HC notice to govt on maiden surname plea
Delhi HC sought Thursday the Centre's response on a woman's plea challenging a rule on the use of maiden surname by married women. The rule requires such women to furnish a decree of divorce or…
Month: March 2024
Tada court acquits Tunda in 1993 blasts case
Syed Abdul Karim alias Tunda (81), accused in the 1993 serial train blasts, was acquitted of all charges by a Tada court in Ajmer on Thursday while stating that 'unless the offence charged is proved…
Punjab farmer cremated after FIR for murder and autopsy
The final journey of Shubhkaran began from Patiala-based Rajindra Hospital in an ambulance. "My son gave his life for a cause, and it will be a big tribute if that is accomplished," his father Charanjit…
After 4 years, Assam again sees anti-CAA protests
After a four-year hiatus, demonstrations against CAA returned to Assam following Amit Shah's announcement before Lok Sabha elections. Ten activists of KMSS and SMSS were detained in Dhubri, Tinsukia, and Hailakandi districts. Activists raised anti-CAA…
Building temple is another way to grab public land: Gujarat HC
Locals plea to spare a temple from demolition for a public road. Chief Justice criticizes emotional blackmail and land grabbing through temple construction. Residents seek protection due to emotional attachment. Interim protection granted against demolition,…
Leopard numbers rise 8% in four years
The latest assessment report, released on Thursday, reveals that the leopard population in the country has grown by 1,022, approximately 8%, over the past four years. The count rose from 12,852 in 2018 to 13,874…
Sharad Pawar mounts lunch diplomacy to secure turf
In a surprise development, Sharad Pawar has invited Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde and his two deputies Devendra Fadnavis and Ajit Pawar over lunch at his Baramati residence on Saturday. The invite is being seen as…
Horoscope Today: March 1, 2024
Read daily horoscope predictions for March 1, 2024: Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Get ready to discover what the stars have in…
WTO talks go to extra time, India hopes for deal on farm support
Trade talks in WTO continue with focus on India's demands for public stockholding and e-commerce. Divisions remain on remittances, movement of health workers. No progress on fishing subsidies. India seeks rights for artisanal fisherfolk. Some…
Govt Hikes Windfall Tax On Crude Petroleum, Cuts Levy On Diesel
New Delhi, Mar 1: The Government has hiked windfall tax on domestically produced crude oil to Rs 4,600 per tonne from Rs 3,300 per tonne with effect from Friday. The tax is levied in the…