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In an attempt to curb ‘anti-national activities’ in the Union Territory, the J&K Police has announced cash reward of up to Rs 12.50 lakh for people who provide information and intelligence on trans-border tunnels, drones, narcotics, terror activities and terrorists. The cash reward for providing information about trans-border tunnels used by anti-national elements is Rs 5 lakh, according to the J&K Police. Further, the police announced Rs 3 lakh reward for those who sight drones from the across the border and provide information about the same. from Times of India https://ift.tt/iIb85Lt via IFTTT

The Ahmedabad police on Sunday booked the CMD of a major pharmaceutical company in the state for rape following the Gujarat HC's order on allegations levelled by a Bulgarian woman. ACP H M Kansagra said, "Complying with the court order, we filed a complaint on Sunday against Cadila Pharmaceuticals CMD Rajiv Modi under IPC sections 376 (rape), 354 (molestation), and 504 (intentional insult with intent to provoking breach of peace." The investigating officer, inspector of the Sola police station, said the cops will take the statement of the complainant and the witnesses after which they will arrest the accused. from Times of India https://ift.tt/BdXQthc via IFTTT

Myanmar pro-democracy fighters, including the Mandalay People's Defence Force drone unit, continue to launch aerial assaults on military bases using drones. These attacks challenge the military's dominance of the skies and have forced the military to retreat from positions. The ethnic minority armed groups have also used drone attacks in their recent offensive. The Mandalay PDF drone unit, started by two engineering students, has more than 50 members and uses 3D printers to produce prototype 'drop bomb' shells. from Times of India https://ift.tt/pUmyAsl via IFTTT

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Maine and Colorado block Donald Trump from their Republican primaries due to his involvement in the January 2021 assault on the US Capitol. The rulings, which invoke the 14th Amendment of the US Constitution, disqualify anyone engaged in insurrection from holding office. Trump's campaign criticizes the rulings as an attempted theft of an election and accuses President Joe Biden and Democrats of relying on government institutions to maintain power. Trump plans to appeal to the SC. from Times of India https://ift.tt/L5cA8S3 via IFTTT

The weather department has issued a red alert for very dense fog in Delhi-NCR. Experts have requested people to avoid traveling between 4 am and 10 am due to low visibility. This warning aims to prevent accidents and car pile-ups that have already occurred in the past few days. The fog situation improved slightly on Thursday due to overnight winds, but it is expected to worsen today. The air quality in Delhi remains very poor. from Times of India https://ift.tt/sIMA17x via IFTTT

Delhi Police and intelligence agencies launch manhunt for suspect who came to Prithviraj Road before embassy explosion; auto rickshaw used by suspect traced through CCTV footage; registration number not visible; cameras capture other autos in the area; autos taken to Jamia Nagar for questioning; similarities found with 2021 embassy blast, including timer device and letter left by bomber; letter addresses Israeli ambassador, references Qasem Soleimani, Mohsen Fakhrizadeh, and war with Gaza. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ZmWYruV via IFTTT

The eight Indian Navy veterans who were facing the death penalty in Qatar have had their sentences commuted to an unspecified number of years in prison by a higher court. The Indian government will continue to provide legal and consular assistance to the accused and may use a 2015 agreement with Qatar for the transfer of sentenced persons. The veterans were held on charges of passing sensitive information to Israel about a Qatari submarine project. from Times of India https://ift.tt/9yvJOsh via IFTTT

Separated at Meerut railway station, siblings Rakhi and Babloo are set to reunite with their mother, Neetu Kumari, after 13 years. Rakhi, now 22, works in a Gurgaon mall, while Babloo, 19, is employed in a private firm in Bangalore. The siblings met last year through social media and made it their mission to find their lost mother. With the help of child rights activist Naresh Paras, they located Neetu in Shahganj locality, Agra. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5IqhXTE via IFTTT

In a fresh setback for troubled edtech startup Byju's, Code.org, a US-based non-profit organisation and educational website has sued Byju’s subsidiary WhiteHat Jr in a California district court over payment dues. The case was filed on December 1, the court’s website showed. Byju’s had acquired WhiteHat Jr in a $300 million deal in 2020. It is understood that WhiteHat Jr had reached an agreement with Code.org to pay $4 million over four years to licence its (Code.org’s) coding education platform. from Times of India https://ift.tt/e8j3bNR via IFTTT

