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The Supreme Court also sought proof that contaminated ghee was used for making prasadam.The Supreme Court on Monday questioned the Andhra Pradesh government over the Tirupati Prasadam row, saying what was the need to go to the press when it wasn’t clear that adulterated ghee was used in the preparation of Tirumala laddus. “At least we expect Gods to be kept away from politics,” the court said in a strong observation.The court told the Andhra government’s lawyer that the lab reports indicate that the ghee which was subjected to the test was the rejected sample.Justice BR Gavai asked senior advocate…

The Enforcement Directorate may book Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah in a money laundering case linked to the alleged MUDA scam.The Enforcement Directorate may book Karnataka chief minister Siddaramaiah in a money laundering case linked to the alleged Mysuru Urban Development Authority (MUDA) scam, PTI reported on Monday, citing sources. Siddaramaiah, his wife BM Parvathi, brother-in-law Mallikarjuna Swamy and Devaraju, from whom Swamy had allegedly bought land and gifted to the CM’s wife, have been named in the First Information Report (FIR) registered by the Lokayukta police last week.According to the PTI report, the central agency is expected to press sections…

FAME II: The government’s new ‘PM Electrical Drive Revolutionary in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-Drive) Scheme’ has been well received by producers of electric vehicles (EVs). The program aims to promote electric mobility across the country.  What is FAME II  This program is a much-needed reaction to the industry’s plea for ongoing support after the Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Electric (FAME)-II plan was not extended.The Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS), 2024, took the place of the FAME subsidy. It was first implemented by the Department of Heavy Industry in 2015 and ran out on March 31 of this year. It…

BJP leader Kavinder Gupta has alleged that the Mehbooba Mufti remained silent while Hindus were being targeted in Bangladesh. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders on Sunday accused People’s Democratic Party (PDP) chief Mehbooba Mufti of resorting to a “political stunt” after she cancelled her election campaign in solidarity with the people of Lebanon. “Cancelling my campaign tomorrow in solidarity with the martyrs of Lebanon and Gaza especially Hassan Nasarullah. We stand with the people of Palestine and Lebanon in this hour of immense grief and exemplary resistance,” Mufti wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter). Reacting to Mehbooba’s decision,…

Yuvraj Singh was bashed left, right, and centre for his controversial remarks on dating an actress, which many on internet believe is Deepika Padukone. Yuvraj Singh’s recent conversation with Adam Gilchrist and Michael Vaughan on the Club Prairie Fire podcast has stirred quite a controversy. During the conversation, Yuvraj shared a personal anecdote from India’s tour of Australia in 2008, a tour he described as crucial to his career. He revealed that he was dating a well-known actress at the time, who was also shooting in Australia. According to Yuvraj, she travelled from Adelaide to Canberra to meet him, despite…

Hassan Nasrallah’s plan to assist Hamas without igniting a full war faltered as Israel launched targeted strikes against Hezbollah, killing top commanders. Before his death, Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah had formulated a plan on how the group would combat Israel. He had calculated a delicate balance – supporting Hamas in its struggle against Israel while avoiding a full-blown war that could engulf Lebanon. “Some in Lebanon say that we are taking a risk. But this risk is part of a beneficial, correct calculation.” he had asserted in a video from a secret location, confidence lacing his voice. But as the…

The BJP said Udhayanidhi Stalin doesn’t have the maturity to become the deputy chief minister of Tamil Nadu. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) said on Sunday that Tamil chief minister MK Stalin’s son, Udhayanidhi Stalin, doesn’t have the maturity to hold the post of the state’s deputy chief minister. On Saturday, the junior Stalin was elevated to the position of Tamil Nadu’s deputy chief minister. The BJP branded his elevation as a stark example of dynasty politics. “Appointing ministers or deputy chief ministers is the prerogative of the chief minister, we don’t deny that. He has all the right. But…

Amit Shah also attacked Rahul Gandhi over the Congress’s promise to bring back Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir. BJP leader Amit Shah on Sunday claimed that ‘Pakistan Zindabad’ slogans were being raised at Congress events in poll-bound Haryana. He said at a rally in Badshahpur that the Congress was blinded by appeasement politics. He also attacked the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi. “I am seeing a new trend in Haryana. From Hathin to Thanesar and from Thansesar to Palwal, slogans of ‘Pakistan Zindabad’ are being raised on Congress stages. I want to ask Rahul…

Kaouk’s death has not been confirmed by Hezbollah, but his supporters have been posting mourning messages since Saturday The Israeli military on Sunday said it had neutralised Hezbollah commander Nabil Kaouk, Reuters reported. Hezbollah has not confirmed Kaouk’s death, but his supporters have been posting mourning messages since Saturday, the report added. Kaouk was serving as the deputy head of Hezbollah’s Central Council.Kaouk also served as Hezbollah’s military commander in south Lebanon from 1995 until 2010. In 2020, the U.S. Treasury sanctioned him and another member of Hezbollah’s council, Hassan al-Baghdadi. Kaouk’s elimination comes after Iran-backed Hezbollah’s chief Hassan Nasrallah…

New Zealand were bowled out for just 88 against Sri Lanka, weeks before their scheduled tour of India for a three-Test series. New Zealand’s batting woes hit a new low as they crumbled to a mere 88 all out in their first innings of the second Test against Sri Lanka after the hosts posted a mammoth 602/5 in Galle. The dismal performance exposed significant frailties in New Zealand’s batting and bowling departments, serving as a harsh wake-up call for Tim Southee’s side ahead of their crucial upcoming Test series against India. Sri Lankan spinner Prabath Jayasuriya showcased his dominance, claiming…