West Bengal argued in SC for interpreting Article 39(b) to distribute privately held land for common good. The debate included same-sex marriage judgment validity challenge, objected by Tushar Mehta. The bench also discussed the West Bengal Land Reforms Act.
President Droupadi Murmu offered prayers and performed aarti before Ram Lalla’s idol amid chanting of mantras Wednesday, a day after Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust general secretary Champat Rai denied the allegation made by Congress MP Rahul Gandhi that she was not invited to the consecration of the Ram temple “as she is a tribal”.
Manish Sisodia's bail plea in a money laundering case was dismissed by the court, attributing the delay to his frequent frivolous applications and rejecting arguments related to trial pace and health emergencies.
Delhi-NCR faced bomb threats at 200 schools, causing panic. Authorities traced the sender, involving various agencies. The situation led to traffic congestion and unexpected interruptions but was declared a hoax by noon.
The extensive operation by Delhi Police, with multiple agencies, aims to trace the sender of a hoax email to schools in Delhi-NCR. The investigation involves advanced technical analysis and collaboration with international agencies to uncover the sender's identity.
Tobacco farmers in Andhra Pradesh are about to experience the consequences of a significant decrease in crop production in major tobacco-producing countries like Brazil, Zimbabwe, and Indonesia due to extreme weather conditions like drought and untimely rain. Prices increased significantly at local auctions, reaching nearly all-time highs, and are expected to continue rising in the upcoming weeks.
Observing that a Hindu marriage is a sacred process and not a “song and dance” and “wining and dining” event, Supreme Court has held that customary rituals and ceremonies prescribed under the Hindu Marriage Act must be assiduously, strictly and religiously followed, failing which a marriage would be declared invalid even after it has been registered.
President Droupadi Murmu on Monday offered prayers at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya. This was the President's first visit to the temple. Uttar Pradesh governor Anandiben Patel accompanied her during the visit. Before her visit to the Ram Mandir, the President also paid her respects at the Hanuman Garhi temple in Ayodhya.
Earlier, weak governments used to send dossiers to Pakistan after terror attacks but we hit terrorists in their homes: PM Modi.
Congress' Radhika Khera faced verbal abuse in Chhattisgarh, leading to her tearful video going viral. She expressed feeling unsafe, hinting at resigning due to insults received from party leaders. The incident occurred during a meeting at the state Congress headquarters.
Amit Shah reaffirms BJP's support for reservation and criticizes Congress for falsehoods. He highlights Modi's achievements, condemns Naxalism, and praises BJP's welfare initiatives. Shah advises against spreading lies and emphasizes Modi's vision for Chhattisgarh's development.
Shubham Narwal, from a Rajasthan village, defied odds to become the first Navy officer, inspired by his hardworking mother's sacrifices. His journey showcases resilience and determination, overcoming financial hardships and lack of resources to achieve his dream.
India and Maldives strengthen economic ties through increased trade and export quotas, with India emerging as Maldives' top trade partner. Bilateral trade exceeded $500 million in 2022, showcasing significant growth and collaboration between the two nations.
Naxalites killed in Chhattisgarh encounter debunking Marh's myth as a safe haven. Notable figures like SZCM Joganna, DVCM Mallesh Madkam, and Vinay among casualties. Hideout details revealed Naxalites caught off-guard.
TMC removes Kunal Ghosh as general secretary of the state organization for expressing views conflicting with party stance. Party emphasizes Ghosh's opinions as personal, not reflective of TMC. Media warned against attributing his views to the party, with legal action threatened for misrepresentation. Ghosh previously removed as party spokesperson.
Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday expressed her disapproval of the Election Commission's delayed release of the final voter turnout numbers for the first two phases of the Lok Sabha elections. She also voiced her worries about the abrupt rise in polling percentages during those phases. The commission only disclosed the voter turnout for the first two phases, held on April 19 and April 26, on Tuesday evening.
The Delhi High Court on Wednesday issued notice on a plea moved by the Delhi High Court Bar Association (DHCBA) seeking direction to the Union of India through the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs for additional space for infrastructural requirements and expansion of the Delhi High Court. The plea moved by DHCBA seeks the expansion of Delhi High Court in courtrooms, lawyers' chambers, parking space, record room facilities and other allied activities by the redevelopment of adjacent land at Bapa Nagar, Zakir Hussain Road, New Delhi.
After the Election Commission revealed the official voter turnout data for the first two phases of the Lok Sabha elections on Tuesday, opposition leaders questioned the timing of the publication. The leaders also expressed concern about the lack of transparency on the real number of votes cast in each constituency.
Indian army conducted trials of SMART system in Balasore, Odisha. The system, developed by DRDO for Indian Navy, offers extended range and advanced technologies for precise targeting against enemy submarines.
The Supreme Court has sought a response from the Union government on a PIL questioning the irrational reduction in family pension for a deceased ex-serviceman who retired from the armed forces between 38 to 42 years with many unfulfilled family obligations.