The CBI court on Thursday ordered 5-day custody for <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chidambaram-didnt-cooperate-not-providing-required-documents-for-investigation-cbi-244789">former finance minister P Chidambaram</a> who is accused in the INX media case. Chidambaram will be allowed to meet with his lawyers and family members for 30 minutes every day during his time in CBI remand.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chidambarams-arrest-was-carried-out-to-divert-attention-from-issue-of-article-370-karti-244710">Chidambaram</a>'s bail petition against the Enforcement Directorate will be heard by the Supreme Court on August 27 while his petition against the CBI would be heard again on Friday.

The CBI court on Thursday began hearing the matter Chidambaram's bail plea&nbsp;at Rouse Avenue District Court in New Delhi.&nbsp;

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Representing the probe agency CBI, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta sought 5-day custody of Chidambaram and told the court that Congress leader did not cooperate with the probe.&nbsp;

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"He (Chidambaram) was taking advantage of Delhi High Court’s protective cover. This is a classic case of money laundering," Mehta mentioned adding that Chidambaram is not providing the required documents for the investigation.

Chidamabaram, after he was allowed to speak in the courtroom, told the court that he has answered every question that was posed to him.&nbsp;

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"Please look at the questions and answers. There are no questions that I have not answered, please read the transcript. They asked if I have a bank account abroad, I said no, they asked if my son has an account abroad I said yes," P Chidambaram told the CBI court.&nbsp;

Defending Chidambaram, senior lawyer Abhishek Manu Singhvi said, "non-cooperation is if the probe agency calls me five times and I don’t go, non-cooperation is not giving the answer they like to hear. They called P Chidambaram once, and he went. Where is non-cooperation?"

Arguing for Chidambaram, senior advocate and Congress leader Kapil Sibal said Karti Chidambaram, who is a co-accused in this case, was granted regular bail by the Delhi High Court in March 2018. "Others accused in the case also got bail. Peter and Indrani Mukerjea are on default bail," Sibal argued.

"This is the case which has nothing to do with evidence but with something else," Sibal argued before the court.&nbsp;

Former finance minister P Chidambaram reached the CBI court on Thursday afternoon. He arrived at the court from the CBI office. Son Karti Chidambaram and wife Nalini Chidambaram also reached the CBI court.&nbsp;

Congress lawyers Kapil Sibal and Abhishek Manu Singhvi arrived at the court for Chidambaram's bail hearing in the INX media case today afternoon.

Chidambaram was arrested in the INX media case on Wednesday night after he failed to get relief from the Supreme Court over CBI and ED's pursuit of him as the matter was not heard by the court despite repeated efforts of his lawyers.

Chidambaram's arrest became an intense political drama as CBI officials had to climb the wall of his residence to get inside his home.&nbsp;

The CBI court on Thursday ordered 5-day custody for former finance minister P Chidambaram who is accused in the INX media case. Chidambaram will be allowed to meet with his lawyers and family members for 30 minutes every day during his time in CBI remand.

The CBI court on Thursday ordered 5-day custody for former finance minister P Chidambaram who is accused in the INX media case. Chidambaram will be allowed to meet with his lawyers and family members for 30 minutes every day during his time in CBI remand. Chidambaram's bail petition against the Enforcement Directorate will be heard by the Supreme Court on August 27 while his petition against the CBI would be heard again on Friday. The CBI court on Thursday began hearing the matter Chidambaram's bail plea at Rouse Avenue District Court in New Delhi. Court says family members and lawyers are permitted to meet #PChidambaram for 30 minutes a day https://t.co/kXgdMn4Lwi — ANI (@ANI) August 22, 2019 × Representing the probe agency CBI, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta sought 5-day custody of Chidambaram and told the court that Congress leader did not cooperate with the probe. INX media case: Supreme Court bench of Justice R Banumathi and Justice AS Bopanna will hear tomorrow pleas of former Union Finance Minister P Chidambaram filed against the Delhi High Court’s order rejecting his anticipatory bail plea in cases of CBI and ED pic.twitter.com/X31n5aRhbu — ANI (@ANI) August 22, 2019 × "He (Chidambaram) was taking advantage of Delhi High Court’s protective cover. This is a classic case of money laundering," Mehta mentioned adding that Chidambaram is not providing the required documents for the investigation. Chidamabaram, after he was allowed to speak in the courtroom, told the court that he has answered every question that was posed to him. Supreme Court to hear P Chidambaram's petition against the Enforcement Directorate on August 27, whereas his petition against the CBI would be heard tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/4VOlgbFlOh — ANI (@ANI) August 22, 2019 × "Please look at the questions and answers. There are no questions that I have not answered, please read the transcript. They asked if I have a bank account abroad, I said no, they asked if my son has an account abroad I said yes," P Chidambaram told the CBI court. Defending Chidambaram, senior lawyer Abhishek Manu Singhvi said, "non-cooperation is if the probe agency calls me five times and I don’t go, non-cooperation is not giving the answer they like to hear. They called P Chidambaram once, and he went. Where is non-cooperation?" Arguing for Chidambaram, senior advocate and Congress leader Kapil Sibal said Karti Chidambaram, who is a co-accused in this case, was granted regular bail by the Delhi High Court in March 2018. "Others accused in the case also got bail. Peter and Indrani Mukerjea are on default bail," Sibal argued. "This is the case which has nothing to do with evidence but with something else," Sibal argued before the court. Former finance minister P Chidambaram reached the CBI court on Thursday afternoon. He arrived at the court from the CBI office. Son Karti Chidambaram and wife Nalini Chidambaram also reached the CBI court. Congress lawyers Kapil Sibal and Abhishek Manu Singhvi arrived at the court for Chidambaram's bail hearing in the INX media case today afternoon. Chidambaram was arrested in the INX media case on Wednesday night after he failed to get relief from the Supreme Court over CBI and ED's pursuit of him as the matter was not heard by the court despite repeated efforts of his lawyers. Chidambaram's arrest became an intense political drama as CBI officials had to climb the wall of his residence to get inside his home.

