India, US to draft new defence cooperation framework for next decade

The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court overturned a CBI court's ruling, emphasizing that the existence of an FIR or a pending investigation alone is insufficient grounds to deny, impound, or withhold passport renewal. This decision was prompted by the seizure of a retired IAS officer's passport during a raid connected to an investigation into illegal arms licenses. The court's ruling highlights the need for more substantial evidence before restricting an individual's right to...

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah addressed the tragic stampede in Bengaluru that resulted in 11 deaths, stating he does not wish to defend the incident but noted that similar events have occurred elsewhere, including the Kumbh Mela. He emphasized the unexpected crowd size at the event, which exceeded the stadium's capacity, and announced a 15-day magisterial inquiry. Meanwhile, the BJP criticized the Congress-led government for alleged negligence in planning and security, asserting that proper coordination could...

BJP President J P Nadda criticized Rahul Gandhi's accusation of "surrender" against Prime Minister Modi, affirming India's strong position on national matters. He highlighted the Congress party's historical tendency to yield on crucial issues, referencing past agreements and conflicts. Additionally, BJP spokesperson Sudhanshu Trivedi denounced Gandhi's comments as disrespectful to the nation's dignity and the valor of the armed forces, reinforcing Nadda's stance. Full Article

A 28-year-old man, Manjunath Irappa Kambar, died of a heart attack during Royal Challengers Bangalore's IPL victory celebrations in Avaradi village, Karnataka. He collapsed while dancing with friends after organizing a public viewing event complete with a large LED screen, fireworks, and color powder, showcasing his passion for cricket and the team. Manjunath, who founded a local cricket team and was a devoted fan, is survived by his pregnant wife and six-month-old daughter, leaving the...

Income Tax Department had extended the deadline to file ITR for FY 2024-25 to September 15 from July 31. (AI image) ITR Filing FY 2024-25: The Income Tax Department has activated its website incometax.gov.in for filing income tax returns using ITR-1 and ITR-4 forms. Eligible individuals can now submit their ITR via the e-filing portal for FY 2024-25 (AY 2025-26). Currently, only ITR-1 and ITR-4 submissions are available online, whilst those needing to submit ITR-2...

Andy Flower holds the trophy as RCB celebrate historic IPL win. (Pic credit: IPL) TimesofIndia.com in Ahmedabad: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) head coach Andy Flower acknowledged that the one-week suspension of IPL 2025, termed ‘Operation Sindoor,’ ultimately benefited the team, allowing key players like captain Rajat Patidar and leading wicket-taker Josh Hazlewood to recover from injuries. Flower praised Patidar's leadership in his debut season and highlighted the calmness he exhibited under pressure, despite missing other...