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US eases Venezuela oil sanctions amid Iran war; Trump administration moves to boost global supply

US eases Venezuela oil sanctions amid Iran war; Trump administration moves to boost global supply

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The United States has eased sanctions on Venezuela’s state-owned oil sector, allowing American companies to resume limited business with Petróleos de Venezuela S.A. (PDVSA), as the Donald Trump administration seeks to expand global oil supplies during the ongoing Iran conflict, AP reported.The US Treasury Department on Wednesday issued a broad licence permitting PDVSA to sell…

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Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge first reviews: Ranveer Singh starrer called ‘masterpiece’, ‘box office tsunami’ ahead of release

Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge first reviews: Ranveer Singh starrer called ‘masterpiece’, ‘box office tsunami’ ahead of release

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The much-awaited Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge is all set to hit theatres this Thursday, and despite premiere delays and cancellations in some regions, the first reviews are already pouring in—and they are overwhelmingly positive. Starring Ranveer Singh in the lead, the sequel is being hailed as a potential blockbuster, with early reactions suggesting it could…

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Aditya Dhar issues apology as Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge premieres hit by delays, Kannada, Malayalam shows cancelled |

Aditya Dhar issues apology as Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge premieres hit by delays, Kannada, Malayalam shows cancelled |

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Even as Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge finally began rolling out in cinemas, the much-hyped release hit an unexpected roadblock. Several premiere shows across regions were either delayed or cancelled, leaving fans disappointed. Kannada and Malayalam versions, in particular, did not screen as planned on opening evening. Even as Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge finally began rolling…

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What is Jones Act? Trump waives 100-year-old shipping law for 60 days amid Iran war to ease fuel prices

What is Jones Act? Trump waives 100-year-old shipping law for 60 days amid Iran war to ease fuel prices

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US President Donald Trump has announced a temporary 60-day waiver of the century-old Jones Act, a move aimed at easing rising energy prices as global oil markets remain volatile due to escalating tensions involving Iran.The decision allows foreign-flagged ships to transport fuel and other essential commodities between US ports, a major shift from long-standing domestic…

