Author: Praneetha Bandaru

Former U.S. President Donald Trump indicted on 37 counts in historic case involving classified documents. Former President Donald Trump has been indicted on 37 felony counts in connection with the mishandling of classified documents, marking the first federal case against a former president. The sweeping indictment alleges that Trump willfully retained top-secret documents, including nuclear capabilities, after leaving office and obstructed the investigation into their whereabouts. The court papers reveal damning evidence, including surveillance footage, audio recordings, and witness testimony, painting a picture of his cavalier attitude towards national security. The charges carry significant legal consequences, raising serious legal vulnerability…

Former Deputy Prime Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam to Run in Singapore’s Presidential Election. Tharman Shanmugaratnam, an Indian-origin former Deputy Prime Minister of Singapore, has announced his candidacy for the upcoming presidential election. The 66-year-old politician, known for his extensive experience in finance and government, intends to step away from active politics after 22 years. Tharman’s decision to run for president marks a significant transition in his career and reflects his desire to serve Singapore in a role that transcends politics. Tharman’s Background and Career Tharman Shanmugaratnam, an economics graduate, has held various key positions in Singapore’s government. He served as the…

School management committee faces police case for allegedly forcing students to wear hijab in Madhya Pradesh; Incident raises concerns related to religious freedom, cultural sensitivity, and the well-being of students. In Madhya Pradesh, a police case has been filed against 11 members of a school’s management committee. The committee members, consisting of both Muslims and non-Muslims, are accused of compelling students to wear hijabs at Ganga Jamuna Higher Secondary School in Damoh district. The incident raises concerns about religious freedom, cultural imposition, and student rights. Allegations of Forced Hijab and Religious Intimidation According to the Damoh Kotwali police, the case…

Israel Begins Test Flights of Autonomous Air Taxis and Cargo Drones to Reduce Traffic Congestion. Israel has initiated test flights of autonomous drones designed to carry passengers and heavy cargo, as part of a national initiative to prepare the country’s airspace for air taxi transportation and drone delivery services. The project, known as the Israel National Drone Initiative (INDI), aims to establish a comprehensive drone network and facilitate efficient drone deliveries across Israel, with collaboration between regulatory bodies and private companies. The Transportation Ministry, the Israel Innovation Authority, Ayalon Highways Ltd., and the Civil Aviation Authority of Israel (CAAI) are…

Indian Wrestlers Resume Railways Duties Amidst Ongoing Protest Against Wrestling Federation Chief. In a significant development, Indian wrestlers Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia, and Vinesh Phogat have resumed their duties in the Railways while continuing their protest against Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the Chief of Wrestling Federation of India (WFI). The wrestlers, who have been at the forefront of the protest against Singh, clarified that their return to work does not indicate their withdrawal from the ongoing movement for justice. Denying the reports of withdrawing from the protest, Sakshi Malik firmly stated, “This is our fight for justice. We will not…

After a prolonged legal battle and numerous delays, Mehbooba Mufti has finally received a passport with a 10-year validity. Mehbooba Mufti, the former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, has finally received a passport with a 10-year validity period, three years after applying for one. The passport, which expired in 2019, was granted to her just before the deadline set by the Delhi court was set to expire. This development comes after a prolonged legal battle, with Mufti seeking the intervention of external affairs minister S Jaishankar in February this year. The Delhi High Court ordered the passport administration to…

Imran Khan’s court appearance and the extension of his pre-arrest bail in multiple cases have garnered national and international attention, heightening the volatility of the situation. Former Prime Minister Imran Khan of Pakistan appeared before an anti-terrorism court in Lahore on Friday, seeking an extension to his pre-arrest bail in three cases, including an attack on a military commander’s residence. Amid heightened security measures, Khan reiterated the presence of “serious threats” to his life. The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party leader also sought an extension of his bail in the murder case of PTI worker Zille Shah, which the Lahore High…

The Law Commission’s report recommends retaining Section 124A of the IPC while introducing amendments for greater clarity in the sedition law. The 22nd Law Commission has submitted its report to the government, stating that Section 124A of the Indian Penal Code (IP) dealing with sedition should be retained. However, the commission suggests introducing certain amendments to bring clarity regarding the usage of the provision. It proposes issuing model guidelines by the Centre to curb any potential misuse by law enforcement authorities. It highlights that while sedition may have colonial origins, it does not justify its repeal. The commission warns that…

Wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia, and Sakshi Malik detained by Delhi Police during protest march. India’s top wrestlers, Vinesh Phogat, Bajrang Punia, and Sakshi Malik, were detained by the Delhi Police on Sunday while leading a protest march towards the new Parliament building. The athletes, who have been holding a sit-in protest at Jantar Mantar for over a month, were demanding the arrest of Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, the chief of the Wrestling Federation of India, who has been accused of sexually harassing several women players. Chaos ensued as the wrestlers clashed with the police, leading to their detention and…

South Korea’s Nuri rocket successfully launches commercial-grade satellite, marking a significant milestone for the country’s space program and global ambitions. South Korea’s Nuri rocket successfully launched a commercial-grade satellite into orbit on Thursday, marking a significant achievement for the country’s space program and its ambitions to compete in the global space race. The rocket, developed entirely with South Korean technology, lifted off from the Naro Space Center on the southern coast of the country. This launch comes after a technical glitch forced a delay of the mission a day earlier. South Korea Joins Elite Club of Spacefaring Nations The launch,…