Top news of the day: Over 16 lakh people renounced Indian citizenship since 2011; Supreme Court to hear plea on Adani-Hindenburg issue on February 10, and more
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Over 16 lakh people renounced Indian citizenship since 2011, says government data
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar presented the details while replying to a question. He said the number of Indians who renounced their Indian citizenship in 2015 was 1,31,489, while 1,41,603 people gave it up in 2016 and 1,33,049 in 2017.
Hindenburg-Adani issue | Supreme Court agrees to hear plea on February 10
Last week, another PIL was filed in the apex court by advocate M.L. Sharma seeking prosecution of short-seller Nathan Anderson of U.S.-based firm Hindenburg Research and his associates in India and the U.S. for allegedly exploiting innocent investors and the “artificial crashing” of Adani Group’s stock value in the market.
Rajya Sabha adjourns over Adani-Hindenburg issue; Lok Sabha continues Budget discussion
Prime Minister Narendra Modi replied to the debate on the Motion of Thanks to the President’s address in the Rajya Sabha. Opposition members continued sloganeering throughout the Prime Minister’s speech, raising chants of “ PM-Adani bhai bhai“. They also demanded a joint parliamentary probe into the Adani-Hindenburg issue. After multiple adjournments due to the commotion, the Rajya Sabha was finally adjourned for the day. The Lok Sabha, meanwhile, resumed the discussion on the Union Budget 2023-24.
Victoria Gowri elevation | Government flagged Supreme Court need for mechanism to assess ‘personality’ of candidates
Over 4.27 lakh students begin SSLC and Plus Two exams in Kerala, with various subjects and exam centers.
Discussion on major development projects, including drinking water, drainage, and parking systems, at the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee meeting.
Water Resources Minister Nimmala Ramanaidu has stated that Godavari Pushkaralu will be conducted from July 23 to August 3, 2027.
Rising obesity rates in India, particularly among women in South Indian States, highlighted with BMI data and PM Modi's advice.
Special educator Soumya Devadiga selected as coach for Indian team in Special Olympics Winter Games in Italy.
Gade Srinivasulu Naidu wins North Coastal Andhra Pradesh Teachers' Constituency election with overwhelming support from teachers.
Congress alleges BJP government in Madhya Pradesh plans to privatise 40% of forests, displacing tribals from their habitat.
Tamil Nadu Governor R.N. Ravi advocates renaming Indus Valley Civilization to Saraswathi Civilization, challenging historical narratives.
A study by researchers from NIMHANS, in collaboration with doctors from Australia, United Kingdom and some states in India, has found suicidal ideation and suicide attempts alarmingly high among college students across the country.
First trial run of disposing 10-tonne Union Carbide toxic waste in Pithampur begins after Supreme Court's decision.
Telangana tunnel collapse rescue updates: Follow the Hindu’s updates as Srisailam Left Bank Canal tunnel rescue operations enter the 11th day
First trial run of disposing 10-tonne Union Carbide toxic waste in Pithampur begins after Supreme Court's decision.
Rwanda-backed M23 rebels abduct 130 patients from hospitals in eastern Congo, escalating conflict and sparking international concern.