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Maldives climate minister released in 'black magic' case
Former Maldives climate change minister accused of performing 'black magic' on the president has been released after being detained. The investigation is still ongoing, with the nature of the allegations undisclosed. Traditional ceremonies are widely practiced in the archipelago, despite not being a criminal offense.
Peter Navarro, Trump ex-aide jailed for contempt of Congress, will address RNC, AP sources say
Peter Navarro, the former White House trade advisor currently incarcerated on contempt of Congress charges, is slated to speak at next week's Republican National Convention. His address is set to take place shortly after his anticipated release from jail.
Matter of time before Arvind Kejriwal comes out of jail, says AAP as they celebrate bail for Delhi CM
Advocate Vivek Jain, counsel for Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, celebrated the occasion and posted on social media platform X. He said, "There are many issues of law with which the Supreme Court was grappling. One of the issues was the necessity."
Jharkhand Raj Bhavan invites INDIA bloc leaders including JMM executive president Hemant Soren today
Jharkhand Raj Bhavan has invited India alliance leaders, including JMM's Hemant Soren, after CM Champai Soren's resignation. The alliance chose Hemant Soren as leader, prompting Champai Soren to step down after just five months. Hemant Soren, released from jail in a money laundering case, is set to take over as Chief Minister.
Rahul Gandhi enjoyed power without responsibility till now: Anurag Thakur in Lok Sabha
While congratulating Rahul Gandhi on becoming the Leader of Opposition, Anurag Thakur said the Congress leader now has power with responsibility and "absentee landlordism will not work". For the last many years, Gandhi was enjoying power without responsibility, Thakur said and asserted that it was an "agnipariksha" for the Congress leader now.
Falsely implicated, I was forced to spend 5 months in jail: Hemant Soren
Hemant Soren, falsely implicated, faced months in jail over a money laundering case. Accused the government of voice suppression, arrested amid a conspiracy. Vows to continue the fight against injustice, emphasizing the completion of tasks despite the lengthy judicial process and allegations of a land scam.
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Govt's script, full of lies: Oppn on President's address to Parliament
Criticism mounts against the President's address, with key leaders denouncing the government-scripted speech as lacking substance and failing to address critical issues like NEET resolution, price rise, and unemployment. The opposition highlights the disconnect between the government's narrative and ground realities, calling for concrete actions to tackle pressing challenges.
Government's script, full of lies: Opposition leaders on President's address to Parliament
Opposition leaders criticized the President's address to the joint sitting of Parliament, dismissing it as a government-scripted speech filled with lies. They accused the government of creating an "undeclared emergency" and attacking the Constitution under Modi's rule. President Droupadi Murmu's address highlighted the 1975 Emergency as a dark chapter but faced backlash for not addressing current issues like unemployment, inflation, and the crisis in Manipur.
"President's address is actually the speech of the government," says Akhilesh Yadav
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav responded to the President's Address to the joint session of Parliament, noting it as a traditional representation of the government's views. He emphasized the significance of the speech as reflecting the government's stance. Meanwhile, Congress MP Pramod Tiwari criticized the government, describing it as tired and lacking willpower, with nothing new to offer for the nation's benefit. Congress leader Imran Masood echoed similar sentiments, alleging that the address was predetermined amidst what he termed as a situation akin to an emergency.
Sunita Kejriwal attacks PM Modi following the Delhi CM's arrest, says 'dictator' should be destroyed
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's wife Sunita Kejriwal on Thursday launched a scathing attack against the centre led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi over her husband's arrest by CBI saying that she has always prayed for wisdom to everyone but now she has started praying that the dictators must be destroyed.
Excise Policy case: CBI to produce Arvind Kejriwal before trial court today
Central Bureau of Investigation examined Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal in Tihar Jail and recorded his statement related to the Excise Policy case. CBI also got permission for Arvind Kejriwal's production before the concerned trial court. He will be produced before the court today.
Govt trying to do 'damage control': Congress on implementation of law to curb exam irregularities
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh has defended the implementation of a law to prevent unfair means in competitive examinations, stating it is "damage control". The law, which aims to curb malpractices and irregularities in competitive exams, was operationalised on June 21, 2024, following protests over alleged irregularities in medical entrance exams. The law entails provisions for a maximum jail term of 10 years and a fine of up to Rs 1 crore for offenders.
Arvind Kejriwal’s absence affecting policy decisions, welfare measures? All you need to know
Several important initiatives are stalled, including the appointment of a new minister to replace Raaj Kumar Anand, who resigned ahead of the Lok Sabha polls; the Mukhyamantri Mahila Samman Yojana, which provides Rs 1,000 per month to women over 18; revisions to dearness allowance in minimum wages; and policies for the maintenance and strengthening of Delhi’s arterial roads. Proposals for modernising Delhi, such as cloud kitchens, food trucks, Dilli Bazaar, start-ups, and industrial and economic development policies, also await approval.
