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New Delhi: In a recent development that has ignited widespread controversy, a US military aircraft carrying 104 Indian deportees landed in Amritsar, Punjab, on February 5, 2025. This event has highlighted the long-standing issue of Indian nationals being deported from the United States, with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar revealing that a total of 15,756 Indian immigrants have been deported since 2009. The deportation has triggered a fierce response from Indian opposition MPs, who have criticized the government for its handling of the issue. Many of the deportees, hailing from Haryana, Gujarat, and Punjab, endured harsh conditions during their transportation,…

New Delhi: In a dramatic turn of events ahead of the Delhi Assembly poll results, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) chief Arvind Kejriwal has accused the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of attempting to poach AAP candidates with lucrative offers. Kejriwal alleged that 16 AAP candidates received calls offering them Rs 15 crore and ministerial positions to switch sides, a claim that has sparked a fierce backlash from the BJP. The allegations surfaced just a day before the counting of votes for the Delhi Assembly elections, scheduled for February 8. Kejriwal’s accusations have ignited a heated exchange between the two parties, with…

Thursday’s events in the Goa legislative assembly have highlighted the delicate relationship between the governor’s office and the state’s opposition parties. Following the commencement of the assembly session, opposition legislators chose to walk out as Governor P S Sreedharan Pillai began his address. This act of dissent was primarily a response to the government’s decision to limit the winter session to just two days, raising concerns about transparency and governance. However, the walkout raises an essential question: is it reasonable to anticipate that a governor would publicly criticize the government he represents? Historically, this has not been the norm in…

Mumbai: RBI Makes Historic Rate Cut to Revitalize Economy In a significant move to bolster the Indian economy, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced a 25 basis point cut in the repo rate, marking the first such reduction in nearly five years. This decision, made by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) under the new governance of RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra, aims to address both global and domestic economic challenges. Main Body Section The MPC, comprising three RBI members and three external members, unanimously voted to lower the repo rate from 6.5% to 6.25%. This rate cut is the…

Benaulim: Fitness enthusiasts, adventure seekers, and cycling/running lovers, get ready! Vorrad 5.0, the much-anticipated cycling and running event, is set to take place on 9th March 2025 at Benaulim Beach parking. This annual event promises an exciting challenge, breathtaking coastal views, and a vibrant community of athletes and outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclist, a dedicated runner, or a beginner looking to push your limits, Vorrad 5.0 has something for everyone. Participants will have the opportunity to test their endurance in cycling and running categories (60 kms cycling and easy 2.5 or 6 kms beach run), all while experiencing…

Team Goemkarponn PONDA: In the well-known cash-for-jobs fraud, the Ponda Police have filed their first chargesheet, identifying Sunita Sawant, her collaborator, suspended constable Sagar Naik, and the scam’s mastermind Deepashri Sawant. The 600-page chargesheet describes a recovery of Rs 10 lakh and names nine witnesses. The case started when Trupti Prabhu filed a complaint, alleging that Naik had defrauded her of Rs 15 lakh by promising her a teaching position at Marcel School. Sunita and Deepashri were eventually arrested as a result of the investigation. The accused’s bank accounts and automobiles have been seized by the authorities. Although this is…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: On the grounds that Madhav Sahakari was disqualified by the Registrar of Co-operative Societies (RCS) from serving on the board of directors of the Goa State Co-operative Milk Producers Union Ltd (Goa Dairy), the High Court of Bombay, Goa, on Thursday overturned the order disqualifying him as a director of the Kapila Sahakari Dudh Utpadak Vyavasayik Saunstha Maryadit, Curti-Ponda. On the grounds that the RCS had disqualified him from serving as a director of the Goa Dairy, Sahakari had filed a writ petition contesting the order dated January 28, 2025, issued by the Assistant RCS, ordering the…