India-Canada Fallout Live News Updates: ‘We believe Bishnoi Group is connected to agents of the Governmen…

15 Oct 2024 | 12:30:07 AM IST

Canada’s Deputy High Commissioner to India Stewart Wheeler

Synopsis

India-Canada Fallout Live News Updates: ‘We believe Bishnoi Group is connected to agents of the Government of India’, says Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

A bus carrying university students crashes, killing 12 and injuring 33 in Egypt’s northeast, reports AP

In today’s uncertain global environment, India’s rapid rise stands out. India, currently a $4 trillion economy, has made impressive progress in the last few years due to political stability, policy predictability and a reform-oriented economic agenda that has ensured the ease of doing business. The sustained growth rate of 8%, skilled talent pool programs such as production linked incentive scheme, India Semiconductor mission and establishment of twelve smart industrial cities have opened up new opportunities. Many other reforms to boost the manufacturing sector like goods and services tax are in place. This has made it easy for businesses to establish and grow in India. I invite Algerian companies to join our Make in India and Make for World initiatives. India has achieved many accomplishments in areas such as science and technology, fintech, pharma, space, startups and renewables. We would be happy to share our experiences in these areas with our Algerian partners.

– President Droupadi Murmu

Rescue operations underway at Agra-Lucknow Expressway as a sleeper bus overturns near Kannauj. More details awaited.

Congress MLA from Igatpuri Hiraman Khoskar joins NCP (Ajit Pawar faction). Khoskar joins the party with his supporters at Dy CM Ajit Pawar’s residence in Mumbai.

It (India) is targeting South Asian community but they are specifically targeting pro-Khalistani elements in Canada…What we have seen is, from an RCMP perspective, they use organised crime elements. It has been publically attributed and claimed by one organised crime group in particular – Bishnoi Group…We believe that the group is connected to agents of the Government of India

– Brigitte Gauvin, Assistant Commissioner, Federal Policing, National Security, Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Investigations have revealed that Indian diplomats and consular officials based in Canada leverage their position to engage in clandestine activities such as collecting information for the Govt of India, either directly or through their agents and other individuals who acted voluntarily or through coercion. Evidence also shows that a wide variety of entities in Canada have been used by agents of the Government of India to collect information. Some of these individuals & businesses were coerced & threatened into working with the Govt of India. The information collected by the Govt of India is then used to target the members of South Asian community. This evidence was presented directly to the Government of India officials urging their cooperation in stemming the violence and requesting our law-enforcement agencies work together to address this issue.

– Royal Canadian Mounted Police Commissioner, Mike Duheme

The Government of India has decided to expel the following 6 Canadian Diplomats: Stewart Ross Wheeler, Acting High Commissioner, Patrick Hebert, Deputy High Commissioner, Marie Catherine Joly, First Secretary, lan Ross David Trites, First Secretary, Adam James Chuipka, First Secretary, Paula Orjuela, First Secretary. They have been asked to leave India by or before 11:59 PM on Saturday, October 19, 2024

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will ‘mercilessly strike’ Hezbollah, including in Beirut

NASA probe Europa Clipper lifts off for Jupiter’s icy moon

Canada expels six Indian diplomats after police collect evidence they were part of an Indian government ‘campaign of violence’, reports Reuters

Hezbollah fighters fired a “big rocket salvo” at the north Israeli town of Safed, the group said in a statement, adding it was “in defence of Lebanon” and in response to Israeli attacks on Lebanese “cities, villages and civilians”.

“Actor Atul Parchure passes away, ” tweets Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde

Delhi hosts fourth India-Australia 2+2 secretary-level talks led by key defence and foreign officials

The fourth India-Australia 2+2 Secretary-level Consultations were held today in Delhi. The Indian delegation was led by Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri, while the Australian side was led by Secretary, of Department of Defence (DoD) Greg Moriarty and Secretary, of Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade (DFAT) Jan Adams. The last 2+2 Secretary-level Consultations were held in 2019, following which 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue was initiated in September 2021: MEA

I express my heartfelt gratitude to President Abdelmadjid Tebboune for his warm welcome and gracious hospitality. It is an honour for me to be paying this first-ever presidential visit from India to Algeria. This first-ever incoming visit is even more special as President Tebboune brings his second term…Today, I held wide-ranging talks with President Tebboune…The India-Algeria Business Forum, scheduled to be held later today, will take stock of the ongoing projects and identify several initiatives to give new direction to our economic and commercial cooperation. I thank President Tebboune for his stellar leadership and his attention and valuable support for our bilateral and multilateral cooperation.

