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Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) denied allegations of bribery under the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), clarifying that Gautam Adani, Sagar Adani, and Vneet Jaain face charges of securities and wire fraud conspiracy. AGEL stated the executives are not named in counts related to bribery or obstruction of justice.
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticised Europe's "selective approach" regarding India's purchase of Russian oil, stating that each region prioritises its own interests. Speaking to Corriere della Sera, Jaishankar questioned why Europe has not completely severed business ties with Russia, if principles are paramount.
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Both Houses of Parliament were adjourned today following protests over Gautam Adani’s indictment in the US. The Rajya Sabha (Council of States, upper house) Chair rejected 18 adjournment motions, leading to a walkout and adjournment for the day. In the Lok Sabha (House of the People, lower house), Speaker
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Opposition leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, have called for a two-day debate on the Constitution in both Houses of Parliament. Letters have been sent to the Rajya Sabha Chair and Lok Sabha Speaker requesting time to discuss constitutional principles and recent developments, Kharge said. Congress leader Digvijay Singh
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The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Mahayuti alliance is locked in discussions over Maharashtra’s next Chief Minister after its victory in the state elections. With former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis backed by the BJP and the Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), Shiv Sena legislators remain committed to Eknath
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The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the PAN 2.0 project with a budget of ₹1,435 crore ($173 million). This initiative aims to modernise the Income Tax Department’s operations, aligning with the government’s Digital India programme. PAN 2.
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Shashikant Ruia, co-founder of the Essar Group, passed away in Mumbai on Monday after a prolonged illness. Ruia began his career in 1965 under the guidance of his father, Nand Kishore Ruia. Alongside his brother Ravi, he founded Essar in 1969, expanding the conglomerate across sectors including steel, oil refining,
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India has signed the Final Act of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty, marking a milestone in global intellectual property (IP) protection under the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). The treaty standardises procedural frameworks for industrial design protection, simplifying registration processes and reducing administrative burdens. Provisions include relaxed time limits, reinstatement
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Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) denied allegations of bribery under the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), clarifying that Gautam Adani, Sagar Adani, and Vneet Jaain face charges of securities and wire fraud conspiracy. AGEL stated the executives are not named in counts related to bribery or obstruction of justice.
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Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) denied allegations of bribery under the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), clarifying that Gautam Adani, Sagar Adani, and Vneet Jaain face charges of securities and wire fraud conspiracy. AGEL stated the executives are not named in counts related to bribery or obstruction of justice.
by Publisher
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar criticised Europe's "selective approach" regarding India's purchase of Russian oil, stating that each region prioritises its own interests. Speaking to Corriere della Sera, Jaishankar questioned why Europe has not completely severed business ties with Russia, if principles are paramount.
by Publisher
Both Houses of Parliament were adjourned today following protests over Gautam Adani’s indictment in the US. The Rajya Sabha (Council of States, upper house) Chair rejected 18 adjournment motions, leading to a walkout and adjournment for the day. In the Lok Sabha (House of the People, lower house), Speaker
by Publisher
Opposition leaders, including Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, have called for a two-day debate on the Constitution in both Houses of Parliament. Letters have been sent to the Rajya Sabha Chair and Lok Sabha Speaker requesting time to discuss constitutional principles and recent developments, Kharge said. Congress leader Digvijay Singh
by Publisher
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led Mahayuti alliance is locked in discussions over Maharashtra’s next Chief Minister after its victory in the state elections. With former Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis backed by the BJP and the Ajit Pawar-led Nationalist Congress Party (NCP), Shiv Sena legislators remain committed to Eknath
by Publisher
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the PAN 2.0 project with a budget of ₹1,435 crore ($173 million). This initiative aims to modernise the Income Tax Department’s operations, aligning with the government’s Digital India programme. PAN 2.
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Shashikant Ruia, co-founder of the Essar Group, passed away in Mumbai on Monday after a prolonged illness. Ruia began his career in 1965 under the guidance of his father, Nand Kishore Ruia. Alongside his brother Ravi, he founded Essar in 1969, expanding the conglomerate across sectors including steel, oil refining,
by Publisher
India has signed the Final Act of the Riyadh Design Law Treaty, marking a milestone in global intellectual property (IP) protection under the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). The treaty standardises procedural frameworks for industrial design protection, simplifying registration processes and reducing administrative burdens. Provisions include relaxed time limits, reinstatement
by Publisher
India’s economy expanded at a faster-than-expected annual rate of 7.4% in the quarter ended in March, despite mounting global economic uncertainty. Gross domestic product of the fourth quarter of the government’s fiscal year 2025 came in sharply higher than the 6.7% growth forecast by economists in
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India, which was ranked tenth in the world in 2014, continues to be the fastest-growing major economy. B.V.R. Subrahmanyam, CEO of India’s state-run think tank Niti Aayog said, “we are the fourth-largest economy as I speak ... and this is not my data. This is IMF [international monetary
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If PM Modi licenses SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service, India will be risking national sovereignty and security in handing over the keys to its skies to Elon Musk.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said India is becoming a major maritime power and is being recognised as a reliable and responsible partner in the world. Speaking after the commissioning of three naval warships here, Modi said India has always supported an open, secure, inclusive and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.
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Bengaluru-based startup Pixxel announced the launch of three of the world's highest-resolution commercial hyperspectral satellites from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Wednesday. The Firefly constellation satellites were integrated via Exolaunch and launched aboard the Transporter-12 rideshare mission with SpaceX. The launch took place around 1
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A Republican lawmaker has asked the US Department of Justice to preserve all records in connection with the "selective prosecution" of billionaire industrialist Gautam Adani and his group of companies by the Biden administration. The demand comes less than a week before the Donald Trump administration takes office.
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The Union Home Ministry has granted sanction to the Enforcement Directorate to prosecute former Delhi chief minister and AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy linked money laundering case, officials said. The federal agency has filed a chargesheet against the 56-year-old politician before a special Prevention of Money
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded the Indian Army for its determination, professionalism and dedication, and underlined his government's commitment to the welfare of armed forces and their families. In posts on X on Army Day, he said, "Today, on Army Day, we salute the unwavering
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India’s economy expanded at a faster-than-expected annual rate of 7.4% in the quarter ended in March, despite mounting global economic uncertainty. Gross domestic product of the fourth quarter of the government’s fiscal year 2025 came in sharply higher than the 6.7% growth forecast by economists in

