Securities market code bill: Sebi reform bill seeks bigger board, stronger oversight; key provisions explained

The Securities Market Code Bill, introduced in the Lok Sabha on Thursday, proposes a sweeping overhaul of India’s securities law framework, including expanding the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) board to up to 15 members from the current nine, strengthening governance norms and enhancing investor protection, PTI reported.The Bill seeks to reinforce Sebi’s…

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Why is everyone talking about the ‘table-top red-marked’ National Highway in Madhya Pradesh? |

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), which oversees the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), is implementing safety-focused designs that also safeguard ecosystems as the country’s highway network continues to grow. The latest highway stretch in question is the one in Madhya Pradesh that has been able to do just that, and balance…

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IPL 2026: R Ashwin leaves out CSK from his top four, fourth pick comes as surprise | Cricket News

Ravichandran Ashwin (C), Ravindra Jadeja (L) and Vijay Shankar (R) (Photo by Prakash Singh/Getty Images) Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has named his four favourites for the upcoming IPL season, notably leaving out his former franchise Chennai Super Kings. His selections come shortly after the IPL mini-auction held at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi….

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‘Violent act’ foiled in Australia: Seven held in Sydney; PM vows to stamp out hatred

Police cordon off an area at Bondi Beach after a reported shooting in Sydney, Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025. (AP Photo/Mark Baker) Armed police prevented a potential “violent act” in Sydney on Thursday, as the city still grapples with the aftermath of the Bondi Beach shooting.Also Read: Man behind Australia’s Bondi beach shooting is from HyderabadAuthorities…

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Annamalai arrested: TN police detains BJP workers for protesting garbage dumping; BJP calls it ‘condemnable’ | India News

NEW DELHI: The Tamil Nadu police on Thursday ‘arrested’ former BJP state president K Annamalai along with other party workers protesting against “dumping of waste from Tiruppur city at Chinnakalipalayam village,” BJP said.BJP alleged that it drew the Stalin government ire for supporting and protesting along with the the local residents against the decision of…

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IndiGo disruptions: CCI to review mass flight cancellations, probe to examine competition angle

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) announced on Thursday it will investigate IndiGo airlines’ recent mass flight cancellations under Competition rules, following widespread disruptions that affected thousands of passengers since December 2, PTI reported.The fair trade regulator stated it has taken notice of complaints filed against IndiGo regarding the recent aviation sector disruptions across various…

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Pakistan kabaddi player plays for Indian Team, set to face disciplinary action | More sports News

India-Pakistan Flags (AFP) A leading Pakistani international kabaddi player, Ubaidullah Rajput, is staring at possible disciplinary action after his participation in a private tournament in Bahrain triggered a major controversy back home. The issue surfaced after images and videos of Rajput wearing an Indian jersey and waving the Indian flag during the GCC Cup on…

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