INX media case: CBI court orders 5-day custody for Chidambaram

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/inx-media-case-cbi-court-orders-5-day-custody-for-chidambaram-244846">INX media case: CBI court orders 5-day custody for Chidambaram</a> 
 
Chidambaram's bail petition against the Enforcement Directorate will be heard by the Supreme Court on August 27.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-to-scarp-intelligence-sharing-pact-with-japan-244783">South Korea to scrap intelligence-sharing pact with Japan</a> 
 
Relations between the two countries soured after the South Korean Supreme Court ordered some Japanese firms to compensate Korean wartime workers last October.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/london-westminster-court-remands-nirav-modi-to-judicial-custody-till-september-19-244793">London Westminster Court remands Nirav Modi to judicial custody till September 19</a> 
 
Judge Tan Ikram pronounced the judgement on Nirav Modi.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/relations-with-canada-facing-serious-difficulties-responsibility-lies-entirely-on-the-canadian-side-china-244785">Relations with Canada facing serious difficulties, responsibility lies entirely on the Canadian side: China</a> 
 
Beijing had warned Canada to stop meddling in Hong Kong affairs after Ottawa and the European Union issued a joint statement in support of protestors.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-one-killed-after-fire-breaks-out-in-hospital-near-paris-244792">At least one killed after fire breaks out in hospital near Paris</a> 
 
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.

INX media case: CBI court orders 5-day custody for Chidambaram Chidambaram's bail petition against the Enforcement Directorate will be heard by the Supreme Court on August 27.

INX media case: CBI court orders 5-day custody for Chidambaram Chidambaram's bail petition against the Enforcement Directorate will be heard by the Supreme Court on August 27. South Korea to scrap intelligence-sharing pact with Japan Relations between the two countries soured after the South Korean Supreme Court ordered some Japanese firms to compensate Korean wartime workers last October. London Westminster Court remands Nirav Modi to judicial custody till September 19 Judge Tan Ikram pronounced the judgement on Nirav Modi. Relations with Canada facing serious difficulties, responsibility lies entirely on the Canadian side: China Beijing had warned Canada to stop meddling in Hong Kong affairs after Ottawa and the European Union issued a joint statement in support of protestors. At least one killed after fire breaks out in hospital near Paris The cause of the fire has not yet been determined.

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The Indian Ambassador to France Vinay Mohan Kwatra on Thursday highlighted that the partnership between India and France is not only good for the two respective countries but is also important for the larger regional and global good.

The Ambassador made the comments to ANI as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-to-meet-macron-attend-g7-as-he-begins-three-nation-tour-france-uae-and-bahrain-244742">Prime Minister Narendra Modi</a> embarked for a three-nation visit to France, UAE and Bahrain from New Delhi on Thursday.

During his first stop in Paris, the PM is slated to hold a bilateral with the French President Emmanuel Macron, amongst other official engagement.

"The India-France strategic partnership is one of the most comprehensive engagements we have in the world, across pretty much all domains of cooperation, be it defence, security, trade, innovation, science and technology, research and development," the diplomat told ANI.

"You take any aspect of human endeavour, you'll find a substantial amount of India-France engagement. The partnership between the two countries is not just good for the two counties or societies but also important for the larger regional and global good. Especially in terms of global challenges, whether you talk about climate change or counter-terrorism, both are the areas that India and France work very closely," he added.

"In the changing international perspective also, our partnership gives it a kind of a shape which is beneficial for both of us and also to the world at large," the Ambassador lastly added.

This is the PM's first visit to France after being re-elected for a second term.&nbsp; 
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The Indian Ambassador to France Vinay Mohan Kwatra on Thursday highlighted that the partnership between India and France is not only good for the two respective countries but is also important for the larger regional and global good.

The Indian Ambassador to France Vinay Mohan Kwatra on Thursday highlighted that the partnership between India and France is not only good for the two respective countries but is also important for the larger regional and global good. The Ambassador made the comments to ANI as Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked for a three-nation visit to France, UAE and Bahrain from New Delhi on Thursday. During his first stop in Paris, the PM is slated to hold a bilateral with the French President Emmanuel Macron, amongst other official engagement. "The India-France strategic partnership is one of the most comprehensive engagements we have in the world, across pretty much all domains of cooperation, be it defence, security, trade, innovation, science and technology, research and development," the diplomat told ANI. "You take any aspect of human endeavour, you'll find a substantial amount of India-France engagement. The partnership between the two countries is not just good for the two counties or societies but also important for the larger regional and global good. Especially in terms of global challenges, whether you talk about climate change or counter-terrorism, both are the areas that India and France work very closely," he added. "In the changing international perspective also, our partnership gives it a kind of a shape which is beneficial for both of us and also to the world at large," the Ambassador lastly added. This is the PM's first visit to France after being re-elected for a second term.

