Accused Neelam’s Brother Denies Knowledge of Her Whereabouts During Parliament Security Breach
Parliament security breach accused Neelam's brother Ram Nivas says, "We did not get to meet her. We got clothes for her. On 11th December she had a word with my wife. Everyone has the right to raise their voice and ask for their rights. We had no knowledge about this, we did not even know that she was in Delhi."
NIA Raids Uncover PLFI Extortion Network: Arrests, Seizures Across 4 States
National Investigation Agency (NIA) has arrested two accused, and seized an Indian Army uniform, along with arms, ammunition, incriminating devices & documents, cash and jewellery, during raids across four states today in a People's Liberation Front of India (PLFI) extortion and levy collection case. The accused and suspects against whom the NIA cracked down today were all cadres and sympathizers of PLFI, a banned terror organization in Jharkhand. They were involved in a conspiracy to carry out violent acts and commit terrorist activities. A total of 23 locations connected with the banned outfit and the accused were searched across Jharkhand, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and New Delhi as part of the NIA action today. These included 19 locations in Jharkhand (Gumla, Ranchi, Khunti, Simdega, Palamu, & West Singhbhum districts), one location each in Bihar (Patna district) and Madhya Pradesh (Siddhi district), and two locations in New Delhi. The two arrested accused were identified as Raman Kumar Sonu alias Sonu Pandit of Bihar and Nivesh Kumar of south-west district of Delhi. Both the accused are named in the FIR registered by NIA in the case, relating to extortion and levy collection by the leaders, cadres and sympathizers of PLFI in various states of India
Surat Airport Granted International Status, Boosting Economic Growth and Trade
Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has approved the proposal to declare Surat Airport as an International Airport. Surat Airport will not only become a gateway for international travelers but also facilitate seamless export-import operations for the thriving diamond and textile - industries. This strategic move promises to unlock unprecedented economic potential, making Surat a key player in the international aviation landscape and fostering a new era of prosperity for the region.
What is a diamond bourse?
Diamonds are traded at a diamond bourse, between the bourse members. The goal is to promote the interests of the local diamond industry. In addition, the diamonds, whether rough or polished, do not necessarily have to be physically present at the diamond bourse. More importantly, those present must be able to negotiate. The diamond bourses are always very well protected and only accessible to members. They can be found in, among other places, Antwerp and Amsterdam. Antwerp is the only city in the world that has four diamond bourses
Indian Government Issues Urgent Security Advisory for Samsung Galaxy Users Amid Cyber Threats
Union government has issued a new advisory for all the Samsung Galaxy mobile phone users, asking them to immediately update their security systems and operating system (OS) to protect themselves from cyber attacks and hacking. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued the high-risk security advisory highlighting several security impacts on millions of Samsung Galaxy phones, with both newer and older models. CERT said in its notification, "Multiple vulnerabilities have been reported in Samsung products that could allow an attacker to bypass implemented security restrictions, access sensitive information, and execute arbitrary code on the targeted system."
RJD MP Criticizes Government Silence on Parliament Security Breach, Calls for Accountability on National Security Matters
On the government’s reaction to the Parliament security breach, RJD MP Manoj Jha says, “If they cannot say anything about the security breach in the Parliament, how can we expect them to say anything on the Galwan Valley issue. Our democracy has had a history of political declarations being made in the House when a session is in progress. Issues of a party or region can be addressed anywhere, but in cases of national security such as this, it is ideal to address the Parliament.”
ED Attaches Rs. 193.46 Crore Property in PMLA Case Linked to Rs. 250 Crore Fraud with J&K State Co-operative Bank
Directorate of Enforcement (ED) has provisionally attached immovable property in the form of land measuring 257 Kanal and 19 Marlas at Shivpora, Srinagar, which is valued at Rs. 193.46 Crores, in a PMLA case related to the financial fraud committed with J&K State Co-operative Bank (JKSTCB). The fraud involved sanctioning of loan to the tune of Rs. 250 Crores (disbursement amount Rs. 223 Crores), in 2019, to a fake cooperative society named River Jehlum Co-operative House Building Society, Shivpora, Srinagar, (J&K) by the then Chairman of JKSTCB & Others.
Mukhtar Ansari Sentenced to 5.5 Years Jail in Witness Threat Case: Uttar Pradesh Court
Uttar Pradesh: MP/MLA Court Varanasi sentences gangster turned politician Mukhtar Ansari to five and a half years rigorous imprisonment in a 26-year-old case of threatening the witness of the murder of a coal businessman Nand Kishore Rungta. In the last one and a half years, Mukhtar Ansari has received 7 punishments, which also include life imprisonment in the murder of Awadhesh Rai: Special DG Law and Order Prashant Kumar
Actor Sahil Khan and Two Others Skip Mumbai Crime Branch’s Summons in Betting App Case
Mahadev betting app case: Three including actor Sahil Khan skip Mumbai Crime Branch's SIT summons to appear for questioning today. Police said that till now neither Sahil Khan nor his lawyer have given any response: Mumbai Police
Bihar Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav Urges Government Action After Parliament Security Breach
Parliament security breach: Bihar Deputy CM Tejashwi Yadav says, "It is everyone's responsibility that from where the breach occurred and whether a committee has been formed or not. But the government of India has to make sure that it does not happen again. People expect from the Home Minister that he should come to the House and say something. It is a serious issue which cannot be taken lightly. If it has happened at a place which is considered to be the safest in the country, then it is a very serious issue which should be addressed keeping all the politics aside."
