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Captain proposal row: Retd Army officer HS Panag recalls how he handled such cases

Retired army officer HS Panag's intervention adds to growing list of retired senior military officers who have defended Bhardwaj after videos of the proposal.

Pakistan ‘forever grateful’ to Trump for India ceasefire intervention: PM Sharif

At an event marking the 250th anniversary of American independence, Shehbaz Sharif described Pakistan-U.S. ties as a "true and special relationship" spanning nearly eight decades

Reliance traders said to game plan in case RBI raises rates

Traders in Reliance Industries Ltd.’s treasury department are strategizing over where to park the company’s cash in case the Reserve Bank of India starts raising interest rates in the coming months.One proposal involves moving Reliance’s cash holdings from liquid mutual funds into short-dated money market instruments, people aware of the conglomerate’s thinking said. The switch may pay off because the yield spread between money-market papers and the benchmark rate has widened beyond its five-year average and is likely to narrow in the coming months, resulting in capital gains, the people said, asking not to be named as the information is private. Markets are currently expecting about 50 basis points of rate hikes this year, they said.Traders also mulled reducing allocation to longer-dated bonds, which tend to be more sensitive to interest-rate changes, the people said.The strategy discussion cited market expectations and the conglomerate didn’t take an explicit view on interest rates. Treasury departments typically consider a range of market scenarios when evaluating trading strategies.“We categorically deny the information you have provided in your email regarding our opinion on interest rates and the behaviour of the rupee,” a Reliance spokesperson said by email.131502003India's Overnight Swaps Reflect RBI Rate HikesThe view carries weight because Reliance runs one of the largest corporate treasuries in India. The discussion also come ahead of the Reserve Bank of India’s rate decision on Friday, where the central bank is expected to announce measures to support the rupee.While most economists — 29 out of 35 — surveyed by Bloomberg News expect the authority to keep the benchmark rate unchanged, they see the RBI adopting a hawkish stance to prepare markets for potential rate hikes later this year amid inflation pressures triggered by an oil price shock.India’s sovereign bond yields have remained broadly stable this quarter even as the rupee has slid to record lows. The currency has recovered in recent days, helped by RBI intervention and optimism that a US and Iran agreement may lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for the country’s energy imports.The rupee is down 6% this year and recently approached a record low of 97 per dollar. It has been hovering around 95-96 levels in recent days.Reliance’s traders expect the rupee to strengthen if a Middle East peace deal is reached and if the RBI takes measures to attract capital inflows, one of the people said. They have proposed that the owner of world’s largest oil-refining complex partly hedge its long-term forward contract positions as well as coupon payments dues in fiscal year starting March 2028, the person said.

FWICE withdraws non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh with immediate effect

FWICE has withdrawn its non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh with immediate effect, following intervention by IMPPA, Producers Guild, and CINTAA. The rollback came after Ranveer served a legal notice to the body. The controversy stemmed from his exit from Farhan Akhtar's Don 3 over creative differences and production delays.

CBSE OSM row: Centre replaces chairman, secretary; orders probe into exam evaluation system

The moves came after the intervention of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, people familiar with the development said.

MEA: No role for 3rd party to settle Nepal border row

India has firmly rejected any third-party involvement in its border dispute with Nepal, emphasizing that such matters are strictly bilateral. This response comes after Nepal's Prime Minister suggested the UK's intervention, citing the dispute's origins during British rule. India maintains that established bilateral mechanisms are in place to address all boundary issues.

Tobacco farmers seek government intervention amid falling prices

Currently, procurement prices range between ₹190 and ₹260 per kilogram at major auction centres in Nellore and Prakasam districts due to the sluggish international demand and over supply

The Hindu Impact | DDE Ernakulam’s missive to AEOs reminds RTE supercedes Aadhaar when it comes to school admission

This directive follows reports that nearly 88 migrant children were denied admission, primarily because they lacked Aadhaar cards. DDE’s intervention aims to facilitate their enrollment and access to essential educational resources.