El Salvador Prison: Thousands of gang members kept in cramped cells amid torture, fear of death. No one comes out alive
New photos reveal the terrible conditions inside a massive prison in El Salvador. No inmate has ever been freed.
Hunter Biden Guilty Verdict: Here's everything about federal gun trial and what jail term he faces
Hunter Biden who is the son of US President Joe Biden has been convicted on three counts of violation of a US federal gun law. He faces imprisonment for a term not exceeding 25 years.
New York state in search of prison for Donald Trump? Will he be lodged in Rikers Island Jail or Bellevue Hospital?
Ahead of Donald Trump’s sentencing in the ‘Hush Money’ case, authorities have identified some prisons, keeping in mind his security interests. Trump would need round-the-clock security in the prison as he happens to be a former president of the country.
Delhi court fixes June 18 for Engineer Rashid's interim bail plea to take oath as MP
A Delhi court has scheduled June 18 to hear arguments on an interim bail application by Engineer Rashid, who was arrested in a 2016 Jammu and Kashmir terror funding case, and seeks to take his oath as an MP after winning the Baramulla constituency in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. Rashid, a former MLA, defeated ex-J-K chief minister Omar Abdullah.
Release Engineer Rashid, say Kashmir leaders
Political parties in Kashmir demand the release of Abdul Rashid Sheikh alias Engineer Rashid, who won the Lok Sabha elections from Baramulla by a huge margin. Mehbooba Mufti of PDP urges the government to respect the people's verdict and release Engineer Rashid. Muhammad Yusuf Tarigami of CPM calls for a review of cases of prisoners jailed under UAPA law.
Trump denies saying 'lock her up' about 2016 rival Clinton
Trump, who is facing sentencing -- and possible prison time -- after becoming the first US president to be convicted of a felony, repeatedly demanded Clinton be put behind bars during their 2016 election battle.
Trump warns jail time could be 'breaking point' for supporters
In an interview aired Sunday on Fox News, the former president and current Republican White House hopeful acknowledged the possibility that he could be handed jail time or a period of home detention at his sentencing on July 11. "I'm ok with it," Trump said, but added he was "not sure the public would stand for it."
Arvind Kejriwal to be back in jail today
Kejriwal, jailed in the Delhi excise case, was on a three-week temporary bail for poll campaigning. He was released from the jail on May 10 on bail granted by the Supreme Court for the Lok Sabha polls. The polls ended on yesterday, June 1.
Is Donald Trump going to Rikers Island jail? From Tupac Shakur to Berkowitz, famous criminals served there
From Tupac to Lil Wayne, Rikers Island jail is a complex where some notorious as well as famous personalities have landed while serving their respective sentences. Here are some latest updates about Donald Trump and his imprisonment issue.
Will Donald Trump be sent to jail if he is convicted by Manhattan court? Here are details
Each of the 34 felony falsification of business records charges that Trump is facing carries a sentence of up to four years in prison and a $5,000 fine. He has pleaded not guilty in all these cases.
Girl donates piggy bank to 'uncle' Kejriwal to 'free India from dictatorship', AAP shares video
Arvind Kejriwal, campaigning for the Lok Sabha polls, received a touching gesture from a young girl who handed over her piggy bank in support of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Kejriwal, facing the prospect of returning to jail after his bail ends, appealed to voters to choose the 'jhadu' (broom), AAP's symbol, to prevent his return. He emphasized his work for Delhi's people and alleged political motives behind his arrest. Kejriwal also criticized the BJP, claiming they aim to stop reservations and suggesting they want to undermine democracy. He announced "Kejriwal ki Guarantee," a list of promises AAP would fulfill if in government, including reclaiming Indian land from Chinese occupation.
Leaders of INDIA bloc are either in jail or bail: J P Nadda
J P Nadda criticizes 'Ghamandia' parties in the INDIA bloc for dynastic politics. BJP values democracy, allowing ordinary people to lead. Mocking opposition alliance, Nadda contrasts BJP's approach with various dynastic parties.
Will Donald Trump be sent to jail? Know whether he can be president again if convicted
Eugene Debs was the Socialist Party's presidential candidate in 1920. He was convicted and jailed for strongly criticizing American involvement in World War I. He contested from prison and no one questioned his eligibility.
Arvind Kejriwal Arrested: Can a CM run govt from jail? Can LG seek President's rule? Here is what may happen next
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal was arrested yesterday in the Delhi liquor policy case. This marks the second arrest of an opposition CM within two months, following Jharkhand's Hemant Soren. Despite AAP's insistence on Kejriwal's continuation, legal experts suggest possible complications, with potential successors including Atishi and Saurabh Bharadwaj. The Lieutenant Governor's intervention could lead to President's rule, echoing historical precedents of CM arrests.
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