Morning Digest | Modi discusses India-U.K. trade pact with Rishi Sunak; States should have a uniform policy on law and order, says Amit Shah; and more
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States should have a uniform policy on law and order: Amit Shah
Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Thursday that States should have a uniform law and order policy as certain crimes such as cross-border terrorism and cybercrimes transcend regional and international boundaries. Mr. Shah said that by 2024, to counter terror activities, each State would have a National Investigation Agency (NIA) office as the agency had been given “extra territorial jurisdiction” and additional powers to confiscate property in terror-related cases.
Sachin Pilot calls on Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge to discuss Rajasthan impasse
Former Deputy Chief Minister of Rajasthan Sachin Pilot met newly-elected Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday to discuss the political stalemate in the State, where a meeting of the Congress Legislative Party was aborted on September 25 due to a rebellion by Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot supporters.
PM Modi speaks to U.K. PM Rishi Sunak, discusses India-U.K. trade pact
Prime Minister Narendra on October 27 held a telephone conversation with the new British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. The discussion between the two leaders took place in the backdrop of the arrival of the U.K. Foreign Secretary James Cleverly who will participate in the special meeting of the U.N. Counter Terror Committee in Mumbai and Delhi.
BJP begins candidate selection exercise in Gujarat
Australia will eliminate tariffs on all Indian exports starting January 1, 2026, enhancing trade under the Economic Cooperation Agreement.
Sensex drops 346 points for the fourth consecutive day amid foreign fund outflows and low year-end trading activity.
The rupee fell 8 paise to 89.98 against the dollar amid foreign fund outflows and increased importer demand.
Explore the volatility of the Indian Rupee against the U.S. Dollar in 2025, driven by trade uncertainties and market pressures.
Silver futures soar 6% to ₹2.54 lakh/kg, crossing $80/ounce globally amid bullish trends and strong investor demand.
Stock markets gained momentum after a slow start, with Sensex rising 105.17 points and Nifty up 35 points.
Rupee dips 5 paise to 89.95 against the dollar amid foreign fund outflows and a sluggish equity market opening.
Direct flights from Chennai and Coimbatore to Navi Mumbai airport start December 29, enhancing travel options for passengers.
Survey highlights alarming harassment practices by banks in India, revealing widespread intimidation and threats during loan recovery efforts.
Akum Pharma's finance chief Rajkumar Bafna resigns, citing Delhi's severe pollution as his reason for departure.
Seven of India’s top-10 firms saw a combined market cap drop of ₹35,439.36 crore last week, led by SBI and Reliance Industries, while HDFC Bank, Infosys gained.
PMO directs Coal India to list all subsidiaries by 2030 to improve governance, transparency, and unlock asset value.
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