India, which was ranked tenth in the world in 2014, continues to be the fastest-growing major economy. B.V.R. Subrahmanyam, CEO of India’s state-run think tank Niti Aayog said, “we are the fourth-largest economy as I speak ... and this is not my data. This is IMF [international monetary

If PM Modi licenses SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service, India will be risking national sovereignty and security in handing over the keys to its skies to Elon Musk.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday said India is becoming a major maritime power and is being recognised as a reliable and responsible partner in the world. Speaking after the commissioning of three naval warships here, Modi said India has always supported an open, secure, inclusive and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.

Bengaluru-based startup Pixxel announced the launch of three of the world's highest-resolution commercial hyperspectral satellites from the Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Wednesday. The Firefly constellation satellites were integrated via Exolaunch and launched aboard the Transporter-12 rideshare mission with SpaceX. The launch took place around 1

A Republican lawmaker has asked the US Department of Justice to preserve all records in connection with the "selective prosecution" of billionaire industrialist Gautam Adani and his group of companies by the Biden administration. The demand comes less than a week before the Donald Trump administration takes office.

The Union Home Ministry has granted sanction to the Enforcement Directorate to prosecute former Delhi chief minister and AAP national convenor Arvind Kejriwal in the excise policy linked money laundering case, officials said. The federal agency has filed a chargesheet against the 56-year-old politician before a special Prevention of Money

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday lauded the Indian Army for its determination, professionalism and dedication, and underlined his government's commitment to the welfare of armed forces and their families. In posts on X on Army Day, he said, "Today, on Army Day, we salute the unwavering