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State can't seize all private property for common good: Supreme Court

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 07:16
In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court ruled that states cannot seize private property for redistribution, overturning a previous socialist-leaning judgment. The 7:2 ruling clarified that while states can acquire private land in specific situations, Article 39(b) of the Constitution doesn't grant them sweeping powers to nationalize resources for the 'common good.
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Big crackdown on unauthorised use of PAN card details!

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 07:00
Big crackdown on PAN details unauthorised use! The government is taking action against tech companies using citizen's data in an unauthorised way. Many companies were using PAN numbers to access personal information like addresses and phone numbers.
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Two Chinese nationals shot at in Pakistan's Karachi

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 06:57
Two Chinese nationals were injured in a shooting in Karachi, Pakistan, raising concerns about the safety of Chinese citizens working in the country. This incident follows a series of violent attacks, including a suicide bombing near Karachi airport in October and another in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in March, which have claimed the lives of multiple Chinese nationals.
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Joe Rogan backs Donald Trump for 2024 election

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 06:51
​In response to the backlash, Spotify added links to accurate COVID-19 information on related episodes and made their content guidelines public. The controversy escalated when musician Neil Young pulled his music from Spotify to protest the platform's association with Rogan's podcast. Other artists joined in, with some pointing out additional criticisms of the show, such as racially charged remarks made by some of Rogan's guests.
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'Doesn't violate secularism': SC upholds validity of UP Board of Madrassa Education Act

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 06:38
The Supreme Court overturned a high court ruling, upholding the Uttar Pradesh Madrassa Education Act. The court affirmed the state's right to regulate educational standards in madrassas without infringing on minority rights. However, certificates beyond Class XII issued by madrassas won't be recognized by the UP Madrassa Board.
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Govt puts Wikipedia on notice, points out complaints of 'bias and inaccuracies'

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 06:16
The Indian government has issued a notice to Wikipedia, alleging bias and inaccuracies in its content. The government also questioned Wikipedia's editorial control and whether it should be classified as a publisher. This follows a Delhi High Court ruling that criticized Wikipedia's open editing feature as "dangerous."
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'Talenge toh or bhi bura harenge': Akhilesh on rescheduling of UP byelections

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 06:04
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav questioned the Uttar Pradesh government's decision to introduce a new manual for appointing the director general of police (DGP), which mandates a minimum two-year tenure. Yadav suggested the move might be an attempt to consolidate power and questioned whether the chief minister himself would remain in office for the stipulated period.
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Caught on cam: School principal shot dead in Uttar Pradesh's Moradabad

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 06:00
Shabab Hasan, principal of Sai Vidya Mandir School in Moradabad, was fatally shot while en route to school. Two assailants on a motorcycle shot him in the head before fleeing. Police are investigating a potential connection to the suicide of a female student four months prior, for which Hasan faced accusations of torture.
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Is the gold bull run nearing its end?

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 05:58
Gold has outshined the Nifty 50 index, but financial experts advise against chasing its gains. They predict a potential slowdown in gold's growth and recommend a balanced portfolio instead of increasing gold allocations.
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Lawrence Bishnoi 'Hero' T-shirt on Meesho: Here's what the company has to say

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 05:29
E-commerce platform Meesho is under fire for listing T-shirts that glorify gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. Social media users expressed outrage after filmmaker Alishan Jafri shared screenshots of the listings, which featured Bishnoi's image and phrases like "The Real Hero.
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'Hindu lives don't matter for oppn': BJP slams 'silence' on Canada temple attack

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 05:23
The BJP has criticized Congress leaders Priyanka Gandhi Vadra and Rahul Gandhi for not speaking out against recent attacks on Hindu temples in Canada. BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari contrasted their silence with Prime Minister Modi's swift condemnation of the incidents and his support for the Indian diaspora.
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Exclusive | Dhawan believes Rohit can take India to AUS win

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 05:15
Former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan expressed confidence in India's chances to secure a historic third consecutive Test series victory in Australia. Despite a recent series loss to New Zealand, Dhawan believes the team's experience and the leadership of Rohit Sharma will be crucial in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
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Harris or Trump? Why we may not know who won the US election on November 5

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 05:15
The US presidential election between Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican candidate Donald Trump is predicted to be a tight race. Seven swing states, including Arizona, Pennsylvania, and Georgia, are expected to play a crucial role in determining the winner. The results may not be known immediately due to different voting methods and potential delays in counting mail-in ballots.
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Sharda Sinha on ventilator support; PM Modi assures full medical support

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 05:05
Earlier, the news came that the singer was in shock due to the death of her husband Brij Kishore Sinha. The 'Padma Bhushan' recipient is admitted to the AIIMS hospital in Delhi for many days. Now, her son Anshuman went live on his official Youtube channel and has given fans her health update. He revealed that she's on ventilator and requested everyone to pray for her
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Ex-Pakistan cricketer's bold advice for Rohit, Gambhir

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 05:03
Former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria has suggested a shake-up of India's batting order following their Test series loss to New Zealand. Kaneria believes captain Rohit Sharma should drop to number three, with Shubman Gill and KL Rahul opening the batting. He also highlighted India's struggles against spin bowling, attributing it to the rise of T20 cricket.
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'Virat Kohli has got a lot of time, one or ... '

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 04:23
Virat Kohli's recent struggles in Test cricket have raised concerns, but former cricketer Krishnamachari Srikkanth believes Kohli will bounce back in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, citing Kohli's impressive track record against Australia. The much-anticipated India-Australia series kicks off on November 22, with the first Test in Perth. The second Test, from December 6 to 10, will be a day-night encounter at Adelaide Oval.
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Attack on Hindu temple: Thousands take out solidarity rally in Canada

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 04:18
A Hindu temple in Brampton, Canada, was targeted in an attack allegedly by pro-Khalistan supporters, sparking outrage and protests from the Indian community. Thousands rallied, condemning the violence and urging action against Khalistani extremism. Police arrested three individuals connected to the incident, while an officer faces suspension for participating in the protest.
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'Apologise or ... ': Salman Khan threatened again, allegedly by Lawrence Bishnoi's brother

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 04:13
Bollywood star Salman Khan received yet another death threat, this time allegedly from an individual claiming to be the brother of gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The caller demanded a public apology at their temple or a hefty sum of Rs 5 crore to spare the actor's life.
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Bengaluru youth fleeing in dad's Mercedes-Benz after mowing down woman thrashed

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:55
A 20-year-old engineering student in Bengaluru, driving his father's new Mercedes-Benz, fatally struck a 30-year-old woman crossing the road. The student, reportedly intoxicated after a mall visit, lost control of the vehicle. He initially fled the scene but was apprehended by bystanders after colliding with another motorbike shortly after.
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BSE Sensex dips over 200 points in opening trade; Nifty50 near 24,000

Tue, 11/05/2024 - 03:50
Stock market today: Indian equity benchmark indices, BSE Sensex and Nifty50, opened in red in trade on Tuesday after Monday’s’ crash. While BSE Sensex dipped over 200 points, Nifty50 was shy of 24,000.
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