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Supreme Court Questions Centre on Allowing Muslims in Hindu Trusts Amid Waqf Act Row
16 Apr

Supreme Court Questions Centre on Allowing Muslims in Hindu Trusts Amid Waqf Act Row

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia,
New Delhi, April 16, 2025: As the Supreme Court began hearing multiple petitions against the controversial Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, it posed a sharp question to the Centre on Wednesday—would it be open to allowing Muslims in Hindu religious trusts, just as the amended law permits non-Muslims on Waqf boards?A bench led by Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna, with Justices Sanjay Kumar and K V Viswanathan, took up 72 petitions, including those filed by AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, the All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), and other political and religious groups. The bench emphasized two key questions: whether the court…
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Indian Railways Installs ATM Inside AC Coach of Panchavati Express in Unique Trial
16 Apr

Indian Railways Installs ATM Inside AC Coach of Panchavati Express in Unique Trial

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , ,
Mumbai, April 16, 2025: In a groundbreaking step to boost passenger convenience, Indian Railways has installed an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) inside an air-conditioned coach of the Panchavati Express, which runs between Mumbai and Manmad. This is the first time an ATM has been introduced aboard a moving train in India.Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw shared a video of the onboard ATM, highlighting the government's innovation drive in public transportation. The facility will allow passengers to withdraw cash during their journey, marking a significant leap in blending banking services with rail travel.The initiative, currently in trial mode, is expected to be…
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Akhilesh Yadav Calls for Abolition of ED; Congress Alleges BJP Using Agencies to Distract from Failures
16 Apr

Akhilesh Yadav Calls for Abolition of ED; Congress Alleges BJP Using Agencies to Distract from Failures

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , ,
Bhubaneswar, April 16, 2025: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Wednesday stirred the political pot by demanding the abolition of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), stating that existing departments like the Income Tax and GST are sufficient to probe economic offences. Speaking at a press conference, Yadav criticized the ED as a redundant tool now misused for political vendetta.“In my view, the ED should be scrapped. Congress should also push for this. If you already have Income Tax and GST departments, then why do you need the ED? It only shows you don't trust your own institutions,” he said. He also…
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ED Files Chargesheet Against Sonia, Rahul Gandhi in National Herald Case; Court Hearing Set for April 25
15 Apr

ED Files Chargesheet Against Sonia, Rahul Gandhi in National Herald Case; Court Hearing Set for April 25

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Politics, , ,
New Delhi, April 15, 2025: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a chargesheet against Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi, Rahul Gandhi, Sam Pitroda, and Suman Dubey in connection with the National Herald money laundering case. The special court took note of the chargesheet filed on April 9 and scheduled the next hearing for April 25 to consider cognisance.Special Judge Vishal Gogne instructed the ED to submit a soft, OCR-readable copy of the complaint and ensure the proper pagination of all documents. The chargesheet was filed under Sections 3 and 4 of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, which pertain to the…
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Tahawwur Rana Sent to NIA Custody for Planning 26/11-Like Attacks in New Delhi
15 Apr

Tahawwur Rana Sent to NIA Custody for Planning 26/11-Like Attacks in New Delhi

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, ,
New Delhi, April 15, 2025: A Delhi court has ruled that Tahawwur Hussain Rana, the alleged mastermind behind the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, had also identified New Delhi as a target in a wider conspiracy resembling the 26/11 strikes. Special NIA Judge Chander Jit Singh noted that the conspiracy extended beyond India’s borders and aimed at multiple locations within the country, including the national capital.In a 12-page order passed on April 10, the judge sent Rana to 18 days of National Investigation Agency (NIA) custody, stating that a “deep-rooted conspiracy” warranted sustained custodial interrogation. The court emphasized the need to…
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Haryana Reaffirms Faith in PM Modi’s Leadership, Policy, and Intentions, Says CM Nayab Singh Saini
15 Apr

Haryana Reaffirms Faith in PM Modi’s Leadership, Policy, and Intentions, Says CM Nayab Singh Saini

nishuthapar10 CommentsHaryana, India, ,
Yamunanagar (National Times): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Monday said that every citizen of Haryana has full faith in the policy (niti), intention (niyat), and leadership (netritva) of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, calling it a symbol of "unprecedented public trust." Speaking at the ‘Viksit Bharat-Viksit Haryana’ programme in Yamunanagar, CM Saini described the emotional bond between the people of Haryana and the Prime Minister as strong and deep-rooted. "Every Haryanavi sees PM Modi as one of their own. His call for support during elections was met with a historic and decisive mandate," Saini stated in an official release.…
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Mehul Choksi Arrested in Belgium; Authorities Confirm India’s Extradition Request
15 Apr

Mehul Choksi Arrested in Belgium; Authorities Confirm India’s Extradition Request

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World News,
Brussels/New Delhi (National Times): Belgian authorities have confirmed the arrest of fugitive Indian businessman Mehul Choksi, stating that he is currently in custody following his detention on April 12. The Belgian Justice Department also acknowledged receiving a formal extradition request from India. “The Belgian Federal Public Service of Justice can confirm that Mr. Mehul Choksi was arrested on Saturday, April 12, 2025. He is currently being held pending judicial proceedings, with access to legal counsel assured,” the department told NDTV. Further details were withheld, citing standard protocols in ongoing legal matters. Choksi, 65, is a central figure in the massive…
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NIA Mulls Voice Analysis of Tahawwur Rana, Explores Dubai Connection in 26/11 Probe
14 Apr

NIA Mulls Voice Analysis of Tahawwur Rana, Explores Dubai Connection in 26/11 Probe

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia
New Delhi (National Times): Investigators at the National Investigation Agency (NIA) are intensifying their probe into Tahawwur Rana’s alleged involvement in the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, with plans now underway to collect the 64-year-old’s voice samples, according to sources familiar with the matter. Rana, a Canadian businessman of Pakistani origin, is undergoing sustained interrogation at the NIA’s Delhi headquarters after being extradited from the United States last week. Monday marked the fourth day of continuous questioning, as officials pressed him for details about his suspected links to Pakistan’s intelligence agency, the ISI, and the terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba, the group held…
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Mumbai Faces Looming Water Emergency as Reservoir Levels Plunge and Tanker Strike Continues
14 Apr

Mumbai Faces Looming Water Emergency as Reservoir Levels Plunge and Tanker Strike Continues

nishuthapar10 CommentsIndia
Mumbai (National Times): The city of Mumbai is inching toward a critical water emergency as its key reservoirs, which serve over 12.5 million residents, have shrunk to just over 31% of their usable storage. With the monsoon weeks away and temperatures climbing, concerns over an impending water shortage are intensifying. According to the latest update from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), the combined water stock across Mumbai’s seven main lakes has dropped to 5.67 lakh million liters. This marks a stark decline from around 9 lakh million liters recorded during the same period last year. At the current daily consumption…
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Mehul Choksi’s Lawyers to Seek Bail in Belgium Over Health Concerns
14 Apr

Mehul Choksi’s Lawyers to Seek Bail in Belgium Over Health Concerns

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia
Brussels/New Delhi (National Times): Fugitive Indian businessman Mehul Choksi, recently arrested in Belgium, is preparing to challenge his custody through legal means. His legal counsel, Vijay Aggarwal, confirmed plans to file an appeal for Choksi’s release, citing deteriorating health and ongoing cancer treatment as the primary reasons. Choksi was apprehended over the weekend after Belgian authorities tracked him down. Sources stated that preparations are underway for a possible extradition to India. However, his defense team is pushing back, emphasizing that his medical condition makes incarceration unsuitable. “My client is currently being held in Belgium. We will be filing an appeal…
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