– President Droupadi Murmu

Level of trust of the Canadian Govt and the Indian Govt has fallen very low, says Former Indian Ambassador to Bhutan, Pakistan and China, Gautam Bambawale

Pune, Maharashtra: Former Indian Ambassador to Bhutan, Pakistan and China, Gautam Bambawale says, “Canadian Government has today said that the Indian High Commissioner who is the representative of the Government of India to Canada is a person of interest in this Nijjar issue. So, that I think is a very serious allegation and it shows that the level of trust of the Canadian Govt and the Indian Govt has fallen very low. India’s Govt has decided to withdraw from Canada…The fact that we cannot trust their safety, security in Canada to the Canadian govt anymore and that is why we are withdrawing. I think that is the right decision because this matter has gone on too long and I am afraid that the current Govt of Canada is pushing the relationship to new lows to levels which we have never seen so low before.”

BJP MP Bansuri Swaraj flagged off two free mobile dispensaries in Delhi Cantonment.

I will be back for the training in November and to the match maybe by next year…I will follow all the games thoroughly… but my eyes will be on 10 mtrs, 25 mtrs…I am happy that I got a chance to spend time with my family after a long time. I eat homemade food and enjoy it a lot.

– Olympic medallist shooter Manu Bhaker

After the state cabinet meeting, Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren says, “We have decided to increase the amount under Maiya Samman Yojana from Rs 1000 to Rs 2500 from the month of December.

Government schools, Government-aided schools, private schools, and all colleges in Puducherry and Karaikal to remain closed tomorrow, 15th October due to a heavy rain warning: Puducherry Education Minister A. Namassivayam

On intelligence, officers of AIU, Trichy (Prev.) Comm’te on 13.10.24 intercepted one passenger who had checked in to fly from Trichy to Malaysia by Batik Airlines flight no OD223 & recovered foreign currencies of various countries equivalent to Indian Rs 49,11,030.

Further, 552 pieces of gold nose pins / small ear studs of 22-carat purity weighing 124 grams valued at Rs.8,82,880/-found concealed among the 50 numbers of jewellery showcase pieces kept in his checked-in carton box were also recovered. The passenger was arrested and further investigation is under progress: Trichy Customs

Seasoned actor Atul Parchure passes away at 57

Director of IMD Bhubaneswar, Manorama Mohanty says, ” South-West monsoon has withdrawn in some part of Nuapada and Kalahandi districts most part of Ganjam, Balangir and Kandhamal districts…total rainfall occurred in Odisha during this monsoon is 1092* mm against the normal value 1150* mm…During next 7 days, there will be light-moderate rainfall activity in Odisha…”

CAQM (Commission for Air Quality Management) Sub-Committee unanimously invokes Stage-I GRAP 27-Point Action Plan across entire NCR as Delhi’s AQI Hits ‘Poor’ Category at 234. All 27 actions as envisaged under Stage-I of the revised GRAP – ‘POOR’ Air Quality, to be implemented in right earnest by all the agencies concerned, from 8:00 AM of 15.10.2024 (tomorrow) in the entire NCR.

Today’s meeting of the JPC (Joint Parliamentary Committee) on Waqf Bill concludes at the Parliament Annexe.

MEA’s statement on India-Canada ties

It was also conveyed that India reserves the right to take further steps in response to the Trudeau Government’s support for extremism, violence and separatism against India: MEA

Canadian CDA conveyed that India reserves right to take further steps in response to Trudeau govt’s support for extremism against India: MEA

We have no faith in current Canadian government’s commitment to ensure security of Indian diplomats in Canada, said the MEA in a statement.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the International Telecommunication Union – World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA) 2024 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi on 15th October.

Prime Minister will also inaugurate the 8th edition of India Mobile Congress 2024 during the programme.

Government of India has decided to withdraw the Canadian High Commissioner and other targeted diplomats and officials

The MEA statement reads, “It was underlined that in an atmosphere of extremism and violence, the Trudeau Government’s actions endangered their safety. We have no faith in the current Canadian Government’s commitment to ensure their security. Therefore, the Government of India has decided to withdraw the High Commissioner and other targeted diplomats and officials.”

