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What to know about the Supreme Court immunity ruling in Trump's 2020 election interference case
The Supreme Court's ruling on Monday ensures that former President Donald Trump won't face trial for the 2020 election interference case before the November election. While the indictment against him wasn't dismissed, the ruling grants Trump substantial immunity for official acts, complicating the prosecution's case. President Biden criticized the decision as undermining the rule of law and emphasized that Americans must judge Trump's actions. The case returns to District Judge Tanya Chutkan for further analysis, likely delaying proceedings until after the election.
US Supreme Court ruling on Trump immunity looms
The US Supreme Court will rule on Monday if former President Donald Trump is immune from prosecution for allegedly conspiring to overturn his 2020 election loss. The decision, pivotal for Trump's upcoming trial and the presidential election, could delay proceedings. Despite skepticism from the justices, the ruling's scope might push the trial past November. Trump, convicted in a separate New York case, faces multiple trials but aims to delay them until after the election, potentially halting them if reelected.
Landmark Supreme Court ruling could spur more climate cases in India: Report
Citing the case of Citing the case of M K Ranjitsinh and Others vs. Union of India, the report by the London School of Economics' Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment said that climate cases in the Global South are increasing and gaining more attention. M K Ranjitsinh and Others vs. Union of India, the report by the London School of Economics' Grantham Research Institute on Climate Change and the Environment said that climate cases in the Global South are increasing and gaining more attention.
Hindujas 'appalled' by Swiss court's jail term order; File appeal
The statements follow a hearing in the Swiss city of Geneva after prosecutors opened the case for alleged illegal activity, including exploitation, human trafficking and violation of Switzerland's labour laws. The family members were accused of seizing the workers' passports, barring them from leaving the villa and forcing them to work very long hours for a pittance in Switzerland, among other things.
Hinduja family members get jail term for to up to 4.5 years for exploiting servants; family issues statement
Hinduja family members jal: A Swiss criminal court has sentenced four members of the wealthy Hinduja family to between four and 4 1/2 years in prison for exploiting their domestic workers. The court, however, dismissed more severe charges of human trafficking. The family members were accused of exploiting mostly illiterate Indian workers at their Geneva villa, including withholding passports, paying in Indian rupees instead of Swiss francs, and imposing long working hours under restrictive conditions.
VC funds, angel investors seek safeguards in spousal partnerships
In many instances, founders often name their spouses as cofounders at the time of the inception of their venture. However, if the spouses choose to part ways after a few rounds of funding, at that time, dealing with that separation becomes messy for investors as they have to deal with disgruntled spouses who are also shareholders of companies.
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Israel pounds Gaza refugee camp as war enters ninth month
Israeli forces bombed a Gaza refugee camp following a deadly strike on a UN-run school, leading to international condemnation. The conflict, sparked by Hamas's attack on Israel, has killed thousands and displaced millions in Gaza. Efforts to mediate a ceasefire have stalled, with Hamas yet to respond to US President Biden's proposal. The conflict has escalated, with Gaza facing attacks from land, sea, and air, as Israel accuses Hamas of using civilian infrastructure for military purposes.
Israeli troops launch attacks in central Gaza, possibly widening their offensive
The Israeli military has expanded its ground offensive in Gaza, intensifying operations in Deir al-Balah and Bureij. This escalation comes amid worsening humanitarian conditions, with UN agencies warning of potential mass starvation. Tensions are also high in Jerusalem as an annual march through Palestinian neighborhoods proceeds. Meanwhile, Israel seeks to extend the shutdown of Al Jazeera's local offices, and Prime Minister Netanyahu has vowed to restore security along the Lebanese border following Hezbollah rocket attacks.
‘Doctors knew Covid vaccine’s side-effects killed my daughter. But they didn’t tell us’
Dr Snehal Lunawat was the first case in which the AEFI committee accepted there was a direct correlation between vaccination and death. Many of the petitioners, like her father Dilip, have questioned why information about the side-effects wasn’t made public earlier.
Tank raid on evacuation zone off Rafah kills 21; Israel denies role
Two days after an Israeli airstrike on another camp stirred global condemnation, Gaza emergency services said that four tank shells hit a cluster of tents in Al-Mawasi, a coastal area that Israel had advised civilians in Rafah to move to for safety. At least 12 of the dead were women, as per medical officials in the Hamas militant-run Palestinian enclave.
Palestinian medics say Israeli airstrikes kill 35 in Gaza's Rafah as displaced people are hit
Israeli airstrikes in Rafah, Gaza, killed at least 35 people, mainly women and children, and hit tents for displaced people. The attack came two days after the International Court of Justice ordered Israel to end its offensive in Rafah. Israel's military confirmed targeting a Hamas installation, killing two senior militants. The Palestinian Red Crescent Society warned the death toll might rise as rescue efforts continued. Meanwhile, Gaza's aid situation worsens amid continued conflict and restricted humanitarian access.
