The Chhattisgarh High Court has dismissed petitions seeking a CBI or SIT probe into the alleged Rs 5,000-crore PDS scam. The court cited the ongoing criminal trial, with over 170 prosecution witnesses already recorded, as the reason for dismissal. The bench expressed hope for an expeditious conclusion to the trial.
Bollywood actor Neil Nitin Mukesh and his father, Nitin Mukesh, have purchased a luxury apartment in Mumbai’s Lower Parel for Rs 11.35 crore. The 2,044 sq ft apartment is located on the 31st floor of Lodha Developers’ World One building. The deal was registered on July 10, 2025, with stamp duty and registration fees amounting…
The BJP has criticised West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee for her remarks on a recent gangrape incident, accusing her of justifying rape and victim-blaming. Mamata suggested women should not go out late at night, a statement BJP leaders argue shifts responsibility from perpetrators to victims and highlights a regressive mindset.
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences honored Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt with the 2025 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences. Their groundbreaking work explains how innovation drives sustained economic growth, a phenomenon that has lifted millions out of poverty. This recognition highlights their significant contributions to understanding long-term prosperity through technological progress…
The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences honored Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt with the 2025 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences. Their groundbreaking work explains how innovation drives sustained economic growth, a phenomenon that has lifted millions out of poverty. This recognition highlights their significant contributions to understanding long-term prosperity through technological progress…
Gold prices have surged to record highs, deterring festive buyers despite sparkling offers. Global financial unease and a weakening rupee are driving this rally, with central banks also contributing. While a post-Diwali correction is anticipated by some, experts advise long-term investors against market timing, suggesting consistent annual purchases mimic an SIP for steady returns.
Airtel Payments Bank and Hitachi Payment Services have joined forces to deploy an advanced Soundbox solution nationwide, aiming to significantly boost digital payment adoption among merchants. This innovative device provides instant audio transaction confirmations in multiple languages and serves as a promotional platform. The partnership streamlines the entire merchant lifecycle, empowering businesses with secure and…
A special investigation team has taken Ranganathan Govindan, owner of Sresan Pharmaceuticals, to his sealed factory in Tamil Nadu for an onsite inspection. The probe aims to determine how industrial-grade diethylene glycol entered the cough syrup formulation that caused the deaths of 23 children in Madhya Pradesh.
‘Nayak: The Real Hero’ stars Anil Kapoor as Shivaji Rao, a TV reporter turned Chief Minister of Maharashtra, and Rani Mukerji as Manjari, his love interest. Amrish Puri plays the corrupt Chief Minister Balraj Chauhan. Supporting roles include Paresh Rawal as Bansal, Johnny Lever as Topi, Pooja Batra, Saurabh Shukla, Shivaji Satam, Neena Kulkarni, and…