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will interact with chief secretaries in a three-day conference starting Wednesday. The conference will focus on key issues such as land, electricity, and schooling with a special emphasis on ease of living. The conference aims to encourage participative governance and partnership between the Centre and the state governments. Special sessions will be held on cyber security. It will lay the ground for collaborative action to strengthen the delivery mechanisms of government interventions. from Times of India https://ift.tt/rvn3bMK via IFTTT

Madhya Pradesh CM Mohan Yadav expanded his cabinet by swearing in 28 ministers, including Kailash Vijayvargiya and Prahlad Patel. This cabinet has the highest number of women ministers in 25 years, in line with PM Narendra Modi's push for women empowerment. Notable exclusions from the ministry are Gopal Bhargava, Bisahulal Singh, and Bhupendra Singh, while loyalists of Jyotiraditya Scindia have been included. The oath ceremony was conducted by Governor Mangubhai Patel, and the cabinet now has a total of 31 members. from Times of India https://ift.tt/idYkpRV via IFTTT

Should insurance companies deny paying medical claims if a policy holder is not hospitalised for at least 24 hours for a surgery or to receive treatment as many procedures now only take a few hours, thanks to advancements in medical care? The consumer affairs ministry said it will take up the issue with insurance regulator IRDAI and the department of financial services (DFS). This concern was flagged by the National Consumer Commission chief on Sunday at an event on National Consumer Rights Day. from Times of India https://ift.tt/jPH70vd via IFTTT

The driver of a bulldozer testified in court that the local SDM and MLA instructed him to demolish parts of a resort in Rishikesh after the discovery of a receptionist's body. The driver revealed that the SDM ordered the removal of the main gate and boundary wall, while the MLA instructed the demolition of two rooms. The driver clarified that he received no written orders from the MLA. The swift demolition was seen as an attempt to tamper with evidence, according to the prosecution lawyer. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Kxwr2gh via IFTTT

Union home minister Amit Shah condemned opposition parties on Friday for “boycotting” the parliamentary discussion on three criminal justice laws. “Instead of discussing these key legislations, they were busy mimicking constitutional posts,” said Shah. “As a legislator, I was piloting the Bill in Parliament. I wanted the opposition to present its views and suggestions on the Bills. But, unfortunately, they decided to boycott the discussion by making excuses,” said Shah. He was speaking at the at the Chandigarh College of Engineering and Technology (CCET). from Times of India https://ift.tt/AiJZmez via IFTTT

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticizes Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar for indulging in party politics and using caste, region, and profession as a shield. Kharge participates in the INDIA bloc parties' protest march condemning the suspension of 146 opposition MPs from Parliament. The Congress Working Committee passes a resolution condemning the large-scale suspension of MPs and BJP's inaction against MP Pratap Simmha. MPs carry placards and shout slogans criticizing the Modi government for 'murdering' democracy, 'caging' Parliament, and 'expelling' democracy. from Times of India https://ift.tt/JlXVqLk via IFTTT

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The Ram Mandir Trust has invited Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and Sonia Gandhi for the Ram temple consecration at Ayodhya on January 22. Sources said Ram Mandir Construction Committee chairman Nripendra Mishra met Kharge on Tuesday and extended the invite. He is also learnt to have personally delivered the invite to Sonia Gandhi. The invites were accepted during meetings on Tuesday, for which an appointment was sought in advance by Mishra, sources said. They were also informed that an invite was also "being delivered" to former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. from Times of India https://ift.tt/EC94PnA via IFTTT

The government tabled six bills in the Lok Sabha, passed three, and debated three others after opposition protests and suspension of MPs. The House passed bills related to Delhi laws, GST, and provisional collection of taxes. Home Minister Amit Shah tabled bills to replace colonial era laws. The debate continued with participation from BJP, BJD, and Shiv Sena members. The House sitting was extended to allow more members to speak. The bills will be tabled in the Rajya Sabha for passing. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3yLulsS via IFTTT

