New Delhi : The Supreme Court’s recent judgment granting bail to Manish Sisodia, former Deputy Chief Minister of Delhi, has reinvigorated a crucial legal principle: “bail, not jail, is the rule.” This principle, articulated by Justice Krishna Iyer in 1977, emphasizes that pre-trial detention should be the exception rather than the default in the judicial…
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New Delhi : India’s defense exports soared by 78 percent in the first quarter of 2024-25 compared to the same period in the previous fiscal year. The Defence Ministry reported that exports reached ₹6,915 crore in the first quarter of 2024-25, up from ₹3,865 crore in the same quarter last year. In a social media…
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New Delhi 09 August 2024: Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla inaugurated an orientation program organized by the Parliamentary Research and Training Institute for Democracies (PRIDE) for newly elected MPs of the 18th Lok Sabha in the Parliament House Complex today. On this occasion, Shri Birla said that the Speaker does not function on the…
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External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar informed the Lok Sabha that 91 Indian nationals had been recruited by the Russian Army. Of these, eight have tragically lost their lives, 14 have been released, and 69 remain awaiting release. Dr. Jaishankar emphasized the government’s commitment to addressing this issue, noting that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had…
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s tribute to the Quit India Movement underscores its crucial role in India’s path to independence. By recognizing the movement, led by Mahatma Gandhi, Modi emphasizes its historical importance and the spirit of resistance and patriotism that it embodies. As part of the build-up to Independence Day, PM Modi has also updated…
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The Supreme Court is set to hear a plea on Friday, August 9, seeking the postponement of the NEET-PG 2024 exam, just two days before it is scheduled to take place on August 11. The petition, filed by lawyer Anas Tanwir on behalf of petitioner Vishal Soren, argues that the allocation of test cities is…
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Parliament has successfully passed the Finance (No.2) Bill, 2024, the Appropriation (No.2) Bill, 2024, and the Jammu and Kashmir Appropriation (No.3) Bill, 2024, with the Rajya Sabha returning these legislation to the Lok Sabha following extensive debate. The Lok Sabha had earlier adopted these measures, completing the budgetary procedure for fiscal year 2024-25. The Finance…
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At the 8th India International Footwear Fair 2024 in New Delhi, Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized India’s rise as the second-largest footwear manufacturer globally. He articulated a clear vision for the country to become the world’s top footwear producer, highlighting India’s potential to achieve this through the adoption of advanced manufacturing techniques,…
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The University Grants Commission (UGC) has recently released the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the implementation of the National Credit Framework (NCrF), which outlines a new system for allocating academic credits based on different types of learning activities. This framework aims to standardize the credit allocation process across higher education institutions in India, thereby enhancing…
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted extensive and potentially very heavy rainfall across India over the coming seven days. The Northeast and Western Himalayan regions are expected to experience significant rainfall, accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning throughout the week. Similar weather conditions are anticipated in Eastern India for the next 3-4 days. Conversely, Peninsular…
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