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Feb112024 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Jagadish Shettar Open to Contesting LS Polls, Leaves Decision to BJP High Command

INDIA, SPECIAL, SPORTS, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

Bengaluru: Former Karnataka Chief Minister Jagadish Shettar, who recently made the switch from Congress back to BJP, expressed his willingness to contest in the upcoming Lok Sabha elections if directed by the party high command.In a statement to reporters, Shettar affirmed his readiness to vie for any parliamentary seat in the state, including the Dharwad constituency. He added that if not chosen as a candidate, he would continue his efforts for the party. However, he clarified that no party leader has approached him regarding the matter, and discussions in meetings have primarily focused on unity within the party.Shettar's statement holds significance, particularly regarding the Dharwad Parliamentary seat, currently held by Union Minister for Mines, Coal, and Law, Pralhad Joshi. W...

Feb102024 by TheStateLineNo Comments

CBT recommends 8.25 % rate of interest to EPF subscribers for FY2023-24

INDIA, SPECIAL, SPORTS, TOP STORIES

By PIB DelhiNew Delhi: The 235th meeting of Central Board of Trustees, EPF was held today on 10th February 2024 in Delhi under the Chairmanship of Shri Bhupender Yadav, Union Minister for Labour & Employment and Environment, Forest & Climate Change. The Vice-Chairman Shri Rameshwar Teli, Union Minister of State for Labour & Employment, Petroleum & Natural Gas and Co-Vice-Chairpersons Ms. Arti Ahuja, Secretary Labour & Employment and the Member Secretary Smt. Neelam Shami Rao, Central P F Commissioner were also present during the meeting.The Central Board recommended an annual rate of interest of 8.25% to be credited on EPF accumulations in members' accounts for the financial year 2023-24. This interest rate will be officially notified in the government gazette a...

Feb102024 by TheStateLineNo Comments

CAA Implementation Prior to Lok Sabha Elections: Amit Shah

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New Delhi: Union Home Minister Amit Shah has asserted that the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) will be enforced ahead of the Lok Sabha elections scheduled for April-May this year. Shah declared that the law, passed in 2019, will be implemented post the issuance of requisite regulations.Addressing concerns surrounding the CAA, Shah emphasized that the legislation is solely aimed at granting citizenship to individuals who faced persecution in Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Bangladesh, dismissing claims of it jeopardizing the citizenship of any Indian national."Our Muslim brothers are being misinformed and incited against the CAA," Shah stated, clarifying its humanitarian purpose.Looking ahead to the forthcoming general elections, Shah expressed confidence in the Bharatiya Janata Pa...

Feb102024 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Gaza: Palestinian Death Toll nears 28,000

SOUTH ASIA, SPECIAL, SPORTS, TOP STORIES, WORLD

Gaza: The Palestinian death toll resulting from ongoing Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip has surged to a staggering 27,947, as reported by the Hamas-run Health Ministry.In a press statement issued on Friday, the Ministry disclosed that a total of 67,459 Palestinians have sustained injuries in the coastal enclave since the eruption of the Israel-Hamas conflict in October last year, according to the news agency.The Ministry further highlighted the grim reality of the situation, indicating that Israeli forces have inflicted casualties with 107 Palestinians killed and 142 others wounded within the past 24 hours alone. Tragically, some victims remain trapped under the rubble amidst relentless bombardment, exacerbated by a dire shortage of civil defense and ambulance crews.Eyewitnes...

Feb102024 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Philippines Landslide: Death Toll Reaches 27, 89 Still Missing

SOUTH ASIA, SPECIAL, SPORTS, TOP STORIES, WORLD

Manila: The devastating landslide that struck villages in Davao de Oro province, southern Philippines, earlier this week has claimed the lives of 27 individuals, with 89 individuals still unaccounted for, according to authorities.In an updated statement released by the Maco municipal government, it was reported that 32 individuals have been rescued from the aftermath of the landslide. The catastrophic event unfolded on Tuesday night near a mining site in Maco town, burying several houses and two buses used to transport miners from the area.

