Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta has taken a decisive stand for accessibility by writing to LG Vinai Kumar Saxena, demanding audible signals on traffic lights to protect the visually challenged and seniors. This comes amid growing concerns over the capital’s pedestrian hazards for those dependent on non-visual navigation. Citing data from AIIMS’s eye center, Gupta noted that 6 million Delhiites grapple with sight issues, including 1.2-1.8 million with profound low vision, predominantly among the elderly. Visual-only signals render crossings perilous, confining many to limited movement and exposing them to constant dangers. The letter stresses how inadequate infrastructure perpetuates inequality, urging…
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Geopolitical storm clouds are gathering over Iran’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the US, Mexico, and Canada. With safety worries mounting, Iran’s football chiefs are negotiating with FIFA to shift their US-based fixtures to neutral Mexican territory. Mehdi Taj, head of the Iranian Football Federation, laid bare the impasse. Referencing US President Donald Trump’s admission of inability to protect the Iranian squad, Taj declared on social media through Mexico’s Iranian embassy: ‘We won’t risk our players in America. Talks are underway with FIFA for Mexico-hosted matches.’ This standoff traces back to late February 2026 US-Israel aerial…
Iconic actor Anupam Kher is set to captivate theatergoers once more with ‘Janne Pahlchane Anjane’, a fresh musical comedy announced via Instagram on Tuesday. This engaging production unravels the intricacies of human connections, personal identities, and the amusing paradoxes of contemporary existence. Accompanying his reveal were striking visuals: the play’s poster and photos of the dynamic cast. Kher opened up about his tradition, stating, ‘I start each new decade with a theater production. It’s the foundation of authentic performance, teaching me to gauge audience sentiments and animate narratives.’ Expressing immense joy, he introduced the play as a Gajendra Ahire creation—written…
Kollam Additional Sessions Court delivered a resounding guilty verdict on Tuesday against G. Sandeep, the man responsible for the shocking murder of Dr. Vandana Das, sending ripples through Kerala’s healthcare sector. The attack occurred in the dead of night on May 10, 2023, at Kottarakkara Taluk Hospital, where Dr. Das was serving her routine duty. Police had escorted the teacher-cum-assailant to the facility after he complained of leg pain. What began as a standard treatment session escalated into horror when Sandeep lashed out indiscriminately. He assaulted accompanying personnel before turning on the defenseless doctor with a scissor, inflicting multiple stab…
The thrill of stock market profits often overshadows the tax implications lurking in the fine print. Investors earn primarily via dividends and capital gains, each governed by specific Income Tax Act provisions. Decoding these rules empowers smarter financial planning. Dividends form part of ‘income from other sources’ and are taxed slab-wise. Your overall income bracket dictates the rate—favorable for modest earners, burdensome for the wealthy. Loan interest for share purchases qualifies for deduction, limited to 20% of dividend receipts. No relief on brokerage or commissions, though. For instance, ₹1 lakh dividend with ₹35,000 interest allows only ₹20,000 deduction, taxing the…
Former India star Irfan Pathan has thrown his weight behind Shreyas Iyer, predicting the Punjab Kings skipper will match his IPL 2025 heroics in the 2026 edition. Iyer’s 604-run haul from 17 games at a 175 strike rate was instrumental in guiding Punjab to the finals, marking a turnaround for the franchise. Pathan’s optimism stems from Iyer’s leadership prowess and batting consistency. The recent auction additions of Cooper Connolly and Ben Dwarshuis signal Punjab’s intent to build on last year’s momentum. For Pathan, this season offers Iyer a golden opportunity to force his way back into the national T20 team.…
Television producers are raising the bar with daring visuals, and ‘Jagdhatri’ exemplifies this trend in its explosive Holi episode. A perilous fire scene became the talk of the town, challenging the cast physically and emotionally. Sonaakshi Batra, the show’s powerhouse lead, detailed the behind-the-scenes ordeal that made the sequence unforgettable. The plot thickens when Tapasya’s (Yesha Harsora) sinister Holi plot backfires dramatically on Gunjan (Pari Bhanushali). Chaos reigns as fire traps the young girl. Enter Jagdhatri and Shivay (Farmaan Haider), who risk everything in a breathtaking rescue. Jagdhatri’s bold dive into the flames to save Gunjan delivers pure adrenaline, gripping…
The Rajya Sabha election in Bihar turned into a flashpoint for Congress internal rifts, with MLA Manoj Biswas openly admitting he skipped voting at the behest of party bosses. This bold move has ignited a firestorm in state politics, exposing fault lines within the grand old party. Speaking candidly, Biswas stated that the leadership’s explicit orders guided their boycott. ‘RJD didn’t bother consulting our top brass before announcing their pick, who was miles away from our ideological stance,’ he said. Despite the abstention, Biswas reaffirmed his solid commitment to Congress principles. Fellow abstaining MLAs backed this narrative, pointing fingers at…
Odisha’s political landscape heated up in the state assembly as former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik unleashed a scathing attack on the current regime over the deadly blaze at Cuttack’s SCB Medical College. During zero hour, he squarely blamed Health Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling for the loss of 11 lives and demanded his ouster. Patnaik’s visit to the charred trauma care ICU painted a grim picture of systemic failures. ‘What I witnessed was beyond tragic—it was a glaring indictment of safety neglect in our top medical institution,’ he told the house, his voice laced with emotion. The fire broke out early…
In a firm rebuttal amid swirling speculation, South Korea’s Defense Minister Shin Won-sik confirmed Tuesday that Washington has not formally asked for Korean warships in the Middle East. The statement came during a heated parliamentary defense committee hearing, directly addressing President Trump’s repeated appeals. Trump, escalating his push, reiterated on Monday his expectation that allies like South Korea and Japan dispatch vessels to safeguard the Strait of Hormuz—a chokepoint for global oil flows. He invoked the U.S. ‘security shield’ as leverage for cooperation. Lawmakers pressed Shin on the matter, prompting his clear denial: ‘We have received no official proposal.’ He…