The Supreme Court ruled that expressing disapproval of a marriage does not constitute abetment of suicide under IPC section 306. Justices B V Nagarathna and Satish Chandra Sharma made this observation while quashing charges against a woman accused of abetting another woman's suicide.
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India reaffirmed its commitment to "strategic autonomy" after US Ambassador Eric Garcetti said that there is no such thing as "strategic autonomy" in times of conflict. His remarks came soon after Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Russia. The External Affairs Ministry stated that India values its independent policy decisions while maintaining strong ties with the US.
Tamil Nadu chief minister MK Stalin is rallying against the BJP-led NDA government over delimitation and the National Education Policy (NEP). Stalin aims to protect Lok Sabha representation of southern states and opposes the 'three-language formula,' accusing the Centre of imposing Hindi. Support and opposition from various political allies are creating significant debate.
Nobel laureate Amartya Sen voiced concern over Bangladesh's ongoing crisis, emphasising his connection to the nation. He acknowledged the progress made since independence but warned against political instability. Sen stressed the need for cooperation, press freedom, and protection of minorities. He cited the importance of learning from historical communal violence to ensure a peaceful future.
Commuters have paid nearly 50% more in toll fees for the Gurgaon-Jaipur NH-48 stretch since April 2009 compared to the construction and maintenance costs. For the Delhi-Gurgaon expressway, the toll collected since January 2003 exceeds the incurred costs by around 9%. The excess toll revenue does not fully account for significant investments in land acquisition.
The Budget session of the Eighth Delhi Legislative Assembly will begin on March 24, 2025, with key financial and policy discussions, and the first budget of the newly elected government to be presented on March 25. The session will also include the tabling of the CAG report on DTC.
The Aam Aadmi Party's decision to contest independently in Delhi cost them the chance at a strategic alliance with Congress, resulting in a significant victory for BJP after 27 years. An AAP-Congress coalition could have potentially won key constituencies and prevented the split of anti-BJP votes.
Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray emphasized the need to prioritize the interests of locals in state's developmental projects to prevent displacement and loss of cultural identity. Speaking at the Vishwa Marathi Sahitya Sammelan, he urged thoughtful land allocation and encouraged Maharashtrians to promote Marathi language and culture.
Addressing the event, CM Dhami said, "This honour is not just mine but belongs to the people of Devbhoomi Uttarakhand. The 1.25 crore people of the state affirmed the resolution we presented during the 2022 Uttarakhand Assembly elections under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Their trust and mandate made this achievement possible."
Tariq Hameed Karra, president of Jammu and Kashmir Pradesh congress committee, criticized the Centre's claim of normalcy in the region, pointing to ongoing terror incidents. He said the government's security narrative doesn't match the ground reality, with frequent attacks in both Kashmir and Jammu. Karra urged the government to stop presenting an incorrect narrative and address the true situation, suggesting transparency and action on how to resolve it.
Excited fans gathered at Arun Jaitley Stadium early in the morning for Virat Kohli's first Ranji match in over 12 years. Over 13,000 people, including those who traveled long distances, eagerly filled the stands to see Kohli, showing unbridled enthusiasm even though he did not get to bat on Day 1.