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Allahabad High Court Reserves Order on Swami Avimukteshwaranand’s Anticipatory Bail in POCSO Case
27 Feb

Allahabad High Court Reserves Order on Swami Avimukteshwaranand’s Anticipatory Bail in POCSO Case

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , , ,
Prayagraj (Gurpreet Singh): The Allahabad High Court on Friday reserved its order on the anticipatory bail plea filed by Swami Avimukteshwaranand Saraswati in a case registered against him under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, lawyers said. The court also stayed his arrest until the pronouncement of the order, which is expected in the third week of March, they added. The spiritual leader has been accused of sexually exploiting two individuals, including a minor. He has denied the allegations and described the case filed against him as false. Further developments are awaited once the court delivers its…
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Mark Carney Arrives in Mumbai for Four-Day India Visit, To Meet PM Modi on March 2
27 Feb

Mark Carney Arrives in Mumbai for Four-Day India Visit, To Meet PM Modi on March 2

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, India, , , ,
Mumbai (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived in Mumbai on Friday, marking the beginning of his four-day official visit to India. According to the official schedule, Carney will travel to New Delhi on March 1 and is set to meet Narendra Modi on March 2. The meeting is expected to focus on strengthening bilateral ties and exploring avenues for cooperation across key sectors. During his stay in the national capital, the Canadian Prime Minister will also hold talks with S. Jaishankar. In addition, he is scheduled to address the India-Canada CEO Forum, where business leaders from both countries…
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ED Asserts Money Laundering Probe into Delhi Excise Policy is “Standalone” Despite CBI Case Acquittals
27 Feb

ED Asserts Money Laundering Probe into Delhi Excise Policy is “Standalone” Despite CBI Case Acquittals

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndia, , ,
NEW DELHI (Gurpreet Singh) — In the wake of a significant legal blow to the central probe agencies, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday maintained that its investigation into the Delhi excise policy-linked money laundering case remains a "standalone" probe. This statement follows the Rouse Avenue Court’s decision earlier today to discharge former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia, and 21 others in the primary case initiated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The ED’s case, registered in August 2022, is legally tied to the CBI’s FIR as a "predicate offence." Under current legal precedents established by the…
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Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Jolts Kolkata and Border Districts; Cracks Reported in North Kolkata Buildings
27 Feb

Magnitude 5.5 Earthquake Jolts Kolkata and Border Districts; Cracks Reported in North Kolkata Buildings

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, , ,
Kolkata (Gurpreet Singh)— A powerful earthquake measuring 5.5 on the Richter Scale struck the Indo-Bangladesh border region on Friday afternoon, February 27, 2026, sending shockwaves through Kolkata and the adjacent districts of West Bengal. The tremors, which occurred at approximately 1:22 PM, lasted for nearly ten seconds and originated from a shallow depth of 10 km below the Earth’s surface. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the epicentre was located in the Satkhira district of Bangladesh, situated just 100 km from Kolkata and a mere 25 km from the border town of Taki in North 24 Parganas. The prolonged…
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Delhi excise policy case: Kejriwal calls verdict ‘victory of truth’; breaks down after clean chit
27 Feb

Delhi excise policy case: Kejriwal calls verdict ‘victory of truth’; breaks down after clean chit

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, India, Trending,
New Delhi, Rajeev Sharma :- In a significant development in the Delhi excise policy case, a Delhi court has granted relief to former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia as well as Arvind Kejriwal, stating that the prosecution failed to present convincing material to sustain the allegations against them. The court observed that serious charges require substantive evidence and cannot rest on broad or unsubstantiated claims. It noted that attributing a central conspiratorial role without credible proof weakens the very foundation of criminal prosecution. The judge further remarked that public faith in constitutional offices is compromised when allegations are not backed…
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Rinku Singh’s father dies after prolonged battle with cancer, cricketer flies home
27 Feb

Rinku Singh’s father dies after prolonged battle with cancer, cricketer flies home

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National Times Bureau :- Indian ace batter Rinku Singh's father, Khanchand Singh, passed away on February 27 after a prolonged battle with stage 4 liver cancer. He breathed his last at Yatharth Hospital in Greater Noida, where he had been undergoing treatment in recent days as his condition deteriorated. He was placed on ventilator support and was receiving renal therapy as doctors continued to stabilise him. Despite intensive care, his health kept deteriorating rapidly and doctors could not revive him. Rinku Singh suffered a personal loss during the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, as his father passed away after battling…
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Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia and all other accused discharged in Delhi liquor policy case
27 Feb

Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia and all other accused discharged in Delhi liquor policy case

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsEntertainment, India, Trending,
New Delhi, Rajeev Sharma :- Former Arvind Kejriwal and his former deputy Manish Sisodia were discharged in the Delhi excise policy case, after a Delhi court ruled that the prosecution failed to provide credible evidence to support its allegations. The court delivered a sharp rebuke to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), stating that claims of a larger conspiracy and criminal intent were not backed by material evidence. It observed that serious allegations require solid proof and cannot be sustained without supporting material. The judge noted that the documents and statements presented reflected administrative decision-making rather than criminal wrongdoing. The…
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DGCA Mandates 48-Hour Free Cancellation Window and Reforms Name Correction Rules
26 Feb

DGCA Mandates 48-Hour Free Cancellation Window and Reforms Name Correction Rules

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, Lifestyle, , ,
NEW DELHI (Rajeev Sharma) — In a landmark decision to bolster passenger rights, India’s aviation regulator, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), has officially revised its ticket refund and amendment norms. The updated Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR), issued on February 24, 2026, introduce a "Look-in option" that allows travellers to cancel or modify their flight bookings without incurring any additional charges for the first 48 hours. This reform is a direct response to a massive surge in consumer grievances recorded in late 2025 following widespread industry disruptions. The new policy provides a significant 48-hour safety net for passengers immediately…
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India and Israel Conclude First Round of FTA Talks; Launch Strategic Financial Dialogue
26 Feb

India and Israel Conclude First Round of FTA Talks; Launch Strategic Financial Dialogue

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World News, , ,
NEW DELHI / TEL AVIV (Rajeev Sharma) — Marking a transformative chapter in bilateral relations, India and Israel successfully concluded the first round of negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on Thursday, February 26, 2026. The four-day session in New Delhi follows the signing of the Terms of Reference (ToR) in November 2025, providing a structured roadmap to dismantle trade barriers and deepen economic integration between the two strategic partners. Coinciding with the conclusion of the talks, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, currently on a high-profile state visit to Israel, issued a joint statement with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.…
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India stands with Israel with full conviction: PM Modi address Israel’s Knesset, condemns terrorism
26 Feb

India stands with Israel with full conviction: PM Modi address Israel’s Knesset, condemns terrorism

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia,
New Delhi, Rajeev Sharma :- Prime Minister on Wednesday reaffirmed India's unwavering support for Israel, underscoring the depth of bilateral ties, a shared zero-tolerance stance on terrorism, and expanding cooperation in trade, defence and technology. During his official visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Knesset and said that the partnership between India and Israel is historic, important, and very strong, especially during uncertain global times. He also stressed the need for lasting peace and stability in West Asia. ???? PM Modi expressed sympathy for the victims of the October 7 attacks, when Hamas attacked Israeli civilians, killing more than…
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