Latest news today (July 17): Presenting FE’s Breaking News today. We will keep you updated on al major news, views and much more through the day.
Intel agencies seek reports from SSB, UP Police on Seema Haider
Central Intelligence Agencies have sought a report from Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) and Uttar Pradesh Police on Seema Haider who recently travelled from Pakistan & through Nepal to reach Noida. (ANI)
“Water level of Yamuna slightly rising”: Atishi
Delhi Minister Atishi advised the people living in the relief camps to not return to their flood-affected homes as there was a “slight rise” in the water level of the river after Haryana had received some rainfall. She said that it is only safe to return after the water level comes down below the danger mark.
Delhi gov declares 920 acres in Kanjhawala as industrial area
The Delhi government has approved a notification to declare 920 acres of land in Kanjhawala as an industrial area in an attempt to grow industries and increase the number of employment opportunities.
Tirupati Infraprojects CMD sent to judicial custody in bank fraud case
The Delhi court has sent the Chief Managing Director, Jag Mohan Garg, to two-week judicial custody in a bank fraud case of Rs 289.15 crore. Special Judge Sunena Sharma sent the accused to jail till July 31 after CBI seeked his judicial custody through an application on the ground that he may tamper with the evidence and influence the witnesses relevant in the case.
India contributes USD 1,000,000 to promote Hindi at United Nations
As a part of the initiative to promote the usage of Hindi language at the global organisation, India has contributed USD 1,000,000 to the United Nations. India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ruchira Kamboj handed over a cheque to Melissa Fleming, Under Secretary General of the United Nations Department of Global Communications towards the promotion of Hindi language at the UN.
PNGRB rejects Adani’s application for Noida city gas license
Oil regulator Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board has rejected Adani Total Gas Ltd’s application for a licence to retail CNG to automobiles and piped gas to household kitchens in Noida on the grounds that it does not meet criteria. PNGRB said that Adani Total Gas Ltd does not fulfill the requirements of law and therefore rejected the application.
ED raids TN Minister & his son
The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at the premises of DMK leader and Tamil Nadu Minister K Ponmudy and his MP son Gautham Sigamani in a money laundering case linked to alleged illegal sand mining. The agency recovered around Rs 70 lakh cash and some pounds from the premises of the minister, sources said. DMK calls it an act of vendetta.
Skin allergies and conjunctivitis in relief camps
Cases of skin allergy and conjunctivitis are being reported from relief camps housing people affected by the flooding in parts of Delhi. City Health Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj visited the relief camps and has asked all city government departments to monitor the situation. There has also been a rise in dengue cases in areas that were waterlogged.
Zee replaces CEO Puneet Goenka with ‘interim’ committee month after SEBI’s order: Report
Puneet Goenka, the CEO and Managing Director of the Zee Entertainment Enterprises, has been replaced with a panel of senior officials, the company announced on Monday. According to a CNBC-TV18 report, the Zee board took the decision a month after market regulator SEBI said that Puneet Goenka and Subhash Chandra can’t hold any crucial managerial posts in the company. According to CNBC-TV18, Zee said in a statement that since the order barred Goenka and Chandra from key posts, an interim committee has been formed for smooth company operations.
Ministers arrive in Bengaluru for joint opposition meet
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Congress Parliamentary Party Chairperson Sonia Gandhi arrive in Bengaluru for the joint opposition meeting which is to be attended by 26 like-minded parties.
Supreme Court to refer Delhi government’s plea to Constitution bench
The Supreme Court has indicated that it may refer to the Constitution bench a plea of Delhi government challenging the constitutional validity of the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi Ordinance related to the control over bureaucrats, which was issued by the Centre. The matter is posted for July 20.
Typhoon Talim update
Talim continued to gain power after strengthening into a typhoon early on Monday and is set to be the first to make landfall in China this year, prompting authorities to cancel flights, suspend high-speed trains and order people to stay at home. The China Meteorological Administration said the typhoon was expected to increase in intensity to become “severe” by the time it makes landfall at night along the southern coast between Guangdong and Hainan. (Reuters)
Seema Haider, husband Sachin missing from Greater Noida home
Pakistani national Seema Ghulam Haider, who hit the headlines for her viral PUBG love story, has gone missing from her Greater Noida home. Along with Haider, Sachin Meena, her Indian husband, is also reportedly missing. (READ MORE)
Sheela Foam to acquire Kurlon Enterprise in on go: Money Control
In a major upheaval in India’s mattress market, a Money Control report says that Sheela Foam is set to buy rival Kurlon Enterprise for Rs 2,150 crore. According to the MC report, Sheela Foam, known for the brand Sleepwell, will acquire its rival company in one go. If the takeover materialises, Sheela Foam will increase its market share to 40 per cent.
