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‘He is doing Namaz several times’: Orissa High Court commutes death sentence of Sheikh Asif Ali, who was convicted for rape and murder of...

Despite acknowledging the heinous nature of the rape and murder of the girl, the Orissa High Court highlighted the circumstantial basis of the case and the absence of premeditation.

Punjab: NIA announces rewards of Rs 10 lakh each for information on 2 accused wanted in VHP leader Vikas Prabhakar’s murder case

Earlier, on April 16, the Rupnagar Police, in a joint operation with the state special operating cell (SSOC) in Mohali, arrested two Pakistani-backed operatives in connection with this high-profile murder case.

Kenya: Several dead as Police opens fire on protesters trying to storm Parliament Building while opposing tax hikes

It is pertinent to note that the protests are mainly Gen-Z-led rallies, which began last week over demands to scrap the finance bill that proposes tax hikes.

‘False and misleading’: Indian Railways debunks viral claims that said IRCTC account holders cannot book tickets for people with different surnames

While users can book tickets for others, irrespective of surname, selling tickets booked on their ID for monetary gain is a crime, IRCTC said.

Constitution copy Rahul Gandhi flashes at everyone was conceptualised by someone who was against OBC reservations: Read about SC Adv Gopal Sankaranarayanan

The Gandhi scion has been flashing a small copy of the constitution that was conceptualised by SC adv Gopal Sankaranarayanan, who has spoken against OBC reservation and advocated for a complete overhaul of existing reservations.

Aam Aadmi Party’s Saurabh Bhardwaj raises questions on judiciary after stay on AAP Supremo Arvind Kejriwal’s bail, says that Court was prejudiced

"He already stayed that (trial court) order, we have never heard or seen this. Even the Supreme Court asked how can this happen. I believe that court was already prejudiced," Bhardwaj said on stay of Arvind Kejriwal bail plea.

MP: Muslim man pronounces triple talaq to his wife for voting BJP in Lok Sabha elections

On Sunday (23rd June), the woman who filed a police complaint against her husband accused him and her in-laws of physically and mentally torturing her for dowry.  However, the woman's husband has refuted the allegations, accusing her of having extramarital affairs.

Asaduddin Owaisi raises pro-Palestine slogan inside Parliament while taking oath as an MP, defends it before media

Earlier, Asaduddin Owaisi had said that the situation in Palestine concerned not only Muslims but also humanity.

Mumbai: Amir arrested for molesting a Hindu minor girl after luring her into a relationship, booked under POCSO and other IPC sections

The incident is said to have happened in the JP North society in Mumbai's Mira Road region. The accused aged 18 has been booked an arrested by the Navghar Police Station under section 354 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860, and sections 8 and 12 of the POCSO, 2012.

Pune: Ismail Riyaz Shaikh fatally stabs a 60-year-old man in Yerawada over interfaith relationship of victim’s son with his sister

60-year-old man was brutally murdered with a sharp weapon in Rajiv Gandhi Nagar in Pune’s Yerawada area over a relationship of his son with Ismail Riyaz Shaikh's sister, Pune city police officials said.

‘Temples meant for deities, not individuals considered godmen’: Petition before Madras HC to remove Sai Baba idols from Tamil Nadu HR&CE temples

D Sureshbabu stated that Sai Baba preached both Islam and Hinduism and that the installation of his idol in a Hindu temple contradicted 8th-century Shaivite principles.

‘Look at us, cameras on us, ignore the public’: How AAP leaders, from Kejriwal to Atishi all thrive on narcissistic media hogging and blame...

Basically, the only thing Atishi's Pani Satyagraha has achieved is that it has successfully shifted the media focus from the public suffering for something as basic as water to an entitled, powerful woman, a minister no less, highlighting her own 'suffering'.

Delhi Excise Policy Scam: Delhi High Court rejects bail to Arvind Kejriwal, criticises trial court for mishandling the case

Setting aside the bail granted to Arvind Kejriwal by trial court, Justice Jain said, “The observation by the trial court that voluminous material cannot be considered is unjustified and shows that the trial court has not applied its mind to the material.”

Nuh: Mausam, Shahid and Arfat attack Hindu family allegedly for voting BJP in Lok Sabha Elections, police investigation underway

Three villagers identified as Mausam, Shahid and Arfat came and started discussing the Lok Sabha Elections with him. When Manoj told them he voted for BJP, they attacked him.

Hindus in UP village protest over a Muslim family slaughtering a buffalo near a Shiva temple, to patrol streets from next Bakrid to prevent...

Hindu villagers asserted that they would patrol streets during the next Bakrid to prevent the slaughter of large animals.

Maharashtra: ‘Maratha’ activist Jarange Patil threatens state, demands reservation for Muslims from OBC quota – Details

Jarange Patil has seemingly lost direction while primarily fighting for the Maratha quota in the state. He has also issued threats to the government saying he would see how the state fails to provide reservation to the Muslim community.

