KS Kumar

KS Kumar leads South Matters’ political and government coverage, tracking national politics, policy decisions and developments that shape India. He also covers India and world news, and writes political analysis that explains what major events mean for readers in the South.

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World News

Elon Musk Takes Fresh Dig at Ambani, Seeks Permission for Starlink in India

Elon Musk has taken another swipe at Mukesh Ambani over Starlink’s delayed India launch, highlighting internet access for remote communities, education and emergency communications during natural disasters.

National

ED Attaches ₹34.91 Crore Assets in Nexa Evergreen Investment Fraud Case

The Enforcement Directorate has provisionally attached assets worth ₹34.91 crore in the Nexa Evergreen investment fraud case. The agency alleges the group collected ₹2,676 crore from investors between 2019 and 2023.

National

Internet Services Suspended Within 4-Km Radius in New Delhi

The Ministry of Home Affairs has approved a temporary internet shutdown within a 4-km radius of the Janpath–Kartavya Path crossing in New Delhi from October 9 to October 10.

National

Delhi Police Issues Statement Ahead of October 10 Protest, Cites Security Concerns

Delhi Police has cited past violence, crowd-management challenges and public safety concerns in a statement on the proposed CJP protest at Jantar Mantar on October 10.

National

Supreme Court Directs Centre Not to Completely Suspend Trains to Delhi

The Supreme Court has reportedly directed the Centre to maintain essential transport services to Delhi in a controlled manner, avoiding unnecessary hardship to passengers ahead of the October 10 protests.