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Yamuna water level breaches the warning mark
Delhi is lashed with continuous heavy rains which have increased the water level of Yamuna. Subsequently, the Haryana government also released more water into the river from the Hathnikund barrage. Yamuna has breached the danger mark but there is no flood threat, said CM Kejriwal, reports PTI. Evacuation of people from Yamuna floodplains have been started from the districts through which the river crosses in Delhi. CM Kejriwal has said that his government is prepared to deal with the situation and relief camps have been set-up, if need arises.
Schools to remain shut, amidst heavy rainfall in Delhi
Holiday declared for students of classes Nursery to fifth in all govt and govt-aided schools under the Directorate of Education in Delhi, ANI reports. Waterlogging in several parts of the city has caused massive traffic jams and congestion.
Defence Ministry approves plan to buy 26 Rafales, 3 Scorpene Submarines from France
In a major development, the Defence Ministry has given an initial nod to the plans of buying 26 Rafale fighter aircraft and three Scorpene class conventional submarines from France, ANI reports. The defence forces had submitted proposals to the Defence Ministry and now will be taken up the Defence Acquisition Council for discussion. Once accorded Acceptance of Necessity by the DAC, they are expected to be announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France this week.
“Unprecedented era of peace & progress after abrogating Article 370”, Centre to SC
In an attempt to defend the abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution, the Centre told the Supreme Court that the entire region of Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed an “unprecedented” era of peace, progress and prosperity, with street violence, orchestrated by terrorists and secessionist networks, becoming “a thing of the past.”, reports PTI. Centre has filed an affidavit which will be taken up on Tuesday while Chief Justice DY Chandrachud is scheduled to hear a batch of petitions challenging the abrogation of Article 370 .
Anti-terrorism court summons Imran Khan
Former Pak PM, Imran Khan has been summoned by the anti-terrorism court in reation to the various terror cases registered against him, reports ANI. He has been summoned to join the investigation of the cases against him and other PTI leaders in Islamabad
Foxconn exits Vedanta JV; India’s semiconductor goals unaffected: Chandrasekhar
In the latest development in Foxconn-Vedanta JV withdrawal, minister of state for electronics and IT Rajeev Chnadrasekhar says it has no impact on India’s semiconductor fabrication plant goal (PTI). Earlier today, Foxconn had announced its withdrawal from the semiconductor joint venture with conglomerate Vedanta
Bali-style resort in Alibaug by Pushpam Group, ties with Tripvillas
A leading real estate player in India with a focus on resort homes is set to tie-up with Tripvillas for its Balibaug resort at Alibaug (ANI). The bali-style resort is situated on the Konkan coastal town of Alibaug which is known for its pristine beaches. Pushpam Group is eyeing sales revenue of Rs35 crore from the project.
Police arrests a man in Ratan Lal murder case
Police have arrested a man near the Myanmar-India border over his alleged involvement in the murder of head constable Ratan Lal during the 2020 northeast Delhi riots. (PTI). The northeast Delhi riots resulted in death of more than 50 people and more than 200 were injured.
CBI nabs Tirupati Infra-projects Pvt Ltd Chairman in bank-fraud case
The CBI has arrested Jag Mohan Garg, the chairman and MD of Tirupati Infra-projects Pvt Ltd in a bank-fraud case that involves an amount of Rs. 289.15 crore, reports PTI. The CBI had registered an FIR against the company on May 25, 2022 for allegedly causing a loss to the tune of Rs 289.15 crore to a consortium of banks comprising the Bank of India, the Union Bank of India, the Canara Bank, the Bank of Baroda and the UCO Bank by illegally diverting loan funds, the officials said.
India tops China as most attractive emerging market: Invesco Report
India has overtaken China as the most attractive emerging market for investing for sovereign wealth funds in 2023 due to its solid demographics, political stability and proactive regulation, PTI reports. As per the Invesco report, India is a better story now in terms of business and political stability.