The Madras high court has convicted DMK leader K Ponmudy in a corruption case, resulting in his immediate disqualification as MLA and minister. The court will announce the quantum of jail term on December 21. Ponmudy's wife, P Visalakshi, who was also convicted, will be summoned on the same day. The case pertains to a period from 2006 to 2011 when Ponmudy was the minister for mines & minerals. Judge found that 65% of their wealth was disproportionate to their income. from Times of India https://ift.tt/y98TfdP via IFTTT

The article discusses how mehndi, a traditional practice during weddings, is causing issues with biometric registration in Bengal. Couples are required to have their thumb impressions recorded twice during the marriage registration process, and mehndi on the fingertips is affecting the capture of fingerprints. Registrars are advising couples to avoid applying mehndi on the left thumb to ensure successful biometric recording. Instances have been reported where marriage registrations had to be delayed due to mehndi on the hands. from Times of India https://ift.tt/1OfjQe6 via IFTTT

A new twist emerged on Tuesday to the invitee list for the opening of Ram temple in Ayodhya on January 22 with the Vishwa Hindu Parishad stating that BJP veterans L K Advani and Murli Manohar Joshi were invited for the inauguration. The statement came a day after Ram temple trust informed the media that the veterans were requested not to attend owing to their age and the biting cold, which drew criticism from many quarters that the senior leaders, who once led the party and the Ram Janmabhoomi movement, were being sidelined. from Times of India https://ift.tt/huacUzR via IFTTT

The Karnataka high court suggests fixing collective responsibility to prevent crimes like the recent assault on a woman in Belagavi district. The court proposes a method reminiscent of colonial times, holding every member of a village responsible and compensating the victim. The court expresses concern over the lack of action by elected panchayat members and village-level officers during the crime. The judges emphasize the importance of avoiding such incidents in the future and highlight the need to educate boys to instill respect and protection for women. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ceNGFR7 via IFTTT

The Allahabad High Court is set to deliver its judgment on Tuesday regarding the five petitions filed by Anjuman Intezamia Masajid (AIM) and others. These petitions challenge the maintainability of a civil suit currently pending before a Varanasi court. The suit seeks the restoration of a temple at the site where the Gyanvapi mosque stands. Additionally, the petition challenges a direction issued by the Varanasi court on April 8, 2021, which called for a comprehensive survey of the Gyanvapi complex. from Times of India https://ift.tt/NSX0ByW via IFTTT

The Enforcement Directorate has summoned Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal for questioning on December 21 in connection with its probe into alleged money laundering in the excise policy case, in what appears to be a significant change of tack. The summons was issued a day before Kejriwal, the national convener of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), was to leave for an undisclosed destination for a 10-day Vipassana retreat. The decision to call Kejriwal marked a shift from the earlier thinking. from Times of India https://ift.tt/lNiW5Uy via IFTTT

Congress mopped up one crore rupees in six hours through crowdfunding after party president Mallikarjun Kharge launched the party's 'Donate for Desh' campaign. The initiative aims to fight against unemployment and price rise. Kharge donated Rs 1,38,000 to kickstart the campaign. The crowdfunding initiative will attract small donors, reducing dependence on the rich and allowing the party to prioritize the interests of the general public. Contributions can be made through the website www.donateinc.in, which is linked to the official party website. from Times of India https://ift.tt/LlbsOfI via IFTTT

Nine people were killed and three others seriously injured in a blast at an explosives manufacturing factory in Chakdoh, Nagpur. Angry locals and relatives of workers blocked the Amravati-Nagpur highway, demanding access to the premises to see the bodies. The state government will provide compensation of Rs 5 lakh each to the kin of the dead, while the company will provide Rs 20 lakh each. An inquiry has been ordered into the incident. from Times of India https://ift.tt/SJQVlI7 via IFTTT

Facebook-owner Meta and China's TikTok restricted a record number of social media posts and accounts in Malaysia in the first six months of 2023, data published by the firms showed, amid a jump in government requests to remove content. Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim's administration, which came to power in November 2022 on a reformist platform, has faced accusations of backpedalling on its promises to protect freedom of speech amid increased scrutiny of online content in recent months. from Times of India https://ift.tt/4Tl9Qgw via IFTTT