Hamas rocket attack from Gaza sets off air raid sirens in Tel Aviv for the first time in months
Hamas' military wing claimed the attack, and rocket launches could be heard in central Gaza. The Israeli military said eight projectiles crossed into Israel after being launched from the area of the southern Gaza city of Rafah, where Israeli forces recently launched an incursion. It said "a number" of the projectiles were intercepted.
Fierce fighting in northern Gaza as aid starts to roll off US-built pier
In Jabalia, Gaza, Israeli forces clashed with Hamas fighters, leading to civilian displacement. Rafah faced escalating conflict as militants targeted tanks. The U.N. humanitarian office, represented by Jens Laerke, emphasized the critical need for aid amidst the crisis. Washington's aid convoys aimed to support Gaza, while Hamas demanded an end to the Israeli siege.
TikTok creators file suit to block US divestment or ban law
The suit, which seeks injunctive relief, says the law threatens free speech and "promises to shutter a discrete medium of communication that has become part of American life."
Arvind Kejriwal in jail again: Here are three instance when he had to face jail since 2011
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has been sent to Tihar jail for the third time, along with three other AAP lawmakers. This comes after a Delhi court's decision related to the excise policy case. Kejriwal's past jail terms include involvement in the Lokpal Bill protest in 2011 and a defamation case in 2014. In jail, he has a prescribed routine and permission for home-cooked meals, along with access to limited TV channels and family visits twice a week.
No urgent relief to Wadia Group in Bank of Baroda case
Bombay High Court denied Wadia Group's urgent relief against Bank of Baroda, related to a corporate guarantee for Go First Airlines. Nowrosjee Wadia & Sons Ltd sought an injunction due to a financial tie-up condition.
The latest talks on Gaza have ended with no breakthrough, officials say, with Ramadan days away
Hamas has refused to release all of the estimated 100 hostages it holds, and the remains of around 30 more, unless Israel ends its offensive, withdraws from the territory and releases a large number of Palestinian prisoners, including senior militants serving life sentences. Jihad Taha, a Hamas spokesperson, said the negotiations were ongoing but "the ball is in the Israeli court". He said Israel had thus far refused Hamas' demands for people who fled northern Gaza to be allowed to return and for guarantees of a cease-fire and full withdrawal.
PM Modi holds talks with Qatari Emir; conveys thanks for release of 8 jailed Indians
The Reserve Bank of India has urged global cooperation and coordination to tackle the global economy's challenges. Governor Shaktikanta Das emphasized the need for greater resolve and coordination to make significant progress. He stressed the importance of considering comparative advantage and resource endowments in cooperation, particularly in areas of common interest and urgent needs like climate change.
We survived only because of our defence training, says Navy veteran released from Qatar
Ragesh Gopakumar, one of the eight ex-Indian Navy personnel recently released by Qatar, expressed gratitude for their freedom and credited their survival in prison to their defence training. Gopakumar, who retired from the Navy in 2017, thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian government for their release. He highlighted the ordeal of their families during their captivity and praised PM Modi for personally intervening to secure their release. The group had been sentenced to death by a Qatari court, a decision later commuted to varying jail terms.
"Difficult to explain in words": Navy veteran Saurabh Vashisht on return home from Qatar
After months of captivity, Saurabh Vashisht set foot on his homeland along with seven other detained Indian Navy veterans on Monday after their death sentence was commuted earlier after New Delhi's diplomatic intervention.
Ability of Modi govt to protect citizens at any cost: Anurag Thakur
Qatar released eight jailed former Indian Navy personnel nearly three-and-a-half months after they were handed down death sentences in a case of suspected espionage.
One year later, Gautam Adani’s fortune hits $100 billion again
Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley endorsed India as the prime investment destination for the next decade, contributing to the surge of wealth in the nation. Adani's empire spans diverse sectors, including coal, ports, airports, data centers, media, and green energy.
India saves $6 bn on Qatar LNG deal renewal; signs $78 billion pact for 20 years
The two sides were engaged in intense negotiations over the last few months. There were heightened tensions when a Qatar court sentenced eight former Indian Navy officials to death in October for allegedly spying for Israel. At December-end, their sentence was reduced.
US vows 'all necessary actions' after drone strike, Qatar fears impact on Gaza hostage talks
Sunday's attack by Iran-backed militants was the first deadly strike against U.S. troops since the Israel-Hamas war erupted in October and marks a major escalation in tensions that have engulfed the Middle East. White House National Security spokesman John Kirby said on Monday the United States did not want a wider war with Iran or in the region, "but we got to do what we have to do."
Next steps after examining ruling, discussion with legal team: MEA on 8 Indians in Qatar
Ministry External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Arindam Bagchi has said that the next steps in the case relating to eight former Indian Navy personnel will be decided after examining the ruling of a Qatari court and discussions with the legal team handling the matter. India had moved the Court of Appeal in Qatar against the death sentence last month.
Exhaust every resource to bring back ex-Navy personnel on death row in Qatar: Adhir Chowdhury in Lok Sabha
The Indian nationals were handed the death sentence by Qatar's Court of First Instance on October 26. India described the ruling as "deeply" shocking and vowed to explore all legal options in the case.
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