On September 15, 2024, Union Minister Ravneet Singh Bittu criticized Opposition Leader Rahul Gandhi during the flagging-off ceremony of the Vande Bharat Express train in Bhagalpur, Bihar. Bittu accused Gandhi of being supported by separatists and labeled him as “the number one terrorist” due to his negative comments about the Sikh community in India made ...
 "Foreign investors aggressively buy Indian equities as U.S. rate cuts loom, driven by optimism and India’s resilient market conditions.")
Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have invested Rs 27,856 crore in Indian equities in the first half of September 2024, driven by resilience in the Indian Market and expectations of an interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. Since June, FPIs have been on a buying spree after withdrawing Rs 34,252 crore earlier this year. ...
During a recent media interaction at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., Congress leader Rahul Gandhi discussed India’s foreign policy, highlighting similarities with the Modi government regarding relations with the U.S. and a firm stance against terrorism from Pakistan. He criticized the government’s handling of the ongoing border conflict with China, emphasizing the significance ...
 "The GST Council’s dramatic meeting addressed insurance tax reforms, foreign airline relief, and surging revenues from online gaming.")
During the 54th GST Council meeting in New Delhi, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced several key decisions. The council is exploring a state panel to review the compensation cess and its future beyond March 2026. Discussions included potential exemptions for life and health insurance premiums from GST, although further deliberation is needed. To support foreign ...
 "Ukraine’s parliament appoints new foreign minister Andrii Sybiha as President Zelenskyy reshuffles his cabinet amid escalating war challenges.")
Ukraine’s parliament has approved a new foreign minister, Andrii Sybiha, as part of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s efforts to revitalize his administration amid an ongoing war with Russia. Sybiha, who previously served as an ambassador to Turkey and worked as a deputy to former minister Dmytro Kuleba, takes on this crucial role as the conflict enters ...
 "Hunter Biden faces a tumultuous trial over tax evasion, exposing his controversial foreign dealings and personal struggles amid family turmoil.")
Hunter Biden is facing serious legal issues as he prepares for a new trial concerning alleged tax evasion on millions in income from foreign businesses. This trial comes after his recent felony gun conviction, which has raised concerns about his past spending habits and lifestyle choices. Although the political ramifications of these trials may have ...
In August 2024, Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) invested Rs 7,320 crore in Indian equities, a notable decrease compared to previous months. This cautious approach was largely influenced by high stock valuations and the unwinding of the Yen carry trade, following the Bank of Japan’s interest rate hike. Despite ongoing interest in September, FPI flows will ...
Today’s Current Affairs: Shocking Helicopter Crash Claims Lives of Iran’s President and Foreign Minister In a harrowing incident, Iran’s President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian were tragically killed in a helicopter crash on Sunday. The helicopter, which was traveling over a mountainous region in East Azerbaijan province, vanished from radar before being discovered ...
