https://ift.tt/LJADQwj strike kills two in Uttarakhand district

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https://ift.tt/oShVsMB suicide case: Court acquits husband; citing 'benefit of doubt'

A doctor in Delhi has been acquitted of charges relating to his wife's suicide due to inconsistencies in the statements of prosecution witnesses. The court found that the prosecution failed to provide sufficient evidence to prove the accusations of harassment and cruelty for dowry, as well as abetment of suicide. The judge concluded that the accused successfully rebutted the presumption of law and therefore acquitted him of all charges.

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https://ift.tt/DmaIqgi, Canada dial down diatribe against India on Nijjar killing

The United States and Canada are dialling down their diatribe over the alleged New Delhi hand in the killing of Sikh pro-Khalistan extremist Hardeep Singh Nijjar amid a strong pushback from India about the “operating space” given to violent militants due to domestic political compulsions.

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https://ift.tt/BekxKby Sikhs prevent Indian high commissioner from entering gurdwara in Scotland

A group of radical Sikh activists in the UK prevented the Indian high commissioner, Vikram Doraiswami, from entering a gurdwara in Scotland. The activists claimed that Indian officials are not welcome in any gurdwara in the UK, citing recent tensions and targeting of British Sikhs. A video of the incident was posted on Instagram, showing a confrontation between the activists and a gurdwara committee member.

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https://ift.tt/aBiVLXb relations with Russia 'steady', says Jaishankar

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https://ift.tt/2LQ60A5 rape case accused injured in bid to flee

An autorickshaw driver was arrested in Ujjain on Thursday for the rape of a minor girl, whose video clip of being shooed away by people while pleading for help in a bleeding, half-naked state has shocked the country. The accused, Bharat Soni, tried to escape from custody when he was taken to the crime spot for forensic investigation, and fell on the road, injuring himself.

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https://ift.tt/UtD3bhg banker attacked in Assam

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https://ift.tt/V8WmXY2 S Jaishankar meets US secretary of state Antony Blinken

External affairs minister S Jaishankar on Thursday met US secretary of state Antony Blinken in Washington. The meeting comes amid serious diplomatic tensions between India and Canada stirred by the killing of a Khalistani terrorist.

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https://ift.tt/qm7zH36 of Bengal's MGNREGA job card holders reach Kolkata ahead of TMC's protest in Delhi

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https://ift.tt/81z7JO3 tribal outfit member at Surrey gurdwara raises red flags

Intelligence agencies are concerned about a meeting between Khalistani separatists and a member of the North American Manipur Tribal Association (NAMTA) in Canada. Lien Gangte, president of the Canada chapter of NAMTA, was allowed to speak at a gurdwara controlled by Khalistanis. The NAMTA has posted messages endorsing Gangte's outreach to the gurdwara. The agencies are monitoring the situation, particularly for potential alliances.

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https://ift.tt/PSQivAe principal secretary reviews follow-up on G20 outcome, asks officials to prepare for virtual summit

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https://ift.tt/xegN5tG more imported dye for Covid RT-PCR test kit as CDRI develops desi ‘GreenR’

India's CSIR-Central Drug Research Institute has developed a locally-made DNA Gel stain called 'GreenR', eliminating the need to import the dye used in RT-PCR tests for Covid-19 detection. The innovation is expected to reduce reliance on imports and provide a cost-effective alternative.

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https://ift.tt/DpJgQCn man from Mumbai goes missing on trek in Malaysia

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https://ift.tt/t9JR05V smuggling racket: Lashkar terrorist, 5 terrorist associates arrested in Baramulla

Jammu and Kashmir Police have arrested an active terrorist of Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) and five terrorist associates, including two women and a juvenile, for their involvement in a cross-border arms smuggling racket. A large quantity of arms and ammunition, including grenades and pistols, was seized from their possession.

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https://ift.tt/g7ElAnL raids OGWs’ houses in Udhampur & Jammu

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https://ift.tt/wDnM5GS Phalke Award for Waheeda Rehman

Veteran actor Waheeda Rehman has been chosen as the recipient of the 53rd Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India's highest film honor. Rehman, known for her beauty and acting skills, has left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated her, and the timing of the award coincided with the birth centenary of her co-star Dev Anand, with whom she frequently collaborated.