Vladimir Putin did meet Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin, says Kremlin
It’s official! Russian President Vladimir Putin did meet Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin along with his commanders and discussed Moscow mutiny, Kremlin confirmed today. It was French newspaper Liberation which first reported that Putin had met Prigozhin and the head of the National Guard, Viktor Zolotov, and SVR Foreign Intelligence boss Sergei Naryshkin. (ALSO READ)
UP BJP minority cell: UCC crucial for democracy, AILMPLB opposes uninformed
The BJP Minority Morcha’s Uttar Pradesh unit president Kunwar Basit Ali claimed that the All India Muslim Personal Law Board was opposing a Uniform Civil Code without understanding it. (PTI). “The purpose of UCC is not to interfere in anyone’s religious freedom or method of worship but it is to strengthen democracy”, Basil Ali asserts after AILMPLB sent its objections on the Uniform Civil Code to the Law Commission. Meanwhile, Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind holds a meeting in Mumbra to oppose UCC. (PTI)
India records lowest Covid cases since February 2020
Latest data by the Union Health Ministry says that India recorded lowest number of Covid cases since February 2020. According to the same report, the total death toll stands at 5,31,913 so far. While total Covid cases recorded has been more than 4 crore (4,49,94,599) and recovery rate being 98.81 percent.
PM Modi takes stock of downpour situation
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday spoke with ministers and officials to take stock of the situation in the wake of excessive rainfall in parts of India. (ANI) “Local administrations , NDRF adn SDRF teams are working to ensure the well-being of those affected,” tweeted the PMO.
Rajnath Singh holds talks with Malaysian PM
Singh arrived in Kuala Lumpur on Sunday on a three-day visit and held talks on Monday with the Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim and his Malaysian counterpart Mohamad Hasan to discuss ways for deepening bilateral ties. (PTI)
Vadilal sale soon?
Bain Capital, the US private investment firm, is reportedly negotiating the deal of buying Vadilal, the well-known ice-cream maker. the pvt investment firms is also looking for controlling stakes in Vadilal Enterprises. The development was reported by CNBC-TV18 on Monday. According to the report, Bain Capital wants to merge both Vadilal companies as one corporate entity. For the deal, valuation of Vadilal stands at $363.11 million, the CNBC-TV18 report further said.
Total 19 arrests in GST related multi-crore scam, 3 more held
The Noida Police has arrested three more people related to the multi-crore GST scam which has resulted in loss of revenue to the government, says a PTI report. The officials said that the total number of arrests in the case are 19 so far
Supreme Court agrees to list Manish Sisodia’s bail plea on July 14 in connection with liquor policy case
The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to list on July 14, the bail plea of Manish Sisodia in connection with the liquor policy irregularities case. A bench headed by Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud agreed to list the Sisodia plea on July 14. Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, appearing for Sisodia and said that his wife is not well and sought an urgent listing. Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia has moved the Supreme Court for bail in CBI and ED cases related to alleged irregularities in the Delhi Excise Policy case. He has challenged Delhi HC’s order rejecting his bail plea. (ANI)
Man kills 6 people in Kindergarten school in China
An unidentified man with a knife killed 6 people and injured one in a Kindergarten school of southeastern China as per the police reports and local news, Dafeng News states. The attack took place in the early morning of Monday in Lianjiang, a city in Guangdong province. One of the victims was a teacher. No other information is revealed as investigation is undergoing.
Setback for ZEE’s Subhash Chandra and Puneet Goenka
In a major setback for ZEE’s Subhash Chandra and Puneet Goenka, the Securities Appellate Tribunal on Monday refused to grant interim stay on SEBI’s order against them. The market watchdog has banned both Chandra and Goenka form holding any board position in any public-listed company. Latest reports suggest that the duo is likely to move the Supreme Court against SAT order.
