NEW DELHI: SC on Tuesday criticised 12 ’eminent’ persons who together filed a PIL “targeting” CMs of BJP-governed states for alleged hate speeches while making a plea for framing guidelines to restrain constitutional functionaries and bureaucrats from breaching fidelity to constitutional morality. Appearing for petitioners, senior advocate Kapil Sibal told a bench of Chief Justice…
NEW DELHI: Drawing a distinction between using abuse language and the offence of obscenity, Supreme Court has said that use of mere swear words, profanities and vulgar expletives, however distasteful or uncivil they may be, cannot be equated with obscenity and is not an offence. It set aside conviction under Section 294 for a person…
Daveigh Chase, the praised actress renowned for her roles in ‘Lilo & Stitch’ and ‘The Ring,’ passed away at the age of 35 from complications of bacterial meningitis and a blood infection. As the fans shared a deep shock following the unfortunate demise, the late actress’ mother, Cathy Chase, also opened up about the last…
In simple terms, the rules do not change the intent of the law; they make it implementable. (AI image) For many employees, labour law changes often feel distant – something that affects companies more than individuals. The notification of the final Central Rules under India’s four labour codes on 8 May 2026 does not introduce…
Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Nagesh Ashtikar (File photo) NEW DELHI: Nagesh Patil Ashtikar, one of the six “rebel” Shiv Sena (UBT) Lok Sabha MPs, on Sunday said he joined the Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena because he needed funds to work for the people of his constituency.“The work of party workers is not being done as…
Marco Rubio’s Taj Mahal visit NEW DELHI: The Iranian Consulate in Hyderabad on Monday took a swipe at US secretary of state Marco Rubio over his visit to the Taj Mahal, saying the iconic monument was built by “the genius of Iranian architects” while accusing the United States of threatening Iranian civilisation.Rubio, who is on…
The Department of Higher Education (DHE), Government of Odisha has released the detailed schedule for the Student Academic Management System (SAMS) Postgraduate (PG) Admission 2026-27 process. Candidates seeking admission to postgraduate programmes can check the counselling schedule on the official SAMS Odisha website. The admission process is being conducted for PG courses offered by participating…
AriesYou feel the urge to move fast, but the week doesn’t reward rushing. There’s more thinking before action. Meetings or conversations may require patience. If you slow your responses instead of reacting immediately, things land better. Momentum builds, just not instantly.TaurusYou prefer clarity, and this week may test that. Instructions could shift or expectations feel…