New Delhi-Paris partnership important for global good: Indian envoy to France

An accountability court in Lahore has granted National Accountability Bureau (NAB) an extension of 14 days in the physical remand of Maryam Nawaz, the daughter of erstwhile prime minister Nawaz Sharif, and her cousin Yousuf Abbas in Chaudhry Sugar Mills (CSM) case.

Earlier, both had been remanded into NAB custody following their arrest from Kot Lakhpat jail where they had gone to meet Maryam`s father on August 8.

The duo was produced in court amid strict security where Judge Naeem Arshad heard NAB`s request for a 15-day extension in their physical remand, Express Tribune reported.

During the proceedings, NAB's lawyer said that the investigations with Maryam had not yet been completed and requested an extension in remand for that purpose.

On Wednesday, the judge granted NAB 14-day physical remand and ordered the duo to appear before the court on September 4.

Maryam had appeared before NAB on July 31 to record her statement in the Chaudhry Sugar Mills reference.

The statement was regarding 'dubious'&nbsp;business transactions of the CSM of which she was one of the major shareholders.

On August 8, she was taken into custody by NAB from Kot Lakhpat Jail, where she had been visiting her imprisoned father.

The PML-N Vice President was previously jailed in the Avenfield corruption case last year, along with her father and husband.

All three were released from jail within a few months before Nawaz was sent to jail again in Lahore in relation with the Al Azizia Steel Mills case.&nbsp; 
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An accountability court in Lahore has granted National Accountability Bureau (NAB) an extension of 14 days in the physical remand of Maryam Nawaz, the daughter of erstwhile prime minister Nawaz Sharif, and her cousin Yousuf Abbas in Chaudhry Sugar Mills (CSM) case.

An accountability court in Lahore has granted National Accountability Bureau (NAB) an extension of 14 days in the physical remand of Maryam Nawaz, the daughter of erstwhile prime minister Nawaz Sharif, and her cousin Yousuf Abbas in Chaudhry Sugar Mills (CSM) case. Earlier, both had been remanded into NAB custody following their arrest from Kot Lakhpat jail where they had gone to meet Maryam`s father on August 8. The duo was produced in court amid strict security where Judge Naeem Arshad heard NAB`s request for a 15-day extension in their physical remand, Express Tribune reported. During the proceedings, NAB's lawyer said that the investigations with Maryam had not yet been completed and requested an extension in remand for that purpose. On Wednesday, the judge granted NAB 14-day physical remand and ordered the duo to appear before the court on September 4. Maryam had appeared before NAB on July 31 to record her statement in the Chaudhry Sugar Mills reference. The statement was regarding 'dubious' business transactions of the CSM of which she was one of the major shareholders. On August 8, she was taken into custody by NAB from Kot Lakhpat Jail, where she had been visiting her imprisoned father. The PML-N Vice President was previously jailed in the Avenfield corruption case last year, along with her father and husband. All three were released from jail within a few months before Nawaz was sent to jail again in Lahore in relation with the Al Azizia Steel Mills case.

Pakistan: Court extends 14-day physical remand of Maryam Nawaz

Echoing India's stance that Kashmir is a bilateral issue between New Delhi and Islamabad, Sweden has urged both the South Asian nations to engage in a dialogue through diplomatic channels to resolve the matter.

Sweden's Foreign Minister Margot Wallstrom made the remarks during a telephonic conversation with her Pakistani counterpart Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Wednesday.

"Worrying situation in Jammu and Kashmir. In a telephone call today with Pakistan's FM H.E. Shah Mahmood Qureshi I stressed that the EU, including Sweden, supports a bilateral political solution between India and Pakistan over Kashmir, dialogue through diplomatic channels is crucial," tweeted Wallstrom.

Since India announced its decision to change the constitutional status of Jammu and Kashmir, a rattled Pakistan ramped up its rhetorics and has made several attempts to involve the international community in the matter.

However, India has categorically told the international community that the scrapping of Article 370 of the Constitution, which gave the special status of Jammu and Kashmir, was an internal matter.

On Tuesday, Qureshi telephoned his French counterpart Jean-Yves Le Drian, who also asked him to engage in the dialogue with New Delhi on Kashmir.

Islamabad has not been able to convince even the Muslim world to back it in raising the issue of Kashmir.

Four of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states - the Maldives, Afghanistan, Bangladesh and the UAE - have said Kashmir is an internal matter of India.

Efforts by Pakistan's ally China too failed at the United Nations Security Council during a closed-door consultation on Kashmir last week.

Meanwhile, Pakistan has said it will knock the doors of the International Court of Justice (ICJ).

"We have decided to take Kashmir case to the International Court of Justice," Pakistan-based newspaper Dawn quoted Qureshi as saying. 
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Echoing India's stance that Kashmir is a bilateral issue between New Delhi and Islamabad, Sweden has urged both the South Asian nations to engage in a dialogue through diplomatic channels to resolve the matter.