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This article discusses the tradition of Indian carols in celebrating Christmas in India. It mentions the Punjabi communities' Christmas tappe, which are folk songs sung in the tappe-boliyan style. The article also highlights the singer Romika Masih, who gives Christmas a bhangra vibe, and the choir director Rajinald Vijay Milton, who composes original Hindi worship songs and carols. Additionally, it talks about the viral singing trio The Samuels, who harmonize old Tamil hymns, and singer-songwriter Rohan Solomon, known for his Christmas chartbuster song 'It's Christmas'. from Times of India https://ift.tt/pXMTO6H via IFTTT

A 33-year-old cancer patient with metastatic gallbladder carcinoma decided not to proceed with her plea for medical termination of her 28-week pregnancy after a Bombay HC panel deemed it highly risky. The woman's husband accepted the medical committee's opinion that the procedure posed a high risk due to the terminal stage of her disease. The Bombay High Court had been approached by the couple to allow the termination of the pregnancy, citing the poor prognosis of both the mother and fetus. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6G53auQ via IFTTT

Supreme Court on Friday granted 10 more days to Maharashtra assembly speaker Rahul Narwekar to decide the cross-petitions filed by rival factions of Shiv Sena seeking disqualification of each other's MLAs and extended the deadline to January 10. SC had in October directed the speaker to decide the disqualification application by December 31. The Supreme Court bench allowed the speaker's plea for more time. "The speaker has indicated that the proceedings will be closed on December 20 and has sought a reasonable extension of time. from Times of India https://ift.tt/07VR8UW via IFTTT

Amol Shinde, along with his accomplices, was arrested in New Delhi for committing a security breach at the Parliament. His parents, expressing concern for their son's well-being, threatened to die by suicide if they were not given the chance to speak with him. Amol's dream was to join the army or police, but he faced repeated failures in recruitment drives due to unemployment. His parents took a loan to support his physical fitness endeavors and he even worked as a daily wage worker to fund his travel to Delhi. from Times of India https://ift.tt/rjZVQFA via IFTTT

The Supreme Court refused to stay the Allahabad HC's order allowing a court-monitored survey of the Shahi Idgah mosque premises adjacent to the Krishna Janmabhoomi temple in Mathura. The Hindu side claims that Raja Veer Singh Bundela built a temple on the land in 1618, which was later destroyed by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb to construct the Shahi Idgah mosque. They argue that a lotus-shaped pillar and Hindu religious symbols are present on the mosque premises, proving that it was a temple. The defendants, Shahi Idgah mosque committee and UP Sunni Central Waqf Board, dispute these claims. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Zk1iRvI via IFTTT

The government denies watering down online protections promised to bereaved families. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/5M102JK via IFTTT

A BSF trooper was killed in an IED explosion in Bastar’s Kanker district on Thursday. The deceased was identified as head constable Akhilesh Rai (45). Rai is the second IED-caused fatality in Bastar in the past two days. Two security personnel have been killed, and at least six injured in Maoist blasts in Sukma, Narayanpur and Kanker districts in just five days. Rai was part of a joint BSF-district police team conducting a search operation in Pratappur area, close to the Maharashtra border. Near Sadaktola village, a Maoist squad hiding in the forest triggered an IED explosion and fled. from Times of India https://ift.tt/E598Drn via IFTTT

On Thursday, the Allahabad high court granted approval for an application seeking the establishment of a commission to conduct a court-monitored survey of the Shahi Eidgah mosque premises, located next to the Krishna Janmabhoomi temple in Mathura. The court scheduled the next hearing for December 18 to finalize the modalities. This development is part of the high court's oversight of 18 suits related to the Krishna Janmabhoomi-Shahi Eidgah dispute, which were transferred from a Mathura court on May 26 of this year. from Times of India https://ift.tt/jI86lGv via IFTTT