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Congress leader and Jorhat MP Gaurav Gogoi (File photo) NEW DELHI: The Congress has made a major move to boost its prospects in Assam as it attempts to return to power in the state after a decade. The party has fielded its state unit chief, Gaurav Gogoi, currently an MP from Jorhat, to contest his first state election from the assembly constituency of the same name. Assam assembly elections 2026 That the grand old party is leaving no stone unturned in its bid to wrest Assam from the BJP became evident when it appointed Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to lead the candidate screening committee in the state. The candidature of Gogoi is another step in that direction. Watch Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi Joins BJP, Assam Politics Sees Major Shake-Up Ahead of Assembly Elections As per Congress sources, the leadership wants him to be its chief ministerial face.But what might be the party’s strategy in fielding its incumbent state chief — and a sitting MP — in the assembly polls, and positioning him as a potential CM contender?PollWhat factor do you think will influence the outcome of the elections in Assam the most?Candidate PopularityVoter Sentiment Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US pounds Iranian missile sites near key Strait of Hormuz; Iran rains down cluster bombs on Tel AvivIran confirms death of national security chief Ali Larijani, president Pezeshkian offers condolencesLarijani Killing Escalates Conflict: Israel admits strike on Iran chief; Hormuz oil fears growChange of political landscape in AssamFor long, the Congress had been the dominant political force in Assam. Even in its most recent stint, it secured three consecutive terms, 15 years, under the leadership of Tarun Gogoi, one of its tallest leaders in Assam and the state’s longest-serving chief minister, with a tenure lasting from 2001 to 2016. Gaurav Gogoi is his son. Assam assembly elections 2021 In fact, when the BJP finally unseated its arch-rival and formed its first government in Assam in 2016, one of the strategists behind the victory was a former Congressman, Himanta Biswa Sarma, who had joined the BJP just the previous year. Following the BJP government’s re-election five years on, Sarma was made the chief minister. His political nous has also seen him become a key architect of the saffron party’s recent dominance in the northeast. Vote share Assam assembly elections 2021 The BJP’s rise changed Assam’s political landscape. The Congress now hopes Gaurav Gogoi can help it regain ground.Gaurav Gogoi: Congress’ most well-known face from AssamSince the demise of his father in 2020, the 43-year-old has emerged as the Congress’ most prominent face in Assam. His importance to the party is reflected in the responsibilities entrusted to him—deputy leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha and president of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee. Gaurav Gogoi Gogoi has risen quickly despite being in politics for just over a decade. Born and educated in Delhi, and later in the United States, where he pursued higher studies, he began his political career by joining the grand-old party in 2014 and went on to win Assam’s Kaliabor Lok Sabha seat. He retained the seat in the 2019 general elections.Since becoming the deputy leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, he has also led parliamentary debates on several key issues, underscoring his growing prominence within the party.Attempt to capitalise on Tarun Gogoi’s legacy?The former CM remains a towering figure in Assam, widely revered for his leadership. Popularly known as “Jana Neta” (leader of the masses), he was posthumously awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan — India’s third-highest civilian honour — on Republic Day 2021, just two months after his passing.A Union minister under then-Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao, he held Assam Congress’ leadership twice: 1986-1990 and 1996-2002. Tarun Gogoi The Congress has lacked strong leadership in Assam since he stepped back following the 2016 poll defeat. Now, more than five years after his death, and perhaps sensing anti-incumbency against the BJP-led government after two consecutive terms, the party appears to be placing its bets on the son.By entrusting Gaurav with state leadership and fielding him in the assembly elections, the Congress could well be banking on the father’s legacy to reclaim power.How Gaurav Gogoi’s Jorhat candidature carries weightThat Jorhat is Gogoi’s home district and his parliamentary constituency is certainly a significant advantage. In the 2024 general elections, after shifting from his Kaliabor seat, he won Jorhat by more than 1.4 lakh votes against the then-sitting BJP MP, Topon Kumar Gogoi, even as the Modi wave swept Assam for a third consecutive Lok Sabha election.Yet, the Congress’ strategy of fielding him from the Jorhat assembly is based on a different calculation.With Sarma repeatedly branding it as a party reliant on “Miyas” (migrant Muslims of Bangladeshi origin), the Congress is now seeking to shed the “Miya” vote-bank label, according to an Assam Congress leader.The leader added that Gogoi’s candidacy would also energise Congress cadres to challenge the BJP.Jorhat is a prominent upper Assam seat where indigenous tribes and communities remain a deciding factor in elections, unlike many constituencies in lower and central Assam where Muslims have a significant presence.The Muslim voteYet, a pre-poll survey indicates that the Muslim vote is likely to remain with the Congress.A January opinion poll by Vote Vibe indicated that Gogoi is the overwhelming favourite for the chief minister’s post among Muslim voters. 