No ink signature, no official seal: Why India’s Law Ministry refused to deliver US SEC summons to Adani

India’s Law Ministry twice refused to serve US SEC summons to Gautam Adani and Sagar Adani, citing technical and legal objections. The SEC sought court permission to serve notices via email. The Ministry objected to the absence of an ink signature, official seal, and technical issues with the 'summons'. The SEC argued that the Hague Convention does not mandate such formalities. The Adani Group dismissed the SEC’s allegations as baseless.

India, UAE sign $3 billion LNG deal, agree to boost trade and defence ties at leaders' meeting

Exclusive: Investigation into Cambodia job scam points to a Pakistan link | India News - The Indian Express

An investigation by central agencies has revealed a Pakistani link in the Cambodia job scam that duped over 5,000 Indians with fake employment offers, forcing them into cyber crime activities. The scam was uncovered in 2024, with victims reporting recruitment by Pakistani agents. Forensic analysis traced IP addresses to servers and handlers in Pakistan, indicating a coordinated network targeting vulnerable job-seekers from various Indian states. The issue was discussed at the 'Anti-Terrorism Conference-2025' in December, highlighting the need for a wider net by agencies like the CBI and NIA. The central agencies have registered the IP addresses in the 'suspect registry', which has helped freeze accounts and save Rs 7,980 crore from fraudulent transactions. The scam is part of a larger trend of cyber scams targeting Indians, mainly run by Chinese operators from high-security compounds in Southeast Asia.

Trump invites PM Modi to be part of Gaza 'Board of Peace'

The Gaza Board of Peace, led by the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG) and Ali Shaath, aims to oversee demilitarisation, humanitarian relief, infrastructure rebuilding, and the establishment of a technocratic Palestinian administration. US President Donald Trump has invited Indian PM Modi to join the board, which includes high-profile figures such as Marco Rubio, Tony Blair, and Jared Kushner. The board's formation is part of phase two of Trump's 20-point peace plan, endorsed by UN Security Council Resolution 2803. While proponents see it as a pragmatic, US-led path to stability, critics question its legitimacy and Palestinian representation.

Asaduddin Owaisi interview: ‘Wrong to see AIMIM’s Maharashtra wins via prism of religion… what do secular parties have left?’ | Political Pulse News - The Indian Express

This interview with Asaduddin Owaisi, the AIMIM chief, discusses the party's improved performance in the Maharashtra civic polls, the shifting political choices of minority voters, and the challenges faced by secular parties. Owaisi emphasizes that AIMIM's success is not solely due to religious identity but also due to the party's focus on local issues and grassroots work.

Defence ministry to seek CCS approval to build 6 submarines under Project 75| India News

The Indian defence ministry plans to seek Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) approval for the construction of six air-independent propulsion (AIP) submarines under Project 75, in collaboration with Germany’s ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS). Estimated at $8 billion, the project aims to counter Pakistan's acquisition of eight Yuan-class AIP-equipped diesel attack submarines from China.

J&K: Encounter breaks out between security forces and terrorists in Kishtwar; operations under way | India News - The Times of India

An encounter has broken out between security forces and terrorists in the Chatroo area of Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, according to officials. The J&K Police confirmed that an operation is currently underway, with no casualties reported so far. This incident comes amid multiple drone sightings over the Line of Control and across the international border in the past week. The region has been placed on high alert ahead of Republic Day, with enhanced security arrangements and additional forces deployed.

PM Modi flags off India’s 1st Vande Bharat Sleeper train from Malda – check inaugural run details

This article reports on the inaugural run of India's first Vande Bharat Sleeper train, flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from Malda Town. The new semi-high-speed train, developed by BEML using ICF technology, is expected to revolutionize overnight rail travel by improving connectivity and reducing travel time between Howrah and Guwahati by up to six hours. It will serve regional cuisines and has a modern orange and grey color scheme.

DGCA slaps Rs 22.2 crore fine on IndiGo over December flight disruptions | Business News - The Indian Express

The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has imposed a fine of Rs 22.20 crore on IndiGo for operational lapses that caused widespread passenger inconvenience in December.

India's landmark tax ruling on investments via Mauritius rattles global investors

1 party, half the power: BJP now holds nearly 50% of Maharashtra's corporator seats

The latest municipal corporation elections in Maharashtra have highlighted the Bharatiya Janata Party's (BJP) significant dominance in urban areas, with the party now holding nearly 50% of the seats across the state's municipal corporations.