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NewsDelhi Riots: HC rejects pleas seeking FIR against politicians for hate speech
The Delhi High Court dismissed petitions seeking FIRs against politicians over alleged hate speeches linked to the 2020 North-East Delhi riots, along with pleas seeking SIT probes into alleged police atrocities at Jamia Millia Islamia.
Democracy in peril as voters illegally ousted: Former SC judge Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman
Justice Rohinton Fali Nariman expressed concerns regarding the functioning of the Election Commission in India. He highlighted the issue of illegal removal of voters from electoral lists, especially in West Bengal. Nariman noted that 90 lakh voters were disenfranchised, with many not having access to justice. He emphasized the need for reform in the appointment process of election commissioners to ensure fairness.
1 dead as Russian drones hit desi pharma plant in Ukraine
In Ukraine's Sumy region, six Russian drones attacked the Kusum Group's pharmaceutical plant, killing one engineer and injuring others. The main structure of the facility was largely destroyed during the targeted strike, which occurs amid a pattern of similar attacks. The company estimates damage from this incident could exceed $50 million, impacting operations significantly.
External affairs minister S Jaishankar says US has chosen to become 'lonelier power'
S Jaishankar stated that India aims to mediate in the Russia-Ukraine conflict through dialogue and diplomacy. India has recently proposed ideas addressing issues like grain and energy exports to both nations. Jaishankar emphasized America's changing global position and the implications of China's rise on international relations. India is also facing domestic repercussions due to the ongoing conflict, including commer…
25 paisa/kg wheat MSP hike an 'insult': Samyukta Kisan Morcha
Farmer organisations represented by Samyukta Kisan Morcha rejected the government's announced minimum support prices for Rabi crops. They described the small increase for wheat as an insult rather than acceptable compensation. SKM called for a revision of MSPs and urged states to offer bonuses to farmers. Additionally, they highlighted the impact of rising diesel and input costs on farming.
'Look Out Circular' against parents of man who secretly took away child to US
The Supreme Court has indicated consequences for parents of a man who abducted his daughter to the US. This decision came during a case regarding child custody between NRI couples. The father has been ordered to return to India with the child within four weeks. If he fails to comply, his parents will face legal consequences. The court emphasizes the importance of the child's connection with her mother.
SIR strikes at heart of Constitution: Supreme Court judge Ujjal Bhuyan
Justice Ujjal Bhuyan condemned the extensive deletion of voter names from electoral rolls due to the special intensive revision process. He emphasized that such actions undermine the core principles of the Indian Constitution and disenfranchise millions of citizens. Bhuyan highlighted that the right to vote is essential for free and fair elections in India. He urged that no citizen should be denied the right to vote…
Jammu and Kashmir: Pakistani prisoner dies by suicide in jail
Shahid Imran, a 36-year-old Pakistani undertrial prisoner, was found unconscious in his jail cell early Sunday. He was a resident of Sargooda district in Punjab, Pakistan. Authorities rushed him to GMCH where doctors declared him brought dead. The incident occurred at the high-security central jail in Jammu. An investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death is likely to follow.
Single-Use Plastic Bottles Banned At Delhi's Sports Complexes
Water dispensers and separate bins for wet and dry waste have been installed as part of DDA's month-long cleanliness drive across Delhi.
'LoRa' A New Security Challenge In Kashmir: Terrorists Using Advanced Tech
Security agencies have stumbled upon this alarming tech shift after back-to-back recoveries of sophisticated off-grid handsets from dead Pakistani terror commanders in Kashmir.
In Assam's Dhemaji, Grazing Land Being Developed As Village Forest
The proposed Maguwahola Village Forest will be developed with the cooperation of the Dhemaji district administration and the Forest Department.
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