Morning Digest: CBI arrests Arvind Kejriwal, gets three-day custody; U.S. issues rare criticism of India in religious freedom report, and more
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U.S. issues rare criticism of India in religious freedom report
The United States offered rare criticism of close partner India in a report published Wednesday on religious freedom, while also voicing alarm over rising bigotry worldwide against both Jews and Muslims. Secretary of State Antony Blinken unveiled the annual report and said that the United States was also facing its own sharp increase of both anti-Semitism and Islamophobia in connection to the Gaza war.
Delhi Excise policy case: CBI arrests Arvind Kejriwal, gets three-day custody
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) formally arrested Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the Delhi excise policy case on June 26, and was granted three days to interrogate him in its custody. The day also saw Mr. Kejriwal withdraw his petition from the Supreme Court, while promising to return with a fresh challenge against the stay of his statutory bail by the Delhi High Court on June 25.
CBI questions Jharkhand school principal and bank officials in NEET case
A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) team probing the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG) paper leak case on Wednesday reached Jharkhand’s Hazaribagh Oasis School over allegations of tampering of question papers. The CBI is conducting a nationwide probe into alleged malpractices in medical entrance exam NEET-UG and has taken over cases probed by the police in Gujarat, Rajasthan and Bihar.
India asks Italy to take prompt action against persons responsible for Indian farm worker’s death
India plans to evacuate nationals from Iran amid ongoing protests, coordinating efforts despite challenges in communication and security.
The U.S. sanctions five Iranian officials for cracking down on protests, intensifying pressure on Tehran amid ongoing unrest.
U.S. seizes another Venezuela-linked tanker ahead of Trump-Machado meeting, intensifying efforts against Maduro's regime.
EU leaders Costa and Von der Leyen visit India as Republic Day guests, aiming to finalize a significant trade deal.
Pakistan urges the U.S. to swiftly resume immigrant visa processing for its citizens amid ongoing tensions and policy reviews.
Commerce Secretary Agrawal announces a near trade deal with the U.S., amid rising India-U.S. merchandise exports.
Four astronauts make historic splashdown after the first medical evacuation from the ISS, ensuring safety and stability on Earth.
Russia expresses serious concern over NATO's military presence in Greenland, citing rising tensions in the Arctic region.
Trump is meeting Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, amid shifting dynamics following Maduro's capture.
A crane collapse in Thailand kills two and injures five, following a recent train accident that claimed 32 lives.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro will meet Donald Trump on February 3 to discuss escalating diplomatic tensions and military threats.
A federal officer shot a man in Minneapolis during an arrest attempt after being attacked, sparking ongoing tensions and protests.
Trump questions Reza Pahlavi's potential support in Iran amidst ongoing protests and government crackdowns.