79% Muslims respondents expressed support for Gogoi, while only 10% backed Sarma for the post. This stands in contrast to the overall findings, where 48% of respondents supported Sarma and 42% favoured Gogoi. In 2021, too, the community had preferred the Congress-led Mahajot coalition.Out of Assam’s 35 districts, 11 have a Muslim population exceeding 50%. In 2021, the Mahajot won 35 of the 46 assembly constituencies in these districts, while the BJP-led NDA secured 11.Overall, the Mahajot won 50 seats in the 126-member assembly—in other words, 70% of its wins came from just these 11 districts.With the Muslim community comprising 34% of Assam’s population of over 3 crore, Assam has the highest proportion of Muslim residents among all states, second only to the Muslim-majority Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.Congress taking the fight to Himanta Sarma?Himanta Biswa Sarma is no ordinary former Congressman, nor is he just another politician who left the Congress for the BJP and found success there. Once a minister in the Assam government led by Tarun Gogoi, Sarma has aggressively targeted his former party since joining the BJP.However, in recent days, the Congress, too, has attacked Sarma, including releasing a “corruption chargesheet” against him and his government.Also, while he has mostly attacked Rahul Gandhi, Sarma has recently been butting heads with Gaurav Gogoi over the Congress leader’s alleged Pakistan links.By picking the younger Gogoi as its face, the Congress has signalled its intent to take Sarma head-on.In a 2021 post-poll survey by Lokniti with nearly 3,500 respondents, Gogoi came second but led Sarma, with 428 people favouring him as the next chief minister compared to 370 for Sarma, who was third. That poll was led by then-CM Sarbananda Sonowal, who led the BJP’s first government in Assam. Sonowal was moved to the Centre, where he remains a minister, with Sarma succeeding him in Dispur.No cakewalk for Congress and Gaurav GogoiWhen the Congress announced its first list of candidates—Gogoi and 41 others— the election schedule was yet to be released. By taking the lead, the Congress is clearly seeking a first-mover advantage. Sending him to contest the poll battle also underlines the party’s strategy of putting forward a high-profile leader to boost its prospects in the state.However, with the BJP well entrenched, a Congress victory is far from straightforward. With ample resources at its disposal, and banking on the popularity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and CM Sarma, the saffron party has positioned itself to score a hat trick in Assam.The election battle is fast approaching. The voting will be held in a single phase on April 9. The counting of votes will take place on May 4.About the AuthorKaran ManralKaran Manral is a journalist at the Times of India. He covers politics, social issues, and international affairs, exploring stories that affect people’s everyday lives. He also writes explainers to make these stories easier for readers to follow.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Secures Oil Supply As Jag Laadki Ship Survives War Threat At Hormuz, Reaches Gujarat SafelyIndia On Target? 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Congress leader and Jorhat MP Gaurav Gogoi (File photo) NEW DELHI: The Congress has made a major move to boost its prospects in Assam as it attempts to return to power in the state after a decade. The party has fielded its state unit chief, Gaurav Gogoi, currently an MP from Jorhat, to contest his first state election from the assembly constituency of the same name. Assam assembly elections 2026 That the grand old party is leaving no stone unturned in its bid to wrest Assam from the BJP became evident when it appointed Priyanka Gandhi Vadra to lead the candidate screening committee in the state. The candidature of Gogoi is another step in that direction. Watch Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi Joins BJP, Assam Politics Sees Major Shake-Up Ahead of Assembly Elections As per Congress sources, the leadership wants him to be its chief ministerial face.But what might be the party’s strategy in fielding its incumbent state chief — and a sitting MP — in the assembly polls, and positioning him as a potential CM contender?PollWhat factor do you think will influence the outcome of the elections in Assam the most?Candidate PopularityVoter Sentiment Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US pounds Iranian missile sites near key Strait of Hormuz; Iran rains down cluster bombs on Tel AvivIran confirms death of national security chief Ali Larijani, president Pezeshkian offers condolencesLarijani Killing Escalates Conflict: Israel admits strike on Iran chief; Hormuz oil fears growChange of political landscape in AssamFor long, the Congress had been the dominant political force in Assam. Even in its most recent stint, it secured three consecutive terms, 15 years, under the leadership of Tarun Gogoi, one of its tallest leaders in Assam and the state’s longest-serving chief minister, with a tenure lasting from 2001 to 2016. Gaurav Gogoi is his son. Assam assembly elections 2021 In fact, when the BJP finally unseated its arch-rival and formed its first government in Assam in 2016, one of the strategists behind the victory was a former Congressman, Himanta Biswa Sarma, who had joined the BJP just the previous year. Following the BJP government’s re-election five years on, Sarma was made the chief minister. His political nous has also seen him become a key architect of the saffron party’s recent dominance in the northeast. Vote share Assam assembly elections 2021 The BJP’s rise changed Assam’s political landscape. The Congress now hopes Gaurav Gogoi can help it regain ground.Gaurav Gogoi: Congress’ most well-known face from AssamSince the demise of his father in 2020, the 43-year-old has emerged as the Congress’ most prominent face in Assam. His importance to the party is reflected in the responsibilities entrusted to him—deputy leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha and president of the Assam Pradesh Congress Committee. Gaurav Gogoi Gogoi has risen quickly despite being in politics for just over a decade. Born and educated in Delhi, and later in the United States, where he pursued higher studies, he began his political career by joining the grand-old party in 