Home minister Amit Shah said the decision made by Prime Minister Narendra
Modi is intended to honour
the spirit of millions who struggled to revive democracy.
The BJP-led Central government on Friday declared that June 25 will be observed as the Samvidhaan
Hatya Diwas to mark the imposition of the Emergency.
The Indira Gandhi-led Congress
government
imposed the Emergency on June 25, 1975, leading to the suspension of most of the civil rights for
over two years.
With the "billionaire tax" issue being discussed by G20 countries, the Congress has questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi's position on the matter and India's stance at the upcoming G20 meet. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman address a meeting with economists ahead of the Union budget which will be presented on July 23, in New Delhi on Thursday. (ANI)(HT_PRINT) Prime Minister Narendra Modi and finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman address a meeting with economists ahead of the Union budget which will be presented on July 23, in New Delhi on Thursday. (ANI)(HT_PRINT) Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh said that there is a global consensus that billionaires should pay their fair share of taxes.
The angst among Democrats over President Biden’s debate performance is intensifying, with some party members voicing concern about his candidacy and some others urging him to withdraw. At least a half-dozen top House Democrats have also reportedly told colleagues privately that Mr. Biden should end his candidacy. A growing number of donors and business leaders have added to the pressure by calling on Mr. Biden to drop out, with some threatening to withhold dollars. The situation is threatening to divide the party ahead of its national convention next month in Chicago, where Mr. Biden is scheduled to accept the Democratic nomination. Here is what Democratic politicians have said so far.
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi on Friday asked his supporters and other detractors of former minister Smriti Irani to refrain from using derogatory language against her. In a post on X, the Congress leader said humiliating people is a sign of weakness, not strength. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi (File Photo) Congress leader Rahul Gandhi (File Photo) Smriti Irani lost the Lok Sabha elections in Amethi. She was defeated by Rahul Gandhi's loyalist, Kishori Lal Sharma, by a margin of over 1.5 lakh votes.
Gautam Gambhir has requested the BCCI to consider former South Africa pacer Morne Morkel as Team India's bowling coach, reported Cricbuzz on Thursday. Morkel is the latest to float after Vinay Kumar and Zaheer Khan. The BCCI was not too keen on roping in Vinay Kumar. According to media reports, discussions have taken place on Zaheer, but now Gambhir has shown his interest in Morkel, who was Pakistan's bowling coach during the ODI World Cup in India last year but ended his contract with PCB prematurely after the tournament ended.
Sonakshi was asked to confirm if there were gatecrashers at the bash, to which she said, “There were wedding crashers too here and there but I was too busy having a good time. I’m glad that they also had a good time (laughs). Every wedding be it big or small has people crashing them. Kuch log aa jaate hai khaana khaane (Some people come to eat) and I think that’s okay even though I’ve never crashed a wedding. but now Gambhir has shown his interest in Morkel, who was Pakistan's bowling coach during the ODI World Cup in India last year but ended his contract with PCB prematurely after the tournament ended.”
Days before Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding, Nita Ambani flew to Varanasi and tried local delicacies at a chaat shop. She loved the lip-smacking food and said that her husband Mukesh Ambani would have loved it, referring to the billionaire’s love for chaats. Apparently, the flavours were so good that Nita decided to bring a taste of Varanasi to her son’s wedding feast. Nita Ambani flew to Varanasi and tried local delicacies at a chaat shop. She loved the lip-smacking food and said that her husband Mukesh Ambani
Ex-Indian head coach Rahul Dravid won countless hearts after he refused to take the same prize money (Rs 5 crore) as the 15 players of the Indian squad that won the prestigious T20 World Cup 2024 title. The legendary cricketer made a request to the Board of Control for Cricket (BCCI) to divide the prize money equally among him and the coaching staff including batting coach Vikram Rathour, bowling coach Paras Mhambrey, and fielding coach T Dilip. All four will get Rs 2.5 crore INR. Now, as per reports, Indian captain Rohit Sharma has also decided to give up his INR 5 crore bonus prize money for support staff.
Kangana Ranaut's latest ethnic look in an exquisite lehenga is sure to win your heart. Celebrating her brother Varun Ranaut's wedding, Kangana stunned in an ethereal outfit that screams sartorial brilliance. The actor-turned-politician is a true fashionista at heart and consistently nails her style game. Whether it's her elegant sarees for Parliament sessions or traditional ethnic wear for family functions, she perfects every look effortlessly. Kangana is quite active on social media, and her glamorous Insta-diaries, filled with stylish looks, are a treasure trove of fashion inspiration for all her followers.
On Friday, Pritesh Chaudhari, Siddhant's maternal uncle, told news agency PTI, “Last Friday, Siddhant called up his mother Priti from the Park and told her that he has been in the Park for three days with six other Indian friends and is enjoying the trip. The actor-turned-politician is a true fashionista at heart and consistently nails her style game. Whether it's her elegant sarees for Parliament sessions or traditional ethnic wear for family functions, she perfects every look effortlessly.”
