Karnataka's political scene heats up as BJP criticises the Congress-led government over a gang-rape incident in Bengaluru. Chief minister Siddaramaiah defends his government, questioning the BJP's record on women's safety. Investigation updates confirm arrests, fueling political tensions over governance and law enforcement.
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The Allahabad High Court dismissed a writ petition seeking permission to install loudspeakers on a masjid, stating that such use often causes nuisance for residents. The court noted that religious places are for offering prayers and the use of loudspeakers is not a right.
The Supreme Court has stayed proceedings against Rahul Gandhi in a defamation case for allegedly making defamatory remarks about Amit Shah during the 2019 Lok Sabha polls. The court has sought responses from the Jharkhand government and the complainant. The case was initially filed by BJP functionary Navin Jha for Rahul's comments during a Congress meeting in Delhi.
India and Pakistan will clash in the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai, with India nearly guaranteeing a semi-final spot with a win. India triumphed in their previous ODI against Pakistan in the 2023 World Cup. Key players include Rohit Sharma for India and Babar Azam for Pakistan, with both teams aiming for victory.
CBI has filed an FIR in Delhi regarding a gold-smuggling case allegedly involving actor Ranya Rao, without naming any specific individuals but identifying "unknown public servants" and "unknown private persons" as suspects. This step has intensified the investigation, potentially uncovering deep-rooted corruption within government circles.
Rajasthan's education department has instructed a school in Jaipur to discontinue Urdu classes and instead offer Sanskrit due to low Urdu enrollment. The decision followed a letter from the education minister's assistant. Despite an order claiming no such directive, protests from teachers ensued.
BluSmart, the electric ride-hailing service, has suspended cab bookings in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Mumbai due to a SEBI investigation into its financial backer, Gensol Engineering, for alleged fund misappropriation. Customers are now seeking refunds from their Blu Wallets, following the halt in services. The company's future is uncertain, with a potential shift to becoming a fleet partner for Uber.
A Bijnor court sentenced Sachin Kumar to life imprisonment for burning his wife alive after putting chilli powder in her eyes. The incident occurred on April 3, 2022, with the victim dying later in July. Sachin's father and cousin were acquitted due to lack of evidence. The case was prosecuted under murder and dowry harassment charges.
Laughter Chefs will air a Women's Day special with Krushna Abhishek giving amusing gifts to the female contestants. Sudesh Lehrii's playful tease of Krushna dressing as a woman for a gift adds humor, while the gift exchange prompts laughter and lighthearted jabs among the participants.
India and the US are hopeful of finalizing a mutually beneficial trade deal by fall 2025. Key aspects include reducing import duties and non-tariff barriers. The deal aims to enhance bilateral trade with a focus on Indian goods such as textiles and leather, while boosting US exports of industrial goods and agricultural products.
The Milwaukee Bucks secured the 2024 NBA Cup title, defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder. Assistant coach Darvin Ham reflected on his challenging 2022 season with the Los Angeles Lakers, citing LeBron James's age and Anthony Davis's injuries as contributing factors to lineup difficulties.