Search Results for: Foreign Exchange Regulation Act

Pedro Mota, YouTuber from Netherlands harassed in B'luru; Police swing into action

Karnataka Police have vowed to take action in connection to an incident in Bengaluru where a YouTuber from the Netherlands was harassed by a local.

Jun 12, 2023

Gujarat braces for extremely severe cyclone 'Biparjoy'

The cyclonic storm 'Biparjoy' continues its journey northwards in the east-central Arabian Sea, placing Gujarat and Pakistan's coastal regions under high alert, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD).

Jun 12, 2023

RBI averse to crypto but is all set to float CBDC; FinMin weighs options [details]

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has made no bones about it being averse to crypto currency, ever since it emerged on the horizon in the country a few years ago.

Jun 11, 2023

Classified Documents Case: Trump faces 37 charges

The US Justice Department has charged former President Donald Trump with 37 counts in connection with his handling of classified documents from his presidency that he carried with him while leaving the White House

Jun 10, 2023

ED issues showcause notice to Xiaomi over FEMA violation; what does it mean [details]

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday said that the Adjudicating Authority has issued showcause notices to Xiaomi Technology India Private Limited, its officials and three banks under the relevant provision of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) on the basis of a complaint filed by the probe agency in connection with illegal remittances made by the company to the tune of Rs 5,551.27 crore.

Jun 9, 2023

Japan Passes Bill Allowing Deportation of Repeat Refugee Status Applicants

Japan's upper house of parliament on Friday passed a contentious bill to amend an immigration and refugee law allowing for authorities to deport foreign nationals who apply for refugee status multiple times.

Jun 9, 2023

"With Great Power Comes Great Responsibility": Delhi court convicts SI in bribery case, quotes 'Marvel' maxim

A Delhi court on Thursday convicted a police sub-inspector, who was posted at Lodhi Colony police station, in a bribery case, observing that power cannot be enjoyed simply for its privileges alone, but it necessarily makes its holders morally responsible.

Jun 8, 2023

Wrestlers' Protest: Sports Minister Anurag Thakur holds talks with protesters

The talks took place today at Thakur's residence, following a late-night invitation extended to the wrestlers via Twitter

Jun 7, 2023

Inspired by web series, 3 UP boys attempt to loot jewellery shop

Three minor boys took inspiration from a popular web series, and attempted to loot a jeweller's shop in the Maidoan area of the state capital.

Jun 5, 2023

US to temporarily import Chinese cancer drug to ease shortage

In a bid to ease the ongoing shortage of chemotherapy in the US, the country's Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has allowed for a temporary import of the cancer drug made in China.

Jun 4, 2023

Why law panel believes colonial provision used to jail the Mahatma Gandhi must stay

The Law Commission of India has recommended that the 153-year-old colonial law on sedition -- which was used by the colonial government against leaders of the stature of Lokmanya Tilak and Mahatma Gandhi -- be retained.

Jun 4, 2023

J&K Police announces Rs 10L reward for information on Rajouri terror attack perpetrators

Operation Trinetra: One more terrorist killed in J&K's Rajouri; three trapped in forest area [details]

Launched in the first week of May, Army's "Operation Trinetra" has intensified in Rajouri to flush out all active terrorists in this border district of Jammu and Kashmir.

Jun 3, 2023

Second infiltration attempt foiled on Jammu border in last 24 hours; PAK intruder killed [details]

Amid night curfew on the border, one Pakistani intruder tried to sneak into this side taking advantage of incessant rains in the area.

Jun 1, 2023

"Not seeking any int'l support, battle we fight is ours alone": Rahul Gandhi at Stanford

In his address at the Stanford University, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi clarified he was not seeking any international support and said that "our fight is ours".