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NEW DELHI: Despite a Supreme Court bench in Jan asking Centre to consider introducing a “Romeo-Juliet” clause to exempt “genuine adolescent relationships” from Pocso’s harshest provisions, govt in response to a question in Lok Sabha on Friday said “any dilution of the age of consent or introduction of exceptions would undermine child safety, increase the…
Some stories on the internet do not try to go viral but still end up touching thousands of people. A simple travel moment, shared from a mountain route, is now getting a lot of attention online. It is not about a destination or a big event, but about two elderly women whose way of living…
NEW DELHI: Tamil Nadu chief minister C Joseph Vijay is facing mounting criticism from allies and political leaders after appointing his astrologer, Ricky Radhan Pandit, as an Officer on Special Duty (OSD) and political wing secretary in the chief minister’s office. The appointment, made shortly after the TVK government assumed office, has triggered objections over…
She left all of us a priceless legacy – together with an equally great responsibility She was Dadi to all those fortunate enough to know her. Bunny and I were lucky in that we got to meet her shortly after we moved from Calcutta to Delhi. Bunny and I came to Delhi as economic refugees…
The Middle East crisis has entered its fourth week and the impact might spill across some Indian industries too. Smartphone market is beginning to feel the strain, with analysts cutting shipment forecasts again as the conflict starts to impact both demand and supply. Research firms have lowered their projections for 2026, pointing to a tougher…
KOLKATA: Ahead of the May 4 counting of votes for the assembly elections, Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee Saturday trashed exit poll results, saying they were conducted to “manipulate the stock market,” and told party colleagues in a virtual address that Trinamool “is winning and winning by 200-plus seats.”Banerjee urged counting agents not to leave their…
Bhavika Sharma is set to take on a new challenge as the lead of Seher Hone Ko Hai. The actress, best known for her portrayal of Savi in Ghum Hai Kisikey Pyaar Meiin, has reportedly been finalised for the role, with contractual formalities currently being worked out. The makers of Seher Hone Ko Hai have…
DEHRADUN: Close on the heels of a proposal to restrict the entry of non-Hindus at 105 ghats in the Kumbh area at Haridwar, Badrinath Kedarnath Temple Committee (BKTC), which administers the Char Dham shrines of Badrinath, Kedarnath and 47 other temples, is considering a similar move at the shrines under it. The proposal is expected…
The highly anticipated first glimpse of the live-action adaptation of ‘Street Fighter’ has dropped online, unveiling a power-packed cast led by Noah Centineo, Jason Momoa, Andrew Koji and Bollywood action star, Vidyut Jammwal. Vidyut, who makes his Hollywood debut in the iconic franchise, steps on-screen as the character, Dhalsim, one of the franchise’s most beloved…
The news of Asha Bhosle’s demise has shattered millions of hearts. Known for her versatility, sheer talent, and voice that was a melody in itself, Asha Bhosle left the mortal world. At the age of 92, she passed away, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire one generation after another. Paying tribute to…