A seven-year-old boy was killed and three persons were injured in celebratory firing during a marriage procession at Sishani village. The boy's body was recovered from the bank of the Kachhua river. The accused had buried the boy's body on the bank of the river to mislead the police. Three persons were detained for interrogation in connection with the case. Police are still searching for the injured persons. A police team is camping at the village to avoid any untoward incident. "The search for injured persons is on," the SDPO said. from Times of India https://ift.tt/r0S4XVv via IFTTT

The Supreme Court observes rising frequency of governor-government tussles in opposition-led states and emphasizes the need for a 'channel of communication' to resolve differences and prevent governance impasse. Chief ministers and governors should engage in dialogue and discussion to ensure the smooth functioning of government and governance. The court was hearing a plea filed by the Tamil Nadu government against the state's governor for not passing several bills. from Times of India https://ift.tt/N8Rzynw via IFTTT

A pilot working with IndiGo Airlines has moved the Bombay high court for permission to carry a kirpan while on duty. The pilot, Angad Singh, cited Article 25 of the Constitution of India and claimed that the restrictions imposed by the Union ministry of civil aviation are a violation of his fundamental rights. Singh addressed the respondents, including the Union ministry of civil aviation, and demanded the removal of any ambiguity on carrying a kirpan by airport and airline employees. He also requested a declaration that the respondents' actions are illegal and violative of his rights. from Times of India https://ift.tt/dwV7mGJ via IFTTT

A brother-sister pair from Assam, Bimal Das and Suma, along with their father Nilmani Das, have had their 'foreigner' status overturned by a foreigners' tribunal after a lengthy legal battle. Dipti Malakar, another woman from Assam, also received a clean chit from a foreigners' tribunal. The cases of the siblings and Dipti Malakar were heard for years before an ex parte judgment was passed against them in 2011. They were never arrested. from Times of India https://ift.tt/uj8aYKS via IFTTT

The Punjab and Haryana HC has asked the Haryana government to explain if parole or furlough benefits are granted to other jail inmates similar to the Dera Sacha Sauda head Gurmeet Ram Rahim. The HC directed the government to provide a status report on decisions regarding parole or furlough pleas of inmates in state jails. The SGPC had filed a plea stating that Ram Rahim was granted temporary release without mentioning his conviction in two murder cases. Ram Rahim has previously been released for a total of 70 days. from Times of India https://ift.tt/jeVu8bg via IFTTT

The updated version of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Bill, 2023, (BNS) has revised Section 113 dealing with acts of terrorism to bring it in line with the provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 by altering the definition of a ‘terrorist act’ to include strikes on economic security and monetary stability of the country while leaving out intimidation of general public or disturbance of public order from its purview. from Times of India https://ift.tt/hOMbvDr via IFTTT

Enforcement Directorate has served its sixth summons on Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren in a land deal & money laundering case, asking him to report at its office in Ranchi on Tuesday. The session clashes with Soren’s visit to Dumka for a welfare programme organised by the state government. Officials said it was unlikely that Soren would cancel his trip to Dumka to respond to the summons. He attended an ‘Aapki Yojna, Aapki Sarkar, Aapke Dwar’ event in Bokaro on Monday and will proceed to Jamtara on Wednesday. from Times of India https://ift.tt/qOVmdQF via IFTTT

The hidden devices remain available despite being at the centre of a US case against the firm. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/03PgiYM via IFTTT

The Supreme Court upheld the Centre's decision to scrap J&K's special status under Article 370 but struck down a portion of the presidential Constitutional Order that amended Article 367. The court stated that allowing amendments in a circuitous manner would be disastrous and evade the constitutional procedure. The court emphasized that only the procedure specified in Article 370(3) can be used to amend or modify Article 370. The only disapproved action of the Centre was the language change in Paragraph 2 of the Constitutional Order, which the court deemed ultra vires of Article 370(1)(d). from Times of India https://ift.tt/yKRCPxr via IFTTT

Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan warns protesters against disrupting Nava Kerala Sadas meetings; necessary steps will be taken against them. The government had cancelled public outreach programmes for a day after the death of CPI state secretary Kanam Rajendran, but events were resumed and a bus carrying ministers was attacked by protesters. Vijayan expresses concern over the behavior of some protesters, including throwing objects at the bus. He urges residents to isolate such individuals and shares his experience of protesters jumping in front of their vehicle and throwing something at their bus. from Times of India https://ift.tt/vzDnipF via IFTTT