Pakistan to outsource Islamabad International Airport ops?
Pakistan, which has been battling severe economic crisis, may outsource the operations of the Islamabad International Airport. According to a report published in prominent Pakistani daily ‘Dawn’, the embattled Shehbaz Sharif government is likely to take the decision in this regard as early as next month. Pakistani finance minister Ishaq Dar has reportedly told all the stakeholders to iron out all differences and come to an agreement by August 12. (READ MORE)
GDP expands 6.3% y/y in Q2 due to low base effects
China’s economy grew at a frail pace in the second quarter as demand weakens at home and abroad, with the post-COVID momentum faltering rapidly and raising pressure on policymakers to deliver more stimulus to shore up activity. Chinese authorities face a daunting task in trying to keep the economic recovery on track and putting a lid on unemployment, as any aggressive stimulus could fuel debt risks and structural distortions. (Reuters)
Traffic stopped on Crimean Bridge, two dead
The Crimea Bridge, a key supply line for Russian troops in Ukraine, was damaged in an “emergency” situation which killed two people and injured a child, Russian officials said on Monday, while Ukrainian media reported blasts on the bridge. Traffic was stopped from using the Russian-built bridge linking Russia to Crimea, which Moscow seized in 2014, said Russian officials. Reuters video showed no traffic on the bridge. (Reuters)
Trouble in Tehran, again!
Almost a year after Mahsa Amini’s death in police custody in Tehran, latest reports from Iran say that the country’s morality police will resume the headscarf patrols. A BBC report says that the cops will once again patrol the street of Tehran and elsewhere to ensure that women are adhering to the ‘dress codes’ and covering their hair while they are out in public.
3 J&K govt staff sacked
Jammu and Kashmir government has terminated three employees from the services for actively working with Pakistani terror outfits and providing logistics to terrorists, propagating terrorist ideology, raising terror finances and furthering secessionist agenda. (ANI)
Congress to chair Bengaluru meet today
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is on his way to Bengaluru to take part in the Bengaluru conclave of the Opposition parties. Karnataka dy-CM DK Shivakumar is in-charge of all the arrangements for the 2-day meeting. The summit is will be held at a 5-star hotel in Karnataka’s capital city. KC Venugopal and Jairam Ramesh will address a presser.
Mega Opposition meet
All major non-BJP political parties are meeting in Bengaluru to work out on the 2024 strategy today. There were some speculations that NCP chief Sharad Pawar may give it a miss. However, party spokesperson Mahesh Tapase ended the suspense and confirmed that Pawar and daughter Supriya will attend the meeting tomorrow. Leaders of 24 parties will be attending the meet that starts today.
Cloud burst in Kullu
Even as North India struggles to return to normalcy, an incident of cloud burst was reported from a Kullu village on Monday. According to news agency ANI, one person died and three others were injured after a cloud burst in Kias village of Kullu. Th development was confirmed by DSP Headquarter Rajesh Thakur. Nine vehicles were also damaged in this rain-related incident.
Photography banned inside Kedarnath Temple
Days after numerous videos and Instagram ‘reels’ went viral from Kedarnath Temple, Shri Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee has decided to ban any kind of photography and videography inside the Kedarnath Temple premises. The committee says that anyone caught violating the ban will have to face legal action. Several boards with the warning have been put in and around the temple.
Vande Bharat fire
A minor fire was reported from a coach of Vande Bharat train at a station in Madhya Pradesh today. The Indian Railways says that the battery box inside one of the coaches had caught fire at Kurwai Kethora railway station. The blaze was doused quickly. The railway officials say that all passengers are safe and no injury has been reported. The officials say that after the inspection, the train will resume its onward journey. (READ MORE)