2014 and went on to win Assam’s Kaliabor Lok Sabha seat. He retained the seat in the 2019 general elections.Since becoming the deputy leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha, he has also led parliamentary debates on several key issues, underscoring his growing prominence within the party.Attempt to capitalise on Tarun Gogoi’s legacy?The former CM remains a towering figure in Assam, widely revered for his leadership. Popularly known as “Jana Neta” (leader of the masses), he was posthumously awarded the prestigious Padma Bhushan — India’s third-highest civilian honour — on Republic Day 2021, just two months after his passing.A Union minister under then-Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao, he held Assam Congress’ leadership twice: 1986-1990 and 1996-2002. Tarun Gogoi The Congress has lacked strong leadership in Assam since he stepped back following the 2016 poll defeat. Now, more than five years after his death, and perhaps sensing anti-incumbency against the BJP-led government after two consecutive terms, the party appears to be placing its bets on the son.By entrusting Gaurav with state leadership and fielding him in the assembly elections, the Congress could well be banking on the father’s legacy to reclaim power.How Gaurav Gogoi’s Jorhat candidature carries weightThat Jorhat is Gogoi’s home district and his parliamentary constituency is certainly a significant advantage. In the 2024 general elections, after shifting from his Kaliabor seat, he won Jorhat by more than 1.4 lakh votes against the then-sitting BJP MP, Topon Kumar Gogoi, even as the Modi wave swept Assam for a third consecutive Lok Sabha election.Yet, the Congress’ strategy of fielding him from the Jorhat assembly is based on a different calculation.With Sarma repeatedly branding it as a party reliant on “Miyas” (migrant Muslims of Bangladeshi origin), the Congress is now seeking to shed the “Miya” vote-bank label, according to an Assam Congress leader.The leader added that Gogoi’s candidacy would also energise Congress cadres to challenge the BJP.Jorhat is a prominent upper Assam seat where indigenous tribes and communities remain a deciding factor in elections, unlike many constituencies in lower and central Assam where Muslims have a significant presence.The Muslim voteYet, a pre-poll survey indicates that the Muslim vote is likely to remain with the Congress.A January opinion poll by Vote Vibe indicated that Gogoi is the overwhelming favourite for the chief minister’s post among Muslim voters. 79% Muslims respondents expressed support for Gogoi, while only 10% backed Sarma for the post. This stands in contrast to the overall findings, where 48% of respondents supported Sarma and 42% favoured Gogoi. In 2021, too, the community had preferred the Congress-led Mahajot coalition.Out of Assam’s 35 districts, 11 have a Muslim population exceeding 50%. In 2021, the Mahajot won 35 of the 46 assembly constituencies in these districts, while the BJP-led NDA secured 11.Overall, the Mahajot won 50 seats in the 126-member assembly—in other words, 70% of its wins came from just these 11 districts.With the Muslim community comprising 34% of Assam’s population of over 3 crore, Assam has the highest proportion of Muslim residents among all states, second only to the Muslim-majority Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir.Congress taking the fight to Himanta Sarma?Himanta Biswa Sarma is no ordinary former Congressman, nor is he just another politician who left the Congress for the BJP and found success there. Once a minister in the Assam government led by Tarun Gogoi, Sarma has aggressively targeted his former party since joining the BJP.However, in recent days, the Congress, too, has attacked Sarma, including releasing a “corruption chargesheet” against him and his government.Also, while he has mostly attacked Rahul Gandhi, Sarma has recently been butting heads with Gaurav Gogoi over the Congress leader’s alleged Pakistan links.By picking the younger Gogoi as its face, the Congress has signalled its intent to take Sarma head-on.In a 2021 post-poll survey by Lokniti with nearly 3,500 respondents, Gogoi came second but led Sarma, with 428 people favouring him as the next chief minister compared to 370 for Sarma, who was third. That poll was led by then-CM Sarbananda Sonowal, who led the BJP’s first government in Assam. Sonowal was moved to the Centre, where he remains a minister, with Sarma succeeding him in Dispur.No cakewalk for Congress and Gaurav GogoiWhen the Congress announced its first list of candidates—Gogoi and 41 others— the election schedule was yet to be released. By taking the lead, the Congress is clearly seeking a first-mover advantage. Sending him to contest the poll battle also underlines the party’s strategy of putting forward a high-profile leader to boost its prospects in the state.However, with the BJP well entrenched, a Congress victory is far from straightforward. With ample resources at its disposal, and banking on the popularity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and CM Sarma, the saffron party has positioned itself to score a hat trick in Assam.The election battle is fast approaching. The voting will be held in a single phase on April 9. The counting of votes will take place on May 4.About the AuthorKaran ManralKaran Manral is a journalist at the Times of India. He covers politics, social issues, and international affairs, exploring stories that affect people’s everyday lives. He also writes explainers to make these stories easier for readers to follow.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Secures Oil Supply As Jag Laadki Ship Survives War Threat At Hormuz, Reaches Gujarat SafelyIndia On Target? 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Congress leader and Jorhat MP Gaurav Gogoi (File photo) NEW DELHI: The Congress has made a major move to boost its prospects in Assam as it attempts to return to power in the state after a decade. The party has fielded its state unit chief, Gaurav Gogoi, currently an MP from Jorhat, to contest his…

