Pleas against hate speeches: No legislative vacuum exists warranting intervention, says SC

NEW DELHI: (Apr 29) The Supreme Court on Wednesday said that existing laws are sufficient to deal with the issue of hate speeches and no “legislative vacuum” exists warranting intervention. A bench of Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta said that creation of criminal offences and the prescription of punishments lies squarely within the legislative… Continue reading Pleas against hate speeches: No legislative vacuum exists warranting intervention, says SC

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Mamata accuses BJP of trying to ‘rig’ Bengal polls, alleges central forces acting at its behest

KOLKATA: (Apr 29) West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday accused the BJP of trying to “rig” the West Bengal assembly elections, alleging that central forces and election observers were acting at the behest of the saffron party. The BJP, however, dismissed her allegations, accusing her of “trying to create confusion sensing public anger… Continue reading Mamata accuses BJP of trying to ‘rig’ Bengal polls, alleges central forces acting at its behest

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Pentagon officials admit US “relatively undefended” against China, Russia missile threats as Trump admin push for ‘Golden Dome’ shield

Washington DC [US], April 28 : Top Pentagon officials have admitted that the current US defence systems can only counter small-scale attacks and provide negligible protection against hypersonic or cruise missiles, as concerns about China’s evolving military capabilities force Washington to acknowledge major gaps in its homeland missile defence. Senior US Defence and military officials… Continue reading Pentagon officials admit US “relatively undefended” against China, Russia missile threats as Trump admin push for ‘Golden Dome’ shield

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“Wanted to prove them wrong”: Shreyas Iyer on overcoming short-ball weakness

New Delhi [India], April 28 : Punjab Kings (PBKS) captain Shreyas Iyer has revealed how criticism around his struggles against short-pitched deliveries motivated him to transform his game, crediting a change in mindset and rigorous practice for his improvement. Speaking on JioStar, Iyer said doubts over his ability to handle the short ball acted as… Continue reading “Wanted to prove them wrong”: Shreyas Iyer on overcoming short-ball weakness

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Ranveer Singh turns protective for Deepika Padukone in first appearance after announcing second pregnancy

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], April 28 : Bollywood power couple Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh made their first appearance together since announcing that they are expecting their second child. The duo made a low-key yet closely watched appearance at the Mumbai airport on Monday night, drawing significant attention from fans and media alike. Dressed in relaxed… Continue reading Ranveer Singh turns protective for Deepika Padukone in first appearance after announcing second pregnancy

DPI 2.0 can help India offset impact of West Asia energy disruptions through productivity gains: CEA Nageswaran

New Delhi [India], April 28 : Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran said that India can mitigate the economic impact of energy price shocks arising from disruptions in West Asia by boosting productivity and competitiveness through the next phase of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI 2.0). Speaking at the launch of the DPI 2047 Roadmap… Continue reading DPI 2.0 can help India offset impact of West Asia energy disruptions through productivity gains: CEA Nageswaran

“Congress govts hindered Sikkim’s development”: PM Modi says Centre committed to Act East, Act Fast

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], April 28 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday attacked Congress and accused the Opposition party of hindering Sikkim’s development in the past. Addressing Sikkim’s 50th Year of Statehood celebrations in Gangtok, PM Modi called Sikkim and the Northeast, India’s Ashtalakshmi and affirmed the Centre’s Act East and Act Fact policy. Prime… Continue reading “Congress govts hindered Sikkim’s development”: PM Modi says Centre committed to Act East, Act Fast

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Diljit Dosanjh performs on Jimmy Fallon’s The Tonight Show

NEW DELHI: (Apr 28) Punjabi actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh took over the stage of Jimmy Fallon’s The Tonight Show to perform his song “Morni”. The performance marked the singer’s second appearance on the show, following his debut in 2024. Fallon shared a clip on his Instagram handle on Tuesday, which featured him learning dance moves from… Continue reading Diljit Dosanjh performs on Jimmy Fallon’s The Tonight Show

Peak XV fully exits Mobikwik in Rs 130 crore block deal

NEW DELHI: (Apr 28) Venture capital firm Peak XV Partners has fully exited from fintech firm One MobiKwik Systems through a block deal of over Rs 130 crore, sources aware of the development said. According to sources, Peak XV was one of the early investors in the firm and exited at three times of its… Continue reading Peak XV fully exits Mobikwik in Rs 130 crore block deal

American Hindu Coalition backs Rini Sampath in Washington DC mayoral poll

WASHINGTON: (Apr 28) The American Hindu Coalition (AHC) has extended support for Rini Sampath, a Tamil Nadu-born cybersecurity expert, who is contesting the Washington DC mayoral elections. The AHC organised a meeting of well-wishers at the ‘ISKCON of DC’ temple here in support of Sampath, who is contesting in the Democratic primary on June 16,… Continue reading American Hindu Coalition backs Rini Sampath in Washington DC mayoral poll

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