Supreme Court seeks Centre’s response on plea over non-compliance with disability panels’ recommendations

The plea sought the top court’s intervention to address ‘existing gaps’ in the functioning of these ‘oversight bodies’ and ensure ‘meaningful’ protection of disability rights across India

Football legend Messi's ‘swaying’ statue from Mamata era taken down in Kolkata, may be relocated

Intervention by PWD followed complaints reportedly from local residents that the massive iron-and-fiberglass structure was swaying in high winds

Release 20 civilians held hostage, two northeast CMs appeal to Manipur captors

Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio seeks Home Minister Amit Shah’s intervention for the release of six Liangmai Nagas

Vinesh loses the bout but wins the fight

New Delhi: Defeat on the mat did not make Vinesh Phogat feel like a loser.After her comeback bid ended in the Asian Games selection trials on Saturday, the former world championships medallist declared that she had already won by returning to competition after motherhood and by standing up to a system she claimed had done everything possible to keep her away from wrestling."I have not failed at all. I am fighting the whole system and I am still standing with pride on the mat again," Vinesh toldafter her 4-6 semifinal loss to Meenakshi Goyat, while reiterating her ambition of competing at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.Minutes after suffering defeat, Vinesh launched a scathing attack on the wrestling administration, alleging discrimination, mental harassment and attempts to block her return to competitive wrestling despite court orders in her favour.Also read | IPL 2026 Purple Cap winner list: Most wickets, updated standings and bowling rankings"They wanted to stop me from returning to the mat, but I am standing here again. I am proud of what I have achieved in these 10 months."I know the system will continue to create challenges for me, but I have hope that through hard work I can leave the system behind and move forward," she added, refusing to view the semifinal defeat as a setbackVinesh, who was competing for the first time since her heartbreaking disqualification from the Paris Olympics final in 2024, said her biggest achievement was returning to elite competition after childbirth. She said returning to competition after motherhood and after months of legal and administrative battles felt like a victory."It has been only 10 months since my son was born. I am standing on the mat again and competing against the younger generation. I am proud of myself. I hope I can inspire my son and many women wrestlers," she said.Vinesh described the Delhi High Court order that enabled her participation in the trials as a landmark moment for women wrestlers seeking to return after motherhood."A girl is coming back to the mat after becoming a mother. The path has opened. Sooner or later there has to be a policy. Women wrestlers who want to return after becoming mothers should get a fair opportunity and some relaxation," she said.The 31-year-old alleged that even after the court's intervention, officials continued to create obstacles for her.Also read | Liverpool sack Slot after title defence turns into European scrambleShe said that she spent nearly an hour arguing with officials on Saturday morning after being informed she would be allowed to compete only in the 50kg category despite wanting to participate in 53kg."When I should have been focusing on my recovery and preparation, I was arguing with officials. They gave me a letter saying I could compete only in 50kg. It was mental harassment," she said.Vinesh claimed that the entire process was designed to put her at a disadvantage, alleging that stronger wrestlers were deliberately placed in her draw and that scheduling decisions drained her energy before the semifinal."I was not given a fair deal. All the strong girls in my category were put in my path. The bouts were scheduled in a manner that affected my energy levels," she alleged.Despite the grievances, Vinesh accepted responsibility for her defeat and admitted that a lack of competitive exposure and endurance hurt her performance."I accept my defeat. I will work harder and return stronger. Fitness and endurance were issues, but more than that, I needed competitions. I had not competed for nearly two years. This was my first tournament after becoming a mother," she said.She insisted that Saturday's performance convinced her that she still has enough ability to compete with the country's best wrestlers."I was motivated today. I know I can beat the younger girls. I still have that courage and belief. If I work hard, I know I can come back stronger."Asked whether the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics remained a target, Vinesh replied in the affirmative."Definitely. I have come back to the mat for Los Angeles," she said.The wrestler reserved some of her strongest criticism for the sports administration, questioning why no institution had intervened despite repeated disputes surrounding her participation."The government, the Sports Ministry, the IOA -- nobody is taking a stand. This is very sad. If athletes have to survive despite the system, then something is seriously wrong," she said.She also alleged that many young wrestlers privately supported her but were afraid to speak openly against administrators."A lot of girls were happy to see me back on the mat. They come and talk to me but they are scared. They know what can happen if they speak against powerful people," she said.Vinesh, however, clarified that she has no complaints against fellow wrestlers and said athletes should not be blamed for the larger issues within the sport."The kids are not at fault. I don't have anger towards any athlete. The problem is with the people who manipulate and control the system," she said.

Now drug inspectors to audit spas, salons and massage centres

Drug regulators are launching surprise audits of salons, spas, and massage centres to crack down on the administration of injectables and subcutaneous devices by unqualified workers. The move follows a DCGI directive clarifying that any needle-based treatment constitutes a medical intervention.

