SIR row brings past Election Commission differences back into focus

Delhi Court confirms earlier injunctions in Hari Shankar Tibrewal defamation case

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court has confirmed its earlier interim injunctions in a civil defamation case concerning businessman Hari Shankar Tibrewal, observing that certain publications allegedly portraying him as a "Hawala Trader", a "key figure in stock market manipulation scheme" and a "shadowy titan in a financial underworld" prima facie attributed criminality to him.

Delhi Court confirms earlier injunctions in Hari Shankar Tibrewal defamation case

Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court has confirmed its earlier interim injunctions in a civil defamation case concerning businessman Hari Shankar Tibrewal, observing that certain publications allegedly portraying him as a "Hawala Trader", a "key figure in stock market manipulation scheme" and a "shadowy titan in a financial underworld" prima facie attributed criminality to him.

Dolly Parton’s nephew Bryan Seaver reacts after being fired as estate’s head of security amid threats allegations; “We refuse to be intimidated…”

Dolly Parton's estate has severed ties with her nephew Bryan Seaver, who previously held the head of security position. We remain unshakably resolved to fulfill her final directive to protect her family, and we refuse to be intimidated, Bryan Seaver and his team said in the response. Bryan Seaver has been accused of making “threats of real-world violence” to Parton’s staff, partners, legal and business advisors.

Financial sector must fund next generation of enterprises, not just next year's growth: P K Mishra

The Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister P K Mishra said on Wednesday that the financial sector should move beyond financing near-term growth and focus on funding the next generation of Indian enterprises. He called for a shift in the way credit is assessed, from collateral to cash flows. Mishra said India's financial system will need to mobilise large amounts of capital for infrastructure, manufacturing, urbanisation, energy transition and innovation, with different forms of capital required for different needs.

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UPI MDR Decoded: Will You Pay More for Stock Investments & SIPs?

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Home Ministry disposed over 59,000 public grievances, appeals in 10 months since Nov 25

Between November 2025 and August 2026, the Union Home Ministry resolved more than 59,000 public grievances and appeals. This initiative aimed to reduce administrative backlogs and improve workplace environments in government organizations. Special Campaign 6 has been organized to further address these issues and promote cleanliness. The Ministry executed various cleanliness campaigns and freed up considerable office space during this period.

Home Ministry disposed over 59,000 public grievances, appeals in 10 months since Nov 25

Between November 2025 and August 2026, the Union Home Ministry resolved more than 59,000 public grievances and appeals. This initiative aimed to reduce administrative backlogs and improve workplace environments in government organizations. Special Campaign 6 has been organized to further address these issues and promote cleanliness. The Ministry executed various cleanliness campaigns and freed up considerable office space during this period.

Gyanesh Kumar CEC controversy explained: What's the report that has rocked ECI, what Congress and BJP saying, and Election Commission’s clarification

Gyanesh Kumar CEC Row: A report on internal objections within the Election Commission has triggered a political row involving CEC Gyanesh Kumar. Here is what the investigation reported, what Congress and BJP said, and how the Election Commission has responded.

Defence ministry signs Rs 811 crore deal with BDL for 160 satellite-guided anti-airfield weapons

The Ministry of Defence signed a contract worth Rs 810.79 crore with Bharat Dynamics Limited on Wednesday. This contract involves the procurement of 160 Satellite Smart Anti Airfield Weapons for the Indian Air Force. The weapon system, designed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation, features 60% indigenous content. It will be deployed on aircraft such as the Jaguar, Hawk, and Su-30 MKI.

BRICS should work together on transfer pricing as disputes burden developing nations: FM

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman emphasized the need for BRICS nations to improve collaboration on international taxation. She proposed establishing working groups to address transfer pricing disputes, which affect developing countries disproportionately. This effort aims to shape future cross-border taxation rules through multilateral negotiations. Revenue Secretary Arvind Shrivastava highlighted the importance of collective experience in these deliberations.