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Saif case: Why wasn’t 'attempt to murder' charge invoked, ask jurists

Times of India - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 21:30
Legal experts question why Mumbai police have not charged Saif Ali Khan's alleged attacker with attempted murder, given the grievous injuries from multiple stab wounds. The actor’s condition suggests serious harm, warranting the offence under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. They stress adding this charge would strengthen the case, particularly if the robbery charge fails.
Categories: National News

Snan of ‘most beautiful sadhvi’ splits seers at Maha Kumbh

Times of India - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 20:57
Harsha Richaria’s participation in the Shahi Snan at Prayagraj Maha Kumbh has sparked controversy among seers. While Akhil Bharatiya Akhara Parishad president Mahant Ravindra Puri supports her, others like Swami Anand Swaroop object. Richaria seeks to learn about Sanatan Dharma and spread awareness in society. Her involvement has garnered significant attention on social media.
Categories: National News

Did Elon Musk do a 'Nazi salute'? Social media in a frenzy over gesture

Times of India - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 20:37
During a speech at Capitol One Arena, Elon Musk made a gesture that some interpreted as a Nazi salute while many defended his gesture and said Elon Musk was giving his heart out to the people and was not enacting a Nazi salute. "Elon just did a full Nazi salute, can’t help himself," one wrote.
Categories: National News

Probe ordered as seven die in suspected hooch tragedy in dry Bihar

Hindu - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 20:16
West Champaran district administration has ordered a probe into it, denying deaths due to liquor, which is prohibited in Bihar
Categories: National News

Govt reviews import basket as Trump returns to White House

Times of India - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 20:11
The Indian government is reviewing the import basket to consider sourcing certain items from the US, aiming to improve trade balance amid Trump's concerns over high import tariffs. India targets sectors like pharma and electronics as potential beneficiaries due to increased tariffs on Chinese imports and security restrictions on China.
Categories: National News

Rising from the ashes: inside Bihar school run from cremation ground

Hindu - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 20:03
Started in 2017 with only eight students, Appan Pathshala now has 120 children. Every year, around 20 to 25 children get enrolled in government schools for regular classes
Categories: National News

IIT Madras chief Kamakoti defends his ‘gomutra’ stand; parties demand his removal

Times of India - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 19:50
IIT Madras director V Kamakoti claims cow urine has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory properties, citing research papers, including those in Nature. His comments have attracted criticism for promoting 'pseudo-science.' Political parties and others have demanded his resignation, highlighting the Indian veterinary research institute's warning against human consumption of cow urine.
Categories: National News

HC directs Chandigarh administration to hold mayoral polls after January 29

Hindu - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 19:48
The directions came on a plea by Mayor Kuldeep Kumar Dhalor of the AAP, who had sought that the mayoral polls be held in February so that he may complete his one-year term
Categories: National News

Police get five days’ custody of Chendamangalam murder accused

Hindu - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 19:47
A 17-member investigation team led by Munambam DySP is probing the case
Categories: National News

Rural police detain Bangladeshi man from Angamaly

Hindu - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 19:46
The detainee was identified as Hossain Belor, 29, from Jessore, Bangladesh
Categories: National News

Green protocol to be observed during festival celebrations at Ernakulam Siva Temple

Hindu - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 19:44
District Collector requested the cooperation of the traders to avoid littering and ensure adherence to waste management regulations
Categories: National News

Kochi Corpn. rolls out ‘Mobilise Her’ project to address women’s transportation woes

Hindu - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 19:43
The project aims to ensure smooth, round-the-clock transport arrangements primarily for women, along with the development of infrastructure for a women-centric transport system
Categories: National News

Food waste collection resumes in Kalamassery

Hindu - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 19:41
The crisis was resolved after the civic body assigned a new agency to handle the scientific disposal of waste collected from households across various wards
Categories: National News

Woman attempts suicide, dies outside hospital due to 'jammed ambulance door'

Times of India - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 19:35
A woman in Bhilwara died inside an ambulance due to jammed doors. The state health department has formed a committee to investigate. The family claims the ambulance lacked oxygen and the staff were unfamiliar with the route. EMRIGHS stated the woman had no vital signs on arrival and provided documentation for their claims.
Categories: National News

Political slugfest over Koothattukulam ‘abduction’ continues

Hindu - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 19:34
CPI(M) claims Congress staged the alleged ‘abduction’ to divert attention from failed no-confidence motion; UDF protests against CPI(M) ‘hooliganism’ and ‘police inaction’
Categories: National News

Khalistanis storm London cinema, frighten audience over ‘Emergency’ screening

Times of India - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 19:33
Masked Khalistanis stormed Harrow Vue cinema during a screening of the movie 'Emergency,' intimidating the audience and shouting anti-India slogans. The disruption led to the cancellation of the film and distressed many viewers. Police arrived but made no arrests, citing the protesters' rights. The Sikh Press Association supported the protest, labeling the movie propaganda.
Categories: National News

Need time to decide on political future, says ‘abducted’ CPI(M) councillor of Koothattukulam municipality

Hindu - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 19:25
Ms. Raju expressed greater concern for her children’s safety than her own and said she was hesitant to return to Koothattukulam after being discharged from the hospital
Categories: National News

Chhattisgarh urban and panchayat bodies to go to polls in February

Hindu - Mon, 01/20/2025 - 19:24
State Election Commissioner Ajay Singh said the three-tier Panchayat elections would be conducted in three phases on February 17, 20 and 23
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