Echoing India's stance that Kashmir is a bilateral issue between New Delhi and Islamabad, Sweden has urged both the South Asian nations to engage in a dialogue through diplomatic channels to resolve the matter. Sweden's Foreign Minister Margot Wallstrom made the remarks during a telephonic conversation with her Pakistani counterpart Shah Mahmood Qureshi on Wednesday. "Worrying situation in Jammu and Kashmir. In a telephone call today with Pakistan's FM H.E. Shah Mahmood Qureshi I stressed that the EU, including Sweden, supports a bilateral political solution between India and Pakistan over Kashmir, dialogue through diplomatic channels is crucial," tweeted Wallstrom. Since India announced its decision to change the constitutional status of Jammu and Kashmir, a rattled Pakistan ramped up its rhetorics and has made several attempts to involve the international community in the matter. However, India has categorically told the international community that the scrapping of Article 370 of the Constitution, which gave the special status of Jammu and Kashmir, was an internal matter. On Tuesday, Qureshi telephoned his French counterpart Jean-Yves Le Drian, who also asked him to engage in the dialogue with New Delhi on Kashmir. Islamabad has not been able to convince even the Muslim world to back it in raising the issue of Kashmir. Four of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states - the Maldives, Afghanistan, Bangladesh and the UAE - have said Kashmir is an internal matter of India. Efforts by Pakistan's ally China too failed at the United Nations Security Council during a closed-door consultation on Kashmir last week. Meanwhile, Pakistan has said it will knock the doors of the International Court of Justice (ICJ). "We have decided to take Kashmir case to the International Court of Justice," Pakistan-based newspaper Dawn quoted Qureshi as saying.

Qureshi dials up Sweden's FM who asks him to engage bilaterally with India on Kashmir

The CBI court on Thursday began hearing the matter of former finance minister P <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/inx-media-case-p-chidambaram-arrives-at-cbi-court-hearing-on-bail-plea-to-begin-shortly-244781">Chidambaram's bail plea</a>&nbsp;at Rouse Avenue District Court.&nbsp;

Representing the probe agency CBI, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta sought 5-day custody of Chidambaram and told the court that Congress leader did not cooperate with the probe.&nbsp;The CBI court has reserved its order on CBI application of seeking five-day remand of Chidambaram.&nbsp;

"He (Chidambaram) was taking advantage of Delhi High Court’s protective cover. This is a classic case of money laundering," Mehta mentioned adding that Chidambaram is not providing the required documents for the investigation.

Chidamabaram told the CBI court that he has answered every question that was posed to him.&nbsp;

"Please look at the questions and answers. There are no questions that I have not answered, please read the transcript. They asked, if I have a bank account abroad, I said no, they asked if my son has an account abroad I said yes," P Chidambaram told the CBI court.&nbsp;

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"A non-bailable warrant was issued by the Court that’s why Chidambaram was arrested,” Mehta informed the court.&nbsp;

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Arguing for Chidambaram, senior advocate and Congress leader Kapil Sibal said the accused in this case is Karti Chidambaram who was granted regular bail by the Delhi High Court in March 2018. "Others accused in the case also got bail. Peter and Indrani Mukerjea are on default bail," Sibal argued.

"This is the case which has nothing to do with evidence but with something else," Sibal argued before the court.&nbsp;

"Investigation is complete as a draft charge sheet is ready. The sanction was sought," Sibal stated adding that Foreign Investment Promotion Board approval is given by 6 government secretaries and none of them have been arrested.&nbsp;

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"This is a case of documentary evidence. He (Chidambaram) has never skipped an interrogation," Sibal told the CBI court.&nbsp;

"Non-cooperation is if the probe agency calls me five times and I don’t go, non-cooperation is not giving the answer they like to hear. They called P Chidambaram once, and he went. Where is non-cooperation?" argued senior lawyer Abhishek Manu Singhvi.&nbsp;

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"If a Judge has taken seven months to deliver the judgement (Delhi HC judgment rejecting anticipatory bail of Chidambaram) then is that the protected umbrella Chidambaram got? We are aggrieved," Sibal stated.&nbsp;

Former finance minister P Chidambaram reached the CBI court on Thursday afternoon. He arrived at the court from the CBI office. The court began hearing the matter of Chidambaram's bail plea this afternoon. Son Karti Chidambaram and wife Nalini Chidambaram also reached the CBI court. Congress lawyers Kapil Sibal and Abhishek Manu Singhvi arrived at the court for Chidambaram's bail hearing in the INX media case today afternoon.

Chidambaram was arrested in the INX media case on Wednesday night after he failed to get relief from the Supreme Court over CBI and ED's pursuit of him as the matter was not heard by the court despite repeated efforts of his lawyers.

Chidambaram's arrest became an intense political drama as CBI officials had to climb the wall of his residence to get inside his home.&nbsp;

 
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The CBI court on Thursday began hearing the matter of former finance minister P Chidambaram's bail plea at Rouse Avenue District Court. Representing the probe agency CBI, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta sought 5-day custody of Chidambaram and told the court that Congress leader did not cooperate with the probe.

