SC dismisses plea challenging extension of ban on SIMI

New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) The Supreme Court today dismissed a plea challenging the extension of the five-year ban imposed on the Students Islamic Movement of India (SIMI), an organisation declared as an “unlawful association” under Section 3(1) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. A bench comprising Justice Vikram Nath and Justice Sandeep Mehta was…

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Three Indian firms clinch deal with Saudi’s Ma’aden for long-term DAP fertilizer supply

New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) Three prominent Indian Fertilizer Companies, Indian Potash Limited (IPL), Krishak Bharti Cooperative Limited or KRIBHCO, and Chambal Fertilizers and Chemicals Ltd (CIL), signed a long-term agreement with Saudi-based Ma’aden to increase the annual supply of Diammonium Phosphate or DAP. The formalization of the agreement took place during the visit of…

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Jaishankar meets SCO secy gen in Beijing, discusses ways to modernise SCO functioning

New Delhi, July 14 (UNI) External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, who is in China to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Foreign Minister’s meeting, today met SCO Secretary General Nurlan Yermekbayev and discussed the contribution and importance of the SCO and endeavours to modernise its functioning. “Glad to meet SCO SG Nurlan Yermekbayev in Beijing…

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Meghalaya businesses, entrepreneurs voice concern during a meeting with Sitharaman

Shillong, July 12 (UNI) Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman today chaired a stakeholder interaction here in Meghalaya, where she engaged directly with business leaders, entrepreneurs, industry representatives and citizens. During the interaction, stakeholders shared a range of observations and suggestions. Key issues included the need to ensure a balanced approach to development…

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A Year Since the Wedding that put India on the Global Map: Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s Enduring Union

It has been one year since the wedding of Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani captivated the nation and the world. Their marriage ceremony in 2024 transcended a mere social event to become India’s most widely followed cultural phenomenon—one that put India on the global map—with millions globally witnessing the beautiful and deeply meaningful rituals unfold…

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