US President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed H-1B visa restrictions could have significant implications for India's economy. A report by the State Bank of India (SBI) suggests that while stricter visa rules might increase costs for Indian IT firms operating in the US, they could also encourage India to focus more on domestic manufacturing and economic independence. This potential shift aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) initiative,

The article highlights the significant increase in the number of wealthy individuals in India, specifically those reporting taxable incomes exceeding Rs 1 crore annually. Over 220,000 people now fall into this high-income bracket, with more than 100,000 of them joining in just the past three years. This sharp rise is attributed to the rapid economic growth in India, particularly in sectors such as technology, finance, and entrepreneurship. These industries have driven the creation of substant

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has raised concerns over the whereabouts of seven social media activists affiliated with the YSR Congress party who were reportedly arrested by the police for posting abusive messages against political rivals. The court admitted arguments on six habeas corpus petitions filed by the activists' family members and requested CCTV footage from the relevant police stations to determine the activists' status between November 4 and November 7. The state

The Andhra Pradesh High Court has ruled that a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) questioning the colors of Anna Canteen buildings is likely politically motivated. The Anna Canteens, established to provide affordable meals, have featured yellow and red colors since their inception, and there have been no recent changes to this scheme. The PIL was filed by Chandrasekhar Reddy, former president of the AP NGO Association, who alleged that the TDP was imposing its party colors on these government-f

The Telangana High Court has strongly criticized HYDRAA Commissioner Ranganath for conducting property demolitions without following legal procedures. During a hearing on Monday regarding a petition from affected parties, Ranganath appeared virtually to explain the demolitions. The court expressed frustration over the timing of the demolitions, questioning why they took place on a Sunday. Judges demanded to know if Ranganath was acting based on medi

The Supreme Court of India has taken a significant step by seeking a report from the Karnataka High Court concerning controversial comments made by Justice Vedavyasachar Srishananda. During a recent hearing focused on a landlord-tenant dispute, Justice Srishananda referred to a Muslim-majority area in Bengaluru as "Pakistan" and made a misogynistic remark about a woman lawyer. These statements have raised serious concerns about the conduct of judges and the implications of their wor

The TDP coalition government, which was formed three months ago, is currently facing a significant challenge with the ongoing privatization of the Vizag Steel Plant (VSP). The central government's push for privatization has led to strong opposition from workers' unions, who have intensified their agitation against the move. Despite their relay hunger strikes and protests, the central government remains steadfast in its privatization agenda. In a recent devel

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, who lost his diplomatic passport following recent election results, faced a significant legal hurdle in securing a new passport. Initially, his request for a 5-year regular passport was denied by the Vijayawada special court, which issued a passport valid for just one year. Displeased with this decision, Jagan canceled his planned trip to London and chose to challenge the court's ruling at the AP High Court. In a recent

The recent order by the Telangana High Court has stirred significant public interest regarding the political integrity of MLAs who have defected from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) to the Congress party. The court has directed the Assembly Speaker’s office to make a decision on the status of these MLAs, who include prominent figures such as Hyderabad MLA Danam Nagender, Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari, and Bhadrachalam MLA Tellam Venkat Rao. The petition, filed by BRS MLAs Koushik

Former Pakistan cricketer Saeed Ajmal recently expressed his deep admiration for Sachin Tendulkar, describing him as the most "honest and kind" cricketer he has ever met. Speaking at the GloFans High School Cricket Cup launch in Sharjah and Ajman, Ajmal recounted the joy of dismissing the legendary Indian batter, highlighting the honor and respect he holds for Tendulkar. Despite the competitive nature of cricket, Ajmal emphasized the mutual respect and kindness that characterized th

In a noteworthy development in the Delhi liquor policy case, the Supreme Court has questioned the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation's (CBI) approach, particularly their reliance on statements from former accused individuals who have turned approvers. Justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan expressed concerns about fairness, noting that these statements alone cannot be the

The recent rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor at a Kolkata government hospital has led to intense scrutiny and a high-profile investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The victim’s parents have petitioned the Calcutta High Court, alleging that the autopsy revealed a significant amount of semen in their daughter's body—150 mg—suggesting gang-rape. The postmortem report confirmed strangulation as the cause of death, along with numerous injury marks i

Former YCP minister Jogi Ramesh has encountered significant legal troubles following a police summons related to an attack on Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu’s residence. This development comes as Jogi Ramesh faces questions about his involvement in the attack, including who accompanied him and the identities of those who orchestrated it. The police are keen to establish the extent of Ramesh’s involvement and his role in the attack. In addition to the police summons,