The CBI court on Thursday began hearing the matter of former finance minister P Chidambaram's bail plea at Rouse Avenue District Court. Representing the probe agency CBI, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta sought 5-day custody of Chidambaram and told the court that Congress leader did not cooperate with the probe. The CBI court has reserved its order on CBI application of seeking five-day remand of Chidambaram. "He (Chidambaram) was taking advantage of Delhi High Court’s protective cover. This is a classic case of money laundering," Mehta mentioned adding that Chidambaram is not providing the required documents for the investigation. Chidamabaram told the CBI court that he has answered every question that was posed to him. "Please look at the questions and answers. There are no questions that I have not answered, please read the transcript. They asked, if I have a bank account abroad, I said no, they asked if my son has an account abroad I said yes," P Chidambaram told the CBI court. INX media case: Solicitor General Tushar Mehta arguing for CBI in Court says right to silence is constitutional right and I have no issue, but he is non cooperative, he was evasive to questioning. #Chidambaram — ANI (@ANI) August 22, 2019 × "A non-bailable warrant was issued by the Court that’s why Chidambaram was arrested,” Mehta informed the court. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta arguing for CBI says right to interrogate is my duty, duty to the nation under the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC ). We are merely seeking court’s permission to interrogate the accused further #Chidambaram — ANI (@ANI) August 22, 2019 × Arguing for Chidambaram, senior advocate and Congress leader Kapil Sibal said the accused in this case is Karti Chidambaram who was granted regular bail by the Delhi High Court in March 2018. "Others accused in the case also got bail. Peter and Indrani Mukerjea are on default bail," Sibal argued. "This is the case which has nothing to do with evidence but with something else," Sibal argued before the court. "Investigation is complete as a draft charge sheet is ready. The sanction was sought," Sibal stated adding that Foreign Investment Promotion Board approval is given by 6 government secretaries and none of them have been arrested. Kapil Sibal in Court: If a Judge has taken seven month to deliver the judgement(Delhi HC judgment rejecting anticipatory bail of Chidambaram) then is that the protected umbrella Chidambaram got? We are aggrieved. https://t.co/7lFSLzeWgL — ANI (@ANI) August 22, 2019 × "This is a case of documentary evidence. He (Chidambaram) has never skipped an interrogation," Sibal told the CBI court. "Non-cooperation is if the probe agency calls me five times and I don’t go, non-cooperation is not giving the answer they like to hear. They called P Chidambaram once, and he went. Where is non-cooperation?" argued senior lawyer Abhishek Manu Singhvi. Kapil Sibal in Court: Investigation complete as draft chargesheet is ready. Sanction was sought. Foreign Investment Promotion Board approval is given by 6 Govt Secys,none have been arrested. This is a case of documentary evidence. He(Chidambaram) has never skipped interrogation https://t.co/8o0XJPRHdV — ANI (@ANI) August 22, 2019 × "If a Judge has taken seven months to deliver the judgement (Delhi HC judgment rejecting anticipatory bail of Chidambaram) then is that the protected umbrella Chidambaram got? We are aggrieved," Sibal stated. Former finance minister P Chidambaram reached the CBI court on Thursday afternoon. He arrived at the court from the CBI office. The court began hearing the matter of Chidambaram's bail plea this afternoon. Son Karti Chidambaram and wife Nalini Chidambaram also reached the CBI court. Congress lawyers Kapil Sibal and Abhishek Manu Singhvi arrived at the court for Chidambaram's bail hearing in the INX media case today afternoon. Chidambaram was arrested in the INX media case on Wednesday night after he failed to get relief from the Supreme Court over CBI and ED's pursuit of him as the matter was not heard by the court despite repeated efforts of his lawyers. Chidambaram's arrest became an intense political drama as CBI officials had to climb the wall of his residence to get inside his home.

There are no questions which I have not answered, please read the transcript: Chidambaram to CBI court

The apex court on Thursday commenced the hearing in Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid case for the 10th consecutive day, with one of the litigants seeking enforcement of his right to worship at the disputed site.

The five-judge member bench headed by Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi was hearing the matter.

Senior Supreme Court lawyer and former Solicitor General (SG) Ranjit Kumar was arguing for Gopal Singh Bisharad in the case.

Fourteen appeals are pending before the apex court against the 2010 Allahabad High Court verdict which ordered equal division of the 2.77-acre disputed land in Ayodhya among the three parties- Sunni Waqf Board, the Nirmohi Akhara and Ram Lalla.

The 16th-century Babri Masjid was demolished on December 6, 1992.&nbsp;

The apex court on Thursday commenced the hearing in Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid case for the 10th consecutive day, with one of the litigants seeking enforcement of his right to worship at the disputed site.

The apex court on Thursday commenced the hearing in Ram Janmabhoomi-Babri Masjid case for the 10th consecutive day, with one of the litigants seeking enforcement of his right to worship at the disputed site. The five-judge member bench headed by Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi was hearing the matter. Senior Supreme Court lawyer and former Solicitor General (SG) Ranjit Kumar was arguing for Gopal Singh Bisharad in the case. Fourteen appeals are pending before the apex court against the 2010 Allahabad High Court verdict which ordered equal division of the 2.77-acre disputed land in Ayodhya among the three parties- Sunni Waqf Board, the Nirmohi Akhara and Ram Lalla. The 16th-century Babri Masjid was demolished on December 6, 1992.

Supreme Court hears Ayodhya Case for 10th consecutive day

Businessman Ratul Puri, who is an accused in AgustaWestland money laundering case, on Thursday, approached a Delhi court seeking to surrender before it. Puri has moved an application stating that he wants to surrender before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court.

