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🗞️ The Daily Ledger – 28 May 2025
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Cast at Residence: Govt. Likely to Move Motion to Impeach Justice Verma
New Delhi: In an unprecedented escalation, the Union Government is reportedly preparing to bring a formal motion in Parliament seeking the impeachment of Supreme Court Justice R.K. Verma. The move comes after weeks of controversy surrounding alleged improprieties linked to judicial conduct and personal affiliations. Legal and political circles are abuzz as this could mark only the second such move in independent India’s judicial history.
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Exports to UK Under Cloud: Carbon Tax Exclusion in FTA Sparks Concern
London/New Delhi: India’s export sector could face fresh hurdles as the recently inked Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United Kingdom omits provisions on carbon taxation. With the UK’s green import norms tightening, Indian exporters of steel, cement, and textiles may face additional tariffs. Trade analysts warn this gap could undercut the very competitiveness the FTA aimed to promote.
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US Puts Pause on Student Visa Interviews Amid Social Media Vetting Buzz
Washington, D.C.: The US State Department has temporarily paused some scheduled student visa interviews, citing an ongoing review of security protocols amid reports of expanded social media background checks. The move has left thousands of Indian applicants in limbo, with many institutions urging clarity before the Fall semester admissions deadlines.
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HAL Joins Race for 5th Gen Fighter Jet; Govt Invites Private Participation
Bengaluru: The Indian defence establishment is gearing up to finalize a domestic execution model for its ambitious fifth-generation fighter jet program. Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) will now bid for the contract alongside private sector aerospace firms under a new public-private partnership (PPP) framework. The Ministry of Defence expects prototype development to begin by mid-2026.
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President Hosts Conference; 68 Padma Awardees Honoured
Rashtrapati Bhavan: President Droupadi Murmu today presided over a special conference celebrating this year’s Padma Awardees. In a solemn yet inspiring ceremony, 68 citizens from diverse walks of life were honoured for their distinguished service to the nation. The President lauded their dedication, noting that "the real strength of India lies in the silent service of its people."
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