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NEW DELHI: The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Wednesday arrested Delhi Chief Minister and AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal in connection with the excise policy scam case. The arrest was made following an order from Special Judge Amitabh Rawat at Rouse Avenue, allowing the CBI to formalise its action in the alleged excise scam. The probe agency had interrogated Kejriwal inside Tihar Jail on Tuesday evening. The CBI’s application for arrest came after Kejriwal was brought before the court from Tihar Central Jail on Wednesday. The AAP’s chief arrest also coincides with the Supreme Court’s scheduled hearing of Kejriwal’s plea…

New Delhi,: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday emphasised on the “common interest” in “stabilisation and progress” in India-China relations during a meeting with Chinese ambassador Xu Feihong, amid the lingering border row in eastern Ladakh. Jaishankar also separately met envoys of New Zealand, Kuwait and Sri Lanka. “Received Ambassador of China Xu Feihong this evening. Discussed our bilateral relationship and our common interest in its stabilization and progress. Wished him a successful tenure,” the external affairs minister said on ‘X’. The external affairs minister has consistently been maintaining that India’s ties with China cannot be normal unless there…

New Delhi: Three-time BJP MP Om Birla was elected Lok Sabha Speaker for the second time in a row today after the NDA candidate won the election by a voice vote. The election also saw a moment of rare bonhomie between the treasury and Opposition benches as Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi walked up to Mr Birla to congratulated him and also shook hands with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. As the House applauded Mr Birla on his election, the Prime Minister, the Leader of the Opposition and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju escorted him to the Speaker’s chair. This…

Goemkarponn desk Margao: Ravindra Bhavan, Margao has announced the Inauguration of the Film Club on Sunday 30th June 2024. What about much-needed Music, Dance & Theatre Classes at Ravindra Bhavan, Margao? Is there a conflict of interest? Are attempts being made to safeguard the interest of any Private Institution? questioned South Goa Member of Parliament Capt. Viriato Fernandes. Reacting to the announcement made by Ravindra Bhavan on starting the Film Club, South Goa MP Capt. Viriato Fernandes has urged that Ravindra Bhavan should first focus on setting up their own house in order and stop interfering in the activities of…

New Delhi: India has advised its citizens in Kenya to exercise utmost caution and restrict non-essential movement amid violent protests in the East African nation against the government’s proposed tax hikes. “In view of the prevailing tense situation, all Indians in Kenya are advised to exercise utmost caution, restrict non-essential movement and avoid the areas affected by the protests and violence till the situation clears up,” the Indian consulate in Kenya said in an advisory posted on social media platform X. “Please follow local news and Mission’s website and social media handles for updates,” it added. At least five protestors…

Goemkarponn desk PANAJI: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant today said that his government is working hand in hand to eradicate the illicit drug trade to protect our youth and future generations “Goa Govt is working tirelessly to raise awareness about the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of prevention. Let us work hand in hand to eradicate the illicit drug trade to protect our youth and future generations and make Goa a Drug-Free State,” said Sawant. He further said that International Day against Drug Abuse & Illicit Trafficking is dedicated to raising awareness about the devastating impact of drug abuse and…

”I will not dignify these remarks with any response, just to save the valuable time of this august body,” Minister in India’s Permanent Mission to the UN Pratik Mathur said INDIA: India has slammed Pakistan for its “baseless and deceitful narratives” as Islamabad’s envoy here made references to Kashmir in the UN General Assembly. “Earlier in the day, one delegation misused this forum to spread baseless and deceitful narratives, which is not a surprise,” Minister in India’s Permanent Mission to the UN Pratik Mathur said on Tuesday. ”I will not dignify these remarks with any response, just to save the…