Delhi High Court acquits man in POCSO case, says presumption under Section 29 does not arise until prosecution proves foundational facts

The High Court found that the Trial Court had proceeded on an erroneous understanding of the statutory presumptions contained in Sections 29 and 30 of the POCSO Act. The Delhi High Court has held that the statutory presumption under Section 29 of the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act does not automatically arise…

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‘Alcohol ban only benefiting liquor mafia, corrupt officials’, says Prashant Kishor

Prashant Kishor aims to improve Bankipur constituency within four years (File Phtoto) Jan Suraaj founder Prashant Kishor, who recently stormed BJP’s long-held fortress in Bankipur, said that if he succeeds in his endeavour over the next four years, the constituency “will look better than today”. In an exclusive interview with TOI’s Adwitiya Deb, Kishor outlined…

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Can Tata Sons stay out of IPO ambit?

MUMBAI: Tata Sons’ escape from an initial public offering hinges on convincing RBI that none of its activities require it to remain within the central bank’s regulatory framework. Its alternative of exiting the upper layer, which covers large NBFCs subject to enhanced regulation because of their size and systemic significance, has effectively been closed after…

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Jenna Ortega’s ‘Then and Now’ photos ALARM fans; actress’ appearance raises concerns about Hollywood’s ‘extreme thinness’ trend

Jenna Ortega’s recent appearance in Esquire’s “How I Got Here” series has set alarm bells ringing on social media. The actress, who commands a huge fan following thanks to her breakout series ‘Wednesday’, had many taking to their handles to express conern about her health after she debuted a rather frail physique.The Wednesday star, who…

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Candace Owens postpones show at the last minute, vows to confront Andrew face-to-face over latest filing

Candace Owens (Getty Images) Candace Owens has postponed her scheduled show just days before a highly anticipated debate, saying a newly filed defence document has given her reason to hold back. The decision has quickly drawn attention online, with critics questioning the timing while Owens insists she has plenty to say. Her latest comments suggest…

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Janhavi wins bronze in state athletics meet

Nagpur: Janhavi Bawane of Track Star Club clinched a bronze medal in Maharashtra State Open Youth athletics meet at Meenatai Thackeray Stadium, Nashik, on Wednesday.In the women’s 1000 metre race, Nagpur’s Janhavi clocked 3 min. 8.64 sec to register a podium finish, while her teammate Himanshi gave a timing of 3 min. 9.79 sec to…

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