Rajya Sabha clears the MMDR Amendment Bill, 2026, boosting India’s critical mineral sector. The bill allows adding minerals like lithium to existing leases, expands exploration funding, and removes caps on mineral sales from captive mines. In a major boost to India’s critical mineral sector, the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, is … Read more
Arvind Kejriwal and Manish Sisodia have asked the Delhi HC to dismiss the CBI’s petition challenging their discharge in the excise policy case. They argue the CBI filed its plea in ‘haste’ and an ‘unserious manner’ within hours of the order. Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia have … Read more
A full-dress rehearsal for the 80th Independence Day was held in Bhubaneswar with 51 contingents. A similar rehearsal took place at the Red Fort in Delhi, leading to heightened security and traffic arrangements across the national capital. Ahead of the 80th Independence Day celebrations, a full-dress rehearsal was held at Mahatma Gandhi Marg in Bhubaneswar … Read more
MSCI’s August 2026 review adds Adani Energy Solutions, Lenskart, Laurus Labs, and Billionbrains Garage to its India Domestic Index. Companies like Astral, Balkrishna Industries, and SBI Cards and Payment Services will be removed, effective Aug 31. MSCI has added Adani Energy Solutions, Billionbrains Garage Ventures, Laurus Labs and Lenskart Solutions to its India Domestic Index, … Read more
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju slammed the Opposition for ‘running away from discussions’ during the Monsoon Session. He highlighted that while 12 bills were passed, productivity was low, with only 19% in Lok Sabha and 39% in Rajya Sabha. Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs Kiren Rijiju on Thursday accused the Opposition of “running away from discussions”, … Read more
A Parliamentary panel backed government steps on IBC but raised alarms over a massive gap in fund recovery. It highlighted that only Rs 7,500 crore was recovered from avoidance transactions valued at Rs 3.76 lakh crore, urging stronger action. A Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance has backed steps taken by the government to strengthen recovery … Read more
The 107-year-old Central Secretariat Club faces eviction after its recognition was revoked by DoPT. The club has challenged the move in the Delhi High Court, which has issued a notice to the Centre, listing the matter for August 24. Club Challenges Orders in High Court The 107-year-old Central Secretariat Club in New Delhi is facing … Read more
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut slammed the Opposition for disrupting Parliament, questioning Rahul Gandhi’s stance of demanding answers from the Home Ministry on student protests while refusing to allow a discussion or let the minister speak in the House. BJP MP Kangana Ranaut on Thursday criticised the Opposition over its continued protest in Parliament, accusing Leader … Read more
The price of Nvidia’s 5-year credit default swaps peaked last month and is currently trading around that level. Nvidia’s chip-and-investment deals with AI companies have fueled concerns that such arrangements may be artificially boosting chip demand and valuations across the sector. Nvidia is working with Apollo, BlackRock, Blackstone, Brookfield, Goldman Sachs and KKR to mobilize … Read more
Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary visited Gopalganj on Wednesday for the first time since assuming office. He received a warm welcome from Bharatiya Janata Party workers and local residents. During his visit, Choudhary first offered prayers at the famous Thawe Durga Temple and sought blessings from Goddess Thawe Bhawani. He performed special puja rituals amid … Read more