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Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) paid a record amount for Pat Cummins at the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) auction and then made him their captain for the season. The Australian didn't disappoint, leading SRH to the final while playing a stunningly aggressive brand of cricket. While Cummins had won the lot in 2023, leading Australia to the title in the World Test Championship final and the World Cup and retaining the Ashes in England, he couldn't get his hands on the IPL trophy as well with SRH losing to Kolkata Knight Riders in the final. Nitish Kuimar Reddy took three wickets in addition to scoring 303 runs at a strike rate of 142.92(Nitish Kumar Reddy Instagram) Nitish Kuimar Reddy took three wickets in addition to scoring 303 runs at a strike rate of 142.92(Nitish Kumar Reddy Instagram) Despite that, there is little doubt that Cummins will remain captain if he plays next season and all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy gave a lglimpse into how meticulous the Australian is. Reddy was an unknown quantity before what turned out to be his breakthrough season this year but Cummins said that he knew about the 21-year-old before arriving in Hyderabad.
There is no denying the fact that Jasprit Bumrah is a modern-day great; in not one but all three formats. Bumrah is one of the rare Indian cricketers whose place in all three Playing XIs is cemented. That he chooses to rest or be given a break is a different thing. But when available, Bumrah is a sure-shot guarantee to play and succeed. Off days are extremely rare for India's pacer spearhead and that he has become even more menacing than before since returning from a career-threatening back injury makes him all the more irreplaceable in the squad. Jasprit Bumrah's place is secured in India's all three formats.(PTI) Jasprit Bumrah's place is secured in India's all three formats.(PTI) Bumrah's plaudits have reached worldwide, including the other side of the border, with former Pakistan captain and PCB chairman Ramiz Raja singing his praises. Hailing Bumrah as a legend in all three formats, Ramiz touched upon the greatness of the India quick, explaining how he overcame all the odds to become the No. 1 bowler in the world.
Pakistan is all set to host the Champions Trophy in February 2025. The top seven ranked ODI teams, along with the host nation, will participate in the ICC tournament, which will return to international cricket after eight years. With BCCI setting its eye on yet another title haul after lifting the T20 World Cup last month, board secretary Jay Shah confirmed Rohit Sharma as the captain for the tournament last week. However, there is a possibility that India might not participate in the Champions Trophy altogether after expressing their unwillingness to travel to Pakistan. India's captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli during the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2024 final match against South Africa(BCCI- X) India's captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli during the ICC Mens T20 World Cup 2024 final match against South Africa(BCCI- X) The Champions Trophy will hold a significant position in the history of Indian cricket. Not only
Wrestler-turned-actor John was greeted with excitement as he arrived in Mumbai on Friday afternoon. Wearing a grey tee shirt, tan shorts, and a cap, he smiled as he spotted the paparazzi clicking him and yelling out his name. The desi paparazzi were back with their ‘Jhendaya’ antics (Who can forget the hilarity that ensued during the NMACC launch?), calling out for ‘John babu’ and ‘John kaka’. After thanking his posse, he waved at the photographers before getting into his car, adding to the buzz around the event.
Delhi's Rouse Avenue court extended the judicial custody of chief minister Arvind Kejriwal until July
25 in a case registered by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) against him in the excise
policy case.
The CBI has accused Kejriwal of being ‘one of the main conspirators’ in the irregularities linked to
the now-scrapped Delhi excise policy.
In its previous chargesheet, the CBI had
claimed that out of ₹100 crore kickbacks received by AAP, an amount of ₹44.45 crore was transferred
to Goa during June 2021 to January 2022 via ‘hawala channels’, and was used for AAP's assembly poll
campaign in the coastal state.
The Delhi BJP protested at the Secretariat on Friday against the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government’s “price hike” of electricity bills, alleging that AAP-supported discoms were charging consumers hefty amounts under the guise of power purchase adjustment charge (PPAC). BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva was also detained by Delhi Police during the protest on Friday.(X/@Virend_Sachdeva) BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva was also detained by Delhi Police during the protest on Friday.(X/@Virend_Sachdeva) Led by state BJP chief Virendra Sachdeva, the party's Delhi unit held a protest at Shahidi Park in ITO. In a post on X, the Delhi BJP said, “Foot march under the leadership of State President Mr Virendra Sachdeva to the Delhi Secretariat in protest against the increase in electricity prices by the Kejriwal government.”
The Academy posted a hilarious scene that takes place in the exam hall when Aamir Khan's Rancho, Sharman Joshi's Raju and R Madhavan's Farhan rush to write their exam papers half an hour late. They keep on writing even when the time is up for the exam, much to the disgust of the invigilator. He then says that neither of their papers would be accepted as they were late. But Rancho takes his answer sheet, along with Farhan and Raju's, and mixes them with the hundreds of other answer sheets and runs away!
In an era where captivating audiences is no easy feat, Mona Singh says the recent success of the horror-comedy film Munjya underscores a fundamental truth: content is king. The actor, who has garnered praise for her role in the Maharashtrian folk-inspired tale, tells us that the allure of flashy blockbusters is fading in favour of rich storytelling. Mona Singh was last seen in Munjya Mona Singh was last seen in Munjya “It’s not the hero or flashy massy films that attract the audience to theatres now, but its actually the content that plays an important role,” Singh asserts. “Movies nowadays shouldn’t just be about looking good, making some hit song, and shooting at great locations, it should be about great content and experience.”
Lloyds Group chairman Mukesh Gupta’s wife Abha Gupta and son Shreekrishna Gupta have purchased a
triplex worth ₹107 crore in Worli, Mumbai, according to the property registration documents accessed
by Zapkey.
The triplex is located on the 25, 26 and 27th floors and measures 13,207 sq ft. The
apartment has been purchased at a per sq ft rate of ₹81,133, according to the documents registered
on June 27, 2024.