He is already in custody of Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the Moser Baer bank fraud case.

Yesterday, a Delhi Court dismissed the petition moved by Puri seeking cancellation of a non-bailable warrant (NBW) issued against him in a money laundering case connected to Rs 3,600-crore AgustaWestland VVIP chopper scam.

On August 9, Special Judge Arvind Kumar had allowed a plea of the ED, seeking issuance of an NBW against Puri.

The agency had accused him of not joining the probe despite several summonses.

Puri, a nephew of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath, had on August 16 filed the plea for cancellation of the NBW by contending that he is willing to join the probe.

The case pertains to alleged irregularities in the purchase of 12 VVIP choppers from Italy-based Finmeccanica's British subsidiary AgustaWestland.

The deal was scrapped by the NDA government in 2014 over the alleged breach of contractual obligations and charges of payment of kickbacks.&nbsp; 
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Businessman Ratul Puri, who is an accused in AgustaWestland money laundering case, on Thursday, approached a Delhi court seeking to surrender before it. Puri has moved an application stating that he wants to surrender before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court.

Businessman Ratul Puri, who is an accused in AgustaWestland money laundering case, on Thursday, approached a Delhi court seeking to surrender before it. Puri has moved an application stating that he wants to surrender before the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) court. He is already in custody of Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with the Moser Baer bank fraud case. Yesterday, a Delhi Court dismissed the petition moved by Puri seeking cancellation of a non-bailable warrant (NBW) issued against him in a money laundering case connected to Rs 3,600-crore AgustaWestland VVIP chopper scam. On August 9, Special Judge Arvind Kumar had allowed a plea of the ED, seeking issuance of an NBW against Puri. The agency had accused him of not joining the probe despite several summonses. Puri, a nephew of Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath, had on August 16 filed the plea for cancellation of the NBW by contending that he is willing to join the probe. The case pertains to alleged irregularities in the purchase of 12 VVIP choppers from Italy-based Finmeccanica's British subsidiary AgustaWestland. The deal was scrapped by the NDA government in 2014 over the alleged breach of contractual obligations and charges of payment of kickbacks.

AgustaWestland scam: Ratul Puri moves application in CBI court for surrendering

Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Thursday announced that his government would canalise all the rivers of the state, taking technical support from the World Bank (WB) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

According to a press release issued from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), Singh also announced dedicated village-relief teams in flood-affected areas in Sultanpur Lodhi and Jalandhar.

The Chief Minister also announced that each team will comprise officers of Health, Civil Supply, and Animal Husbandry Departments and they would ensure timely supply of food, medicines, and fodder for affected families.

Earlier today, Singh did an aerial survey of Nawanshahr, Ludhiana, Phillaur, Shahkot, and Lohian in the state.

In a tweet, he said, "A total of 30,000 people are impacted and crop damage reported in 108 villages. There are 14 breaches in Satluj. Considering the seriousness of the breaches, the Army's help has been sought."

In another tweet, Singh said,&nbsp;"Visited affected areas of Jalandhar and Kapurthala. Had a detailed meeting with DCs and Army officials and reviewed the rescue measures."

"Interacted with people and ensured supplies of food, water, and medicines on priority. Compensation for flood damages to be given once the water recedes," he added.

In the wake of flood situation in the state, the Punjab Chief Minister earlier today wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking Rs 1,000 crore special relief package to compensate the losses.

The Chief Minister has also urged the Prime Minister to instruct the concerned authorities to waive off crop loans of banks or financial institutions availed by the affected farmers in the affected villages during the current cropping season.

The flooding in river Sutlej due to the discharge of water from Bhakra Dam, the heaviest since 1958, had caused extensive damage to the standing crops and inundation of residential areas in the villages, the Chief Minister said.&nbsp;

 
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Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Thursday announced that his government would canalise all the rivers of the state, taking technical support from the World Bank (WB) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Thursday announced that his government would canalise all the rivers of the state, taking technical support from the World Bank (WB) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB). According to a press release issued from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), Singh also announced dedicated village-relief teams in flood-affected areas in Sultanpur Lodhi and Jalandhar. The Chief Minister also announced that each team will comprise officers of Health, Civil Supply, and Animal Husbandry Departments and they would ensure timely supply of food, medicines, and fodder for affected families. Earlier today, Singh did an aerial survey of Nawanshahr, Ludhiana, Phillaur, Shahkot, and Lohian in the state. In a tweet, he said, "A total of 30,000 people are impacted and crop damage reported in 108 villages. There are 14 breaches in Satluj. Considering the seriousness of the breaches, the Army's help has been sought." In another tweet, Singh said, "Visited affected areas of Jalandhar and Kapurthala. Had a detailed meeting with DCs and Army officials and reviewed the rescue measures." "Interacted with people and ensured supplies of food, water, and medicines on priority. Compensation for flood damages to be given once the water recedes," he added. In the wake of flood situation in the state, the Punjab Chief Minister earlier today wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking Rs 1,000 crore special relief package to compensate the losses. The Chief Minister has also urged the Prime Minister to instruct the concerned authorities to waive off crop loans of banks or financial institutions availed by the affected farmers in the affected villages during the current cropping season. The flooding in river Sutlej due to the discharge of water from Bhakra Dam, the heaviest since 1958, had caused extensive damage to the standing crops and inundation of residential areas in the villages, the Chief Minister said.

