (SIR). ‘Who gave the orders? On what grounds are lakhs of voters being disenfranchised without notice?’ Singhar demanded, pointing fingers at the BJP-led government and Election Commission. Congress has launched a multi-pronged attack, criticizing the lack of public consultation and verification in the process. This isn’t isolated. Party workers are hitting the ground, filing complaints at police stations…

Tensions are skyrocketing in Bangladesh ahead of the February 12 parliamentary elections and simultaneous referendum. Indian spy agencies are sounding the alarm over rising criminality and political clashes, predicting severe violence if radical forces feel cornered. The dramatic fall of Sheikh Hasina’s regime last year was marred by bloodshed, with Jamaat-e-Islami emerging as a key player under ISI patronage. Intel briefs warn that Jamaat’s all-out bid for power could collapse into street-level extremism if victory slips away, plunging the nation into turmoil. BNP faces off directly against Jamaat in this high-stakes battle. A BNP win points to Pakistani meddling, especially…

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is set to present the Modi government’s 15th Union Budget on February 1, spotlighting defense, infrastructure, and capital investments. With economists predicting focused allocations for power reforms and affordable housing, the budget promises to juggle growth imperatives with fiscal responsibility. Global headwinds demand a balanced strategy: fueling development without compromising on deficit control. The fiscal deficit, slashed from 9.2% in the pandemic era to an estimated 4.4% this fiscal year, reflects robust consolidation efforts that experts believe will persist. Shifting from broad-based tax incentives in the previous budget, which spurred middle-class spending, this edition may opt…

Every bowler fantasizes about dismissing Virat Kohli, but Punjab Kings’ Vishal Nishad takes admiration to another level. The 20-year-old IPL 2026 recruit from Udaipur vowed to prostrate before his hero if he claims that prized scalp. Kohli isn’t just a player for Nishad—he’s the blueprint. ‘His attitude fires me up. Those drives? Pure magic,’ the youngster gushed. It’s Kohli’s influence that drew him to cricket, fueling endless hours of practice. From financial hardships to family doubts, Nishad’s story screams perseverance. He labored alongside his father, nearly abandoning his dreams. ‘Mom said quit cricket; it’s too hard,’ he remembered. But his…

Outrage is sweeping Jammu and Kashmir following a vicious attack on two Kashmiri shawl vendors in Dehradun’s bustling streets. The unprovoked assault has united political opponents and student groups in fervent protest, with direct appeals to New Delhi for swift action. Sunday saw PDP activists converge in Srinagar, blocking traffic and chanting slogans against the violence outside their office. Senior leader Sara Naema laid bare the prejudice at play: a young Kashmiri boy, guilty only of his roots and faith, savagely beaten while peddling winter wares. Mehbooba Mufti, PDP president, fired off a scathing post on X, painting a grim…