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A 45-year-old man, Raju Chavan, was sentenced by a Magistrate's Court for repeatedly touching a woman's bottom on a Churchgate-bound local train in Mumbai. The court held that the offence was heinous and refused to let the accused off on a bond of good behaviour. The accused initially apologized but repeated the act, leading to a confrontation and the involvement of the woman's brother. The defence's claim of another passenger's involvement was dismissed by the magistrate. from Times of India https://ift.tt/5TI2nSu via IFTTT

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Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan ridicules comments made by Islamic scholar Nazar Faizi Koodathayi, who alleged that CPM, DYFI, and SFI are brainwashing Muslim women to marry non-Muslims. Vijayan denies the existence of intercaste marriage bureaus and asserts that if a couple decides to marry regardless of their faith, no one can stop them. He acknowledges the opposition to such unions but emphasizes that it hasn't prevented such marriages. Koodathayi claims that the CPM and its youth organizations support the abduction of Muslim women for interfaith marriages, urging Mahallu committees to protect the identity of Muslim women. from Times of India https://ift.tt/IYTxkF3 via IFTTT

Lawsuit alleges Vodafone, EE, Three and O2 overcharged existing customers for their mobiles. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/EpUgurT via IFTTT

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman responded to a discussion on India's economic situation by highlighting how former finance minister P Chidambaram cited arguments from TMC member Derek O'Brien. Sitharaman indirectly questioned whether Chidambaram was trying to get the TMC to attend the "dot dot dot" alliance. She also addressed the issues raised by Chidambaram, stating that he incorrectly claimed that the worker-population ratio hadn't improved. Sitharaman provided data showing an increase in the worker-population ratio and a decline in youth unemployment rate. from Times of India https://ift.tt/VutceWR via IFTTT

Business leaders and experts are making online copies of themselves to answer the questions they get. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/WQhZ5gK via IFTTT

Bihar CM Nitish Kumar plans to attend the next INDIA bloc meeting in Delhi and will urge opposition allies to finalize strategies against the BJP-led NDA for the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. He wants all parties to work swiftly and not delay any further. Nitish Kumar reiterated his desire to unite the opposition parties for the country's benefit, without seeking any post in the INDIA bloc. He also confirmed that he will share a dais with HM Amit Shah at the East Zonal Council meeting in Patna. from Times of India https://ift.tt/uM8HRNw via IFTTT

Dr Deepak Ghogra, a gynaecologist, returned to serving patients at the district hospital after losing the election in Dungarpur constituency. He had secured special permission to contest the polls and rejoin government services if defeated. Another candidate, Banshilal Katara, who resigned to contest as a BJP candidate, also lost and lost his job as well. Dr Ghogra, the only government doctor to contest the assembly polls, remains hopeful and will continue serving people as a doctor in the government hospital. from Times of India https://ift.tt/puk4deY via IFTTT

Shivraj Singh Chouhan denies being in the race for Madhya Pradesh's chief minister post. BJP's central leadership will decide the new chief ministers of Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh. Union ministers Narendra Singh Tomar, Prahlad Singh Patel, Jyotiraditya Scindia are in Delhi during the Parliament session. Chouhan plans to go to Chhindwara, where the Congress leader Kamal Nath is from. Chouhan aims to win all 29 Lok Sabha seats in Madhya Pradesh and give a garland of 29 lotus flowers to PM Narendra Modi. from Times of India https://ift.tt/Zo5Op0L via IFTTT

Eight people posing as income tax officials recently raided the home of an imitation jewellery businessman in Sion and seized Rs 18 lakh. The police arrested the suspects, including Rajkumar Gujjar, a friend of the businessman's grandson, who was told by one of the gang members that Sushant Lohar, the main accused, was in the I-T department and providing a tip for a raid would fetch a 10% commission. Gujjar informed the gang that the family of businessman Ram Kuber Patwa had received Rs 10 crore in cash as part of a property deal. from Times of India https://ift.tt/qhcOozF via IFTTT

