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Pawan Khera denied anticipatory bail by Gauhati High Court in Assam case

The Gauhati High Court has denied anticipatory bail to Congress leader Pawan Khera in a case filed by Assam CM’s wife over alleged remarks.

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Congress leader Pawan Khera

The Gauhati High Court has rejected the anticipatory bail plea filed by Congress leader Pawan Khera in connection with a criminal case registered in Assam.

The case stems from a complaint filed by Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, wife of Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, following remarks made by Khera earlier this month.

A single-judge bench heard arguments from both sides earlier this week and reserved its order before delivering the verdict on Friday. With the rejection of anticipatory bail, Khera no longer has protection from arrest in the case.

Background of the case

The FIR against Pawan Khera was lodged after he made allegations during a press conference on April 5, claiming that the Chief Minister’s wife possessed multiple passports and undisclosed overseas assets.

Following these statements, legal proceedings were initiated in Assam, invoking multiple charges including defamation, cheating, and forgery.

Arguments in court

During the hearing, Khera’s legal team argued that the case was politically motivated and that arrest was not necessary, asserting that he was not a flight risk.

On the other hand, the Assam government opposed the plea, stating that the case involved serious offences beyond simple defamation and required custodial investigation.

Supreme Court’s earlier stance

Before approaching the Gauhati High Court, Khera had sought protection from arrest from the Supreme Court. However, the apex court declined to extend relief and directed him to approach the appropriate court in Assam.

What happens next

With the High Court denying anticipatory bail, the legal proceedings against Khera are set to continue, and he may now face arrest depending on the course of the investigation.

The case has also triggered political reactions, adding to tensions between the Congress and the Assam government.

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India bans sugar exports till September 2026 amid domestic supply concerns

India has banned sugar exports with immediate effect until September 2026 or until further orders to stabilise domestic supply and control prices.

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The Indian government has banned the export of sugar with immediate effect until September 30, 2026, or until further orders, in a move aimed at addressing domestic supply concerns and stabilising local prices.

According to an order issued by the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, the restriction applies to raw, white and refined sugar shipments.

The policy shift effectively changes the export status from “restricted” to “prohibited,” marking a significant tightening of India’s sugar export regime.

Shift from earlier export allowance

India had previously permitted limited sugar exports based on expectations of surplus production. However, the latest decision reverses that stance amid evolving supply conditions.

The move is intended to ensure sufficient domestic availability of sugar and control price pressures in the local market.

Key impact on trade and shipments

The ban will apply to all new export consignments of sugar categories covered under the order. However, exemptions may apply for shipments already in the pipeline, depending on compliance with specified conditions set by authorities.

The restriction is expected to significantly impact sugar trade flows, given India’s position as one of the world’s largest sugar producers and exporters.

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Congress ends Kerala suspense, VD Satheesan to be CM

Congress has named V D Satheesan as the next chief minister of Kerala, concluding its internal deliberations over the state leadership.

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VD Satheesan

The Congress party has announced that V D Satheesan will be the next Chief Minister of Kerala, ending days of speculation over the leadership choice following the United Democratic Front’s (UDF) recent electoral victory.

The decision was taken by the party leadership after internal discussions and comes amid intense lobbying among senior leaders for the top post.

Leadership decision after prolonged suspense

According to reports, the announcement was made after a series of meetings within the Congress high command, which had been deliberating between multiple contenders for the chief minister’s post.

Satheesan, who currently serves as the Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Legislative Assembly, emerged as the final choice after discussions involving senior party leadership in Delhi.

Who is V D Satheesan

V D Satheesan is a senior Congress leader from Kerala and has been one of the party’s most prominent faces in the state. He has served as Leader of the Opposition in the Kerala Assembly since 2021 and has represented the Paravur constituency multiple times.

He is widely seen as a key strategist within the Congress-led UDF in Kerala.

Internal competition within Congress

The selection process had reportedly seen competition among several senior leaders, including K C Venugopal and Ramesh Chennithala, before the party finalized Satheesan’s name.

The delay in announcing the chief minister had led to speculation and political debate within Kerala’s political circles.

UDF returns to power in Kerala

The announcement follows the United Democratic Front’s electoral victory in the state, which ended the Left Democratic Front’s (LDF) tenure in Kerala politics.

The new government formation is expected to take place soon after the formal swearing-in process is completed.

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Jaishankar, Lavrov hold talks in New Delhi ahead of BRICS foreign ministers’ meet

S Jaishankar and Sergey Lavrov discussed India-Russia cooperation, energy ties and global issues ahead of the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting in New Delhi.

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S. Jaishankar met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in New Delhi on Wednesday ahead of the two-day BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting hosted by India.

The meeting focused on strengthening India-Russia cooperation in areas including energy and trade, while the two leaders also exchanged views on major global developments.

Lavrov arrived in the national capital to participate in the BRICS foreign ministers’ conclave beginning Thursday. Ministers and delegates from several BRICS member countries, including Brazil and South Africa, are attending the discussions chaired by India.

In a social media post after the meeting, Jaishankar described the interaction as a “productive exchange of views” with his Russian counterpart. Reports said the talks also covered the ongoing West Asia tensions and the Ukraine conflict.

According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, the discussions were expected to review progress on bilateral agreements and preparations for upcoming high-level engagements between the two countries.

The BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting in New Delhi is likely to focus on regional security, global governance reforms, energy security and economic cooperation among member nations. The ongoing conflict in West Asia is also expected to feature prominently during the deliberations.

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