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Govt plans to add 100 more new vessels to merchant fleet in next five years: Sonowal

India plans to add 100 vessels to its merchant fleet over five years as part of a roadmap to reduce its $75 billion annual freight bill, Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced at the first 'Sagar Samvad' event. The National Shipping Board proposed the five-point roadmap, which also aims to reduce dependence on foreign shipping lines and lower the cost of flying the Indian flag, currently 16-20% higher than foreign flags.

4 outlets · 4 articles 8h ago

Federal Judge Rejects Ghislaine Maxwell's Bid to Get Out of Prison

U.S. District Judge Paul A. Engelmayer denied Ghislaine Maxwell’s habeas petition seeking to vacate her 2021 sex-trafficking convictions and 20-year sentence, calling the claims frivolous and meritless in a 67-page ruling. The decision found newly released Epstein-related documents largely incriminated rather than exonerated her. Maxwell remains imprisoned at a Texas camp and retains limited options for further appeal or clemency.

15 outlets · 17 articles 8h ago

Creamy layer: Centre asks Supreme Court to clarify its order to consider claims of 100-odd OBC candidates

The Centre has approached the Supreme Court seeking clarification that its March 11 judgment on the creamy layer for OBCs should not apply retrospectively to the Civil Services Examination 2025, warning of cascading effects on training and cadre allocation. The government plans a uniform policy for determining creamy layer status, requiring two years, and has sought a hearing later this month.

2 outlets · 2 articles 21h ago

Delhi-NCR weather today August 25: Rain and thunderstorms likely in New Delhi, Noida, Gurgaon, Faridabad, Ghaziabad; check IMD forecast

The India Meteorological Department has forecast rain, thunderstorms and lightning across Delhi-NCR on August 25, with light to moderate showers expected in the morning and another spell in the afternoon. Temperatures are likely to rise slightly before a drier spell sets in from August 26, while several other regions across India face heavy rainfall.

2 outlets · 2 articles 22h ago

NRL changes rules to allow Jai Arrow to 'play' 100 games for Souths

The NRL has approved a special rule change allowing Jai Arrow, who retired with motor neurone disease, to make cameo appearances in the final two rounds and reach 100 games for South Sydney. The dispensation includes an extra player and substitution, with approvals from the Titans, Roosters, and the Rugby League Players Association. Officials and supporters describe the gesture as an inspiration and a tribute to Arrow's career.

5 outlets · 5 articles 22h ago