A former Tesla worker turned whistleblower has spoken to the BBC's technology editor Zoe Kleinman. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Y8hsUNe via IFTTT

The overall cases of crime against women rose by 4% in 2022, according to the NCRB's 'Crime In India' report. 'Cruelty by husband or his relatives' accounted for a majority of the cases at 31.4%. Delhi registered the highest rate of crime against women at 144.4, while Uttar Pradesh had the maximum number of cases. Crimes related to 'cruelty by husband or his relatives' increased by nearly 2% compared to the previous year. Kidnapping and abduction of women accounted for 19.2% of the crimes, followed by assault on women and rape. from Times of India https://ift.tt/ejrOx7Y via IFTTT

According to the latest crime data compiled by the NCRB, incidents of rioting in Assam and Uttar Pradesh decreased by 80% and 50% respectively between 2018 and 2022. However, Chhattisgarh recorded a significant increase of over 44% in rioting incidents. Countrywide, incidents of rioting, including communal, sectarian, political, industrial, and caste-based, decreased by 34% during the same period. Kerala had the highest number of political riots in the country in 2022. from Times of India https://ift.tt/t9BVSH4 via IFTTT

Dhiren Nalinkant Shah, a chemist, chose to stay with his bedridden mother Nalini during a fire in the Jethabhai Govindji building in Girgaon. The fire brigade suspects a short circuit in the electric box and the old wooden stairs intensified the spread of the blaze. Dhiren's family left the building but he stayed with his mother. The fire reached their home before it was controlled. Dhiren succumbed to the fire while others were rescued using a connecting plank. The building lacked a fire-fighting system and residents had to exit through windows. from Times of India https://ift.tt/h5XKj4T via IFTTT

BJP's statement victory in Madhya Pradesh's assembly election, winning 163 of 230 seats, showed the fading of anti-incumbency under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi and the campaign strategy of Union home minister Amit Shah. The focus on PM Modi and the upcoming Lok Sabha election shifted attention away from anti-incumbency and corruption charges against the BJP government. Chief minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan's emotional outreach and welfare schemes, such as the allowance for women beneficiaries, played a crucial role in BJP's success. from Times of India https://ift.tt/LKbaJCw via IFTTT

IMA objects to NMC logo depicting Hindu deity; urges adoption of religion-neutral emblem. NMC criticized for using altered logo with 'Dhanwantari' and 'Bharat'. IMA calls for corrective steps to align logo with doctors' oath and duty. NMC defends logo, stating it was adopted after suggestions. Dr. Malik responds to criticism, clarifying NMC never had previous logo. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6pCIHJn via IFTTT

Congress dispatches Karnataka ministers to Hyderabad to shield MLAs from poaching attempts as exit polls suggest tight race in Telangana. Results for Telangana, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh elections will be declared on Sunday. Congress confident of clear majority in Telangana, but taking preemptive measures to safeguard MLAs. Party is prepared for vote count with observers and supervisors, monitoring the process and making arrangements if numbers fall below the magic mark. Congress expects victory in four out of five states where assembly elections were held. from Times of India https://ift.tt/6Oa3Rne via IFTTT

The Supreme Court has agreed to review its 2018 judgment on the expiry period of stay orders to expedite trial proceedings. The court acknowledged that automatic vacation of stay orders after six months could result in serious miscarriage of justice in some cases. The issue of setting an expiry period on stay orders was not debated during the previous court proceedings. The court expressed reservations about the direction to limit the lifespan of stay orders to six months, as it can cause significant delays in the trial process. from Times of India https://ift.tt/A1xW4Q5 via IFTTT

The benefits of a digital pound are unclear but the government should keep exploring it, say MPs. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/pmFsvXI via IFTTT

Charges by the US Justice Department of an India hand in the alleged plot to assassinate Khalistani extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on American soil will not affect US-India ties, the White House said. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken welcomed India's investigation into the plot, involving a purported drug dealer and an Indian intelligence official. The alleged plot has sparked speculation about whether it was officially sanctioned by New Delhi or a rogue operation. from Times of India https://ift.tt/3JwyqBY via IFTTT