Viacom18 and Star India Private Limited obtained the approval from Competition Commission of India for the proposed transaction between the two companies. and the Scheme of Arrangement for merging their business was sanctioned by the Hon’ble National Company Law Tribunal, Mumbai Bench.

The companies are in the process of obtaining other requisite approvals for the completion of the transaction and transaction closer is expected in 3Q FY 25.

Jammu and Kashmir: Oath-taking ceremony will be held on October 16 at 11:30 am.

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha invites chief minister-designate Omar Abdullah to take oath of office on October 16

Reliance Industries, Disney India media assets merger expected to close in 3Q FY25

Reliance Industries’ first of new energy giga-factories to commence production of solar PV modules by year-end.

Reliance Industries Q2 Jio ARPU 195.1 Rupees Per Subscriber/Month

Jio Platforms Q2 FY25 consolidated net profit jumps 23.4 per cent year-on-year to Rs 6,539 crore

The home broadband segment is witnessing accelerated momentum on the back of our unique industry-leading JioAirFiber offering: Mukesh Ambani

Digital services revenue increased with the impact of revised telecom tariffs for mobility services and scale-up of homes and digital services businesses: Reliance

Lower gas price realizations led to 6% lower revenue in the Oil and Gas segment.

Reliance reports 5 pc drop in profit for July-September quarter on weak oil-to-chemical business: Stock exchange filing

Mumbai receives rainfall. Visuals around Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus.

Canadian Chargé d’Affaires Stewart Wheeler reaches the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) after being summoned by the Ministry

“They don’t want the case to be resolved, they are trying their best to cause anarchy and disorder. Some of them are left and ultra-left faces. The first demand was they wanted CBI instead of Kolkata Police but within 24 hours the accused was arrested by Kolkata Police. Then High Court handed over the case to CBI and they welcomed it…now they are saying that they have no faith in CBI, what is going on? They have no faith in Kolkata Police, health administration, Supreme Court and CBI…this is their politics. They are trying to drag the issue only to disturb the state govt and TMC. We also want justice…they are continuously changing their demands and focus and trying to drag the issue guided by left and ultra-left forces.”

– TMC leader Kunal Ghosh

Goa assembly Speaker dismisses disqualification petition filed by Congress leader against 8 MLAs of party who joined BJP in 2022

Kerala Legislative Assembly unanimously passes the resolution urging the Central Government to withdraw the 2024 Waqf (Amendment) Bill, citing that it violates the basic principles of the Constitution.

Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren handed over appointment letters to 498 Community Health Officers earlier today, emphasising the government’s commitment to strengthening the health sector.

Right now, the standards are being developed. The world is developing standards which will take a couple of years, I think. Once those standards are developed, only then will you see the rollout of 6G. Therefore, the PM will be inaugurating the WTSA (World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly) conference tomorrow. It is the first time in India. People from 160 countries, 3200 delegates – the highest ever attendance for an ITU Summit in the world is being held in Asia for the first time. India being the host this year, we are confident that it will be a huge success

– Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached four immovable properties worth Rs 1.31 crore in the medical question paper leak case in Jammu and Kashmir Common Entrance Test 2012 (JKCET-2012): ED

ED’s Srinagar zonal office attached these properties belonging to Sajad Hussain Bhat, Mohd. Amin Ganie, Suhail Ahmad Wani and Shabir Ahmad Dar at Srinagar and its nearby places under the provisions of Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002.

Lebanese Red Cross says at least 18 killed in an Israeli strike in northern Lebanon, reports AP

On 13th October, Mumbai customs intercepted a passenger who arrived from Bangkok and seized a significant quantity of NDPS. The operation led to the seizure of 5076 grams of contraband purported to be Ganja (Marijuana) with an estimated provisional value of Rs 5.07 Crores.

The officers at Mumbai Airport demonstrated exceptional vigilance showcasing the effectiveness of their profiling and surveillance efforts. The purported Ganja was concealed in food packets/boxes wrapped with gift wrappers which were placed inside the trolley bag carried by the passenger. As a result of this operation, one passenger was arrested under the NDPS Act, of 1985.

VHP on Delhi govt banning firecrackers till January 1

On Delhi govt banning firecrackers till January 1, Vinod Bansal, National Spokesperson, VHP said, ” There is a big gap between the words and actions of this govt…firecrackers become poisonous during Diwali but not when their leaders come out of jail…they have issues with Hindu culture…right now it is not Diwali and nobody is busting crackers but is the pollution low now?…”

Renukaswamy murder case

Accused Deepak granted bail in the case by City Civil Court. Bail pleas of actor Darshan, and Pavithra Gowda rejected. More details awaited.

Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu on Ratan Tata’s legacy

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu tweets, “to commemorate the profound legacy of Ratan Tata, we have decided to establish an Innovation Hub titled ‘Ratan Tata Innovation Hub’ at Amaravati. This hub will foster innovation, and entrepreneurship ecosystems and mentor startups. This hub will be linked to five other zonal centres, each mentored and fostered by reputed business groups, and facilitate technology and skill upgradation in emerging sectors.”

RG Kar Medical College & Hospital rape-murder case

Dr Abhik Ghosh, member of IMA Action Committee said, ” 6 Doctors’ Organisations had a meeting with Chief Secretary, from day one these senior doctors are standing by the side the of junior doctors in this fight…the main reason of this meeting is that, our doctors are on an indefinite strike since last 10 days, this situation must end. 4 of our doctors have been admitted to ICU and rest of those who are protesting are also in very bad shape…”

Heavy rainfall expected in Chennai and coastal districts

On heavy rainfall warning, Scientist ‘G & Deputy Director General of Meteorology, Regional Meteorological Centre, Dr. S. Balachandran said, “…In 24 hours, heavy rainfall is expected in Chennai, Tiruvallur, Kancheepuram, and Chengalpattu districts. Heavy rainfall is expected in north coastal districts from Delta till Tiruvallur tomorrow. Fishermen were advised not to venture into the seas. Red alert issued includes both quantity of rainfall and impact…”

Delhi: All opposition MPs boycotted the meeting of Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) on Waqf Bill

The members alleged that Anwar Manippadi, former Chairman, Karnataka State Minorities Commission and Karnataka Minorities Development Corporation, whose presentation is still going on, is not about Waqf Bill. They alleged that Anwar is making unnecessary allegations against Karnataka Government and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, which is not in accordance with the committee and not acceptable.

Baba Siddiqui murder case

Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin holds review meeting with senior officials over heavy rainfall warning in Chennai & neighbouring districts

Mysuru-Darbhanga Express collision

A statutory inquiry into the Mysuru-Darbhanga Express collision will be held on Oct 16-17 in Chennai. If you have relevant information, we encourage you to join the Inquiry & share your insights, said Southern Railway.

Shehzad Poonawalla on Karnataka government dropping cases against AIMIM leaders

“The Karnataka government has withdrawn cases on AIMIM leaders and those who were pro-hijab protesters. On the same hand, they have not withdrawn the cases against those who were protesting against hijab, which was actually the rule and the law as per the Constitution. Those who were with the law, their cases continue because they happened to be Hindu students and those who were against the law and were protesting for hijab, their cases have been withdrawn. No bigger proof of appeasement politics can be found,” says BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla on Karnataka government dropping cases against AIMIM leaders and pro-hijab protesters.

Karnataka: Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy visits and offers prayer at Gopalswami Temple in Bidarakka village of Hassan

Kerala Assembly unanimously passes resolution against Centre’s delayed assistance to landslide-hit Wayanad

Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences announced

The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences has decided to award the 2024 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel to Daron Acemoglu, Simon Johnson and James A. Robinson “for studies of how institutions are formed and affect prosperity.”

Maharashtra core group meeting begins at the BJP Headquarters in Delhi.

Ericsson gets new 5G contract from India’s Bharti Airtel: Sources to Reuters

Price as on 03.12.37 PM, Click on company names for their live prices.

Former Cricketer Ravi Shastri and Founder-Chairman of Legends League Cricket T20 Vivek Khushalani called on JKNC Vice President Omar Abdullah at his Gupkar residence today

The way Baba Siddique was murdered is a matter of concern: Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Nirupam says, “…The way Baba Siddique was murdered is a matter of concern. The government has taken it as a challenge. It is a challenge for the government. But to conclude on the basis of one incident that the entire law and order has collapsed, I think this is an exaggeration. By saying such things, the opposition is doing the politics. At the time of such incidents, one should not do politics but should work and support the government. The Mumbai Police and the Crime Branch of the police are seriously investigating this case…”

The decisions taken by our Mahayuti government are not taken keeping elections in mind… Congress made false promises to people in Karnataka and Himachal Pradesh. This is what they do… We are providers. They (opposition) are takers… They have lost their confidence. Their fight is not for the CM, their fight is for LoP.

– Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde

Former Maharashtra CM Uddhav Thackeray admitted in hospital for angioplasty

‘Scorpion’ remark against PM Modi: SC extends stay on defamation proceedings against Congress MP Shashi Tharoor in trial court

Bondada Engineering Limited gets Letter of Award from Maharashtra State Power Generation Company Limited (MAHAGENCO) for a project worth Rs 390.25 cr

Price as on 02.40.53 PM, Click on company names for their live prices.

RG Kar Medical College & Hospital rape-murder case: West Bengal junior doctors hold a protest march to Governor’s house ‘Raj Bhavan Abhijan’ in Kolkata

42,289 Palestinians killed and 98,684 injured in Israel’s military offensive on Gaza since Oct 7, 2023: Gaza Health Ministry

Monsoon Shifts: Southwest retreats as northeast monsoon set to arrive in southern India

“The south-west monsoon has withdrawn from most parts of north India, this includes north-east India. So simultaneously within the next 2-3 days, we are expecting onset of north-east monsoon over the southeast peninsular India, this is an association with the low-pressure system that has formed over the southeast Bay of Bengal. This is likely to move westwards, likely to reach the Tamil Nadu, south Andhra coast within next two days. We expect rainfall activity in south peninsular India, very heavy rainfall over Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh on 14-15-16 of this month,” IMD Senior Scientist Soma Sen Roy told PTI.

Indian govt responds to Canada’s allegations, claims political motivation

Minor girl sexually assaulted in Pune; Police launch manhunt for accused

A four-year-old girl was sexually assaulted in Pune, prompting police to file a case under the POCSO Act at Mundhwa Police Station. The accused, who is known to the family, is currently absconding. Pune City Police have formed teams to locate and apprehend the suspect, and further investigation is ongoing.

Easy Trip approves 1:1 bonus

Board approved bonus issue of one share for every one share held

Price as on 01.54.12 PM, Click on company names for their live prices.

“Plan for market coupling of power exchanges is on, and we are committed to implementing it,” says Power Secretary Pankaj Agarwal.

HCC receives fresh order for construction of Cable Stayed Bridge across Agardanda Creek for Rs 1031.6 crore from Maharashtra Govt

Price as on 01.46.12 PM, Click on company names for their live prices.

“The decision to return the allotted land after objections were raised on the trust run by Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge’s, clearly proves that the work of grabbing land by misusing power was going on at its highest level in Karnataka. In 2015, Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar was booked for a land grab case…Karnataka CM was involved in the MUDA scam. Mallikarjun Kharge’s family members were involved in the KIADB land grab case…Be it the CM, Dy CM or the National President… the entire top leadership of the Congress is equally involved in the land grabbing movement…Today, Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah and Mallikarjun Kharge are offering to return the plots linked to the land scam. It’s not because their conscience has awakened. They are returning the land to avoid the humiliation of court proceedings…”

– BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi

Hezbollah says targeted Israeli naval base near Haifa, reports AFP

Bahraich violence: Priyanka Gandhi Vadra urges public to not take the law into their hands and maintain peace

Virat is as hungry as ever. Hopefully he will get runs here and then in Australia. We know how consistent he can get once he hit that phase: Gambhir on Kohli

Defence Minister meets Australian Secretary for Department of Defence in New Delhi.

We won’t hold back people from playing aggressive cricket. We may get bundled out for 100 but we are not overly concerned and we’ll take it up then.

– India coach Gautam Gambhir on team’s approach

Baba Siddiqui murder case: NCP leader’s son was also a target

Zeeshan Siddiqui, son of Baba Siddiqui had received threats a few days before the incident took place. The accused told during interrogation that both Zeeshan and Baba Siddiqui were on the target and they were ordered to fire on anyone they found. Zeeshan Siddiqui was also the target of the accused. The accused were given a contract to kill both Zeeshan and Baba Siddiqui: Mumbai police

EAM Dr S Jaishankar Union Minister and Mansukh Mandaviya launch eMigrate V2.0 web portal and mobile app in Delhi.

Delhi High Court pulls up Wikipedia for having a page on pending proceeding in a defamation suit filed by ANI against the platform

“You may be world’s powerful entity but we live in a country which is governed by law and we take pride in that,” Delhi Hc Chief Justice Manmohan said.