Punjab to canalise its rivers with technical support from World Bank, ADB

Bearish trends gripped the stock market on Thursday as investors awaited clarification on tax proposals for foreign portfolio investors made in the Budget and remained unsure of the stimulus package despite assurances by the government.

The BSE S&amp;P Sensex closed 587 points or 1.6 per cent lower at 36,473 while the Nifty 50 was down by 181 points or 1.7 per cent to 10,738.

Except for IT, all sectoral indices were in the red at the National Stock Exchange.

Nifty realty slipped by 6.2 per cent, PSU banks by 3.6 per cent, metal by 3.5 per cent and auto by 1.8 per cent. Among stocks, realty major DLF plummeted 15.9 per cent to Rs 144.30 per share.

Oberoi Realty slipped by 5.6 per cent to wind up at Rs 483.80 apiece.

Shares of Reliance Capital plunged over 19 per cent to hit a multi-year low of Rs 33.30 per share with reports saying that it is exiting the mutual funds business.&nbsp;

With the closure of open offer, Nippon Life Insurance's stake in Reliance Nippon Life Asset Management (RNAM) has risen to 54 per cent.

Yes, Bank fell over 12 per cent intra-day at Rs 57.45 per share with worries over the valuation of its stake in Gautam Thapar's CG Power and Industrial Solutions Ltd, which has been hit by allegations of financial irregularities.&nbsp;

The lender has 12.79 per cent stake in the company.

CG Power plummeted by another 9.75 per cent to Rs 10.65 per share.&nbsp;

LIC Housing Finance was down by nearly 11 per cent, Vedanta by 7.8 per cent, Indiabulls Housing Finance by 5.7 per cent, Bajaj Finserv by 5.5 per cent and Bajaj Finance by 4.9 per cent. However, the gainers included Britannia, Tech Mahindra, Dr. Reddy's, Hindustan Lever and Tata Consultancy Services.

Meanwhile, Asian shares were flat as uncertainty continued over the outlook for US interest rates and the global fiscal stimulus.

MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan fell 0.5 per cent in light volumes while Japan's Nikkei ended a few notches higher.

Shanghai blue chips climbed 0.3 per cent but Hong Kong's Hang Seng index was among the biggest losers, down more than 1 per cent as unrest in the Chinese-ruled territory continued to disrupt business and investment environment

Bearish trends gripped the stock market on Thursday as investors awaited clarification on tax proposals for foreign portfolio investors made in the Budget and remained unsure of the stimulus package despite assurances by the government.

Bearish trends gripped the stock market on Thursday as investors awaited clarification on tax proposals for foreign portfolio investors made in the Budget and remained unsure of the stimulus package despite assurances by the government. The BSE S&P Sensex closed 587 points or 1.6 per cent lower at 36,473 while the Nifty 50 was down by 181 points or 1.7 per cent to 10,738. Except for IT, all sectoral indices were in the red at the National Stock Exchange. Nifty realty slipped by 6.2 per cent, PSU banks by 3.6 per cent, metal by 3.5 per cent and auto by 1.8 per cent. Among stocks, realty major DLF plummeted 15.9 per cent to Rs 144.30 per share. Oberoi Realty slipped by 5.6 per cent to wind up at Rs 483.80 apiece. Shares of Reliance Capital plunged over 19 per cent to hit a multi-year low of Rs 33.30 per share with reports saying that it is exiting the mutual funds business. With the closure of open offer, Nippon Life Insurance's stake in Reliance Nippon Life Asset Management (RNAM) has risen to 54 per cent. Yes, Bank fell over 12 per cent intra-day at Rs 57.45 per share with worries over the valuation of its stake in Gautam Thapar's CG Power and Industrial Solutions Ltd, which has been hit by allegations of financial irregularities. The lender has 12.79 per cent stake in the company. CG Power plummeted by another 9.75 per cent to Rs 10.65 per share. LIC Housing Finance was down by nearly 11 per cent, Vedanta by 7.8 per cent, Indiabulls Housing Finance by 5.7 per cent, Bajaj Finserv by 5.5 per cent and Bajaj Finance by 4.9 per cent. However, the gainers included Britannia, Tech Mahindra, Dr. Reddy's, Hindustan Lever and Tata Consultancy Services. Meanwhile, Asian shares were flat as uncertainty continued over the outlook for US interest rates and the global fiscal stimulus. MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan fell 0.5 per cent in light volumes while Japan's Nikkei ended a few notches higher. Shanghai blue chips climbed 0.3 per cent but Hong Kong's Hang Seng index was among the biggest losers, down more than 1 per cent as unrest in the Chinese-ruled territory continued to disrupt business and investment environment

Sensex crashes by 587 points amid heavy selling pressure, DLF plunges by 16%

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nirav-modi-aides-to-pay-rs-7300-crore-with-interest-to-pnb-debt-recovery-tribunal-233529">Fugitive businessman Nirav Modi</a> has been remanded to judicial custody till September 19 by London Westminster Court.&nbsp;

Judge Tan Ikram pronounced the judgement on Nirav Modi on Thursday.&nbsp;

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Modi is wanted in India in connection with the nearly $2 billion Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud and money laundering case.

The 48-year-old, who fights his extradition from Britain to India has been behind bars at Wandsworth prison in south-west London since his arrest in March.

