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25 Jul

Parliament Pays Tribute to Kargil Martyrs as Day 5 of Monsoon Session Commences

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingKargul Diwas, Parliament

New Delhi (National Times): The fifth day of the Monsoon Session of Parliament began on a solemn note as Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla led the House in paying heartfelt tributes to the brave soldiers of the 1999 Kargil War, ahead of the 26th anniversary of India's victory in the conflict. Opening the proceedings, Speaker Birla recalled the valour and supreme sacrifice of the soldiers who laid down their lives while defending the nation during the Kargil conflict. He noted that Kargil Vijay Diwas, commemorated annually on July 26, is a reminder of the indomitable spirit and unwavering dedication of…

25 Jul

PM Narendra Modi Marks 4,078 Consecutive Days in Office: A Defining Chapter in India’s Leadership History

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingNarendra Modi

New Delhi (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi today achieved a historic milestone, completing 4,078 uninterrupted days in office, making him one of the longest-serving Prime Ministers in the history of independent India. This landmark moment not only highlights his personal political journey but also reflects the continued trust reposed in him by the nation. Here's what makes this feat even more significant: A Series of Firsts and Records: India’s first Prime Minister born after independence Longest-serving non-Congress Prime Minister Only PM since Indira Gandhi to be re-elected with a full majority One of just two leaders in Indian history…

24 Jul

CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Casts Vote with Mother in U’khand Panchayat Polls, Urges Voters to Elect Development-Oriented Candidates

nishuthapar10 CommentsIndiaBishna Devi, CM voting, Khatima voting, Pushkar Singh Dhami, Uttarakhand Panchayat Elections 2025

Khatima, July 24 — Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Thursday exercised his franchise in the three-tier panchayat elections by standing in line and casting his vote at Booth No. 3 of the Government Model Primary School in Nagra Tarai. Accompanied by his mother, Bishna Devi, the Chief Minister actively participated in the democratic process.Earlier in the morning, CM Dhami arrived via helicopter at the grounds of Sarraf Public School. He was warmly welcomed by local leaders, including Municipal Chairman Ramesh Chandra Joshi and Kashipur Mayor Deepak Bali, who greeted him with garlands and floral bouquets. Following the welcome,…

24 Jul

Tejashwi Threatens Poll Boycott Over SIR Row, Sparks Political Storm in Bihar

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PoliticsBihar Assembly Elections, Election Commission, Electoral Roll Revision, SIR Bihar, Tejashwi Yadav

Patna, July 24, 2025 — The political temperature in Bihar soared on Thursday as RJD leader and Leader of Opposition Tejashwi Yadav warned that his party and its allies in the INDIA bloc may boycott the upcoming Assembly elections over what he termed as a deeply flawed and biased Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls being conducted by the Election Commission.Speaking to reporters outside the Assembly, Yadav said the option to boycott elections remains on the table, pending discussions with coalition partners. “What is the point in contesting elections if we are convinced that these are not going to…

24 Jul

India, UK Sign Landmark Free Trade Deal to Double Bilateral Trade by 2030

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, Indiabilateral trade, India-UK Free Trade Agreement, Modi Starmer trade deal

New Delhi/London, July 24, 2025 — India and the United Kingdom took a historic step forward in their strategic partnership on Thursday by signing a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) that aims to double bilateral trade by 2030. The comprehensive pact, inked after years of negotiation, will significantly increase market access, eliminate tariffs on key exports, and boost economic cooperation across sectors.Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer jointly witnessed the signing ceremony at Chequers, the British PM’s official country residence. Calling it a "historic day in India-UK relations," Modi emphasized that the deal would create vast…

24 Jul

CBI to Investigate LUCC Cooperative Scam, Confirms Uttarakhand CM

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, TrendingPushkar Singh Dhami, Uttarakhand

Dehradun: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has approved the transfer of the high-profile Loni Urban Multi-State Credit & Thrift Cooperative Society (LUCC) fraud case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The move comes after numerous complaints from investors alleging large-scale financial fraud across 35 branches of the cooperative in the state. So far, eight FIRs have been registered across five districts, Dehradun, Pauri Garhwal, Tehri Garhwal, Uttarkashi, and Rudraprayag, with at least a dozen individuals arrested in connection with the scam, police officials confirmed. According to investigators, the accused lured unsuspecting investors with the promise of high returns…

24 Jul

ED Raids Multiple Anil Ambani-Linked Locations Days After SBI Declares Him ‘Fraud’

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusiness, India, TrendingAnil Ambani

Mumbai (National Times): In a significant move amid growing scrutiny over financial fraud, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Thursday launched massive search operations at 40–50 locations linked to Reliance Group MD Anil Ambani. The raids come just days after State Bank of India (SBI) officially declared Reliance Communications and its promoter-director Anil D Ambani as "fraudulent" entities. While Ambani’s personal residence was not searched, sources confirmed that ED teams from both Delhi and Mumbai raided premises associated with various companies under the Reliance Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (RAAGA). According to official statements shared with news agency ANI, the ED initiated…

24 Jul

Supreme Court Stays Precedential Value of Bombay High Court’s Acquittal in 7/11 Mumbai Blasts Case

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New Delhi (National Times): The Supreme Court of India today issued a notice to the 12 accused acquitted in the 2006 Mumbai train bombings, following an appeal filed by the State of Maharashtra challenging the Bombay High Court’s landmark decision that overturned all convictions in the case. Appearing on behalf of the State, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta clarified before the bench of Justice MM Sundresh and Justice NK Singh that the government was not demanding the re-arrest or surrender of the acquitted individuals, who were released from prison post the High Court judgment. However, he sought a partial stay on…

24 Jul

Five Dead, Several Injured as HRTC Bus Falls Off Road in Sarkaghat’s Tarangala Area

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsIndia, TrendingHimachal Pradesh, Mandi

Mandi, Himachal Pradesh (National Times): A devastating road accident in the Tarangala region of Sarkaghat subdivision, Mandi district, has claimed the lives of five people, including three women and two men, after an HRTC (Himachal Road Transport Corporation) bus veered off the road and plunged into nearby fields near Maseran village. The bus, carrying approximately 20 to 25 passengers, was reportedly navigating a sharp turn when it lost control and fell into a gorge. The exact cause of the accident is still under investigation, but early reports suggest that poor road conditions or mechanical failure may have contributed to the…

23 Jul

Parliament Set for 16-Hour Debate on Pahalgam Terror Attack and Operation Sindoor Next Week

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, PoliticsLok Sabha, Operation Sindoor, Pahalgam terror attack, Parliament debate, PM Modi, Rajya Sabha

New Delhi, July 25, 2025 — The Indian Parliament is preparing for a 16-hour-long debate in both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha next week on the Pahalgam terror attack and the subsequent Operation Sindoor. This follows mounting pressure from the Opposition, which has demanded a clear response from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the matter.The Lok Sabha is scheduled to begin the discussion on July 28, followed by the Rajya Sabha on July 29, provided that the sessions proceed without disruptions. The decision comes after meetings of the Business Advisory Committees (BAC) of both Houses, where the government agreed to…