12:07:52 AM IST, 02 March 2024
Here’s the wrap: Top highlights of the day
- India’s foreign exchange reserves up by $2.98 bn to $619.07 bn as of Feb 23
- PM lays basis stone for improvement initiatives value over Rs 7,200 cr in West Bengal
- Bengaluru Cafe Blast: Timer was mounted for blast to occur after 1 hour, says D Okay Shivakumar
- India’s energy consumption rises over 8 computer to 127.79 billion models in Feb
- Cafe explosion is a bomb blast, will discover these behind it: Karnataka DGP
- Paytm: FIU-IND imposes penalty of Rs 5.49 crore on Paytm Payments Bank for PMLA breach
- Google Removes Info Edge (India)’s property search app 99Acres in Play Store enforcement motion
- In a primary, 4 IAF models to obtain President’s Standard and Colours
11:34:44 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Bengaluru Cafe Blast: Case registered below UAPA and Explosive Substances Act
Bengaluru Police have lodged a case relating to the explosion at Rameshwaram Cafe, a well known institution within the metropolis on Friday. The submitting consists of costs below the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and Explosive Substances Act, underscoring the gravity of the incident.
11:33:13 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Jammu & Kashmir: Ganderbal’s Sonamarg receives recent snowfall
10:58:25 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Nagaland meeting expresses concern on Assam govt’s plans to ban ‘magical healing’
Nagaland Assembly raised concerns about the Assam Healing (Prevention of Evil) Practices Bill, asserting it could impact secularism. Deputy Chief Minister TR Zeliang initiated a debate, emphasizing Christian Healing’s compassionate nature regardless of religious ties. He argued that labeling it as magical healing insults the spiritual dimensions of Christian faith. Zeliang highlighted Northeast India’s religious diversity, emphasizing the region’s unique unity in diversity.
10:25:50 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Delhi: BJP national president JP Nadda arrives at Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s residence
10:21:39 PM IST, 01 March 2024
In a first, 4 IAF units to receive President’s Standard and Colours
In a historic first, four units of the Indian Air Force will receive prestigious ‘President’s Standard and Colours’ from President Droupadi Murmu at the Hindan air base on March 8. Murmu will be awarding the President’s Standard to 45 Squadron and 221 Squadron and the President’s Colours to 11 Base Repair Depot and 509 Signal unit, the defence ministry said. It will be the first time in history of the IAF that four units will be awarded President’s Standard and Colours together, it said. The award of the President’s Standard and Colours is the highest military honour for any armed forces units. The four units selected for the coveted awards have stellar contributions in the IAF’s history.
We’re not attempting to sever our economic relationship with China, US believes trade with China is beneficial
– Janet Yellen
09:57:05 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Karnataka Governor visits Bengaluru blast victims
Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot today met those injured in the Bengaluru cafe blast, in a city hospital
09:47:44 PM IST, 01 March 2024
A C-130J transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force encounters unserviceability during a routine sortie in Hyderabad
A C-130J transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force encountered an unserviceability during a routine sortie in Hyderabad, Telangana, today. The crew carried out actions as per the stated procedures and safely landed at Begumpet airport. There were no injuries to any occupants and no damage to the aircraft: Defence PRO
09:37:32 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Delhi court orders Bloomberg to remove ‘defamatory’ article against Zee
Read more: Delhi court orders Bloomberg to remove ‘defamatory’ article against Zee
The objective is straight-forward. All we are saying to this government in Telangana and also to the people of Telangana is that Kaleshwaram is the world’s largest lift irrigation project, which is a holistic project with several components. We have done almost 90% of the work, the new government only has to complete the distributary channels, which will help provide water to 20 lakh acres
– BRS Working President KT Rama Rao
We will not spare the Land Mafia!
– Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma during his interaction with a local who complained to him about her house being illegally occupied
08:36:16 PM IST, 01 March 2024
NEFT sets record: 4,10,61,337 transactions on Feb 29
NEFT system has achieved a milestone on February 29, 2024, by processing 4,10,61,337 transactions, the highest number of transactions processed in a day so far: RBI
08:35:04 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Google Removes Info Edge (India)’s property search app 99Acres in Play Store enforcement action
It was a low-intensity blast. A youth came and kept a small bag which exploded after an hour. About 10 people received injuries. 7-8 teams formed to probe the incident. We are looking at all angles. I ask every Banglorean to not worry
– Karnataka Dy CM DK Shivakumar
08:07:36 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Abu Dhabi: BAPS Hindu Temple inaugurated by PM Modi, today opens for public
On the opening of BAPS Hindu Temple for the general public, a newly wedded couple says, “It is a very good opportunity for us to come here and take blessings of god. This place is beautiful and we are really happy to be here on the first day of our marriage.”