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IPL 2026: List of coaches for all 10 teams

IPL 2026: List of coaches for all 10 teams

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NEW DELHI: The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season is fast approaching, with all 10 franchises finalising their coaching setups and support staff ahead of the new campaign. The tournament is set to begin on March 28, with defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru taking on Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium.Teams have assembled a…

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US wholesale inflation jumps to 3.4% in February; food costs drive biggest rise in a year

US wholesale inflation jumps to 3.4% in February; food costs drive biggest rise in a year

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US wholesale prices rose more than expected in February, reflecting mounting inflationary pressures even before the recent surge in global energy prices linked to the Iran conflict, according to data released by the Labor Department as reported news agency AP.The department reported on Wednesday that its producer price index (PPI), which measures inflation at the…

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Swara Bhasker breaks silence on ‘fake tweet’ attributed to her about Priyanka Chopra’s Oscars 2026 appearance: ‘Ajeeb desperation hai’

Swara Bhasker breaks silence on ‘fake tweet’ attributed to her about Priyanka Chopra’s Oscars 2026 appearance: ‘Ajeeb desperation hai’

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Swara Bhasker who is often in the news for her social media presence and also banter with trolls sometimes recently found herself trending again after a supposed post criticising Priyanka Chopra Jonas during her Oscars 2026 appearance went viral. However, on March 18, Swara set the record straight, stating that the post was completely fabricated….

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Dras colder than Siberia right now: Ladakh’s coldest village records extreme chill as snow grips region |

Dras colder than Siberia right now: Ladakh’s coldest village records extreme chill as snow grips region |

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The high-altitude town of Dras is currently experiencing harsher conditions than parts of Siberia. Current weather data indicates that Dras is experiencing cold weather with snowfall throughout the day, with daytime highs of about 1°C and nighttime lows of -5°C. The amount of snowfall is expected to be between 5 and 10 cm throughout the…

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“She’s there for the money”: Deion Sanders and Karrueche Tran spark “gold digger” debate as viral video divides fans

“She’s there for the money”: Deion Sanders and Karrueche Tran spark “gold digger” debate as viral video divides fans

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(Image via Getty: Shedeur Sanders, Deion Sanders, Karrueche Tran) Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders has never been one to shy away from the spotlight, but his latest viral video alongside actress Karrueche Tran has the internet divided. While some see a beautiful story of support following his 2025 health scares, a loud segment of the comment…