Japan’s Nikkei falls for fifth straight day as yen, Wall Street weigh
Japan’s Nikkei share average slumped to a fifth straight losing session on Monday – its longest streak this year – weighed down by a stronger yen and weakness on Wall Street last week. The Nikkei slid 0.61% to close at 32,189.73, in a volatile session that saw the index rise as much as 0.53% in the morning and then drop 1% in the afternoon. The index has retreated 4.63% since closing at a 33-year peak of 33,753.33 a week earlier. Of the Nikkei’s 225 components, 150 fell, while 73 advanced and two were flat. (Reuters)
Will transfer SSLV to industry: ISRO chairman
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Monday announced that it will transfer its Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) to the private sector amid growing demand for small satellites. The SSLV, which has had two development flights, seeks to provide on-demand services to put satellites weighing up to 500 kg in a low-earth orbit. “We have built our own SSLV which will be transferred to the industry and produced in large numbers to meet the growing demand,” ISRO chairman S Somanath said at the inauguration ceremony of the India Space Congress organised by SIA India. (PTI)
Yamuna in Delhi likely to cross danger mark around 11 am Tuesday: Minister Atishi
The Yamuna in Delhi is likely to cross the danger mark around 11 am on Tuesday as a large quantity of water is being discharged into the upper reaches of the river, Delhi minister Atishi said on Monday. The Public Works Department minister, who inspected the preparedness for evacuation and relief work, said water is rushing in the Yamuna towards Delhi very fast due to very heavy rainfall in north Indian states. (PTI)
Supreme Court extends interim bail to AAP leader Satyendar Jain
The Supreme Court on Monday extended till July 24 the interim bail granted to former Delhi minister Satyendar Jain on medical grounds in a money laundering case being probed by the Enforcement Directorate. A bench of justices A S Bopanna and M M Sundresh directed senior advocate Abhishek Singhvi, appearing for Jain, to submit the medical reports to Additional Solicitor General S V Raju. During the brief hearing, Singhvi submitted that three hospitals have recommended surgery for Jain.
The top court had also given Jain to choose any hospital of his choice for his medical treatment. The top court had made it clear that interim bail is considered on medical conditions. Satyendra Jain has moved the top court seeking bail in money laundering case. He has challenged Delhi High Court order dismissing his bail plea in the money laundering case against him. Satyendra Jain lawyer had told the top court that he has lost 35 kg and turned skeleton due to this. (ANI)
Shah Rukh Khan’s much-awaited Jawan teaser OUT!
King Khan is back in action and how! The winning combo of Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone (in special appearance) that enthralled the audience with ‘Pathaan’ is coming back together for another action triller. The teaser of the movie – Jawan- has been released. Starring SRK in titular role, it will also see Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupati. The movie is slated to hit the big screen on September 7 later this year. The movie will be released in Hindi, Telugu and Tamil.
1 dead in ‘life threatening’ New York flood
New York is experiencing extreme rainfall, which sparked a heavy flood in Hudson’s Valley that claimed a life. The roads remain closed due to heavy rainfalls in southeastern New York. The National Weather Service issued an orange alert as it describes ‘life threatening’. People are instructed to “remain indoors in a safe location” until the heavy rainfall ends.
Landslide alert in Los Angeles after ‘major ground shift’
As many as 12 homes have been evacuated over the weekend after officials noticed a major ground shift in the Los Angeles-area city. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors inspected the area – Rolling Hills Estates – while the ground was moving. Evacuated homes were at risk of falling into a nearby canyon “sooner than later,” an official was quoted as saying. Earlier this year, landslides had disrupted rail service in San Clemente, another Southern California city.
Syria revokes BBC Arabic for spreading ‘Fake news’
Syria’s Ministry of Information cancels the British Broadcasting Channel (BBC) in the country. The release of an investigative documentary on an addictive drug named Captagon amphetamine pills and its connection with multibillion-dollar industry and the Syrian army as well as members of President Bashar Assad’s family has ignited the revoke. AP report says, the ministry accuses BBC Arabic for spreading ‘Fake news’ and making money out of a torn country.
6 go missing in Japan rains
Japan is witnessing heavy rain in southern parts including Kyushu and Chugoku. According to the Fire and Disaster Management Agency of Japan, the continuous rain has led to floods and mudslides in the southern part, resulting in the disappearance of 6 people.
SVB Financial sues US FDIC to recover $1.9 billion- FT
SVB Financial Group, which formerly owned bankrupt Silicon Valley Bank, has sued the U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation in a bid to recover $1.9 billion in cash the regulator has kept since it took over the group’s banking subsidiary in March, the Financial Times reported late on Sunday. (Reuters)
Red Alert for Uttarakhand and Himachal
More rain is expected today in the hill states of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand. The weather department has issued red alert for these states today. For plain areas of Delhi and Uttar Pradesh, flood alert has been issued. IMD says that there is a forecast of flashfloods and landslide in hilly areas. More than 20 people have lost their lives in separate rain-related incidents across North India.