Top news of the day: Over 16 lakh people renounced Indian citizenship since 2011; Supreme Court to hear plea on Adani-Hindenburg issue on February 10, and more
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Over 16 lakh people renounced Indian citizenship since 2011, says government data
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar presented the details while replying to a question. He said the number of Indians who renounced their Indian citizenship in 2015 was 1,31,489, while 1,41,603 people gave it up in 2016 and 1,33,049 in 2017.
Hindenburg-Adani issue | Supreme Court agrees to hear plea on February 10
Last week, another PIL was filed in the apex court by advocate M.L. Sharma seeking prosecution of short-seller Nathan Anderson of U.S.-based firm Hindenburg Research and his associates in India and the U.S. for allegedly exploiting innocent investors and the “artificial crashing” of Adani Group’s stock value in the market.
Rajya Sabha adjourns over Adani-Hindenburg issue; Lok Sabha continues Budget discussion
Prime Minister Narendra Modi replied to the debate on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s address in the Rajya Sabha. Opposition members continued sloganeering throughout the Prime Minister’s speech, raising chants of “ PM-Adani bhai bhai“. They also demanded a joint parliamentary probe into the Adani-Hindenburg issue. After multiple adjournments due to the commotion, the Rajya Sabha was finally adjourned for the day. The Lok Sabha, meanwhile, resumed the discussion on the Union Budget 2023-24.
Victoria Gowri elevation | Government flagged Supreme Court need for mechanism to assess ‘personality’ of candidates
BJP cadre protest against DMK for delay in CETP at SIPCOT Perundurai, removed by police for unauthorized fast.
Three die as car plunges off bridge and catches fire in Gujarat; bodies sent for forensic examination.
Loka Kerala Sabha's approach paper outlines strategies to engage global Keralites in Kerala's economic and social development initiatives.
After being repeatedly disrupted for three consecutive days over issues ranging from the Governor’s address and alleged disrespect to the national anthem to demands for the resignation of the Excise Minister, among others, normalcy finally returned to the Legislative Council on Friday, with proceedings commencing.
JSS Polytechnic for the Differently Abled hosts Open Day and Science Expo, showcasing educational opportunities and student skills for 2026-27.
Water level in Mullaperiyar dam on Friday stood at 123.95 feet (the maximum permissible level is 142 ft.) with an inflow of 45 cusecs and a discharge of 933 cusecs.
GVMC Council meeting in Vizag erupts in chaos as YSRCP and NDA clash over land regularisation, with media barred from entry.
Belagavi Police implement strict rules to curb road accidents during the sugarcane harvest season, ensuring public safety.
Explore how China and India are transforming early childhood education to enhance cognitive development and secure economic futures.
The Brahmavar police have arrested two persons on the charge of sharing content derogating Sai Baba Temple on social media
AKPL launches Miyawaki afforestation training in Nellore to empower villagers in sustainable forest development and ecosystem preservation.
NCB's search in Mysuru found no drugs, clarifies Home Minister G. Parameshwara amid concerns over local drug networks.
Families spanning three generations were a common sight