No consensus on the speaker, INDI bloc’s K Suresh fielded against Om Birla for post

BJP MP Piyush Goyal said there was no precedent to suggest that the deputy speaker's post must go to the opposition, and the opposition was needlessly choosing a showdown.

Bihar: Teen forced to lick spit off the foot, beaten mercilessly, forced to say ‘Miyan Saheb Zindabad, Allah-Hu-Akbar’

One of the attackers was holding a stick and kept beating the teen. A voice from the background kept forcing the boy to chant religious slogans. The video showed that the teen forced to lick spit off the feet of his tormentor. The teen was beaten up with a stick. He was mercilessly slapped repeatedly by the assailants. The ordeal did not end there and teen was forced to lick spit off the feet of the tormentor.

India will be biggest economy in world by 2050 followed by China, United States: Asle Toje, Deputy Leader of Nobel Peace Prize Committee

He emphasised the pivotal moment the world faces, particularly with global climate change, suggesting that it would be best if India proved to be a benign force that alleviates suffering and fosters peace, rather than imposing its ideals on others.

‘How much did these people pay’: TMC supremo Mamata Banerjee publicly shames party MLA for allowing illegal encroachment

"Sujit Bose is allowing encroachment as per his wishes. He has made it seem like a competition." Mamata Banerjee was heard saying.

Maharashtra NEET paper leak: 4 including 2 teachers booked, 2 arrested, Delhi connection exposed

The police filed a case based on information provided by the Maharashtra anti-terrorism unit against Sanjay Tukaram Jadhav, Jalil Khan Pathan, Eranna Konalwar, and Gangadhar of Delhi.

Boeing mess again? Starliner return delayed due to helium leaks, Sunita Williams and fellow astronaut await in the space station

The mission was the maiden mission of Starliner after a decade-long wait of development and errors. Notably, the launch was also briefly delayed due to helium leaks and a malfunctioning valve on the rocket.

‘His freedom is our freedom’: Wikileaks founder Julian Assange walks free after spending 5 years behind bars for ‘espionage’

Assange's case has drawn international attention and sparked debates over freedom of the press, government transparency, and the legal implications of publishing classified information.

NEET-UG row: What is NTA? Why was it formed and how does it conduct exams

While the National Testing Agency is currently under scrutiny for allegations of mismanagement, irregularities, and paper leaks, the call for establishing such an agency through legislation has been voiced for several decades.

‘No design or construction issue’: Ram Mandir Construction Committee chairman rubbishes claims of water leakage in Ram Mandir

Ram Mandir Construction Committee chairman Nripendra Misra rubbished online claims of water leakage stating that since Guru Mandap is exposed to the sky as the second floor and completion of Shikar will cover the opening.

West Bengal: FMCG giant Britannia set to shut down its historic Taratala factory in Kolkata, earlier Tata had left the state over the Nano...

Notably, the Taratala factory is the second oldest factory for Britannia in India, following the one in Mumbai. It was established in 1947. 

Pune: Salman, Sultan, and Aslam among 9 booked for brutally attacking a Dalit Hindu activist over his association with BJP. Read FIR details

The accused said to have attacked Dhavre given his claimed association with the BJP. The victim also works as a Hindu-Dalit activist and is known for raising his voice against Islamists in the region.

Pakistan: Teenager kills 55-year-old Shia man over ‘blasphemy’ against Prophet Muhammad; second murder in four days

Pakistan has been notorious for the blasphemy killings, especially against Hindu and Christian minorities who are often targeted under trumped-up charges.

‘Two news dailies made similar claims’: Karnataka HC stays proceedings against journalist Ajeet Bharti for remarks on Rahul Gandhi

The Karnataka HC halted the proceedings against journalist Ajeet Bharti, who faces charges under Section 153-A and 502(2) of the IPC for allegedly posting a video with comments about Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.

Chhattisgarh: Hindu organisations protest after a calf’s severed head is found in Durg; police claim dog brought it

According to Bhilai SSP Sukhnandan Rathore, an investigation is underway based on CCTV footage, and the calf's head has been sent to a laboratory for testing.

Air India Kanishka bombing: Canadian police threaten journalist for raising questions over Khalistanis disrupting the memorial service for victims

Canadian journalist Daniel Bordman was rebuffed and threatened after he questioned the presence of Khalistanis during the memorial service for Air India Kanishka bombing victims.

Foreign trips, free education for children of journalists and more: How Chinese Communist regime is influencing Nepalese media

The Chinese regime sponsors trips for Nepalese journalists to China. These all-expenses-paid trips have been taken by an estimated 9,000 journalists till 2023.

Pirates of the Caribbean actor Tamayo Perry dies after shark attack in Hawaii

Perry had been surfing near Mokuauia, close to Laie, Hawaii. He was discovered dead around 1 PM. An eyewitness reported seeing a man with severe shark bite injuries off Malaekahana Beach near Kahuku.

