DARK SECRETS: 3 - The Real Truth

La Liga chief slams Gianni Infantino’s ‘pathetic’ rant on Fifa’s World Cup critics

La Liga president Javier Tebas has hit out at Gianni Infantino on social media

The Independent UK · Jul 28

Given track record of govt, Nandan Nilekani-led panel's report will also gather dust: Congress

Congress criticises the government's past exam reform implementation. A previous committee's recommendations have seen limited action. The party questions the formation of a new task force. They cite unfulfilled promises and delays in appointments. This raises doubts about the sincerity of current reform efforts.

The Economic Times · Jul 28

U.S. House Ethics Committee is investigating GOP Rep. Lance Gooden

The panel did not say why it was looking into the Terrell Republican, noting only that the matter was referred last month by the Office of Congressional Conduct.

The Texas Tribune · Jul 27

Government proposes complete ban on paraquat dichloride, cites health risks to humans, animals

The Union Agriculture Ministry, which issued the draft order, has invited objections or suggestions from stakeholders within 30 days, after which a final order will be issued.

The Economic Times · Jul 15

UK Ministers Urged to Use Minecraft and SimCity to Get Young People Into Construction and City Planning

World-building games like Minecraft may inspire young people to pursue careers in construction, addressing skills shortages.

International Business Times UK · Jul 13

Fed officials fret over inflation risk, weigh rate hikes

Federal Reserve officials remain concerned about persistent inflation pressures. Incoming price reports will guide future interest rate decisions by policymakers. A divided committee discussed scenarios for potential policy responses. Some officials favor holding rates steady while others see hikes as appropriate. The central bank awaits crucial economic data to shape…

The Economic Times · Jul 11

MPs back benefit boost for 66-year-olds as state pension age increases

The Work and Pensions Committee said some people face a ‘year of hardship’ on inadequate working age benefits and potentially running down savings.

Evening Standard · Jul 10

Some US Fed officials considered rate hike on Iran war fallout, June meeting minutes reveal

US central bank officials discussed rising inflation at their recent meeting. Most participants saw inflation falling on its own, but some favored immediate rate hikes. The committee ultimately decided to keep interest rates steady for now. Policymakers also considered shortening the policy statement and ending forward guidance. New projections indicated…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

Uttarakhand: BKTC official booked for embezzlement of Badrinath Dham Temple donations

A criminal case was filed against Pramod Nautiyal, a Personal Assistant, for allegedly diverting temple offerings. He was suspended by the Badrinath-Kedarnath Temple Committee after preliminary findings substantiated the allegations. An inquiry committee found prima facie evidence of serious irregularities in his official duties. The Uttarakhand Government has also formed…

The Economic Times · Jul 8

Uttarakhand Govt forms high-level committee to probe alleged irregularities with donations at Badrinath shrine

In view of the alleged irregularities and complaints related to donations and offerings at Badrinath Dham, and considering the seriousness of the matter, the Uttarakhand Government has constituted a three-member high-level committee on the instructions of Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami to conduct a comprehensive inquiry.

The Economic Times · Jul 8