PhonePe’s insurance plans for Diwali

PhonePe launches new insurance plan offering protection against firecracker-related accidents. It will provide users with insurance coverage during the festive season of Diwali

Hyderabad, Telangana: Police detain Madhavi Latha and other BJP leaders as they were protesting over the alleged vandalisation of Muthyalamma temple idol in Kurmaguda

Madhavi Latha says, “They are taking me to the jail for protesting over the vandalisation of Mata’s idol. We are ready for this”

No fireworks in Delhi upto Jan 1, 2025

Delhi Pollution Control Committee issues an order for a complete ban on all kinds of firecrackers on manufacturing, storage and selling including delivery through online marketing platforms and bursting of all kinds of firecrackers upto 01.01.2025 in the territory of NCT of Delhi.

The annual rate of inflation based on all India Wholesale Price Index (WPI) number is1.84% (Provisional) for the month of September, 2024: Govt

Maharashtra Government has decided to rename the Maharashtra State Skills Development University as “Ratan Tata Maharashtra State Skills Development University”

PV sales in September down by 1.4% at 3.56 lakh units, SIAM data shows

Situation in Uttar Pradesh’s Bahraich remains grim following Durga Puja incident

ED heat on bureaucrats in connection with Jal Jivan Mission

ED conducts raid in Ranchi and other places in Jharkhand against IAS Manish Ranjan, Harendra Singh PS to minister Mithilesh Thakur, Vinay Thakur brother of the minister, and others in connection with irregularities in Jal Jivan Mission

Harsh Kumar Jain appointed as India’s ambassador to Palau, concurrently serving as ambassador to the Philippines

1993 batch IFS officer Harsh Kumar Jain, presently Ambassador of India to the Republic of the Philippines, has been concurrently accredited as the Ambassador of India to the Republic of Palau, with residence in Manila: MEA

Union Minister Chirag Paswan given ‘Z category’ security cover

The Central government has handed over the ‘Z category’ security cover of Union Minister Chirag Paswan to the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). The security was earlier handled by the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB). The CRPF will take over the security from the SSB in the next few days.

JSW Energy signs power purchase agreement with NTPC for 700 MW solar capacity for a period of 25 yrs

Price as on 11.30.28 AM, Click on company names for their live prices.

Baba Siddique Murder Case: NDA government will not spare any accused, says BJP’s Pradeep Bhandari

“The Maharashtra and the NDA government will not spare any accused. We do not want to politicise this issue. We just want the murderers of Baba Siddique to be caught as soon as possible. It’s unfortunate that Asaduddin Owaisi is politicising this and bringing a Hindu-Muslim angle into it. I urge everyone to remain calm, as the NDA government has a zero-tolerance policy against criminals, and anyone who is guilty will be caught,” says BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari on murder of NCP leader Baba Siddique.

Chief of the Army Staff, General Dwivedi, leaves for visit to Japan

General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS), departed on a visit to Japan from 14th to 17th October 2024. The visit by General Upendra Dwivedi aims at strengthening military cooperation between militaries of India and Japan besides exploring new avenues of collaboration between the two nations: Ministry of Defence

Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde announces in the cabinet meeting that full toll exemption will be given for light motor vehicles at all 5 toll booths entering Mumbai: CMO

Divergence of monetary policies across world is leading to volatility in capital flows and exchange rates, says RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das

Banks have to remain alert in social media space and strengthen their liquidity buffer to deal with any untoward situation: RBI Governor Das

Howrah bound train from Mumbai receives bomb threat

Mumbai-Howrah Mail received a threat to blow up the train with a timer bomb. Around 4:00 AM, off-control received this message. Train number 12809 was stopped at Jalgaon station and checked. No suspicious object was found in it. After this, the train proceeded towards the destination: CPRO, Central Railway

Today’s global economy is more integrated than ever before, says RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das

AI opacity makes it difficult to audit, interpret what drives decisions: RBI’s Das in keynote address

“Growing use of AI can introduce new vulnerabilities,” he said while adding, “Adequate risk mitigation measures must be put in place by banks when using AI.”

