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Welcome to a new edition of ETtech Unwrapped – our weekend newsletter packed with the most important stories from this week. Let’s take a quick look.
WhatsApp, social media influencers emerge as go to campaign mediums as parties sound poll bugle
In the run-up to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, political parties are extensively using social media to propagate their achievements and seek support from voters.
SC proposes judicial oversight in cases probed by central and state agencies
The Supreme Court proposed judicial oversight in cases with investigations by state and central agencies like CBI and ED. It suggested checks and balances for the sanctity of federalism when issuing summons to government servants. The Court also discussed a bribery case against Ankit Tiwari and issued a notice for the transfer of the case.
Wfh frauds: Police arrest two in UP & Bihar linked to 2,700 complaints across country
Fraudulent work-from-home schemes, luring victims with promises of payment for simple tasks before coaxing them into making investments with the prospect of higher returns, are a common occurrence. Two individuals, operating from Prayagraj (UP) and Gopalgunj (Bihar), were apprehended by Gurgaon police. These individuals are linked to a staggering 2,700 cyber fraud complaints across various states, with the majority in UP, Rajasthan, and Telangana.
SC puts on hold Tamil Nadu's case against ED official
The Supreme Court has called for a pan India mechanism to ensure transparent investigation of cases involving the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and state government officials. The court, during a hearing on a petition by the ED, directed TNDVAC to stop investigating Tiwari and requested the Tamil Nadu government to respond within two weeks.
DVAC officials ransacked our office, stole sensitive documents: ED to Tamil Nadu DGP
The Enforcement Directorate is also understood to have registered a money laundering case taking cognisance of this DVAC FIR against its officer to probe the charges against Tiwari and the linked allegations.
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Tamil Nadu's anti-corruption cops raid ED office after officer's arrest
The DVAC's move comes amid the ED's investigations into several cases that the agency had initiated under the previous government against current ministers and officials. On June 14, the central agency arrested Tamil Nadu minister V Senthil Balaji in an alleged money laundering case.
IN10 Media Network ventures into music business
The company said that the music business vertical will serve as a prominent platform for both emerging and established artists from India and beyond.
Maharashtra Premier League 2023: Live streaming details, match schedule and other details to know about it
The League featuring six teams representing different cities in Maharashtra, will play its opening match on Thursday. In a thrilling total of 19 matches throughout the tournament, Chhatrapathi Sambaji Kings, Eagle Nashik Titans, Kolhapur Tuskers, 4S Puneri Bappa, Ratnagiri Jets and Solapur Royals are the six teams in action.
Jaisalmer Desert Festival 2023: Extravaganza of cultural events, celebrity performances; Check festival dates, events, and activities here
The Jaisalmer Desert Festival 2023 is scheduled to start in February. The three-day-long event will glorify the rich Indian culture through various events.
Mundka fire: Building had one escape route, toll may rise with more remains found and 29 people missing
Piecing together the events of Friday, when the blaze started on the first floor of the four-storey building in outer Delhi around 4.45 pm before quickly spreading, Chief Fire Officer Atul Garg said there was only a single entry and exit point. It also did not have a fire safety certificate or fire-fighting equipment.
Delhi fire: 29 still missing; death toll likely to rise as more charred remains found
Fire officials said the four-storey building, which did not have a fire safety certificate, had a single entry and exit point which could have been the reason for the high number of casualties.
NE Delhi violence: There were warning signs before rioting began
Delhi violence: Localities such as Bhajanpura, Maujpur, Gokulpuri, Jafrabad and Mustafabad witnessed clashes since Sunday, when BJP leader Kapil Mishra held a march in support of the Citizenship Amendment Act and warned those sitting on a dharna in Maujpur against the law of dire consequences if they continued to block roads.
Sonbhadra DM, SP removed as Yogi Adityanath cracks down on errant officials after inquiry report
Ten persons were killed and 28 injured in the clash after a village headman and his supporters opened fire on a group of tribals over a land dispute.
KL Rahul, Mujeeb ensure comfortable win for Kings XI over Rajasthan
Chasing a modest 153 run target, Rahul anchored Kings XI's innings from start to finish, scoring 84 off just 54 balls with the help of seven boundaries and three sixes to guide his side home with eight balls to spare.
'New look' Kings XI Punjab take on Delhi Daredevils in their IPL opener
Barring a few who have been retained, most of the domestic and some foreign players have joined the team this season.
Congress social media team head Ramya rues lack of access to resources
Divya Spandana, the head of Congress Social Media team, said that despite these limitations Rahul Gandhi's team is doing a really good job with tweeting for the party President.
Gaana on song, new initiative 'Originals' clocks 20 mn streaming in five weeks
The music streaming app has witnessed 3X growth in this year, registering 40mn active monthly users in September.
Rising Pune Supergiant seek play-off berth against unpredictable Delhi
There is a possibility that Supergiant will be already in the play-offs before they take on Daredevils, provided Kings XI Punjab lose to Mumbai Indians later today.
Bollywood singer Ankit Tiwari acquitted in rape case
Additional Sessions Judge SKS Razvi also acquitted Tiwari's brother Ankur of the charges of of threatening the complainant.
Supergiant look to return to winning ways against Daredevils
It is still early days in the 10th edition of IPL and Rising Pune Supergiant had a mixed outing so far with a win and loss from two games they have played so far.
Ola hires Pranav Tiwari and Sanjay Kharb as vice presidents of engineering
The two new appointments come on the heels of two high-profile exits. Ola CFO, former Infosys veteran Rajiv Bansal has just quit the company, while chief marketing officer Raghuvesh Sarup has also put in his papers.
'GM crops safe but not ultimate solution'
New Delhi, Oct 7 (IANS) Refuting claims that genetically-modified (GM) crops are hazardous or would be monopolised by multinational companies, scientists say the "controversial crops" are perfectly fine as well as a need of the hour.
Apes show human-like ability to guess what others are thinking
New York, Oct 7 (IANS) Just like us, apes can grasp complex mental states and have the ability to guess what others might be thinking, suggests new research.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni in Jharkhand squad for Vijay Hazare Trophy
Dhoni has been selected in the 15-member Jharkhand squad for the Vijay Hazare Trophy one-dayers to be played in Bangalore from December 10 to 18.
'Influence: The Psychology Of Persuasion' is a must-read for marketing professionals: Nilesh Mazumdar
In a candid chat Nilesh Mazumdar, CEO, consumer brands division, Ruchi Soya Industries, talks about books, clothes and food.
Flip-flop over Ankit Fadia as 'Digital India' ambassador
PM Modi's "Digital India" campaign has evoked yet another controversy -- this time over the appointment of a brand ambassador for the campaign.
Government clears air, says named four brand ambassadors for Digital India in July
Fadia told ET that the brand ambassadors were supposed to promote Digital India on social media and to participate in Digital India’s nationwide events.
'Sooraj Dooba Hain' from 'Roy' tops the music charts
Music remains one of the biggest drivers for the success of a film & only a few get it right. Here's the Bollywood Music Report of January-June 2015.
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