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https://ift.tt/hrMjv2I advisory on transgender welfare calls for policy to combat discrimination

The National Human Rights Commission has issued an advisory calling for the government to treat a single transgender child of a deceased employee or pensioner as an unmarried daughter for the purpose of family pension and other benefits. The advisory also recommends securing property rights for transgender individuals and allowing them to inherit ancestral agricultural land.

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https://ift.tt/Y65H2qG Gardens of Mumbai to close down in a phased manner for up to 7 years

The iconic Hanging Gardens of Mumbai may be destroyed to make way for the reconstruction of a reservoir underneath. The plan, estimated to take up to seven years, involves demolishing and rebuilding the reservoir, as well as cutting down and transplanting around 350 trees.

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https://ift.tt/NFPKyLR slapping: Incident in school should shake UP govt conscience, says Supreme Court

The Supreme Court criticized the Uttar Pradesh police for not invoking relevant provisions of law in the Muzaffarnagar incident, where a schoolboy was allegedly slapped by his classmates on the instruction of a teacher because of his religion. The court directed the UP government to appoint a senior IPS officer to investigate the case and submit a status report.

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https://ift.tt/dthx3jU removes barrier, allows deaf lawyer to argue in sign language; interpreter’s speed amazes CJI, SG

The Supreme Court in India has started allowing sign language interpretation for hearing impaired lawyers, demonstrating that not everything needs to be spoken aloud in court. In a recent case, a deaf advocate was permitted to virtually argue with the help of a sign language interpreter.

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https://ift.tt/QeaL1Md Indians are overdosing on salt by 3 grams, says study

A study published in the journal Nature Portfolio reveals that the average Indian consumes 8g of salt daily, exceeding the recommended daily limit of 5g. The study, based on a sample survey, found that men, employed individuals, tobacco users, obese individuals, and those with raised blood pressure had higher salt intake.

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https://ift.tt/RAVCq2K S Jaishankar, UN secretary general Antonio Guterres discuss India's G20 Presidency, global challenges

Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres discussed India's G20 Presidency and global challenges, including Afghanistan and Myanmar, during their meeting at the UN Headquarters. Jaishankar expressed appreciation for Guterres' commitment to reforming International Financial Institutions.

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https://ift.tt/t8nOdyc to continue as Vistara till Air India reaches appropriate level:' Campbell Wilson

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https://ift.tt/z9bdcHt Cyclonic circulation over Andaman sea likely on September 29

The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that the monsoon may begin its withdrawal within the next 24 hours. At the same time, a new cyclonic circulation is expected to form over the north Andaman Sea and its surroundings on September 29. This new system could bring more rainfall along the eastern coasts towards the end of September and early October. The IMD also forecasts heavy rainfall in certain regions, including Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Sikkim.

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https://ift.tt/Fdul9JU Singh Badal calls for unity against Sikh ‘demonisation’

Shiromani Akali Dal president Sukhbir Singh Badal on Saturday called upon all parties and leaders in Punjab to counter the “propaganda to demonise Sikhs and other Punjabis”. “I urge all political parties and leaders to close ranks and give a united call against vicious propaganda to vilify and demonise #Sikhs and other Punjabis.

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https://ift.tt/yngaHmG calls Bidhuri incident ‘shameful’, urges Speaker to take action

Maulana Arshad Madani of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind has criticized BJP MP Ramesh Bidhuri's remarks in Parliament, calling them "shameful" and "filthy". Madani expressed concern over the use of such language against a Muslim MP and accused the ruling party of not taking any action to stop it. He also urged the Speaker to take legal action against Bidhuri for his comments.

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https://ift.tt/vEkxp5u corporator arrested in sexual harassment case

Srinagar: A corporator of Srinagar Municipal Corporation, Aqib Ahmed Renzu from Nishat area, was arrested on charges of sexual harassment, outraging modesty, and online stalking, Srinagar Police said on Saturday. A case had been registered in this regard at RM Bagh police station under relevant sections of the law, police said.

