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Harpreet Singh, an alleged terrorist wanted in India for numerous violent crimes, was apprehended in Sacramento, California, by the FBI and US immigration authorities. Singh, also known as Happy Passia and Jora, is linked to two international terrorist groups and had illegally entered the US from Mexico in 2021. …

The Select Committee of the Lok Sabha, which is reviewing the Income-Tax Bill, 2025, on Thursday called for suggestions and views from experts, industry associations, organisations, and other stakeholders on the proposed legislation, as per an official release. …

The Congress party is set to intensify its protests against the alleged misuse of investigative agencies by the BJP government, with a key meeting scheduled to strategize further action. These demonstrations are expected to coincide with potential government actions against the Gandhi family, particularly in light of the National Herald…

The Supreme Court has ruled that peaceful protests by homebuyers, including holding banners expressing grievances against realtors, do not constitute defamation if no abusive language is used. The court emphasized the importance of the right to dissent lawfully as part of freedom of speech. …

Jaipur is making preparations to welcome US Vice-President J D Vance, his wife Usha, and their children on April 22. During their visit, Vance will meet with industry leaders and government officials, as well as tour Amber Fort and City Palace. He is also scheduled to speak at an industry…

Farooq Abdullah disputes A S Dulat’s claim of supporting Article 370 abrogation, but Dulat clarifies he meant Abdullah’s desire to align with Delhi on his terms. Dulat’s book praises Abdullah’s leadership, revealing insights into the Rubaiya Sayeed abduction and IC-814 hostage swap, highlighting Farooq’s initial opposition and eventual acquiescence to…

A recent report evaluating India’s Information Commissions reveals that a majority of commissioners, particularly chief commissioners, are retired government officials, defying the RTI Act’s call for diverse backgrounds. Gender disparity persists, with women holding only a small fraction of positions. Case disposal rates vary significantly across commissions, with some returning…

Adani Enterprises will share approximately 42% of revenue with NHLML for the Sonprayag-Kedarnath ropeway project, a 13 km route expected to drastically cut travel time to 36 minutes. This Rs 4,081 crore project, approved on PPP mode, aims to transport 18,000 pilgrims daily. …

India has withdrawn transhipment facilities for Bangladeshi exports due to actions by Dhaka affecting bilateral trade, according to the External Affairs Ministry. This decision follows Bangladesh’s suspension of Indian yarn imports and closure of three land ports. The move aims to address congestion at Indian ports and airports. …

The PDP and NC are engaged in a heated dispute over the abrogation of Article 370, sparked by claims in a new book. PDP defends its alliance with BJP as principled and aimed at protecting Article 370, while accusing NC of secret deals with the BJP. Mehbooba Mufti alleges Omar…

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar has voiced serious concerns regarding the handling of the case involving Justice Yashwant Varma, following the discovery of semi-burnt cash at his residence. Dhankhar questioned the lack of a formal investigation and FIR, emphasizing that the rule of law must apply to everyone. …

The Russian embassy in India has refuted Ukraine’s accusation that Russian forces targeted an Indian pharmaceutical company’s warehouse in Kyiv. Ukraine claimed the attack was a deliberate act against Indian businesses, despite Russia’s professed friendship with India. …

The Calcutta High Court has reserved its decision regarding the continued deployment of central forces in West Bengal’s Murshidabad, following recent violent clashes. A suggestion has been made to form a panel to assess the situation and aid rehabilitation. The court is also considering a plea to transfer the investigation…

Following Tahawwur Hussain Rana’s extradition, India’s Ministry of External Affairs urged Pakistan to take action against those responsible for the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. Rana, a key accused, is now in NIA custody for interrogation regarding the broader conspiracy, which targeted multiple Indian cities. …