The Supreme Court ruled that stating in-laws committed cruelty isn’t sufficient to invoke Section 498-A of the IPC. The bench quashed criminal proceedings against a woman’s in-laws, noting that the complaint was driven by ulterior motives, including divorce pressure. The court emphasized that to constitute cruelty under IPC, the actions must lead to severe harm […]
Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal said the issue of religious conversion is primarily the ‘concern’ of the state governments. He added that no data related to it is maintained centrally. He was responding to a question on the ‘foreigners’ involved in religious conversions. Meghwal said, “As per the 7th Schedule of the Constitution, ‘police’ […]
Allu Arjun is set to hold a press conference tonight at 7 PM in light of recent controversies. He plans to tackle the allegations and criticisms from CM Revanth Reddy, offering his viewpoint on the situation. This announcement has sparked considerable interest across political and entertainment sectors, with many keen to hear his take on […]
Uttar Pradesh Police has launched the “Digital Warriors” initiative, involving social media influencers and college students to combat cybercrime and fake news. These digital warriors will raise awareness, train citizens, and publicize police efforts. This initiative, expanded after a successful pilot during the Maha Kumbh Mela, includes workshops in schools and universities to prom...
Union Home Minister Amit Shah emphasized the need for banks to create distinct guidelines for the Northeast during a Bankers’ Conclave on Saturday. He stated that developing the region is a national duty and urged banks to establish effective policies to harness its potential. “Treat the Northeast not merely as a business opportunity, but as […]
India is getting ready to host their first International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Junior World Cup in the second half of 2025. ISSF awarded the hosting rights for the top junior international competition for Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun to National Rifle Association of India (NRAI). This will be third top ISSF-level event to be held in India after […]
Mufasa: The Lion King has debuted at the Indian box office with an impressive ₹10 crore on its opening day. The film, featuring voiceovers by Shah Rukh Khan and Mahesh Babu, earned ₹4 crore from the English version, ₹3 crore from Hindi, and smaller amounts from Tamil and Telugu. While it faces stiff competition from […]
Experts indicated that the accident on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway, which resulted in 14 fatalities, may have been due to incomplete construction, abrupt road cuts & inadequate traffic awareness. They emphasized the need for a statewide road safety action plan, citing insufficient signage & road markings as contributing factors. George Cheriyan highlighted the area’s history of [&hel...
The GST Council clarified the taxation on popcorn, confirming that pre-packed, ready-to-eat popcorn will attract a 12% GST. If caramelised (with sugar), the tax rate increases to 18%. Popcorn mixed with salt and spices, resembling namkeens, will continue to attract a 5% GST if not pre-packaged and labelled. The clarification was issued by the CBIC, […]
PM Narendra Modi had a heartfelt meeting with 101-year-old ex-IFS officer Mangal Sain Handa in Kuwait. PM is on a two day visit to the middle eastern country. PM Modi visited a hotel where he graciously met Mangal Sain Handa. It was made possible after a request on X by Handa’s granddaughter, Shreya Juneja. She […]
A 26-year-old man, Akash, took his own life after losing his mother’s cancer treatment funds to an online rummy game. A catering delivery worker, he began playing during the COVID-19 pandemic and developed an addiction. Following their father’s death a few years prior, he lived with his mother, who was battling cancer, and his brother, […]
Shruti Haasan has left Adivi Sesh’s film “Dacoit” due to “uncomfortable work conditions,” not a scheduling conflict as previously reported. Sources revealed that issues with the co-star’s involvement and multiple directing styles led to confusion and discomfort on set. Shruti is currently working on “Coolie” and will next appear in Prabhas’s...
A teenage girl reportedly took her own life at her home while grappling with the loss of a close friend, according to police on Saturday. Authorities revealed that 18-year-old Pushpa Devi Prajapati and her friend Gayatri, 19, both are best friends. Gayatri hung herself afterher father failed to buy warm clothes for winter. Distressed with […]
Prime Minister Modi, during his visit to Kuwait, met Abdullah Al Baroun and Abdul Lateef Al Nasef, who translated and edited the Ramayana and Mahabharata into Arabic. Abdullah spent two years on translation, while Abdul completed the editing in eight months. Modi praised their work in his Mann Ki Baat and signed the books, strengthening […]
ISRO announced that it has formed a partnership with the European Space Agency to collaborate on astronaut training, mission execution, and research initiatives. Agreement was signed by ISRO Chairman Dr. S Somanath and ESA Director General Dr. Josef Aschbacher. This collaboration aims to enhance human space exploration & research, utilizing ESA’s resources on the International […]