Morning Digest | House panel apprised of collusive threat from China and Pakistan; T.N. sanctions graft case probe against EPS, and more
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House panel apprised of collusive threat from China and Pakistan
The Indian Navy currently has a strength of around 130 ships and submarines and while the target is to have a 200-ship Navy, given the current trajectory it is likely to have 155-160 ships, Chief of Defence Staff and Secretary, Department of Military Affairs Gen. Anil Chauhan has said in a submission to the Parliamentary standing committee on defence.
Tamil Nadu accords sanction for graft case probe against former CM Palaniswami\
The Tamil Nadu government has accorded sanction to the Directorate of Vigilance and Anti-Corruption (DVAC) to register a detailed inquiry and investigate allegations of irregularities against AIADMK general secretary and former Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami in the construction of buildings for government medical colleges across the State.
Tax paid by senior citizens surges to over ₹1 lakh crore
There has been a surprising surge in income tax payments from senior citizens during the past year, lifting the overall tax collections from the 60+ population by as much as 61.5% from pre-COVID levels to surpass ₹1 lakh crore.
Kozhikode train arson case: suspect sent to 11-day police custody, UAPA may be invoked
Israeli fire kills three Palestinians in Gaza, escalating tensions as violence continues despite a fragile ceasefire.
Trump proposes a one-year, 10% cap on credit card interest rates, facing strong opposition from banks and credit card companies.
Retouched images of Israel's first lady spark an ethics debate over authenticity in official state photography and historical record-keeping.
Iran's parliament discusses protests while lawmakers chant anti-American slogans amid escalating tensions with the U.S. and regional threats.
Israel remains on high alert amid potential U.S. intervention in Iran as protests escalate, sources reveal.
U.S. may soon lift sanctions on Venezuela to aid oil sales and economic recovery, says Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Maduro loyalists rally in Caracas as the Venezuelan government seeks to strengthen ties with the U.S. amid political turmoil.
Activists report 116 deaths in Iran protests against theocracy, amid state media's portrayal of control and casualties.
North Korea demands an explanation from South Korea over a drone incursion, escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula.
Kurdish fighters in Syria agree to evacuate Aleppo under a ceasefire, transporting members to northeastern regions.
Myanmar holds the second phase of a controversial military-run election, with low turnout and criticism from international observers.
Thousands protest in Minneapolis and nationwide against ICE violence following fatal shootings, urging peaceful demonstration amid rising tensions.
Nobel Institute denies Venezuelan leader Machado's attempt to transfer Peace Prize to Trump, affirming the award's permanence.