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Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Sandeshkhali allegations: SC rejects Bengal government's plea against Calcutta HC order directing CBI probe

The Supreme Court has rejected West Bengal government's plea challenging the Calcutta High Court's order for a CBI investigation into allegations of assault, crime against women, and land grabbing in Sandeshkhali. The state government's concerns about demoralization of the police force following the HC's directive have been overruled. The court has emphasized the importance of a thorough inquiry into the matter, dismissing the need for state intervention in protecting individuals. The decision to... Читать дальше...

Phys.org 

Unlocking the frost-defying secrets of the white water lily

Agricultural productivity faces a chilling threat from cold stress, which can stunt plant growth and reduce yields. The white water lily, enduring the harsh winters of high-altitude habitats, presents a unique model for studying cold adaptation.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Nod sought to expedite award of road projects

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has started seeking special permission to award road projects due to a significant slowdown in project awards since November 2023. This has been influenced by the absence of a new scheme to replace the Bharatmala Pariyojana.

Dragon Driving 

3 Year Old Welsh Section A Filly - New

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Chestnut blagdon section A pony, 3 years old, abut 12hh. Not broken but wouldn't be very hard to break her as she's very friendly.
Location: Heathrow

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Police affirms assault on Samir Modi, but finds no conspiracy

Delhi police’s status report affirmed Samir Modi, GPI’s executive director, was assaulted by Bina Modi’s PSO, with no evidence of criminal intimidation or conspiracy by Bina Modi or Lalit Bhasin. PSO Surendra Prasad denied receiving written orders. Bina Modi is a director and Bhasin an independent director at GPI. GPI's board did not respond.

Phys.org 

New technique offers unprecedented control over light at terahertz frequencies

Researchers have developed a novel method for generating structured terahertz light beams using programmable spintronic emitters. This breakthrough offers a significant leap forward in terahertz technology, enabling the generation and manipulation of light with both spin and orbital angular momentum at these frequencies for the first time.

The Hindu 

A moderate voice for Sri Lankan Tamils

R. Sampanthan may not have been able to achieve great progress in the resolution of the Tamil question, but he was seen as a stabilising force, especially in the post-civil war years

Real Clear World 

Trusting the 'Five Eyes' Only

Michael Klare, TomDispatch

Wherever he travels globally, President Biden has sought to project the United States as the rejuvenated leader of a broad coalition of democratic nations seeking...

Real Clear World 

Is the End of Iran's Islamic Republic in Sight?

Mahyar Amouzegar, The Hill

In 1978, as I boarded a plane leaving Tehran for San Francisco, it did not occur to me that I might never see my birth country again.

Real Clear World 

Macron Has Made France Ungovernable

John Keiger, The Telegraph

France's shock election result giving the radical Left-wing New Popular Front coalition the largest grouping in the National Assembly signals a u-turn for French...

Real Clear World 

U.S. Allies Are Already Worried About Trump

Michael Fullilove, The Atlantic

Most of America's allies would like Joe Biden to win the U.S. presidential election in November. He has been a fine president. His foreign-policy team is...