‘₹150 for 3 women’: Rajasthan police arrest man, who was seen putting price tags on female tourists, in viral video

"This woman is for ₹150 and that woman is for ₹200. This woman here is available for ₹500 and this woman for ₹300," he was heard saying while pointing his fingers at the female tourists.

CBSE city coordinator Ehsanul Haq, chairman Shabir Ahmed, and Sanjeev Mukhiya: Read how the NEET scam is linked to Jharkhand’s Hazaribagh

According to EOU sources, Hazaribagh’s Oasis School was involved in the NEET paper leak where a question paper was found tampered with.

Pune: NCP MLA Dilip Mohite Patil’s nephew Mayur arrested after his speeding SUV runs over motorcycle leading to rider’s death

A case has been registered against Mayur Mohite Patil at Manchar Police Station under relevant sections of the law. Meanwhile, Dilip Mohite Patil commented on the matter and said that his nephew was not at fault. He said he put the victim in the ambulance.

‘Nijjar ran terrorist training camps, visited Pakistan, and had contact with Khalistani terrorists’: Globe and Mail report shows how Canada protected a designated terrorist

Globe and Mail talked to two people associated with Dhaliwal. They told on the condition of anonymity that Dhaliwal attended an arms training camp in 2015. Furthermore, five other Sikh radicals also took training at those camps. They were trained by Hardeep Singh Nijjar to operate weapons and GPS. They also learned how to communicate securely and did target practice at three different sites in the Lower Mainland.

“Have patience for 24-48 hours”: Supreme Court refuses to reverse HC order staying Arvind Kejriwal’s bail

In place of issuing an order on Kejriwal's bail plea today, the Supreme Court chose to defer it till June 26 to await the High Court's final ruling.

Germany: Woman sentenced to prison for ‘offending’ convicted child rapist, who got away with probation

The 20-year-old woman had called the convicted child rapist a 'dishonourable rapist pig' and 'disgusting miscarriage.'

Keys to developing a successful Mobile Gaming App

Developing a successful mobile gaming app is a multifaceted process that requires careful planning, execution, and continuous improvement.

Outcry on thief Aurangzeb’s thrashing, silence on Dalit youth’s stabbing by Shahzad: Aligarh’s two cases exposes liberal hypocrisy

Nakul's brother said, "All the leaders went there with the special community. No one came with me. They even threw stones, but we didn't. Is all the pain only theirs? Do we not have any pain and distress?"

Madhya Pradesh: Cow slaughter incidents in the state, CM Mohan Yadav removes two officials

The Madhya Pradesh CM has also directed ADG-CID Pawan Srivastava of the state police headquarters to investigate the incident of cow slaughter, in which five people were arrested.

‘Sikhism does not indulge in superstitions or torturous physical exercises for spiritual gain’: Jathedar of Akal Takht Sahib on Yoga at Harmandir Sahib

Jathedar Singh Sahib Giani Raghbir Singh of Shri Akal Takht Sahib said "Sikhism is a pure and unique religion, and some forces are deliberately spreading false propaganda about it. He asserted that Sikhism does not abandon its surrounding society nor indulge in superstitious practices like awakening horoscopes or performing torturous physical exercises for spiritual gain."

‘Myanmar nationals have outnumbered locals’: Tribe in Manipur raises alarm over illegal settlements, Assam Rifles clarifies

According to MSU, the population of Myanmar nationals is now higher than that of the local Maring Naga tribe in 6 villages in the Tengnoupal district of Manipur. .

YouTuber Armaan Malik and his 2 wives on BigBoss OTT: Actress Devoleena calls for uniform marriage laws, calls polygamy ‘filth’

Devoleena Bhattacharjee said that the thought of having multiple marriages sounded cringe and that the TV industry was not doing the right thing by promoting such relations to the newer generation.

Jodhpur violence: Police recover two trolleys of stones on rooftops in riot-hit area, FIR against 65, 51 arrested so far

Fresh developments indicate that the violence might have been planned. On Sunday, Jodhpur Police conducted a search operation in the affected area and recovered two trolleys of stones from the roofs of five houses. The Police have registered an FIR in the matter against 65 people. So far, the police have arrested 51 accused.

Russia: Terrorists attack synagogues and churches, kill 15 in Muslim-majority Dagestan. Here is what we know so far

One of the victims included an archpriest named Nikolai Kotelnikov, who was brutally killed by the terrorists.

39th anniversary of Air India Kanishka bombing: Indian envoy to Canada pays homage to victims, calls for action against terrorism

Despite the rains, the Indian High Commission in Canada led the memorial service for the victims at the Air India Flight 182 Monument at Commissioner's Park, Dow's Lake, Ottawa.

Gujarat: Vadodara Police gives protection to Archana Makwana, who is receiving death threats after SGPC filed case against her for Yoga at Golden Temple...

As fashion designer Archana Makwana is death threats for doing Yoga at Golden Temple, Vadodara Police has given her police protection