Author: CH.Sreevidya

The indictment, the Questions of What and Why? The Adani Group Chairman, Gautam Adani, along with his nephew Sagar Adani and six others, were charged by US prosecutors in New York on Wednesday (November 20) with an alleged Rs 2,029 crore bribery case. The charges suggest that bribes were allegedly paid to Indian government officials to secure lucrative contracts for solar energy supplies to state electricity distribution companies. The indictment details schemes to funnel over $250 million in bribes to government officials, to deceive investors and banks into financing billions of dollars worth of projects, and to obstruct legal proceedings.…

The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, has declared ‘The Sabarmati Report’ exempt from state taxes. CM Yogi and his team watched the film together on Thursday. Why Tax Exemption? This decision is in line with similar tax exemptions granted in other states ruled by the BJP, where the film was also made without taxes. Following the movie, CM Yogi highlighted the need for a wider audience to understand the film’s perspective on the truth behind the incident. In a commendation, the UP Chief Minister expressed his appreciation for the film’s creators, stating, “I extend my congratulations to the…

Concerns of DMK In Chennai, a top-tier assembly meeting of the governing Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) took place at its central office, where it strongly denounced the federal government’s decision to enforce Hindi on states that do not speak it. In a forceful declaration, the party also criticized the central government for its delay in conducting a census based on caste. The DMK further urged the central government and Prime Minister Narendra Modi to step in and address the crisis in Manipur, rather than remaining passive observers. The party highlighted the importance of ensuring the safety of all individuals affected…

The majority of exit polls are indicating a significant defeat for the Maha Aghadi Vikas (MVA) and a decisive victory for the Mahayuti coalition in Maharashtra. At the same time, the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) is expected to remove the current ruling Indian National Congress (INC) group from power in Jharkhand, based on the results of the majority of the exit polls announced on Wednesday. However, Axis My India believes that the JMM and its allies from the INC bloc are likely to maintain control in Jharkhand. Initial results suggest a clear win for the Mahayuti coalition in Maharashtra.…

Caught in a thick cloud of smog, the air pollution crisis in Delhi has emerged as a key concern at the COP29 climate summit in Baku, Azerbaijan. As Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) climbed above 500 and reached dangerous levels, the situation has captured worldwide attention, spotlighting the public health crisis that is unfolding in the heart of India. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has initiated Stage-IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), implementing stringent measures such as a ban on truck entry and halting construction at public projects. However, these local steps seem inadequate for a…

Just two days after stepping down from the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), former Delhi cabinet minister Kailash Gahlot revealed on Tuesday that he found the strength to leave the party, noting that numerous others share his sentiments but lack the bravery to act. “It’s not something that happens instantly. It requires time to grasp certain concepts. I’m emphasizing this point again: we are bound by certain values and principles. If we observe a weakening of these, I believe I had the courage to depart. There are many others like me who are unable to summon the courage. I believe they…

India on Monday outlined its expectations for climate action over the next six years during the yearly high-level ministerial meeting focused on pre-2030 goals. Among its main expectations is “mutual trust” among all parties involved. India IN its declaration, stated that the trust develops on the availability of increased financial resources, technology transfer, capacity-building, and the existence of market-based mechanisms. The 2024 report on Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) does not paint a completely negative outlook, Leena Nandan, the secretary of the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change and a member of India’s delegation, noted. She explained that, by 2030,…

The Indian government has announced the addition of 50 more companies from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Border Security Force (BSF) to Manipur. This increase, which involves over 5,000 personnel, is in response to a new wave of ethnic violence that began in Jiribam district and has since spread to other regions. This marks the second deployment of troops following recent disturbances in the state. The situation escalated after six Meitei individuals were allegedly kidnapped by Kuki militants. This occurred following a clash in which the CRPF killed 11 suspected Kuki militants. In response, Union Home Minister Amit…

The leadership of the Conrad Sangma-led National People’s Party has pulled its backingfrom the Manipur coalition government on Sunday due to ongoing violence in the region. Theconflict, which is an inter-communal battle between the Meitei and Kuki communities, has ledto at least 250 fatalities and forced the displacement of approximately 60,000 individualssince the start of 2023. A letter sent to the leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party, Chief Justice JP Nadda, expressed”serious concerns” regarding the law and order situation in Manipur and criticized the BirenSingh administration for its failure to address the crisis effectively. Congrad Sangma said that, they firmly…

The Home Minister Amit Shah convened a meeting with top officials in Delhi on Sunday, following the intensifying crisis in Manipur – a recent trigger being the recovery of six individuals believed to have been abducted by rebel groups. Mr. Shah called the meeting shortly after his return from Maharashtra, where he had to cancel his election campaign events. The primary focus of the meeting was to assess the security situation in Manipur, according to sources. Additionally, a subsequent gathering with high-ranking officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs is set for tomorrow. Manipur Government In a further development, the…