07:59:52 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Proceeds of crime funneled via Paytm bank accounts: FinMin
Proceeds of crime were routed through bank accounts maintained with Paytm Payments Bank by entities engaged in illegal activities: FinMin
It is a protocol that if the President or Prime Minister visits, the CM has to meet them
– West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee
07:25:39 PM IST, 01 March 2024
PepsiCo rolls out new globe logo in India
“The new logo thoughtfully borrows equity from Pepsi’s past, whilst incorporating modern elements to create a look that is unapologetically current and undeniably Pepsi. “The fresh design language reflects the invigorating spirit of Indian youth and their boundless pursuit of possibilities,” Shailja Joshi, Category Lead, Pepsi Cola, PepsiCo India, said.
07:18:37 PM IST, 01 March 2024
1993 serial train blasts case
CBI to challenge before Supreme Court Abdul Karim Tunda’s acquittal
07:12:24 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Women’s Premier League
Uttar Pradesh Warriorz win toss and opt to bowl against Gujarat Giants in Women’s Premier League in Bengaluru
07:05:33 PM IST, 01 March 2024
PMLA violations: FIU-IND imposes INR 5.49 crore penalty on Paytm Payments Bank
- FIU-IND, empowered by Section 13(2)(d) of PMLA, imposed a penalty on Paytm Payments Bank
- A monetary penalty of Rs. 5,49,00,000 was levied on Paytm Payments Bank Ltd.
- Violations relate to PMLA, PML Rules (2005), and guidelines issued by the Director FIU-IND.
- FIU-IND initiated the review based on information from law enforcement regarding illegal activities, including online gambling.
- Violations include non-compliance with Rules 7(3), 2(1)(g), 8(2), 3(1)(D), 9(12), and 9(14) of PML Rules.
- Proceeds of crime from illegal operations, notably online gambling, were routed through Paytm Payments Bank Ltd.
- A notice was issued, citing violations in AML/CFT/KYC safeguards for payout services and beneficiary accounts.
- After reviewing Paytm’s submissions, Director FIU-IND found the charges substantiated.
- On February 15th, 2024, a penalty of Rs. 5,49,00,000 was imposed by the Director under Section 13, PMLA.
- The penalty was deemed appropriate considering the evidence and findings related to Paytm’s non-compliance.
07:00:20 PM IST, 01 March 2024
India’s power consumption surges 8% in February
In February, India’s power consumption surged by over 8% to 127.79 Billion Units, compared to the previous year’s 118.29 BU, as per government data. The leap year with 29 days slightly elevated the growth rate. Peak power demand met reached 222 GW, up from 209.76 GW in 2023 and 193.58 GW in 2022. Experts attribute the increase to low temperatures, especially in North India, prompting higher usage of heating appliances like heaters and geysers during the extended cold wave.
06:44:39 PM IST, 01 March 2024
MEA on the loss of lives in Northern Gaza
We are deeply shocked at the loss of lives in Northern Gaza yesterday during the delivery of humanitarian assistance. Such loss of civilian lives and the larger humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to be a cause for extreme concern. We reiterate our call for safe and timely delivery of humanitarian aid and assistance: Ministry of External Affairs
06:40:34 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Nagaland Assembly adopts resolution against decision to fence Indo-Myanmar border
The Nagaland Assembly adopted a resolution urging the Central government to reconsider its decision to fence the Indo-Myanmar border and abolish the Free Movement Regime (FMR) with Myanmar. The resolution also seeks the involvement of local residents and village council authorities in formulating regulations for cross-border movement. Earlier this month, the Centre terminated the FMR, which permitted people near the India-Myanmar border to travel 16 km into each other’s territory without a visa.
