India's Tax Amendment Bill Aims to Boost FDI, Jobs and Digital Payments

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey Sign Mutual Defence Pact in Mecca

Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey have signed a new defence agreement in Mecca, committing each nation to mutual defence in the event of an armed attack. The pact strategically combines Saudi Arabia's financial resources, Turkey's defence manufacturing capabilities, and Pakistan's military strength. The deal comes at a time of heightened regional tensions involving Iran, Israel, and the United States. Analysts see the agreement as a significant step toward building a new regional security architecture in the Muslim world.

Exiled Bangladeshi cricket star willing to return, face murder trial if safety assured

Heavy Rain Floods Delhi Streets, Red Alert Issued for More Rainfall

Intense rainfall inundated low-lying areas of Delhi, causing widespread waterlogging and significant traffic disruptions across the city. Residents of Valmiki Basti were seen wading through waist-deep floodwater, a recurring problem the locality has faced for decades. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi logged multiple complaints related to waterlogging and fallen trees throughout the capital. Key locations including Mahipalpur T-Point were among the worst-affected stretches, slowing movement on major roads. The India Meteorological Department issued a red alert warning of further heavy rainfall in the region.

Supreme Court declines to stay HC order directing Mahua Moitra to join probe

The Supreme Court bench of Justices Dipankar Datta and Sheel Nagu declined to interfere with a High Court directive requiring Krishnanagar MP Mahua Moitra to join an investigation. The court made pointed remarks questioning why there was fear around participating in the political process, invoking the imagery of freedom fighters facing bullets. Senior advocate Gopal Sankaranarayanan, representing Moitra, argued that she should be permitted to appear before the investigating officer virtually, citing legal provisions allowing such an option. The bench, however, was not inclined to grant relief from the High Court's existing direction. The matter pertains to Moitra's obligation to cooperate with an ongoing investigation.