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https://ift.tt/hk7sKYG shoddy': Supreme Court acquits two on death row of murder

The Supreme Court has acquitted two death row convicts and one lifer in a murder case due to a poorly conducted investigation. The court expressed concern over the inefficiency and lack of professionalism in police investigations and called for the development of a code of investigation to ensure better standards.

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https://ift.tt/l15WCZF gets 'clean chit' in Joshimath

In their report to the government, Geological Survey of India and National Institute of Hydrology have given a 'clean chit' to NTPC's Tapovan-Vishnugad hydel project in connection with water gushing under the surface in Joshimath in January.

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https://ift.tt/48FILPv lauds sugar industry for ethanol blending; says it has a larger role to play in sustainable aviation fuels

Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced India's focus on increasing ethanol blending, with the sugar industry playing a significant role in this effort. He also emphasized the industry's potential in sustainable aviation fuels. The Indian Sugar Mills Association (ISMA) and International Sugar Organisation (ISO) received praise for their contributions.

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https://static.toiimg.com/photo/msid-103876419,imgsize-21786.cms"Deeply concerned, critical that probe proceeds": Antony Blinken on India-Canada diplomatic row

While addressing a press conference in New York, Blinken said that US has engaged directly with the Indian government. He said that US is consulting "very closely" with Canada and coordinating on the issue.

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https://ift.tt/xnFcD1I shared intelligence on Nijjar murder with India weeks ago: Justin Trudeau

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Friday said that ​​Canada shared evidence on allegations behind Khalistan leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar's killing with the Indian government weeks ago.

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https://ift.tt/gGAokeC filmmaker Elias Kazmi critical after road accident; teen driver sent to juvenile home

Elias Kazmi, an ad filmmaker, remains in critical condition after being hit and dragged by an SUV in Jammu. The 16-year-old son of a deputy SP of J&K Police, who was driving the SUV, has been detained and sent to a juvenile home. Kazmi suffered brain clots, broken ribs, and fractures. Police have registered a case, seized both vehicles, and are investigating the incident.

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https://ift.tt/r86RSUd freed after 4 years, seeks talks, calls for return of Pandits at Friday prayers

Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, detained since August 2019, was released from house arrest. He led prayers in Srinagar's Jamia Masjid, advocating for dialogue to resolve the Kashmir issue. He expressed his desire for the return of Kashmiri Pandits and emphasized the humanitarian aspect of the conflict.

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https://ift.tt/nL0PA48 Police conducts special operation to nab criminals linked with gangster Goldy Brar

The Punjab Police has launched a crackdown against criminals associated with Canada-based gangster Goldy Brar. In a special operation, raids were conducted at over 1,000 suspected hideouts across the state. The operation was carried out based on information gathered from arrested individuals connected to different gangsters. Goldy Brar is the main suspect in the murder of singer Sidhu Moosewala.

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https://ift.tt/IELf7hH India slams Trudeau's charge of hand in Nijjar's killing

The expelled Indian official was identified as Pavan Kumar Rai, a 1997-batch IPS officer handling, as per Indian high commission, economic, coordination and community affairs.

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https://ift.tt/B8NQmMp quota bill tabled in Lok Sabha, PM Modi says will ensure passage

The government on Tuesday introduced a Constitution amendment bill seeking to reserve one-third seats in Parliament and state legislatures for women. Modi said, "It seems that God has chosen me for the sacred task of empowering women and leveraging their power."

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https://ift.tt/knCtZgc first day in new House, it is Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury versus Amit Shah

When Congress leader tried to claim credit for the bill, Amit Shah said the legislation brought by the Manmohan Singh government had lapsed. “The bill... was passed by Rajya Sabha and hence is still alive,” Chowdhury said.

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https://ift.tt/8Lxf4ym there be sub-quota for OBC women? Debate rages

The joint parliamentary committee report examining the 1996 women's reservation bill had recommended that quota be provided for OBC women once the Constitution was amended to allow for reservation for OBCs.