06:29:45 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah on the explosion at Bengaluru’s The Rameshwaram Cafe
06:23:37 PM IST, 01 March 2024
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee arrives at Raj Bhavan, Kolkata
06:21:26 PM IST, 01 March 2024
NIA to probe Bengaluru blast: SOP followed
National Investigation Agency (NIA) is to visit the Bengaluru explosion site as per Standard Operating Procedure (SOP). The explosion took place at The Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru’s Whitefield space the place a number of folks had been injured: Sources
BJP is making an attempt to purchase Congress MLAs by providing Rs 50 crore to every of them. But not one of the Congress MLAs will go to BJP. They try to shake the federal government. Toppling governments has develop into a behavior for them
– Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in Mysuru
06:13:15 PM IST, 01 March 2024
EC advisory to events forward of Lok Sabha Polls
- Social media posts vilifying or insulting rivals, posts which can be in dangerous style or under dignity to not be shared: EC advisory
- EC asks events to keep up decorum and utmost restraint, increase stage of election marketing campaign to issue-based debate
- Election Commission asks events, leaders to not make statements with out factual foundation, mislead voters
- References which ridicule devotee-deity relations, or strategies of divine censure shouldn’t be made: EC advisory
- Temples, mosques, church buildings, gurdwaras or different locations of worship shouldn’t be used for election propaganda or electioneering: EC advisory
- EC asks events, candidates, star campaigners to not make enchantment on foundation of caste, faith, language
- Ahead of Lok Sabha polls, Election Commission warns events of stern motion in opposition to direct, oblique violation of Model Code of Conduct
05:53:06 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Karnataka DGP on Bengaluru Blast
After an inspection of the location of the explosion at a restaurant in Bengaluru’s Whitefield, Karnataka DGP Alok Mohan says, ” The CM and the Home Minister have been given full info on the incident. Nine folks had been injured within the incident. An investigation is underway. We will get suggestions from the FSL workforce.”
05:24:11 PM IST, 01 March 2024
HMSI complete gross sales rise 86 computer in February
On Friday, Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India revealed an 86% surge in general gross sales, reaching 458,711 models in February, up from 247,195 models dispatched throughout the identical interval final 12 months. Domestic wholesales elevated to 413,967 models, in comparison with 227,084 models within the earlier 12 months. Exports additionally noticed a notable rise, reaching 44,744 models, a considerable enhance from the 20,111 automobiles shipped in February of the previous 12 months.
05:18:33 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Rameshwaram Cafe blast
Nine injured in Rameshwaram Cafe blast, confirms Karnataka HM (India Today)
05:04:46 PM IST, 01 March 2024
India’s foreign exchange reserves up by $2.98 bn to $619.07 bn as of Feb 23
05:02:31 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Lok Sabha Candidates: 1952-2019 leap
Official information reveals a major enhance within the variety of candidates taking part within the Lok Sabha polls, rising over fourfold from 1,874 in 1952 to eight,039 in 2019. The common variety of candidates per constituency has surged from 4.67 to 14.8 throughout this era. As the Lok Sabha polls method, the stage is about, however the actual variety of candidates within the operating stays unsure. Despite this, there was a notable enhance within the proportion of candidates contesting because the inaugural elections in 1952.
04:54:49 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Asaram Bapu Case
The Supreme Court rejected a plea from Asaram, a self-proclaimed godman serving a life sentence in a rape case, looking for the suspension of his sentence. Justices Sanjiv Khanna and Dipankar Datta suggested senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi to pursue additional proceedings within the Rajasthan High Court. The bench advised submitting a plea within the High Court for Asaram’s remedy at an Ayurvedic hospital, prompting him to withdraw his petition from the apex court docket. Asaram, citing a deterioration in his well being, had sought the suspension of his sentence. The Supreme Court directed the High Court to promptly hear Asaram’s enchantment. Rohatgi knowledgeable the bench about Asaram’s well being points, together with a number of coronary heart assaults, anaemia with abdomen bleeding, and age-related issues. In 2018, a Jodhpur particular court docket discovered Asaram responsible of sexual assault, together with rape, leading to a life sentence.
04:42:55 PM IST, 01 March 2024
A workforce of forensic specialists accumulate proof from the location of the explosion at The Rameshwaram Cafe in Whitefield, Bengaluru
04:51:03 PM IST, 01 March 2024
GST assortment information
February complete GST mop up at Rs 1.68 lk crore, up 12.5% YoY
04:24:25 PM IST, 01 March 2024
BRS MP from Telangana’s Zaheerabad, BB Patil joins Bharatiya Janata Party, in Delhi
04:16:54 PM IST, 01 March 2024
TMC authorities is the large hurdle within the empowerment of poor, says PM
“TMC authorities is the large hurdle within the empowerment of poor, farmers, youth and girls,” stated PM Modi addressing a public rally in West Bengal’s Arambagh.
04:12:27 PM IST, 01 March 2024
4 staff injured in Bengaluru cylinder blast
“At around 1 pm, we heard a huge explosion sound. I heard people saying that it was a cylinder blast. There were around 35-40 people inside. Injured were around 4 employees. Suddenly, the ambulance arrived and took the injured to the nearby hospital,” stated Adison, who got here to have lunch at Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru.
