ED reply to Kejriwal plea against arrest: 'Didn't oppose remand, can't disregard approver at probe stage'
Delhi CM's writ petition to be heard in Delhi High Court today. In counter-affidavit, ED reiterated that Kejriwal is 'kingpin and key conspirator' in excise policy scam case. Key Points
ThePrintGDP growth to moderate to 6.8pc in FY25 due to high interest rate, fiscal consolidation: Crisil
Mumbai, Mar 6 (PTI) India’s real GDP growth will moderate to 6.8 per cent in FY2025 from the 7.6 per cent expected in the ongoing fiscal, Crisil Ratings said on Wednesday. Higher interest rates and demand being tempered by lower fiscal impulse will lead to the moderation of growth, the leading domestic ratings agency said. […] Key Points
ThePrintIndia to grow 6.5% in FY25, down from 6.9% this fiscal: Ind-Ra
India's economy is expected to grow by 6.5% in the fiscal year 2024-25, supported by sustained government capex, soft global commodity prices, and signs of growth in the private corporate capex cycle, according to India Ratings and Research. The forecast aligns with the International Monetary Fund's projection but is below the Reserve Bank of India's estimate of 7%. Key Points
Economic TimesLook out circular issued against Byju’s founder Raveendran to prevent him from leaving India
Edtech firm Byju’s is under ED scanner for alleged FEMA violation through remittance of Rs 9362.35 crore which the agency believes may have caused a loss to the exchequer. Key Points
ThePrintIsrael vows to stop UN agency activities in Gaza; blames it for Hamas attack
Israel vows to stop UNRWA from operating in Gaza after accusing staff of involvement in an attack. Donors, including the US, Australia, Canada, and Italy, have suspended funding to the agency. Hamas criticizes Israeli threats against UNRWA. Key Points
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Maharashtra ATS arrests one person for ‘passing on sensitive information’ to Pakistan-based operatives
In its press note, the agency said the suspect was in touch with the operatives through social media. Three others have been booked in the case. Key Points
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Reuters News AgencyUS agency streamlines probes related to artificial intelligence
Investigations of cases where artificial intelligence (AI) is used to break the law will be streamlined under a new process approved by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, the agency said on Tuesday. Key Points
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Reuters News AgencyEXO's D.O. leaves agency after 12 years, Suho assures fans against disbandment
EXO consists of Xiumin, Suho, Lay, Baekhyun, Chen, Chanyeol, D.O., Kai and Sehun. D.O. is the first member to leave their agency. Key Points
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US SEC chief says government shutdown would reduce agency to 'skeletal' staff
Wall Street's top regulator on Wednesday told U.S. lawmakers that a looming shutdown of the federal government would reduce his agency's staffing to "skeletal" levels. Key Points
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Reuters News AgencyED questions Jayant Patil’s brother in connection with probe against a firm
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has questioned the brother of former Maharashtra minister Jayant Patil in connection with a money-laundering investigation. The agency has been investigating alleged irregularities at Sangli's Rajarambapu Sahakari Bank and at Infrastructure Leasing and Financial Services (IL&FS). The ED had previously questioned Patil himself in May. | Mumbai news Key Points
Hindustan Times57 swimmers were struck down with sickness and diarrhea after competing in open water at a world championship: report
Dozens of swimmers fell ill following a triathlon in Sunderland, England. A sample of the water taken by the Environment agency was found to have high levels of E. Coli. Key Points
InsiderUS FTC official withdraws case against Microsoft-Activision deal before internal agency judge
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission official on Thursday withdrew the agency's case before an in-house judge that sought to block Microsoft's (MSFT.O) $69 billion acquisition of game-maker Activision (ATVI.O). Key Points
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NIA raids premises linked to Popular Front of India supporters in Kerala, Karnataka, Bihar
The National Investigation agency (NIA) raided a few houses at Kondotty and Nilambur in the district on Wednesday. The raids were a part of a nationwide drive against those having links with the banned Popular Front of India (PFI). Key Points
The HinduRisks Posed by AI Technology Spur Calls for New Regulatory Agency
ChatGPT’s Sam Altman supports licensing plan, but ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt says U.S. isn’t ready to write the rules Key Points
mintArvind Kejriwal questioned for nearly nine hours by CBI in Delhi excise policy case
The chief of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) arrived at the heavily fortified agency headquarters at around 11 am today in his official black SUV. He was then taken to the first-floor office of the Anti Corruption Branch where he was quizzed by the investigation team. After about nine hours of questioning, Kejriwal left the building at around 8.30 pm. Key Points
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Reuters News AgencyThe meaning behind the blue ribbons worn at the Oscars
The ribbons were made by Knotty Tie Co., which the agency says provides employment, training and education to refugees resettled in the Denver area. Key Points
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ED searches premises of Jharkhand CM Soren's press adviser in Rs 1,250 crore illegal mining case
Premises of Sahibganj DC and DSP searched too. Eight people have been arrested in the case, including Hemant Soren’s MLA representative Pankaj Mishra, the 'kingpin' according to ED. Key Points
ThePrintMoody’s affirms India’s Baa3 rating with stable outlook
“Moody's expects India's economic growth to outpace all other G20 economies through at least the next two years, driven by domestic demand,” the rating agency said in justification of affirmation of Indias rating. The agency also lauded the governments efforts on infrastructure, which it noted, had led to improvements in logistic performance and quality of trade and transport-related infrastructure. Key Points
Economic TimesJapan earthquake toll rises to 62, officials warn of landslides, heavy rain
The death toll in the powerful 7.6 magnitude earthquake that struck Japan's Ishikawa prefecture on Monday rose to 62 with more than 300 injured. While rescue operations are still ongoing, the Japan Meteorological agency (JMA) issued a heavy rain warning in the area. Key Points
India Today‘Deficiency’ in service: FIR HC exempts ‘Jaguar’ director from appearing before probe agency
Gupta has been booked in a FIR registered at police station Sector-8, Faridabad, under Sections 120 b (criminal conspiracy), 420 (cheating), and 406 (criminal breach of trust) of the IPC. The FIR was registered on January 19 this year, on the complaint of Kawal Sikka, a resident of Faridabad, who bought the Ranger Rover SUV. Key Points
The Indian ExpressBlackpink's Rose dating Kang Dong Won? Her agency reacts
Blackpink member Rose was rumoured to be dating actor Kang Dong Won. They recently attended a private party together. Key Points
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Indian Inc's Profit Margin Narrows In Q3 On High Inflation: Report
India Inc's operating profit margin narrowed by a sharp 2.37 per cent in the December quarter to 16.3 per cent on an annual basis due to inflation and rising energy costs, ratings agency Icra said today. Key Points
NDTV.comKejriwal's direct address to court, ED's 'evasive' charge — what happened at Delhi CM's custody hearing
Delhi court extended agency's custody of Kejriwal by 4 days. ASG argued investigating officers need to confront Kejriwal with AAP Goa members whose statements were being recorded. Key Points
ThePrintPM Modi to inaugurate second edition of Kashi Tamil Sangamam in Varanasi today
Prime Minister Narenda Modi is set to inaugurate the second edition of the Kashi Tamil Sangamam today. The Union Ministry of Education will be the nodal agency for this event. Key Points
India TodayRBI rate cut possible only after July 2024: Icra
India's domestic ratings agency Icra predicted that Reserve Bank of India will only cut interest rates in Q3 of 2022. Icra said the cuts will be around 0.50%-0.75%. The agency said a rate hike is only possible if headline inflation stays above 6% for two consecutive quarters. Key Points
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