The Supreme Court has declared that love is not a crime and cannot be criminalized. The court emphasized that young individuals in genuine relationships, even if they are slightly below the legal age of majority, should be left alone. Justices B.V. Nagarathna and R. Mahadevan made these observations while hearing petitions seeking guidelines to prevent the misuse of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act in cases of consensual relationships involving minors. The court dismissed petitions from the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) and the National Commission for Women (NCW), which challenged decisions by the…
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The United States has been making various claims regarding the tariffs imposed on India. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that former US President Donald Trump implemented the tariff on India to resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict. She indicated that Trump desires an end to the ongoing conflict between the two nations. Initially, the US imposed a 25% tariff on India. Subsequently, an additional 25% tariff was added, doubling the total. Presently, India faces a 50% tariff from the United States. Press Secretary Leavitt explained that the former President applied significant pressure to end the Russia-Ukraine war, including the additional…
When major stars in Bhojpuri cinema achieve success, they often acknowledge their hard work. However, few people mention the artists working behind the camera. In a recent interview, actress Amrapali Dubey mentioned Mithai Lal Yadav and stated that he helped her with remembering dialogues in Bhojpuri during her initial days. This has led to questions about who Mithai Lal Yadav is, as his name frequently appears in the casting of Bhojpuri films. Mithai Lal Yadav previously worked as a staff member in films but is now an assistant director. He has assisted directors in several major films, including the big…
In the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL), Sanjeev Goenka’s team performed poorly. Their performance hasn’t improved in England either. The team has lost 6 out of 8 matches. In the 20th match of The Hundred League, Trent Rockets defeated Sanjeev Goenka’s team by 7 wickets. A 21-year-old player put up a stunning performance with both ball and bat, leading to the team’s defeat. Despite having a player from the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), the IPL 2025 champions, as captain, Sanjeev Goenka continues to face disappointment. Rehan Ahmed’s Outstanding Performance In the 20th match of The Hundred League, Trent Rockets’ bowling…
To promote the Hero Asia Cup 2025, which will be held in Rajgir, Bihar, from August 29 to September 7, a trophy tour is traveling across all districts of the state. The tour, which began on August 17, aims to spread the passion for hockey to the masses. It will cover all districts of Bihar, as well as Chennai, Chandigarh (Punjab, Haryana), Delhi, Odisha, Assam, and Jharkhand. The purpose of the tour is to spark interest in hockey among youth, promote sports culture, and ensure public participation in this historic event. After visiting Patna, Vaishali, and Bhojpur, the trophy tour…
Heavy rainfall exposed the vulnerabilities of the Mumbai Monorail. On Tuesday evening, around 6:15 PM, a monorail packed with passengers came to a halt on the elevated track between Mysore Colony and Bhakti Park stations. Panic ensued inside the train, which was carrying hundreds of passengers. The prolonged standstill caused distress among the commuters. The air conditioning and lights failed, leading to suffocation and escalating into cries and some passengers even losing consciousness. After significant efforts, all passengers were safely evacuated. This incident raises the question: why did the monorail, built at a cost of 3000 crore, suddenly fail? Let’s…
An earthquake was felt in Himachal Pradesh. The quake, which occurred at 3:27 PM, had a magnitude of 3.3. The epicenter was in Chamba. Simultaneously, Pakistan also experienced tremors. This earthquake, which struck at 2:38 PM, had a magnitude of 3.7. There are no immediate reports of casualties or property damage in either location, but the events caused a moment of panic.
The Indian government has approved the acquisition of 97 LCA Tejas Mark-1A fighter jets to bolster the Indian Air Force’s combat capabilities. The deal with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) is valued at approximately 62,000 crore rupees. The Defence Acquisition Council granted the ‘Acceptance of Necessity’ (AoN) for this project on November 30, 2023. Following this, the Ministry of Defence issued a Request for Proposal for this purchase in April 2024. According to sources, the aircraft supply process under this deal will commence from the financial year 2026-27 and will be completed in a phased manner over 4 to 5 years.…
Aamir Khan expressed his sadness over the death of Achyut Potdar, his co-star from the film ‘3 Idiots’, who passed away on August 18. Khan paid tribute to Potdar, recalling his impactful work in movies. Potdar’s dialogue, ‘Kehna kya chahte ho’ from ‘3 Idiots,’ has become a well-known meme and has been widely shared on social media. Khan stated, “I am very saddened to hear about Achyutji’s passing away. He was an amazing actor, a wonderful human being, and a great colleague. We will miss you, Achyutji. My heartfelt condolences to his family.”
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has withdrawn from the US Open mixed doubles event. The Italian player, slated to partner with Katerina Siniakova against Belinda Bencic and Alexander Zverev, made the decision following an illness that affected his performance in the Cincinnati Masters final against Carlos Alcaraz. Sinner retired from the final match against Alcaraz after only 23 minutes, citing flu-like symptoms and a high fever that worsened overnight. Despite his condition, Sinner initially took to the court in Cincinnati to compete. However, after five games, he retired to focus on his recovery for the upcoming US Open. This withdrawal…