04:06:29 PM IST, 01 March 2024
‘Har chot ka jawab vote se dena hai’, says PM Modi in West Bengal
He stated, “…’Har chot ka jawab vote se dena hai’. Today, the folks of West Bengal are asking their CM ‘Didi’- is the vote of some folks extra vital than atrocities in opposition to ladies in Sandeshkhali?…All the tall leaders of INDI alliance had been silent on the Sandeshkhali incident. INDI alliance leaders had been just like the three monkeys of Gandhiji…Congress chief said- ‘Arey chhoddo, Bengal mein toh yeh sab chalta rheta hai’…”
Should I let the loot by TMC proceed?…Meri guarantee hai ki jo lootne wale hain unko lautana padega
– PM Modi in West Bengal
TMC has betrayed West Bengal. The persons are talking in loud and clear voice – they need BJP
– PM Modi
03:51:10 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Sitting MP from Telangana’s Zaheerabad, BB Patil to hitch the Bharatiya Janata Party in Delhi right now
03:33:17 PM IST, 01 March 2024
In the final 10 years, 25 crore folks of the nation have come out of poverty, says PM Modi
“In the final 10 years, 25 crore folks of the nation have come out of poverty. This reveals that our authorities’s path, insurance policies and selections are proper, and its basic purpose is that the intent is correct,” stated PM Modi in Arambagh, West Bengal.
03:26:00 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Over 1,000 folks collect in Moscow to bid farewell to Navalny, says spokesperson
03:22:32 PM IST, 01 March 2024
“Adani Group to speculate ₹75,000 cr in Madhya Pradesh,” says Pranav Adani of Adani Enterprises at Madhya Pradesh Regional Industry Conclave, stories ET Now
03:20:55 PM IST, 01 March 2024
India of the twenty first century is progressing at nice tempo, says PM Modi
Arambagh: Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated, “India of the twenty first century is progressing at nice tempo. Together all of us have set the objective of creating a developed India by 2047. The poor, farmers, ladies, and youth of the nation are our precedence. We have taken steps for the event of the poor and the world is seeing its outcomes.”
03:18:51 PM IST, 01 March 2024
PM Modi inaugurates Indian Oil’s 518-km Haldia-Barauni crude oil pipeline mission developed at about Rs 2,790 crore
03:16:24 PM IST, 01 March 2024
PM Modi inaugurates and lays basis stone for improvement initiatives value over Rs 7,200 crore from West Bengal’s Arambagh
03:14:05 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Bengaluru Blast News Live Updates: Explosion at The Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru’s Whitefield; Police current on the spot for investigation
03:12:15 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Every time I come, the financial system of India is rising, says Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates
“Every time I come, the financial system of India is rising and so is innovation which isn’t solely nice for India however the entire world. The authorities with the Prime Minister’s management has targeted on key issues. I’ve been to a number of completely different states. Amazing hospitality!”, stated Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates visits Arogya Van, Kevadia.
I wished to hitch so I did… Everyone is operating their occasion correctly. I place confidence in the insurance policies, so I got here..
– Former RJD MLA Bharat Bind on becoming a member of NDA
02:52:39 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates arrives in Arogya Van in Kevadiya, Gujarat
02:49:56 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Economy is an excellent instance of how his (PM Narendra Modi) politics of efficiency has remodeled, says Rajeev Chandrasekhar
At the BJP press convention held at BJP headquarters, Union Minister and BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar stated, “The financial system is an excellent instance of how his (PM Narendra Modi) politics of efficiency has remodeled India over the past 10 years, and take it from the delicate 5 of the world’s economies to the highest 5 economies of the world and poised to be prime 3…”
02:45:03 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Confident that BJP might be worn out of Uttar Pradesh within the coming days, says Akhilesh Yadav
“Samajwadi Party is making fixed efforts to broaden the INDIA alliance, together with PDA household. We are assured that BJP might be worn out of Uttar Pradesh within the coming days. Members of the organisation will go to villages with the slogan ’80 harao, loktantra bachao’,” stated Samajwadi Party President and former Uttar Pradesh CM Akhilesh Yadav on occasion’s preparations for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections.
We obtained a name {that a} cylinder blast occurred within the Rameshawaram cafe. We reached the spot and we’re analysing the state of affairs
– Fire station, Whitefield
02:37:14 PM IST, 01 March 2024
Bengaluru Blast News: Explosion on account of cylinder blast
Bengaluru Blast News: Fire in well-liked eatery Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru on account of suspected cylinder blast, injured shifted to hospital, stated Officials.
Blast at well-liked Bengaluru eatery; some individuals injured
– Police