Modi was arrested by uniformed Scotland Yard officers on an extradition warrant on March 19.

An arrest warrant was issued against him in May and then the second one in July last year, with an extradition request made to the UK authorities in August 2018.

The UK High Court on June 12 rejected Modi's bail application, his fourth attempt to get bail.

Fugitive businessman Nirav Modi has been remanded to judicial custody till September 19 by London Westminster Court. Judge Tan Ikram pronounced the judgement on Nirav Modi on Thursday.

Fugitive businessman Nirav Modi has been remanded to judicial custody till September 19 by London Westminster Court. Judge Tan Ikram pronounced the judgement on Nirav Modi on Thursday. Fugitive businessman Nirav Modi remanded to judicial custody till 19th September by Judge Tan Ikram in London Westminster Court pic.twitter.com/Cov19lGkke — ANI (@ANI) August 22, 2019 × Modi is wanted in India in connection with the nearly $2 billion Punjab National Bank (PNB) fraud and money laundering case. The 48-year-old, who fights his extradition from Britain to India has been behind bars at Wandsworth prison in south-west London since his arrest in March. Modi was arrested by uniformed Scotland Yard officers on an extradition warrant on March 19. An arrest warrant was issued against him in May and then the second one in July last year, with an extradition request made to the UK authorities in August 2018. The UK High Court on June 12 rejected Modi's bail application, his fourth attempt to get bail.

London Westminster Court remands Nirav Modi to judicial custody till September 19

"A city to some, home to many" - this posting on Twitter by a user of the microblogging site aptly sums up the emotions of many who love Madras, now known as Chennai, as the city turned 380 years on Thursday.

Chennaites, and those who moved to other places from the places, took to Twitter to wish the capital city of Tamil Nadu a Happy Birthday! and share memories and emotions connected with it.

Founded on August 22, 1639 the city Chennapattinam was later renamed as Madraspatanam and soon people began calling it as Madras.

British East India Company purchased Madrasapattinam village in 1639 which marked the founding of the Madras.

In 1996, the Tamil Nadu government officially changed its name to Chennai.

However, for those born before the 90s, Chennai has always remained Madras similar to how Kolkata continues to be known by its erstwhile 'Calcutta'.

The city is home to many film stars including Rajnikanth whose movies are loved by people spanning geographical and linguistic boundaries.

Chennai is famed for its architectural marvels and hundred years old temples like Kapaleeswarar Temple and Ekambareswarar Temple.

It is also home to the Fort St George, the first British fortress in India.

Chennai's Marina beach is the longest beach in the country. Being a hub of one-third of India's automobile industry, the city also got a nickname "The Detroit of India".

Chennai-based writer Sreedhar Pillai wrote, "#Madras aka #Chennai is the only place I can ever call home forever. Happy #MadrasDay #Madras380"

"Today is Madras Day. Our city is at least 380 years old. Let us celebrate our Madras that is Chennai," Twitter user Sumanth Raman said.

A user Vignesh Vicky shared how the city gave him strength and patience to face future pathways. "A beautiful city which has consciously preserved its rich traditions of classical music, dance, cuisine, clothing and divinity. It`s a joyful living museum which enthrals &amp; rejuvenates one`s soul &amp; body, inside out...Amazing!" tweeted by a user ProfMKay.&nbsp; 
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"A city to some, home to many" - this posting on Twitter by a user of the microblogging site aptly sums up the emotions of many who love Madras, now known as Chennai, as the city turned 380 years on Thursday.

"A city to some, home to many" - this posting on Twitter by a user of the microblogging site aptly sums up the emotions of many who love Madras, now known as Chennai, as the city turned 380 years on Thursday. Chennaites, and those who moved to other places from the places, took to Twitter to wish the capital city of Tamil Nadu a Happy Birthday! and share memories and emotions connected with it. Founded on August 22, 1639 the city Chennapattinam was later renamed as Madraspatanam and soon people began calling it as Madras. British East India Company purchased Madrasapattinam village in 1639 which marked the founding of the Madras. In 1996, the Tamil Nadu government officially changed its name to Chennai. However, for those born before the 90s, Chennai has always remained Madras similar to how Kolkata continues to be known by its erstwhile 'Calcutta'. The city is home to many film stars including Rajnikanth whose movies are loved by people spanning geographical and linguistic boundaries. Chennai is famed for its architectural marvels and hundred years old temples like Kapaleeswarar Temple and Ekambareswarar Temple. It is also home to the Fort St George, the first British fortress in India. Chennai's Marina beach is the longest beach in the country. Being a hub of one-third of India's automobile industry, the city also got a nickname "The Detroit of India". Chennai-based writer Sreedhar Pillai wrote, "#Madras aka #Chennai is the only place I can ever call home forever. Happy #MadrasDay #Madras380" "Today is Madras Day. Our city is at least 380 years old. Let us celebrate our Madras that is Chennai," Twitter user Sumanth Raman said. A user Vignesh Vicky shared how the city gave him strength and patience to face future pathways. "A beautiful city which has consciously preserved its rich traditions of classical music, dance, cuisine, clothing and divinity. It`s a joyful living museum which enthrals & rejuvenates one`s soul & body, inside out...Amazing!" tweeted by a user ProfMKay.

Madras Day: Chennai turns 380 years old

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