In a dramatic escalation of India’s banking fraud crackdown, Anil Ambani, the once-prominent Reliance Group chairman, endured an exhaustive eight-hour grilling by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Thursday. The session at CBI’s Delhi headquarters focused on a staggering Rs 2,929 crore fraud case originating from State Bank of India’s allegations against Reliance Communications. Launched in August 2025 following forensic evidence of fund misuse, the probe highlights how loans from a consortium of 17 public banks were siphoned off through convoluted group company transactions from 2013 to 2017. SBI bore the brunt of the Rs 2,929 crore loss, part…
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The Delhi High Court has cracked the whip on the Election Commission, ordering it to fast-track the registration of Telangana Praja Jagriti, the new political party spearheaded by K Kavitha. This development marks a crucial step for the prominent politician as she gears up for Telangana’s electoral battles. During Thursday’s proceedings before Justice Amit Bansal, Kavitha’s counsel laid bare the ECI’s lethargy. Despite submitting a comprehensive application on January 23—complete with the party’s constitution from its January 19 founding meeting, member lists, affidavits, and fees—the commission had taken no steps like scrutiny, public notice, or hearings since acknowledging it four…
In a bid to address the brewing storm in West Asia, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi connected via phone with Jordan’s King Abdullah II for the second time this month. The Thursday dialogue focused on the precarious security landscape gripping the Middle East. Both leaders voiced profound apprehension regarding recent developments. They advocated strongly for renewed conversations and diplomatic channels to swiftly reinstate calm and order in the area. Modi conveyed early Eid felicitations and praised Jordan’s role in evacuating Indian nationals safely from harm’s way. Sharing insights on X, the Prime Minister emphasized their mutual stance against strikes on…
In a dazzling display of cultural pride, RTC B.Ed College in Ranchi hosted the Hindu New Year (Vikram Samvat 2083) on March 19, 2026, breathing life into age-old Sanatan customs. The campus transformed into a hub of joy and devotion, with participants immersing themselves in rituals that echo India’s rich historical legacy. Chief guest Rakesh Lal, RSS Sadbhavna chief for Bihar and Jharkhand, graced the occasion, his speech becoming the highlight. The program commenced with traditional deep prajwalan and Saraswati worship, evoking a sense of sanctity. Rakesh Lal captivated the audience by describing Chaitra Shukla Pratipada as more than a…
Rajasthan Royals are gearing up for a revival after a forgettable IPL 2025, and head coach Kumar Sangakkara has pinned big hopes on new captain Riyan Parag. Speaking exclusively, the legendary wicketkeeper-batter explained how Parag’s innate leadership qualities made him the standout pick. The Pink Army’s 2025 campaign was a low point: only four victories from 14 matches, culminating in ninth place. Pre-auction, RR parted ways with spinners but struck gold with Ravi Bishnoi. Trades for Jadeja and Curran added firepower across departments. Sangakkara detailed the rebuild: ‘Our focus was enhancing batting depth, spin variety, all-round utility, and bowling options.…
In a move that’s sending ripples through India’s OTT landscape, Prime Video has unveiled its largest slate of homegrown originals yet – 55 series and movies spanning genres that cater to every viewer’s palette. Announced in a high-energy Mumbai event, the lineup is already generating feverish anticipation among fans. At the forefront stands ‘Nagzilla,’ Kartik Aaryan’s portal into a fantastical snake realm filled with comic mayhem and hidden lore. Equally gripping is ‘One – Force of the Forest,’ where Siddharth Malhotra’s logic-driven hero clashes with mystical forest entities, joined by Tamannaah Bhatia in a tale of village salvation. ‘Lukkhe’ fuses…
Noida’s law enforcement struck gold Thursday, shattering a vehicle theft syndicate in Sector-140. Sector-142 police, acting on secret inputs, launched a surveillance drive that netted Vishal Tiwari and Farid, two hardened offenders. The duo’s possession of a motorcycle pilfered from Delhi’s Jafrabad precinct was the first red flag. Escalating the bust, Tiwari carried an unlicensed revolver loaded with a 315 bore round, and Farid hid a sharp illegal blade. Swift arrests followed, with FIRs slapped under appropriate laws. Digging deeper, Tiwari boasts a rap sheet from Ghaziabad’s Vijayanagar station for similar heists and more. Farid’s name echoes in Jafrabad records.…
The specter of a nuclear disaster looms large over the Middle East, prompting the World Health Organization to ramp up its emergency protocols. Regional Director for the Eastern Mediterranean, Hanan Balkhi, disclosed that the UN agency is on high alert, simulating responses to radiation emergencies fueled by the intensifying US-Israel-Iran standoff. Quoting Balkhi from a detailed Politico exposé, the worst-case scenario dominating WHO’s planning is a full-blown nuclear incident. Officials are revisiting every aspect of their playbook, informed by historical tragedies that caused immense loss of life and enduring ecological damage. The focus is on shielding populations from acute radiation…
Thursday marked a significant encounter in New Delhi as Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann welcomed Harmanpreet Kaur, skipper of the World Cup-winning Indian women’s cricket team, to his official residence. The visit celebrates Kaur’s pivotal role in bringing home the 2025 Women’s ODI World Cup trophy. India’s journey to glory was a rollercoaster. They started strong, defeating Sri Lanka by 59 runs (D/L) and Pakistan by 88 runs. Setbacks came with 3-wicket losses to South Africa and Australia, and a 4-run defeat to England. A rain-abandoned match against Bangladesh preceded a 53-run (D/L) victory over New Zealand, clinching semis. The…
In a swift session, the Himachal Pradesh Assembly on Thursday passed a supplementary budget of ₹40,461 crore 95 lakh for 2025-26, presented by CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu. The budget cleared without debate through voice vote, paving the way for the Himachal Pradesh Appropriation Bill, 2026. Prioritizing resilience and progress, the package allocates ₹36,374.61 crore to state plans and ₹4,087 crore to central schemes. A lion’s share—₹26,194.95 crore—covers salaries, pensions, and liabilities, forming the backbone of fiscal stability. Energizing the power grid demands ₹4,150.14 crore, aimed at boosting production, fixing transformers, and reforming the power board’s operations. With memories of recent…