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'Turning art into crime': Kunal Kamra on summons to audience as he gets 3rd notice
Khar police have recorded statements from individuals present when comedian Kunal Kamra's show was recorded, following Shiv Sena's FIR against Kamra for his 'Naya Bharat' video. Kamra has received police notices for questioning, while the audience members are also being summoned. Kamra criticizes the targeting of artists and has interim relief from arrest until an April 7 hearing.
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NBA record: Warriors' Stephen Curry becomes oldest player to achieve this feat
Stephen Curry, at 37, has revitalized the Golden State Warriors, averaging 23.8 points per game in March and setting significant records. The trade for Heat's Jimmy Butler bolstered the team, making them playoff contenders. As they push for a favorable playoff seed, Curry's form will be crucial for their success.
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After pastor Bajinder Singh’s sentencing, rape survivor faints outside courtroom
Evangelical Christian pastor Bajinder Singh has been sentenced to life imprisonment for raping a woman in 2018. He was also fined Rs 1 lakh. The court announced the punishment after convicting him. Singh previously served time for a murder case. The woman expressed satisfaction with the verdict. Other accused persons were acquitted due to insufficient evidence.
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BMTC achieves record 39.8% ticket revenue through UPI
On February 8, BMTC achieved a significant milestone as the digital payment (UPI) for tickets crossed ₹1 crore in a single day.
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Democratic US senator ends 25-hour anti-Trump speech, longest in history
Senator Cory Booker from New Jersey delivered a 25-hour and 4-minute speech in the Senate, breaking a record. He condemned the Trump administration's policies and emphasized the urgent threats they pose. Booker remained standing throughout, joined occasionally by other Democratic senators. His speech gained massive online attention and received praise for its endurance and dedication.
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'Most affected' Naxal districts down to just six from 12: Amit Shah
India has achieved significant progress in reducing Left-wing extremism, with the number of affected districts decreasing from 38 to 18 across seven states. Most-affected districts have halved, leading to substantial declines in LWE incidents and deaths, showing a successful government effort in combating Naxalism.
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AIMPLB appeals to secular parties, MPs to oppose Waqf bill, vote against it
The AIMPLB president further said in his appeal that these amendments would lead to the abolition of Waqf by-user, removal of exemptions from the Law of Limitation, inclusion of non-Muslim members in Waqf boards and the Central Waqf Council, and the reduction of powers of Waqf tribunals
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Pat McAfee, ESPN accused of spreading false scandal that ‘destroyed’ Ole Miss student
Mary Kate Cornett, an 18-year-old Ole Miss student, is taking legal action against ESPN's Pat McAfee for spreading false rumors about an affair, leading to harassment and ruining her life. The scandal originated on social media and was amplified by McAfee on his show, causing Cornett severe emotional distress and disrupting her college life.
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Soros-funded desi company also got Rs 8 crore from USAID: ED
The US Agency for International Development (USAID) is under scrutiny in an ongoing investigation related to hedge fund operator George Soros. ASAR Social Impact Advisors received Rs 8 crore from USAID as foreign inward remittance while also being funded by the Soros Economic Development Fund.
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Right to shelter fundamental, pay Rs10L for each bulldozed home: SC
The Supreme Court of India mandated the Prayagraj Development Authority to compensate five homeowners, whose houses were unlawfully demolished in 2021, with Rs 10 lakh each. The court emphasized that the right to shelter is a fundamental right and must be protected under the rule of law.
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10th class public examinations conclude peacefully
In a statement, Director of School Education V. Vijay Rama Raju said out of 6,24,742 students registered for the Social Studies examination across the State, 6,17,333 students appeared, while 7,409 were absent
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Should we start digging up 30,000 mosques: Dattatreya Hosabale
RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale states the Sangh's opposition to reclaiming thousands of mosques allegedly built on demolished temples. He underscores the potential societal hostility and urgency of other priorities like eliminating untouchability. The Sangh emphasizes focusing on instilling values and cultural preservation rather than pursuing past disputes.
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Karnataka HC refuses to interfere with Bengaluru metro fare hike; says issue belong to domain of experts and not courts
The petitioners had contended that fare structure is irrational, as it does not adhere to the station-to-station model, and violates Section 33 of Metro Rail (Operation and Maintenance), Act, 2002.
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Reduced toll charges between Hyderabad and Vijayawada
The revised toll charges, as per the authority, were reduced by ₹15 for a one-way ride and ₹30 for a two-way ride for a light motor vehicle or a four-wheeler at Pantangi toll plaza
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Panel to ensure smooth implementation of free education for poor children in private schools
A State-level committee will determine ‘per-child’ expenditure to be met by the government for students admitted to private schools under the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009.
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TMC leaders question party’s ‘silence’ on SFI’s protests against Mamata at Oxford
While some Trinamool leaders have alleged a lack of initiative by party workers and youth members to protest against the SFI’s disruption at Oxford, party MP Sougata Roy said such incidents do not warrant a ‘hue and cry’
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Siddhivinayak's annual revenue rises to record Rs 133 crore
The Siddhivinayak temple trust in Prabhadevi reported record earnings of Rs 133 crore for the financial year 2024-25, a 15% increase from the previous year. Effective administration and efficient darshan arrangements contributed to the increase, with revenues from donations, prasad sales, and gold-silver offerings.
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INSV Tarini reaches Cape Town on final stopover of global circumnavigation
The sailing vessel, crewed by two women naval officers, reaches its final international port of call in South Africa during the Navika Sagar Parikrama II circumnavigation.
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Ctrl C + Ctrl V: Story of eco surveys in Karnataka
Karnataka's economic surveys over three years have repeated content verbatim, particularly in sections about government schemes and urban development. Despite a change in administration, only the data tables were updated. The Directorate of Economics and Statistics claimed the responsibility lies with individual departments for the lack of updated analysis, leading to criticisms of their approach.
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Pentecostal pastor Bajinder Singh to spend life in prison for rape
Evangelical Christian pastor Bajinder Singh was sentenced to life imprisonment and fined Rs 1 lakh by a special court in Mohali. Singh was convicted of raping a woman in 2018 and had previously served time for a murder conviction. He blackmailed the victim using a recording of the assault.
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