Top news of the day: Rahul Gandhi moves Supreme Court against Gujarat High Court verdict in defamation case; India, UAE agree on trade settlement in local currencies, and more
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Top news updates from The Hindu on July 15, 2023
Criminal defamation case | Rahul Gandhi moves SC for suspension of his conviction
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on July 15 approached the Supreme Court against the Gujarat High Court’s refusal to stay his conviction in a criminal defamation case. The petition is likely to be mentioned for early hearing A single Judge Bench of the High Court had found no merit in Mr. Gandhi’s plea to suspend the conviction for him to appeal.
India, UAE to settle trade in respective currencies
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on July 15 held comprehensive talks with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan to further deepen the multi-faceted bilateral ties and announced that the two countries have agreed to start trade settlement in their currencies. In his remarks after meeting the UAE President, Mr. Modi said India-UAE trade witnessed a 20 per cent increase since the signing of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement last year.
India, China should find a mutually acceptable solution to resolve border issue: Wang Yi
Top Chinese diplomat Wang Yi in his meeting with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in Jakarta has said that both countries should find a mutually acceptable solution to the border problem without letting “specific issues” define the overall relationship. Mr. Jaishankar has also made it very clear to China that until there is peace and tranquillity in border areas, the relationship between the two countries cannot progress.
Yamuna River water level recedes slowly, concerns remain amid rain forecast
Minimum temperatures rise in Kashmir as Chillai Kalan ends, signaling the start of Chillai Khurd and potential wet weather ahead.
NCP leaders meet CM Fadnavis amid uncertainty over the party's future following Ajit Pawar's tragic death in a plane crash.
Mangaluru's Kankanady bypass road will soon be upgraded to concrete, with utility lines being shifted to facilitate construction.
Chakrasiddh’s CSET Protocol Reverses AVN Stage III in 35 Days – Published Proof
After mandating pet dog licensing and microchipping, Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) bids to do the same for cattle to curb stray cattle issues and man-animal conflicts in the streets. The civic body has moved to make it compulsory for cattle owners to obtain licenses for their animals across all zones.
BJP assures justice for all following Supreme Court's stay on UGC Equity Regulations, emphasizing fairness in higher education.
Amit Shah accuses Rahul Gandhi of disrespecting the North East by refusing to wear 'gamosa' at a Republic Day event.
iQOO on Friday announced that it is going to use Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor in its upcoming launch of iQOO 15R. The Chinese smartphone maker also confirmed the Dark Knight colour of the phone
Tragic elopement leads to husband and uncle's suicides; woman and lover arrested for abetment in Karnataka.
British Deputy High Commissioner Gareth Wynn Owen visits Medaram's Sammakka-Saralamma Maha Jatara, participating in traditional rituals and learning about its significance.
At just 15, Rhea Nadkarni aims high in cricket as she prepares for the Speed Queen finals in Mumbai.
Shashi Tharoor clarifies his stance on issues, emphasizing pro-India views while affirming loyalty to Congress amidst party tensions.
Karnataka contractors threaten a strike over ₹37,370 crore in unpaid bills, alleging increased kickback demands under the Congress government.