First win at Paris Olympics, Great Nicobar Project, and SC on CM Soren's bail
Jul 30, 2024
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Manu Bhaker, a groundbreaking 22-year-old Indian shooter, became the first woman from India to earn an Olympic medal, sharing her inspiring journey and the support that fueled her success. The discussion also delves into the controversial Great Nicobar Development Project, balancing economic growth with ecological concerns amidst opposition from conservationists. Finally, insights into the Supreme Court’s ruling on Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren's bail highlight the ongoing legal challenges and political dynamics surrounding the case.
Manu Bhaker's historic bronze medal at the Paris Olympics highlights the importance of dedication and family support in achieving success.
The Great Nicobar Development Project faces opposition due to environmental concerns, leading to a high-powered committee reassessing its ecological impact.
Deep dives
Manu Bhakar’s Historic Olympic Achievement
Manu Bhakar made history by becoming the first female shooter from India to win an Olympic medal, claiming bronze in the women's 10-metre air pistol event at the Paris Olympics. Competing against two South Korean and two Chinese shooters, she displayed remarkable skill and resilience throughout the finals. Despite the pressure, she maintained her position in the top spots, narrowly missing silver by just 0.1 points. Bhakar expressed her joy at achieving this milestone and shared hopes for more medals for India in future competitions.
The Great Nicobar Development Project
The Government of India's Great Nicobar Development Project aims to develop the region with a significant investment in infrastructure, including a transshipment port, airport, and township. This initiative is seen as an effort to leverage the Nicobar Islands' strategic location in relation to major shipping lanes in Southeast Asia. However, the project has faced legal challenges due to concerns about its environmental impact, leading to the formation of a high-powered committee to reassess the project's ecological implications. This committee has been tasked with addressing deficiencies related to coral translocation and potential harm to sensitive ecological zones.
Supreme Court's Verdict on Bail for Jharkhand CM
The Supreme Court upheld the Jharkhand High Court's decision to grant bail to Chief Minister Heman Sireen, rejecting an appeal from the Enforcement Directorate challenging the ruling. The court described the High Court's judgment as well-reasoned, despite concerns raised about evidence presented against Sireen in a money laundering case linked to a land scam. Justice Gavai emphasized that the High Court had justified its decision to disregard certain recorded statements that lacked a direct connection to Sireen. This ruling underscores the complexities involved in the legal proceedings surrounding allegations of corruption in Jharkhand.
First, Indian Express' Nitin Sharma talks to us about India's very first medal at the Paris Olympics. Manu Bhaker, a 22-year-old Indian shooter became India's very first woman shooter to have won a medal at the Olympics. Nitin shares insights about her journey and how her dedication and her family's support contributed to her win.
Next, Indian Express’ Nikhil Ghanekar speaks to us about the government's plan to develop Great Nicobar through the Great Nicobar Development Project. This is a Rs 72,000 crore worth infrastructure upgrade project that is facing opposition by conservationists and researchers and now a high powered committee has given its findings regarding the same. (12:30)
And in the end, we talk about the Supreme Court’s verdict on the Enforcement Directorate’s plea challenging the bail granted to Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren. (20:47)
Hosted, written and produced by Niharika Nanda Edited and mixed by Suresh Pawar
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