The Supreme Court has advised the appointment of ad hoc judges under Article 224A of the Constitution to High Courts to address the backlog of criminal appeal cases. This measure is vital due to prolonged delays in hearings, with fresh appeals in Allahabad HC taking an average of 35 years.
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Two teenage boys murdered 38-year-old farmer Lokesh Gangwar in Bareilly to avenge their family's honor. Lokesh was in a relationship with one of the accused's mother. The boys strangled him with a belt, led by their anger over the relationship. Both are now in juvenile detention.
The NPCI has removed the user cap on WhatsApp Pay, allowing the platform to onboard its entire 500 million users onto UPI. Previously limited to phased user increases, WhatsApp Pay can now expand its services fully. Despite facing competition, this move aims to boost its presence in the UPI market, where it lags behind Google Pay and PhonePe.
Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath lauded PM Narendra Modi and all contributors for the successful conclusion of Maha Kumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, where over 662.1 million devotees participated. The event showcased unity and faith through its well-organized holy dips over 45 days.
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