West Bengal Police unearthed nearly Rs 1.77 crore in cash from a private school’s locked room in Kanchrapara. The institution’s accountant has been detained for questioning, failing to provide a satisfactory explanation for the large sum. Allegations of financial irregularities and cheating have been filed against four individuals, including the school’s chairman.
Trinamool Congress MP Kalyan Banerjee issued an ultimatum to Mamata Banerjee, demanding she choose between her nephew Abhishek Banerjee and senior party workers. Banerjee also announced he would no longer represent Abhishek in legal matters, citing disrespect and arrogance from the latter. This comes amid internal party tensions following electoral setbacks.
The Supreme Court has recognized homemakers as ‘nation builders’ and ruled that the loss of their domestic care services should be a separate head of compensation in motor accident claims. The court fixed a notional monthly income of Rs 30,000 for assessing this loss, emphasizing the substantial economic and social value of their contributions to
Nepal has refuted claims of banning Indian mango imports, emphasizing that trade is ongoing in accordance with current phytosanitary guidelines. Previous reporys regarding restrictions rooted in pesticide issues have been officially clarified as unfounded.
Vipul Organics has inked an exclusive distribution deal with Switzerland’s Omya Group, granting them sole rights to market Vipul’s SunTone® and SunCoat® pigment products across most of Europe. This strategic partnership is a significant step in Vipul Organics’ international expansion, aiming to boost its global presence and accelerate growth over the next five years.
Elon Musk believes Earth’s physical limits will soon constrain AI growth, suggesting the Moon as a prime location for massive computing infrastructure. He highlighted the Moon’s advantages like lower gravity for easier transport. Musk envisions a phased expansion, starting with a self-growing lunar city before eventually terraforming Mars.
At its core, the law defines a contract labour as someone who is hired through a contractor to work in connection with the business of an establishment.
India’s Ministry of Defence has procured 20 advanced GNSS jammers, featuring 75% indigenous content, for Rs 449 crore. This strategic acquisition bolsters maritime security and electronic warfare, enabling the Indian Navy to counter threats by disrupting adversary satellite navigation systems like GPS. The move addresses rising interference incidents and enhances operational resilience across all domains.
