Dhaka Unrest Advisory Issued for Indian Citizens in Bangladesh: Travel Avoidance Recommended Amid Unrest admin, July 17, 2024 The recent protests in Dhaka have been prompted by a demand to reform the country’s quota system for civil service jobs. The system reserves positions for specific groups, including descendants of those who participated in the 1971 war of independence against Pakistan. The protests escalated following the government’s decision to… Continue Reading
Sharad Pawar NCP Split: Ajit Pawar Struggles to Prevent Exodus to Uncle’s Camp One Year Later admin, July 17, 2024 The recent political scene has witnessed a significant shift in Pimpri-Chinchwad, with over 20 former corporators, mayors, and unit heads switching to the camp of senior politician Sharad Pawar. This move comes after the Lok Sabha election, where the Sharad Pawar faction secured a strong performance, winning 8 out of… Continue Reading
Karnataka Politics Karnataka Minister MB Patil advises industry leaders not to panic about job quota bill. admin, July 17, 2024 Mr Patil took to social media platform X on Wednesday to announce that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has taken notice of the proposed bill and has decided to withhold it until further consultations and due diligence. He emphasized the government’s commitment to creating more job opportunities for Kannadigas in a more… Continue Reading
Karnataka Technology Industry Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw opposes Karnataka’s job quota bill, Minister Priyanka Kharge responds. admin, July 17, 2024 Ms. Shaw, in a public statement on her official account, expressed concern about the Karnataka government’s decision to enforce job reservation for Kannadigas in private companies. She emphasized the importance of exempting highly skilled recruitment from this policy in order to protect the state’s leading position in the technology sector…. Continue Reading
West Bengal Criminal Laws Committee West Bengal sets up group of seven members to review recent criminal legislation. admin, July 17, 2024 The three laws came into force throughout the country from July 1. A notification in this regard was issued on Tuesday, he said. The panel will submit its report within three months from the date of notification. “The state government is pleased hereby to constitute a committee for reviewing the… Continue Reading
West Bengal West Bengal Establishes Panel of Seven to Evaluate New Criminal Legislation admin, July 17, 2024 Three significant laws came into effect nationwide on July 1, accompanied by a related notification released on Tuesday. The state government has formed a committee, comprising Justice (retired) Ashim Kumar Roy, Law Minister Malay Ghatak, and Finance Minister Chandrima Bhattacharya, to review the criminal laws. Governor C V Ananda Bose… Continue Reading
Mauritius S Jaishankar meets Leader of Opposition and former PMs in Mauritius meeting. admin, July 17, 2024 S Jaishankar recently visited Mauritius and met with several prominent figures during his two-day visit. He highlighted the strength and depth of the bilateral ties between India and Mauritius, emphasizing India’s enduring commitment to its special partnership with the country. This visit was one of the first in his current… Continue Reading
Mumbai Mumbai Influencer Aanvi Kamdar, 26, Dies in 300-Feet Gorge Mishap During Reel Shoot admin, July 17, 2024 Aanvi Kamdar, a 26-year-old resident of Mumbai, tragically fell into a 300-foot gorge while filming a video at a waterfall with seven friends on July 16. Despite swift response from local authorities and additional support from the Coast Guard, Kolad rescue team, and Maharashtra State Electricity Board staff, Aanvi’s rescue… Continue Reading
Muharram Traditions Boy Electrocuted During Muharram Procession In Uttar Pradesh: Police admin, July 17, 2024 In Tarabganj area at about 1 pm, a Tazia procession was taken out on Muharram, and it came in contact with a high-tension wire. This contact resulted in burn injuries sustained by Ashraf (12) and Riyasat. They were promptly taken to a medical college for treatment, where Ashraf was sadly… Continue Reading
Pune ACB Investigation Puja Khedkar, Manorama Khedkar, Dilip Khedkar: Puja’s Father Under Assets Probe, Facing Fresh Trouble admin, July 17, 2024 Dilip Khedkar, a retired Maharashtra government officer, is facing a complaint of owning assets disproportionate to his income. The complainant, Tanaji Gambhir, provided detailed information in his 47-page complaint to the ACB, including the details of land, cars, and companies owned by Dilip Khedkar. The retired officer was questioned by… Continue Reading