Maintaining financial stability along with price stability a big question: RBI Guv Shaktikanta Das

In recent years, tech driven growth in payments has been revolutionary, says RBI Guv Das

Soaring public debt a challenge for central banks globally: RBI Guv Das

After Air India flight, an Indigo flight to Muscat from Mumbai receives bomb threat

IndiGo flight 6E 1275 operating from Mumbai to Muscat had received a bomb threat. As per protocol, the aircraft was taken to a isolated bay, and following the standard operating procedure, mandatory security checks were promptly initiated: IndiGo Spokesperson

The three key areas that redefine India’s central bank are monetary policy, new technologies and financial policy: RBI Guv Shaktikanta Das at the High-Level Conference “Central Banking at Crossroads”

Baba Siddiqui murder case update

Mumbai Crime Branch arrests Shubham Lonkar from Pune. Shubham Lonkar is the brother of Shubuu Lonkar who posted on social media yesterday that Lawrence Bishnoi gang has taken responsibility for the murder. Shubuu Lonkar is absconding at the moment. Shubham Lonkar gave shelter to both the arrested accused in Pune: Mumbai Police

There are many factors upon which winning and losing depends. We are analysing the results and are taking feedback. Only then the high command will make any conclusion.

– Congress MP Kumari Selja as she takes feedback on the Haryana Assembly results.

Premier Energies arms secure multiple orders from various customers amounting to a total value of Rs 765 crore.

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Rupee rises 4 paise to 84.06 against US dollar in early trade

Taiwan defence ministry says outlying islands on ‘heightened alert’

I am fortunate that I have got the opportunity to worship at Maa Kamakhya temple. I had come before the elections and now after the elections I have come to pray for a bright future for the people of Haryana, may the people of Haryana remain healthy. I also thank the people of Haryana for the huge mandate.

– Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini in Guwahati

Air India says all passengers, crew safely disembarked from NY flight which received bomb threat

Flight AI119 operating from Mumbai to JFK on October 14 received a specific security alert and on instructions of the government’s security regulatory committee was diverted to Delhi. All passengers have disembarked and are at the Delhi airport terminal: Air India Spokesperson

Gensol Engineering Limited bags Rs 186 crore contract for 23 MWp rooftop solar project in Dubai

Price as on 08.51.01 AM, Click on company names for their live prices.

Bomb threat on Mumbai-New York Air India flight

An Air India flight operating from Mumbai to New York was diverted to Delhi following a security concern arising out of bomb threat. The aircraft is currently stationed at the IGI Airport, and all standard safety protocols are being followed to ensure the safety of passengers and crew on board: Delhi Police

Following Baba Siddique’s murder, security beefed up near actor Salman Khan’s house

Uttar Pradesh: One died in a gunfire incident as a clash erupted between two groups during Goddess Durga idol immersion in Mahsi tehsil, Bahraich, last night

“A situation of tension arose when a procession was taken out from near a Muslim area in Maharajganj. Police have taken action and 25-30 people have been taken into custody. The procession has continued,” says Superintendent of Police Vrinda Shukla.

Taiwanese President’s office says it is committed to defending country’s constitutional democracy and freedom

Senior Taiwan security official: Taiwan will continue to seek possibilities for talks with China.

US Biden administration official: Our One China policy has not changed

Man arrested for possessing firearm in Trump’s rally in Coachella

Russian, Chinese warships conduct joint drills to repel missile attack in Pacific, Reuters reports citing RIA Agency

China coast guard says conducting ‘inspections’ in waters around Taiwan

US to deploy THAAD missile defense system in Israel

The United States (US) is sending its advanced anti-missile system — Terminal High-Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) battery, to Israel, along with a US military crew to operate it. An announcement in this regard was made by the Pentagon on Sunday.

Goldman Sachs raises China’s real GDP forecast to 4.9% in 2024 – report

RG Kar impasse: Another junior doctor hospitalised, rest continue ‘fast-unto-death’

Another protesting junior doctor, on a fast-unto-death since October 5, was rushed to the hospital on Sunday night after his health deteriorated, according to an official from the medical facility.

Baba Siddiqui murder case: Ossification test of accused proves he is not minor

Mumbai Police investigating the murder case of NCP leader and former Maharashtra minister Baba Siddiqui conducted an ossification test of accused Dharmaraj Kashyap in which it was proved that he is not minor, official said on Monday.

4 soldiers killed in Hezbollah drone attack on army base: Israel military

A Hezbollah drone attack on an army base in central Israel on Sunday killed four soldiers and critically injured seven others, marking the militant group’s deadliest strike since Israel began its ground invasion of Lebanon nearly two weeks ago, the military reported.

Israeli airstrike kills at least 20 people including children at school in central Gaza

An Israeli airstrike has killed at least 20 people including children at a school-turned-shelter in central Gaza, according to local hospitals.