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Who are wilful defaulters & what happens to them? RBI lays out new rules

Central bank has set out norms on how to identify wilful defaulters and penal provisions associated with them to maintain 'the integrity of the financial system'.

Budget boost but many commitments to fulfil — what’s the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act cited by FM

In budget speech, Sitharaman said Modi govt has made ‘concerted efforts’ to fulfill commitments in Act, which was notified in March 2014, 3 months before Andhra Pradesh bifurcation.

Bangladesh Supreme Court cuts down controversial quota. Here’s why country’s hit by violent protests

There have been protests against restoration of 30% quota in public sector jobs for families of Bangladesh Liberation War veterans. A look at country's quota system & what led to unrest.

Why BCCI filed insolvency plea against Byju’s parent company & what happens to ed-tech firm now

NCLT has admitted BCCI’s insolvency plea against Byju’s over Rs 158 cr of allegedly unpaid dues from sponsorship deal. ThePrint explains what it means for ed-tech firm.

What is High Seas Treaty India is set to ratify & how it’s different from UNCLOS

The High Seas Treaty, which would allow for better administration of high seas, was adopted by UN on 19 June but can only come into force once 60 countries ratify it

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams stuck in space station for 2 weeks. What’s delaying her return to Earth

Williams is now the first woman to pilot a new spacecraft on its maiden crewed mission. Boeing’s Starliner launched into space on 5 June.

No lawyer unless permitted, no appeal — what’s Enemy Agents Ordinance J&K cops want to use more often

Law, which dates back to princely state of J&K, has been used only occasionally so far. Penalty is either death, life imprisonment or 10 years of rigorous imprisonment & a fine.

As Calcutta HC orders 1% quota for transgender people, how SC ruling & 2019 law protect their rights

2014 SC ruling recognised right to self-identified gender & ordered govts to offer reservation. 2019 law prohibits discrimination, requires govt to introduce adequate healthcare facilities.

What is ST development corp ‘swindle’ that led to resignation of Karnataka minister Nagendra

Nagendra is in news over misappropriation of crores from Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation which came under his purview.

What’s Article 329(b) invoked by EC in SC that restricts judicial intervention in poll process

Adjourning plea by ADR seeking directions to EC to publish turnout data, SC Friday agreed with commission's contention that judicial intervention was barred under Article 329(b).

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More Andhra-style prawn fry for Indian plates? How Naidu’s trying to blunt US tariff hit on aqua exports

Naidu attempts to shield aqua farmers after Trump’s tariff hits the shrimp farming sector in Andhra Pradesh, leading to the cancellation of 50% of the state's exports.

Finnish giant ICEYE to build signature radar microsatellites in India, offers full control to govt

Company builds microsatellites that are smaller, faster, cheaper to produce. ICEYE will develop & launch micro-satellites, hand them over to India, which will have full control & sovereignty.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.