Author: Rahul M

The former ICICI Bank CEO, Chanda Kochhar, has been found guilty by an Appellate tribunal for receiving Rs 64 crore as a bribe in exchange for sanctioning a Rs 300 crore loan to the Videocon group. The tribunal outlined that the transaction was a case of ‘quid pro quo,’ which means “something for something.” The case has been routed through Kochhar’s husband, Deepak, via a company linked to Videocon, the tribunal said in a detailed order of July 3. Chanda Kochhar held guilty of 64 Cr bribe An appellate tribunal has found ex-ICICI Bank CEO Chanda Kochhar guilty of accepting…

In Patna district’s Koriyawagarh village, there are about 150 households comprising people from the Extremely Backward Classes (EBCs), Other Backward Classes (OBCs) and Scheduled Castes (SCs). The villagers mostly include small farmers, daily wagers and those who have migrated for work to states like Delhi, Gujarat, Haryana and Karnataka.At least 30 per cent of these household are said to be dependant on “migrant remittances”. The village falls under the Masaurhi Assembly constituency, held currently by the RJD’s Rekha Paswan. Sudhir Kumar, 31, who works in a Surat cloth factory, recently returned to Koriyawagarh following frantic calls from his family, which…

Canberra, July 22 (IANS) Australia’s 48th federal parliament officially opened on Tuesday in the capital Canberra, following May’s general election. The commencement of the parliament comes more than two months after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s Labor Party won a second term in government in a landslide victory at the May 3 election. As part of Tuesday’s proceedings, Milton Dick was re-elected as the speaker of the House of Representatives, which is the lower house of parliament, and Sue Lines was re-elected president of the Senate, the upper house. The duo, both from the Labor Party, will be charged with overseeing…

New York, July 22 (IANS) In a landmark initiative aimed at deepening India-US academic engagement and global leadership, O.P. Jindal Global University (JGU) inaugurated the Motwani Jadeja Institute for American Studies (MJIAS) at a prestigious event in New York. The occasion was marked by the simultaneous release of the JGU Sustainable Development Report 2025 and a Distinguished Public Lecture delivered by leading Indian and global figures, signifying the university’s multidimensional vision of education, diplomacy, and innovation. The Motwani Jadeja Institute for American Studies (MJIAS) is a transformative new centre that will focus on research, public policy, education, innovation, and cultural…

Every year on July 22, mango lovers around the world mark World Mango Day, a celebration of the fruit that truly defines summer. Known for its juicy sweetness and rich aroma, the mango isn’t just delicious; it’s packed with nutrients and plays a starring role in countless global dishes, from chutneys and curries to smoothies and desserts. The Many Health Benefits of Mangoes Far beyond being just a seasonal indulgence, mangoes bring an impressive set of health benefits: • Boost immunity – Rich in vitamins and antioxidants that help keep your body strong. • Good for digestion – Natural…

Seoul, July 22 (IANS) South Korea’s presidential office has announced that Kang Jun-wook, Presidential Secretary for national integration, stepped down on Tuesday amid controversy over his remarks defending former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s failed martial law bid. Kang, a former professor at Dongguk University, was appointed by President Lee Jae Myung in mid-July to the post to gather public opinion and draft policies aimed at fostering social unity, but has faced growing pressure to resign over his past controversial remarks. In a book published in March, Kang wrote that Yoon had viewed martial law as a means to express his…

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian forces struck three Ukrainian cities in overnight attacks, killing a child and wounding at least 24 people, officials said Tuesday, a day before a planned third round of direct peace talks between delegations from Moscow and Kyiv.Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s announcement late Monday that the negotiations would take place generated little hope they would deliver any progress on ending the three-year war. That is despite the Trump administration’s efforts to push forward peace efforts, which have stalled as Russian President Vladimir Putin is reluctant to budge from his demands.The previous two rounds were held in…

Cricket fever has gripped Afghanistan once again as the Shpageeza Cricket League 2025 returns with exciting action, promising to showcase the best of Afghan cricket talent. The T20 tournament kicked off on July 19 and will culminate in the grand final on August 1 at the Kabul International Cricket Stadium. What is the Shpageeza Cricket League? The Shpageeza Cricket League is Afghanistan’s premier domestic T20 competition. Organised by the Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB), the tournament aims to develop and promote cricket in the country by providing a platform for both seasoned stars and young talents. Now in its latest edition,…

Four people were arrested in Bengaluru after a labourer, who developed breathing issues on Sunday evening while cleaning a manhole in Akshaya Nagar, was found dead on Monday. The deceased has been identified as Puttaswamy, 31, a resident of RMC Yard. The police said Nagaraju, Antony, Ananthkumar, and Devaraju have been arrested under section 106 (causing death by negligence) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and under the Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and their Rehabilitation Act. According to a police officer, Nagaraju hired Puttaswamy and daily wager Antony to clean a clogged manhole around 7 pm on Sunday. The…

Colombo, July 22 (IANS) Marking a significant moment in the shared heritage between India and Sri Lanka, a replica of King Ashoka’s Vaishali Pillar of Dhamma and a special exposition of the sacred Kapilavastu Relics were inaugurated by Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha in the Raja Guru Sri Subuthi Maha Viharaya Temple in the island nation. Taking to X, the Indian High Commission called it the event a symbol of “deep historical, cultural and spiritual India-Sri Lanka ties.” The event took place at Raja Guru Sri Subuthi Maha Viharaya, situated in Sri Lanka’s coastal town Waskaduwa. This is a significant…