NEW DELHI: It was 11 years ago that Supreme Court recognised transgender people as the ‘third gender’ and upheld their fundamental right to equality and dignity.Observing that discrimination still continued, however, the court on Friday appointed a committee headed by a retired Delhi HC judge to frame a comprehensive equal opportunity policy for the community…
New Delhi: Raising questions on the state’s “involvement and interference” in conversion procedures under the UP Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion Act and terming it conspicuous, Supreme Court Friday quashed criminal proceedings under the law against the vice-chancellor and other officials of Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture Technology and Science after finding infirmities in…
NEW DELHI: Supreme Court on Friday sought to know from the ministry of home affairs and CBI what pan-India action was required to unearth cybercrime syndicates extorting money from people, especially senior citizens, by threatening them with digital arrest.“We are of the prima facie view that stern action on panIndia basis with coordinated efforts between…
Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has warned of strict action under POCSO and Juvenile Justice Acts against those exploiting minors for lewd content on social media HYDERABAD: After coming across indecent content on social media involving minors being exploited to create lewd material, Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar on Thursday warned that the Protection of…
New Delhi: “The success against Maoist terrorists, who committed unspeakable atrocities against Dalits, tribals and the youth, has been the cause of immense satisfaction in life,” PM Modi said on Friday, emphasising that this was the first time that he was speaking on the success of operations against left-wing extremists.“During the last 50-55 years, thousands…
New Delhi: A Belgian court on Friday upheld the arrest of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi by Belgian police on India’s request and approved his extradition to face trial in Rs 13,000 crore bank fraud case. This significant development comes after Choksi’s arrest in Antwerp in April this year.Choksi, uncle of another high-profile fugitive Nirav Modi…
Delhi: Supreme Court on Friday spurned the Tamil Nadu govt’s plea for a direction to the President not to take decision on two bills — one to establish Kalaignar University and the other amending the TN Physical Education and Sports University Act — which according to the state were “unconstitutionally” referred to her by the…
In a startling turn of events, authorities in Madhya Pradesh have issued a statewide warning following the alarming discovery of worms in a government-provided antibiotic syrup intended for children. Health officials have immediately ceased the distribution of the implicated Azithromycin Oral Suspension and have launched an extensive investigation. BHOPAL: Worms were reportedly found in a…
Karan Veer Mehra goes kandeel shopping for Diwali (BCCL/Tejas Kudtarkar) Diwali brings back fond memories and childlike excitement for Karan Veer Mehra. From decorating his home to festive shopping, he enjoys every part of the festival. This year, the actor soaked in the city’s festive buzz, visiting both premium stores and local markets to pick…
Luxury handbags have become aspirational status symbols for affluent Indian women, reflecting legacy, taste, and wealth. These coveted possessions, often treated as investment pieces, include rare and valuable items like the Mouawad 1001 Nights Diamond Purse and various Hermès Birkin and Kelly creations, showcasing unparalleled craftsmanship and exclusivity. In India, luxury isn’t just about wearing…
