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Kashmiri separatist Andrabi gets life term, 2 aides 30 yrs
A Delhi court has sentenced Kashmiri separatist leader Asiya Andrabi to life imprisonment for conspiring against the state. Her associates, Sofi Fehmeeda and Nahida Nasreen, received 30-year sentences. The court found they plotted to secede Kashmir from India, emphasizing that leniency would embolden such secessionist aims.
PM Modi's foreign policy a 'universal joke': Rahul
Rahul Gandhi has sharply criticized Prime Minister Modi's foreign policy, labeling it a "universal joke" and "compromised." He questioned India's diminished role in international affairs, citing Pakistan's potential mediation in the Iran war. Gandhi asserted that Modi's personal approach has left India without a clear stance on global issues, making the Prime Minister's parliamentary speeches seem "irrelevant."
Middle East crisis: PM Modi sets up 7 empowered groups to assess impact of war
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the formation of seven empowered groups to assess the impact of the West Asian conflict on India's energy supplies, essential commodities, and supply chains. These quick-response teams will develop strategies to mitigate economic repercussions, drawing lessons from the Covid-19 pandemic playbook.
Government calls all-party meet today to address concerns over West Asia crisis
Following Prime Minister Modi's statements on the West Asia conflict, the government has convened an all-party meeting to foster a united parliamentary voice. The meeting aims to address opposition concerns and present a unified stance on the escalating crisis, which impacts India's energy supply and its large diaspora in the Gulf.
5 India-flagged LPG-loaded tankers stuck at Hormuz
India's government confirmed five LPG tankers, carrying approximately 2.3 lakh tonnes of cooking gas, are positioned west of the Strait of Hormuz. Two ships are expected at Indian ports this week. Officials clarified that no special permission is required for vessels to transit the international strait, though safety assessments are crucial given the current geopolitical climate.
Do not agitate us by saying that we are agitated, SC tells Sibal
A sharp exchange occurred in the Supreme Court between the bench and Mamata Banerjee's counsel Kapil Sibal regarding ED proceedings. The court clarified it was not presuming guilt, but rather acknowledging allegations require investigation. The case involves petitions seeking a CBI probe into alleged obstruction of ED officials during raids linked to a money laundering probe.
EC meets state officials, focuses on sealing borders
Election Commission convened with top officials from poll-bound states and their neighbors to bolster election preparedness. The focus was on ensuring peaceful polls by strengthening border security and curbing illegal activities like cash, liquor, and drug smuggling. All agencies were directed to maintain heightened vigilance to prevent violence and inducements.
SC rejects plea for separate enumeration of denotified, nomadic & semi-nomadic tribes
The Supreme Court expressed disapproval of a PIL requesting separate enumeration of Denotified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Tribes in the upcoming census. The bench suggested the petition's motive might be to gain SC/ST status, calling such moves "calculated" and potentially aimed at dividing India. Despite recommendations for enumeration since 2000, the government has not acted.
75L jobs added in informal sector in 2025: NSO survey
India's informal sector added nearly 75 lakh jobs between January and December 2025, signaling a strong recovery from recent economic shocks. The 'other services' sector led growth with 35 lakh new jobs, while manufacturing and trade also saw significant additions. The number of informal establishments also grew by 8%.
Last-minute cancellation of rail tickets gets costlier
Indian Railways has revised its ticket cancellation refund policy, with no refunds for cancellations made less than eight hours before departure. Cancellations between 8-24 hours will incur a 50% deduction, and 25% for 24-72 hours prior. These changes aim to curb black marketing of tickets by touts.
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