Feb102024 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Amit Shah Set to Address Bihar BJP Legislators Ahead of Crucial Floor Test

INDIA, SPECIAL, SPORTS, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

Bodh Gaya: In a strategic move ahead of the impending floor test for the NDA government, Home Minister Amit Shah is anticipated to deliver a virtual address to Bihar BJP legislators during a two-day workshop slated in Bodh Gaya.With the floor test looming, BJP legislators, numbering 78 MLAs, are slated to convene in Bodh Gaya for the workshop over the weekend, on Saturday and Sunday. The BJP, leaving nothing to chance, has emphasized the importance of attendance, particularly urging MLAs to participate actively.In a parallel event, the JD-U has extended invitations to all 45 of its MLAs for a dinner gathering scheduled on February 11, on the eve of the floor test, hosted at the residence of Vijay Kumar Chaudhary.Scheduled for February 12, the floor test is expected to be a pivo...

Feb102024 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Karnataka: ED Conducts Raids on Congress MLA Nara Bharat Reddy’s Properties

INDIA, SPECIAL, SPORTS, STATE'S, TOP STORIES

Bengaluru: The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has initiated coordinated raids on 13 locations, including the residences and offices of Karnataka Congress MLA, Nara Bharat Reddy, in Bellary and Bengaluru. The search operations, which commenced on Saturday, also target properties belonging to Reddy's father, Surya Narayana Reddy, paternal uncle Pratap Reddy, and relative Satish Reddy.Four specialized teams, comprising a total of 20 ED officers, arrived in Bellary early in the morning to execute the raids. The operations are being conducted under the supervision of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).Nara Bharat Reddy, who represents the Bellary city constituency, had disclosed assets and properties valued at Rs 91.18 crore. His victory in the Assembly elections saw him triumph over...

Feb102024 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Escalating Gang Violence in Haiti Claims Over 1,100 Lives in January

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New York: The United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) has expressed deep concern over the surging unrest in Haiti's major cities, where over 1,100 individuals have fallen victim to gang violence in the first month of this year.Citing data from the UN Human Rights Office, OCHA revealed that the capital city of Port-au-Prince and other urban centers witnessed the highest number of casualties recorded in the past two years.The intensification of deadly violence during demonstrations has severely disrupted humanitarian operations, impeding efforts to assist civilians in dire need, particularly those residing in displacement sites. OCHA underscored that more than 313,000 individuals have been displaced across the country, exacerbating the humanitarian c...

Feb102024 by TheStateLineNo Comments

Will Kamal Nath and Vivek Tankha Jump Ship to BJP?

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New Delhi: Rumors are circulating within political circles suggesting that senior Congress stalwarts Kamal Nath and Rajya Sabha MP Vivek Tankha are contemplating a switch to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).Sources indicate that a previously derailed deal between Kamal Nath and the BJP has been resurrected, gaining traction with the support of key state BJP leaders, including Chief Minister Mohan Yadav and former Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan.The purported agreement was reportedly discussed during Chief Minister Mohan Yadav's recent visit to New Delhi, where meetings with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, and BJP President Nadda took place.According to sources, Kamal Nath is purportedly in line to secure a Rajya Sabha seat, while his son, the sole Co...

Feb102024 by TheStateLineNo Comments

‘Kaagaz 2’ Trailer Released: Satish Kaushik’s Final Film Advocates for Justice

ENTERTAINMENT, INDIA, SPECIAL, SPORTS, TOP STORIES

The much-awaited trailer of 'Kaagaz 2,' which marks the final directorial venture of Satish Kaushik, has been unveiled. Starring Anupam Kher, Darshan Kumar, Neena Gupta, and Smriti Kalra, the film delves into the theme of seeking justice for the common man.'Kaagaz 2' serves as a sequel to the 2021 Pankaj Tripathi starrer 'Kaagaz' and centers around the struggles faced by an ordinary individual in his pursuit for justice. Anupam Kher portrays the role of a lawyer who lends his support to the protagonist, played by Darshan Kumar.https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=930EDWBzDU8&t=1sThe trailer sheds light on fundamental rights such as the right to life, freedom of movement, and personal liberty, underscoring the core themes of the narrative.Directed by VK Prakash a...