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₹53k fine on Chhattisgarh officer for emptying reservoir over phone
Rajesh Kumar Vishwas, a food inspector who drained an irrigation reservoir in Chhattisgarh to retrieve his phone, has been fined INR53,092 ($750) by the state's irrigation department. Vishwas, who was suspended for wasting water in the peak of summer, drained 4.1 million litres of water from the reservoir, which could have irrigated around 40 hectares of land. He was fined for illegally evacuating water using diesel pumps and for wasting the water for his personal interest. A show cause notice has been issued to the officer who allegedly gave him permission to drain the water.
Delhi high court allows wife Priya Kapur plea to modify order over Sanjay Kapur’s will
The Delhi High Court has granted Priya Kapur's request to remove her late husband Sanjay Kapur's sister, Mandhira Kapur, from proceedings regarding his disputed will. The case, involving assets worth Rs 30,000 crore, was initiated by Sanjay's children with ex-wife Karisma Kapoor. Priya's counsel argued Mandhira's inclusion aimed to unjustly influence the case.
Arunachal doctors call off 48-hour shutdown after govt assurance on safety
Arunachal Pradesh doctors ended their 48-hour healthcare shutdown after government assurances of safety following a violent assault on two doctors. Ministers met with medical associations, promising swift action and addressing security concerns in hospitals.
PM Modi to go on 3-day tour to 5 states, including Manipur, from Saturday
PM Modi will tour five northeastern and eastern states, inaugurating development projects worth ₹71,000 crore. Visits include Mizoram, Manipur, Assam, West Bengal, and Bihar, focusing on infrastructure, railways, healthcare, and addressing recent ethnic tensions in Manipur.
‘I say namaskaar’: Nepal's new leader Sushila Karki on PM Modi, ties with India
Nepal's first woman PM Sushila Karki, with strong Indian connections, aims to improve bilateral ties. Studied in India, she plans to reconnect diplomatically, emphasizing people-to-people goodwill and mutual respect while acknowledging potential challenges.
‘EU, India working on new measures to deepen security cooperation’: Pronk
EU and India are deepening security cooperation, with the bloc viewing New Delhi as a crucial Indo-Pacific partner. They're discussing a strategic relationship, information-sharing agreement, and maritime security collaboration, ahead of next year's summit.
Hundreds of students, carrying torches, are out on the streets to protest in Assam. Here's why
Assam students protest demanding Scheduled Tribe status for Koch-Rajbongshi community. Violent clashes erupted after alleged police crackdown during a torchlight march, leading to injuries, a 12-hour bandh, and calls for accountability from state authorities.
Modi to arrive in Manipur on Sat for 1st visit since ethnic violence broke out
PM Modi visits Manipur, his first trip since May's ethnic violence. He'll meet internally displaced persons, inaugurate infrastructure projects worth ₹8500 crore in Churachandpur and Imphal, addressing communities affected by ongoing tensions.
India's approach to disability rights evolved significantly, judiciary played pivotal role: SC
The Supreme Court of India emphasized the shift from a charity-based to a rights-based framework for disability rights, highlighting the judiciary's role in reinterpreting disability as a structural disadvantage. The court criticized legal systems that view disability merely as a medical issue, advocating for accessibility and inclusion to ensure constitutional rights for persons with disabilities.
SC quashes cases against Ashis Nandy over Jaipur Lit Fest remarks
Supreme Court quashed criminal cases against 90-year-old Ashis Nandy over controversial remarks at Jaipur Literature Festival, condemning his statements but noting his unconditional apology and long-pending legal proceedings.
Full emergency at Mumbai airport as SpiceJet plane's wheel falls off during takeoff | On cam
SpiceJet Bombardier aircraft lost a wheel during takeoff from Mumbai, carrying 75 passengers. Pilot safely aborted the flight, returning to runway without injuries, averting potential disaster.
Nepal protests: Body of Indian woman killed in hotel attack brought back
An Indian couple from Ghaziabad was caught in Nepal's violent anti-corruption protests. During a hotel fire, the woman fell while being evacuated and died from injuries. Her body was brought back, with her husband criticizing the lack of help during the incident.
In attack on Congress over PM Modi's AI video, BJP invokes ‘Mountbatten’: ‘Nehru remained entangled…’
BJP leaders condemn Congress for AI-generated video of PM Modi's late mother, challenging them to create a similar video of Nehru and Mountbatten. The incident follows previous controversies involving alleged disrespectful remarks about Modi's mother.
Trump, Modi pledge talks to fix trade, tariff impasse
Trump and Modi express optimism about resolving trade tensions, pledging to discuss bilateral trade barriers and potential negotiations. Both leaders aim to unlock partnership potential, despite ongoing complexities surrounding tariffs and Russian oil purchases.
SC flags hostile discrimination against persons with disabilities
The Supreme Court of India highlighted discrimination against persons with disabilities in employment, questioning the Centre on measures for upward movement of meritorious candidates. It ordered a nationwide monitoring project for state-run institutions housing individuals with cognitive disabilities, emphasizing the need for equality and proper implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016. Reports are due within six months.
Donald Trump's tariffs, economic policies ‘self-destructive’: Ex-RBI governor C Rangarajan
Former RBI governor C Rangarajan criticizes Trump's economic policies as self-destructive, highlighting global trade stagnation. He suggests emerging country blocks and warns of harmful impacts, particularly on India, while emphasizing the need for collaborative development.
