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Elon Musk Influence Political Sparks Spending Bill Chaos Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur and owner of X (formerly Twitter), has once again placed himself at the center of political controversy. This week, Musk’s influence over federal spending negotiations ignited a political firestorm, drawing criticism and sparking debates about the unprecedented role of billionaires in American … Read more
Govt Ends Windfall Gains Tax on Crude Oil, Fuel Exports New Delhi, Dec 2: After nearly two-and-a-half years of its implementation, the government has officially withdrawn the windfall gains tax imposed on domestic crude oil production and fuel exports. This decision was announced on Monday through Finance Ministry notifications laid before Parliament. The removal of … Read more
Arvind Kejriwal Attack; A disturbing incident unfolded in Delhi on Saturday when a man splashed an unidentified liquid on Arvind Kejriwal, the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) national convener and former Chief Minister of Delhi. The attack occurred while Kejriwal was greeting supporters from behind a security cordon. Quick action by his security personnel neutralized the … Read more
The Big Bull’s Fall: Harshad Mehta and the 1992 Stock Market Scam The Rise of the Big Bull Harshad Shantilal Mehta, widely recognized as “The Big Bull,” was a key figure in transforming the Indian stock market during the late 1980s and early 1990s. Starting his career as a small-time stockbroker, Mehta gradually gained an … Read more
Rakesh Jhunjhunwala – The Big Bull’s Tale of Dreams, Love, and Legacy Rakesh Jhunjhunwala’s story is one of grit, ambition, and an extraordinary rise from modest beginnings. Starting with just ₹5,000, he built a financial empire valued at over ₹40,000 crore, earning the moniker “India’s Big Bull.” Yet, beyond the staggering numbers and his unparalleled … Read more
Mahayuti Faces Uncertainty Over Maharashtra CM Choice Amid Unity Claim Mumbai, November 27, 2024 – The Mahayuti alliance’s resounding victory in the Maharashtra Assembly elections has not immediately resolved the question of who will serve as the state’s next Chief Minister. The three-party coalition, comprising the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Shiv Sena, and other partners, … Read more
Trump Appoints Loyalists to Key Roles in New Administration Washington, D.C., November 12, 2024 — President-elect Donald Trump announced several appointments to his incoming administration on Monday, selecting key loyalists for critical positions as he prepares to return to the White House. The appointments signal Trump’s focus on reinforcing his “America First” policy agenda and … Read more
Putin Endorses India Global Superpower: Economic Growth, Strong Ties Sochi, Russia – In a significant endorsement of India’s rising influence on the global stage, Russian President Vladimir Putin asserted that India deserves recognition as a future global superpower, citing its unprecedented economic growth and strong ties with Russia. Speaking at the Valdai Discussion Club’s plenary … Read more
Modi Slams Congress of Corruption, Caste Politics in Maharashtra Akola, Maharashtra – In a powerful speech during a campaign rally in Maharashtra’s Akola district, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a strong stance against the Congress party, accusing it of corrupt practices, encouraging caste-based divisions, and disrespecting India’s Constitution. Modi’s statements come as Maharashtra prepares for … Read more
Giani Harpreet Singh’s Strong Stance on Canada Violence In a powerful response to recent violence in Canada, Takht Sri Damdama Sahib’s Jathedar, Giani Harpreet Singh, described the incidents as a deep-rooted conspiracy aimed at sowing discord between the Sikh and Hindu communities. Speaking at a gathering of Sikh intellectuals at the Akal Takht Secretariat in … Read more