Arunachal Guv row: SC begins hearing
New Delhi: The SC on Friday started examining constitutional schemes on the scope of discretionary powers of the Governor, amid continuing month-long impasse over Nabam Tuki-led Congress Government in Arunachal Pradesh. The high-voltage hearing began with the submissions of senior advocate Kapil Sibal, who listed out legal questions, including the Governor’s power to convene Assembly session without aid and advice of the Government, for adjudication by a five-judge constitution bench headed by Justice J S Khehar.
India condemns terror attack on Jakarta
New Delhi: India has strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Jakarta. MoEA in a statement on Friday said: “India unequivocally opposes terrorism in all its forms and expresses solidarity with the Government and the people of Indonesia. We extend our sincere condolences to the bereaved families and wish a speedy recovery to those injured.”
3 Nigerians nabbed for conning woman
New Delhi: CBI has arrested three Nigerian nationals for allegedly conning a woman of `18.2 lakh by luring her with purported gold ornaments. Oguama Malachie alias Michael, Ikechukua Okorie alias Nito and Tochu Kwi alias Steve were arrested from Jawahar Park area here, CBI sources said.
Swachhch Survekshan: Deadline extended
New Delhi: The Union Urban Development Ministry on Friday extended the deadline for citizen participation in Swachhch Survekshan via its toll free number 1800 267 2777 to January 20 to ensure the survey findings are a true reflection of the mindset of the people. Swachh Survekshan is the Ministry’s flagship initiative aimed to assess the work carried out by the municipals and the respective local bodies of 75 urban cities, since the launch of Swachh Bharat Mission in October 2014.
Mahesh Sharma opens Shoonya Ghar at NGMa
New Delhi: Mahesh Sharma, MoS for Ministry of Tourism & Culture on Friday inaugurated an exhibition titled “Shoonya Ghar” by a well-known contemporary artist Sudarshan Shetty at National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) here, as per the Ministry statement.