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NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday reprimanded West Bengal government for objecting to the validity of Enforcement Directorate’s plea over alleged obstruction by chief minister Mamata Banerjee during a raid on I-PAC.The top court observed that no entity can be left without a remedy under the Constitution.A bench of justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and NV Anjaria asked how the central probing agency would seek legal recourse if it is not allowed to approach courts.“If the ED, according to you, cannot file a writ petition under Article 32, then surely it cannot approach the high court under Article 226 either. Where will they go? There cannot be a vacuum,” the top court said.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US pounds Iranian missile sites near key Strait of Hormuz; Iran rains down cluster bombs on Tel AvivIran confirms death of national security chief Ali Larijani, president Pezeshkian offers condolencesLarijani Killing Escalates Conflict: Israel admits strike on Iran chief; Hormuz oil fears growThe bench also pulled up Mamata over the allegation of obstructing the officials during the raid and said that it raises larger constitutional concerns.Appearing for the state, senior advocate Shyam Divan argued that the ED is not a juristic entity and therefore cannot file writ petitions.He said only the Union of India has the authority to initiate such proceedings and warned that allowing departments to independently invoke writ jurisdiction could disrupt the federal structure.Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for Mamata, also contended that the ED cannot seek directions for a CBI probe into the alleged obstruction.This comes as the central agency, in its plea, sought registration of an FIR against Banerjee and police officials. It has also challenged an FIR filed by the West Bengal Police against its officers.Earlier, on January 15, the top court had termed the alleged obstruction “very serious” and stayed FIRs against ED officials who conducted the raid. It also directed the West Bengal Police to preserve CCTV footage of the operation.The court had also issued notices to Banerjee, the West Bengal government, former DGP Rajeev Kumar, and other senior police officials on the ED’s plea seeking a CBI probe into the alleged obstruction.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday reprimanded West Bengal government for objecting to the validity of Enforcement Directorate’s plea over alleged obstruction by chief minister Mamata Banerjee during a raid on I-PAC.The top court observed that no entity can be left without a remedy under the Constitution.A bench of justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and NV Anjaria asked how the central probing agency would seek legal recourse if it is not allowed to approach courts.“If the ED, according to you, cannot file a writ petition under Article 32, then surely it cannot approach the high court under Article 226 either. Where will they go? There cannot be a vacuum,” the top court said.Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: US pounds Iranian missile sites near key Strait of Hormuz; Iran rains down cluster bombs on Tel AvivIran confirms death of national security chief Ali Larijani, president Pezeshkian offers condolencesLarijani Killing Escalates Conflict: Israel admits strike on Iran chief; Hormuz oil fears growThe bench also pulled up Mamata over the allegation of obstructing the officials during the raid and said that it raises larger constitutional concerns.Appearing for the state, senior advocate Shyam Divan argued that the ED is not a juristic entity and therefore cannot file writ petitions.He said only the Union of India has the authority to initiate such proceedings and warned that allowing departments to independently invoke writ jurisdiction could disrupt the federal structure.Senior advocate Kapil Sibal, appearing for Mamata, also contended that the ED cannot seek directions for a CBI probe into the alleged obstruction.This comes as the central agency, in its plea, sought registration of an FIR against Banerjee and police officials. It has also challenged an FIR filed by the West Bengal Police against its officers.Earlier, on January 15, the top court had termed the alleged obstruction “very serious” and stayed FIRs against ED officials who conducted the raid. It also directed the West Bengal Police to preserve CCTV footage of the operation.The court had also issued notices to Banerjee, the West Bengal government, former DGP Rajeev Kumar, and other senior police officials on the ED’s plea seeking a CBI probe into the alleged obstruction.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. 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NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday reprimanded West Bengal government for objecting to the validity of Enforcement Directorate’s plea over alleged obstruction by chief minister Mamata Banerjee during a raid on I-PAC.The top court observed that no entity can be left without a remedy under the Constitution.A bench of justices Prashant Kumar Mishra and…

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