Kerala’s Pariyathukavu residents hope government intervention will put an end to eviction threat

Pariyathukavu, a settlement in Ernakulam district, occupied by seven Dalit families for decades, has become the epicentre of a socio-political controversy with attempts to evict the residents, who have been engaged in a prolonged legal battle to protect their homes. G. Ragesh visits the area to gauge the gravity of the situation as both the residents and the claimants of the land await anxiously for finality

Naidu orders Zero FIR mechanism to curb cyber crime

Chief Minister directs immediate registration of complaints through proposed cyber war room to enable swift bank intervention, while unveiling a multi-pronged strategy to tackle online fraud and digital arrest scams

Twisha Sharma’s ashes immersed in Rishikesh; family recalls her deep bond with Ganga river

Twisha Sharma's ashes were immersed in the Ganga at Rishikesh, a place she deeply cherished. Her family is determined to pursue justice in the high-profile Bhopal case, acknowledging it's an early stage of a significant struggle against powerful individuals. They expressed hope for government and judicial intervention to set a precedent.

Border row: Opposition urges government’s intervention to ease tensions in Kotia

Kollam merchant’s body to organise dharna on May 30

Seeks immediate government intervention to address the issues of those working in hotel, bakery, and catering sectors

RBI expected to hike repo rate by year-end

The Reserve Bank of India will keep its key interest rate unchanged at 5.25% in June, according ​to most economists in a Reuters poll, although ​a majority now expect at least one increase by year-end due to risks from high oil ​prices and pressure on the rupee from weak capital inflows.India's still-benign inflation at 3.48% in April, below the RBI's 4% medium-term target for over a year, gives the central bank scant reason to act urgently.But, with crude oil prices hovering about 30% over levels seen before the U.S.-Israeli war ‌with Iran, the rupee ⁠down roughly ⁠6% for the year and wholesale inflation accelerating sharply in April, a growing number of economists now expect policy action may eventually be needed to limit ​the pass-through to inflation.Nearly 80% of economists, 44 of 56, in the May 22-29 Reuters poll expected the Monetary Policy Committee to keep the ​repo rate unchanged at 5.25% on June 5.Also Read: Repo rate hike not on the cards, for now, says Ram Singh, external member of MPCAmong other respondents, 11 forecast a 25-basis-point hike and one expected a bigger 50-basis-point increase. In an April poll only one respondent predicted a June rate lift."With growth facing downside risks while inflation faces strong upside ​pressures, we expect the RBI to hold rates steady in June... as supply ⁠shocks perceived as ‌temporary might not warrant an interest rate action immediately," said Aditya Vyas, chief economist at STCI ​Primary Dealer."Interest rates are ​not a good tool to counter large supply shocks. Also, I do not think the RBI ⁠MPC will increase rates to defend the rupee since it is beyond the ​remit of the MPC and precedents provide evidence it is not an effective antidote to ​depreciation."But not everyone agrees the RBI should keep rates steady.Also Read: RBI warns prolonged West Asia conflict could hit India’s economy"Without any hikes the financial market perception that domestic policies remain unaligned with tight global financial conditions will continue to grow, inflating risks of repeated or renewed speculative pressures on the exchange rate," said ANZ economist Dhiraj Nim.A shift to a "hawkish" policy stance would be prudent, he added.The central bank has already spent billions of dollars to slow the rupee's decline as a global risk-off environment accelerates foreign outflows from India.Meanwhile, other Asian central banks have ‌already begun tightening policy to shore up their currencies. Bank Indonesia delivered a surprise 50-basis-point rate hike last week, and the Philippines' central bank raised rates 25 basis points in April.India, Indonesia and the Philippines ​are especially exposed ​as higher oil import costs coincide ⁠with capital outflows driven by investors seeking safer assets.Still, when asked if the RBI should consider using monetary policy alongside FX intervention to cushion the rupee's fall, a majority of economists, 14 of 18, said no.Poll medians showed the central bank would raise ​interest rates by 25 basis points in the fourth quarter and again in the third quarter of 2027. Most economists expected at least one 25-basis-point rate increase by end-2026 compared with expectations in the April survey for no rise through 2027.Mizuho's head of macro research Vishnu Varathan said the RBI hiking rates was "a matter of when not if", and argued moving "sooner rather than later at the August meeting makes sense and mitigates unnecessary pain".

The Great Reset: Why Congress' Karnataka Intervention Marks a Break From the Past

Congress fast-tracked Karnataka’s leadership swap, signalling a sharper, election-focused approach unlike past faction battles that dragged on for months.