Conduct survey to identify families sans power connection: UPPCL
The Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Ltd (UPPCL) has ordered a state-wide survey to identify households without a valid electricity connection and persuade them to subscribe to one, in an attempt to curb electricity theft. The UPPCL chairman has issued guidelines for the survey and stated that documents such as family registers and ration card details should be used to identify families. The survey teams will check if a household has a formal power connection and if it is found to have one, no further action is required. Key Points
Hindustan TimesED crackdown on Sanjay Singh: A look at 8 high-profile politicians behind the bars
A number of senior leaders, including former ministers, are languishing in prison in connection to cases ranging from corruption to money-laundering. Here's a list. Key Points
mintED issues fresh summons to Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren in connection with money laundering probe
This is the tenth summons issued to Soren in connection with alleged land scam case. Earlier on 22 Jan, Soren was asked to be available for questioning between Jan 27 & 31. Key Points
ThePrintAhead of IPL, Jio launches broadband backup plan to boost streaming
The announcement comes just days ahead of the start of the Indian Premier League, which is set to stream on JioCinema. Jio says the new plan will be available starting March 30, just one day before the start of the tournament. Key Points
Economic TimesPunjab CM Bhagwant Mann, Delhi ministers to accompany Kejriwal to CBI office on Sunday: Sources
The CBI has summoned Kejriwal in connection with the excise policy case. He has been asked to be present at the agency's headquarters at 11 am on Sunday to answer queries of the investigating team, officials said. The central agency has already arrested former Delhi deputy chief minister Manish Sisodia in connection with the case. Key Points
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CBI searches Shajahan Sheikh's house in Sandeshkhali
CBI searches Sheikh's residence in Sandeshkhali, collects evidence in Akunchipara. Suspended TMC leader arrested for mob attack on ED officials during search for ration distribution scam. Videography & mapping done in Minakhan area. CBI gets custody from CID. Key Points
Economic TimesRahul Gandhi's ‘Nyay Yatra’ to be paused, Congress leader to appear before civil court in Sultanpur on Tuesday
Rahul Gandhi to appear before District Civil Court in Sultanpur for a defamation case. Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra paused, to resume from Fursatganj in Amethi at 2 pm. Key Points
mint10 Quotes by Shiv Nadar on Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Shiv Nadar is an Indian billionaire industrialist and philanthropist. He is the founder and chairman emeritus of HCL Technologies and the Shiv Nadar Foundation. Key Points
Times of IndiaSuspended Assam civil service officer arrested in connection with MPLAD scam
A suspended Assam Civil Service officer has been arrested in connection with an alleged Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) financial scam in Silchar. The officer, Sukanya Borah, was suspended last year for her alleged involvement in irregularities in projects funded by the MPLAD. Other officers, including a retired Public Works Department engineer and a Deputy Conservator of Forests, have also been arrested in connection with the same scam. | Latest News India Key Points
Hindustan TimesA power trip for rooftop solar, home EV charging
Amendments to electricity rules aim to accelerate rooftop solar projects, streamline EV charging connections, and expedite new electricity connections. Changes include waiving feasibility study for rooftop solar up to 10 KW and faster approval process. Key Points
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Ghaziabad man stabs wife to death after argument over making tea, arrested
A man allegedly stabbed his wife to death after an argument over making tea in Ghaziabad. He was arrested after his son filed a complaint with the police in connection with the case. Key Points
India TodayMan wanted for phone-snatching bid on Ghaziabad college girl killed in encounter
Jitendra alias Jeetu, wanted in connection with a phone-snatching bid on a college student, was killed in a police encounter in Ghaziabad. The robbery victim died of her injuries on Sunday. Key Points
India TodayInvestors need not be jittery; PM Modi coming back with good majority: Nirmala Sitharaman
The IMEC will connect Indian ports such as the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority, Mundra (Gujarat), and Kandla (Gujarat), with West Asian ones such as Fujairah, Jebel Ali, and Abu Dhabi in the UAE, and Saudi Arabian ports of Dammam, Ras Al Khair, and Ghuwaifat. Then there is a rail segment that will continue the IMEC and provide connection to the Saudi Arabian cities of Haradh and Al Haditha, onward to the port of Haifa in Israel. Key Points
Economic TimesED searches DLF’s Gurugram office in connection with money laundering probe against Supertech
Agency did not officially comment on DLF’s connection with the Supertech case. The searches are connected to the inquiry into the money diverted by Supertech builders, it is learnt. Key Points
ThePrintTejashwi Yadav's Delhi home raided by ED in land-for-jobs scam probe
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is conducting raids at Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Tejashwi Yadav's Delhi residence in connection with the land for jobs scam case. The ED sleuths are carrying out raids at the RJD leader's residence located in the New Friends colony in the national capital. Key Points
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After 3-hour questioning, ED arrests TMC's Shahjahan for non-cooperation
India News: Sheikh Shahjahan arrested after non-cooperative questioning. Faces 15-16 land grabbing complaints. ED seeks custody in Rs 12 crore properties attached Key Points
Times Of IndiaED attaches assets worth Rs 1.26 crore in Dehradun cyber fraud case
New Delhi [India], March 26 (ANI): The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has attached assets worth approximately Rs 1.26 crore linked to Dehradun-based A to Z Solutions, which is accused of duping foreign customers by providing fake online support services. The assets were attached in connection with a money laundering case involving A to Z Solutions — […] Key Points
ThePrintTeen shot after he confronts men harassing his sister, mother in Haryana
In Haryana's Palwal, a Class 10 student was shot after confronting men who were allegedly harassing his sister and mother. Police have filed a case against eight people in connection with the incident. Key Points
India TodayInstallation of rooftop solar units now easier & quicker
The government has amended the electricity rules to exempt households from a technical feasibility study for power systems up to 10 kW capacity. Consumers can obtain separate electricity connections for charging electric vehicles. The time frame for obtaining a new electricity connection has been reduced. An additional meter will be installed for verifying consumption and ensuring accuracy in billing. Key Points
Economic Times13 arrested for Mira Road clash near Mumbai, government says ‘zero tolerance’
Thirteen people have been arrested so far in connection with the violence that broke out in Mira Road on Sunday night. State Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said others involved in the incident are being identified as well. Key Points
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Haryana news: Bittu Bajrangi's brother set on fire, cow vigilante warns ‘arrest guilty soon or…’
Bittu Bajrangi's brother was attacked and set on fire by a group of men in Faridabad. Bittu Bajrangi, who was arrested in connection with the Nuh communal violence, has been granted bail. Key Points
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