India

Same-sex marriage: Right to marry is not absolute, says Solicitor General

26 Apr 2023 15:06 PM IST

The Supreme Court began day four of its hearing on at least 15 petitions concerning the demand for marriage equality in India on Tuesday. The petitioners were heard by the court on the final day of their arguments. Petitioners argued the value of family as well as the right to

Sudan: France evacuates 538 people, including 5 Indians

26 Apr 2023 14:59 PM IST

According to French diplomatic sources, France evacuated 538 people from Sudan by air on Tuesday, including 209 French and 329 nationals from 41 other countries, including 5 Indians. The United Kingdom, France, South Korea, and a number of other countries confirmed that they were withdrawing their citizens after US Secretary

‘Constitute Independent Expert Committee to inquire into Atiq, Ashraf killings’ : UP govt to SC

26 Apr 2023 13:16 PM IST

Uttar Pradesh Government has moved a caveat application in Supreme Court on a petition seeking to constitute an Independent Expert Committee under the Chairmanship of a former Supreme Court judge to inquire into the killing of Atiq and Ashraf amid police presence. The Supreme Court on Monday said that it

Preliminary enquiry needed before FIR : Delhi Police to SC against WFI chief

26 Apr 2023 12:45 PM IST

The Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president, Brij Bhushan Singh, was accused of sexual harassment, and Delhi Police said Wednesday before the Supreme Court that a preliminary investigation would be required before filing a FIR. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for Delhi Police, submitted before the Supreme Court that preliminary

Sundari, formerly a feared naxal, plays important role in battling naxalism

26 Apr 2023 11:44 AM IST

Developmental activities, together with the Chhattisgarh government’s rehabilitation-cum-surrender policy, are emerging as a wind of good change in the worst insurgency-hit Bastar region, and a notable illustration of this is naxal cadres abandoning the path of violence to enter the mainstream of society. Realising the hollow ideology of banned outlawed

Priyanka slams BJP for wrestlers’ protest

26 Apr 2023 10:42 AM IST

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra criticised the government over top wrestlers’ protests here on Wednesday, questioning whether the government wants to shield the perpetrators. The Congress general secretary also said that the appeals of sportspeople who promote the country’s honour are being ignored, and that “when the arrogance of a

S. Jaishankar: India’s motto for G20 is one earth, one family, one future

26 Apr 2023 04:25 AM IST

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is on a visit to Latin America where he attended the 4th India-SICA (Central America Integration System) Ministerial meeting in Panama. In his opening remarks, Jaishankar said India’s motto for the G20 is one earth, one family, one future. “An India that is a digital

Car crashes rickshaw-puller, drags him over 300 metres in Delhi

26 Apr 2023 04:23 AM IST

In an incident bearing a chilling reminder of the Khanjawala hit-and-drag case, a car allegedly rammed into a rickshaw in the national capital’s Lutyens’ zone, dragged the rickshaw-puller a considerable distance, police said. The person behind the wheel of the vehicle, identified as 25-year-old Farman, was chased by some commuters

PM Modi, host of leaders condole demise of Parkash Singh Badal

26 Apr 2023 01:58 AM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi described his demise as a “personal loss” and said he was a colossal figure in Indian politics who contributed greatly to the nation. “Extremely saddened by the passing away of Shri Parkash Singh Badal Ji. He was a colossal figure in Indian politics and a remarkable

PM Modi to inaugurate AHCI ‘One Earth One Health’ summit

25 Apr 2023 17:37 PM IST

The 6th edition of Advantage Healthcare India (AHCI) (One Earth One Health) is set to take place virtually on 26 and 27 April at Pragati Maidan in the national capital, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi scheduled to deliver an address. The government will organise the international summit on medical value

Sexual harassment case: SC issues notice to Delhi govt on pleas of 7 women wrestlers

25 Apr 2023 16:12 PM IST

The Supreme Court issued notice to the Delhi government and others on the pleas filed by seven women wrestlers who alleged that their FIR is not being registered regarding sexual harassment against WFI president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh. The apex court said that these allegations are serious and need to

Karnataka polls: PM Modi to conduct 15 public meetings & roadshows

25 Apr 2023 15:15 PM IST

The campaign for the upcoming Karnataka Assembly elections is set to gain momentum as Prime Minister Narendra Modi will conduct nearly 15 public meetings, and road shows in six days in the state, giving a significant push to party’s efforts to retain power in state, sources said on Tuesday. The