Federal Reserve cuts interest rates by a quarter point
The Federal Reserve approved its second consecutive interest rate cut Thursday.
The Federal Reserve approved its second consecutive interest rate cut Thursday.
Two village defense guards were tragically killed in Kishtwar, Jammu, by the Kashmir Tigers, a group linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed. The group claimed responsibility and threatened others who support security forces. This incident follows a series of terrorist attacks and heightened security operations in Jammu and Kashmir, highlighting the volatile situation in the region.
Chaos erupted in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly as BJP and National Conference MLAs clashed over a resolution demanding the restoration of Article 370. The speaker evicted BJP members for disrupting the proceedings, leading to physical altercations with marshals. BJP termed the resolution a futile attempt, while other parties criticized their stance and the disruption.
The BJP has condemned a resolution passed by the INDIA alliance in the Jammu and Kashmir assembly to restore the region’s special status. BJP leader Smriti Irani called the resolution an attempt to “wage war against the Indian constitution” and accused the alliance of supporting terrorists and separatists. Irani asserted that the BJP would not…
Following a controversial social media post in Chittagong, Bangladesh, clashes erupted between the Hindu community and law enforcement, resulting in property damage. India has called upon the interim government in Dhaka to take decisive action against extremist elements and ensure the safety of Hindus in the country.
The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) is investigating the disappearance of 25 tigers from Ranthambore Tiger Reserve in Rajasthan. While the state forest department claims to have found evidence of 10 tigers, concerns remain about poaching and retaliatory killings. Overcrowding in the reserve is also a concern, as tigers are moving closer to human settlements.
The Kerala High Court ruled that media freedom is not absolute and must be exercised within constitutional boundaries. The court emphasized that while reporting on criminal cases, the media must respect the separation of powers and refrain from declaring guilt or innocence before a judicial verdict.
The Delhi High Court dismissed a petition challenging the import ban on Salman Rushdie’s “The Satanic Verses.” The court deemed the petition ‘infructuous’ as authorities couldn’t locate the 1988 notification imposing the ban. The bench concluded that without the notification, its validity couldn’t be assessed.
The Supreme Court has mandated that all trial courts must provide compensation to survivors of sexual assault and acid attack cases, regardless of the accused’s conviction or acquittal. This directive aims to ensure that victims receive financial support and that the victim compensation scheme outlined in Indian law is effectively implemented.
The Supreme Court ruled that eligibility criteria for government jobs cannot be changed after advertising vacancies. The court emphasized that transparency and non-discrimination are crucial in public recruitment, and any changes must be justified and adhere to Article 14 of the Constitution.