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https://ift.tt/srX0njl terrorist killed as Anantnag operation winds down but mop-up to continue

Security forces have identified the body of Uzair Khan, a top commander of Lashkar-e-Taiba shadow group The Resistance Force, who was killed in the forests near Gadool village of Kokernag in north Kashmir’s Anantnag district during a week-long search-and-shoot operation.

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https://ift.tt/0gPDWtX G20, India emerged as a ‘Vishwa Mitra': PM Modi

Recalling the emotional moment for inclusion of African Union in G20 during its presidency’, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the success of G20 is of 140 crore Indians adding that India has carved a place for itself as ‘Vishwa Mitra’. PM Modi in his opening speech during the special session of Parliament on Monday expressed gratitude for the acknowledgement of the success of G20 by the Chair.

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https://ift.tt/8P01CIA Alliance to meet at Kharge's office in Parliament ahead of special session

The floor leaders of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) are due to meet on Monday at the office of Rajya Sabha leader of the Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge in Parliament, ahead of the five-day special session of Parliament, which is set to begin on Monday. The INDI Alliance floor leaders will meet before the commencement of the Parliament special session to plan the strategy for the house floor.

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https://ift.tt/KmBq8DS reintroduction project on course despite challenges, says Cheetah Conservation Fund

According to the Namibia-based Cheetah Conservation Fund, the cheetah's incredible journey in the first year of their reintroduction in India has been marked by both failures and accomplishments, and the project is on schedule. The CCF has worked closely with Indian officials to reintroduce cheetahs in India. Laurie Marker, the creator of CCF, has been important in developing plans for the introduction and has visited India numerous times since 2009.

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https://ift.tt/lD1v4Wi HC judge heard Gyanvapi case for 2 years without jurisdiction

Chief Justice Pritinker Diwaker, said that cases related to the Kashi Vishwanath-Gyanvapi title suit have been withdrawn from a single-judge bench of the Allahabad high court. Diwaker stated that the judge was hearing the matter without jurisdiction, which he deemed as a case of "judicial impropriety."

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https://ift.tt/4eARwv3 die as landslide hits vehicle on Jammu-Srinagar national highway

A landslide struck a vehicle on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway in Banihal, located in Jammu and Kashmir's Ramban district on Tuesday morning. Four individuals lost their lives in this unfortunate incident, which included two sets of siblings. J&K Traffic Police later issued an advisory stating that confirmation from the Traffic Control Unit was advisable before moving on the highway.

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https://ift.tt/u54M16y reform Bills: Oppn members in House panel raise flag over 'distorted' minutes

Opposition members in the parliamentary standing committee of the ministry of home affairs have raised concerns that the minutes of meetings regarding legal reforms are being distorted. The committee is discussing three bills that will replace existing laws. Opposition members are demanding more scrutiny and debate on the bills and have requested the participation of "proper experts" in the deliberations.

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https://ift.tt/wWFEz60 India and Vietnam, Biden looks past differences on Russia and embraces imperfect partners

On Monday, President Joe Biden concluded a five-day whirlwind of diplomacy in Vietnam and India, emphasizing the importance of these imperfect but essential partners for global stability in the future. Biden appears to have become more willing to look past differences with complicated allies that he badly needs to keep close for the sake of stability in the Indo-Pacific, Middle East and beyond.

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https://ift.tt/TDvi3Ep Samaj school reopens after 33 years in Srinagar

The Arya Samaj Trust recently reopened a school in downtown Srinagar that had remained closed for 33 years since the outbreak of separatist militancy in Jammu and Kashmir in 1990. The school was later reclaimed by J&K unit Arya Samaj Trust chairman Arun Choudhary, along with the help of a local businessman.

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https://ift.tt/qET8fdO Board chief spells out ‘panch prans’ for employees

Jaya Varma Sinha, the first woman chairperson of the Railway Board, has outlined five key priorities for all railway employees: safety, integrity, capacity augmentation, revenue generation, and customer amenities and experience. She also stressed the need for transparency and zero-tolerance towards misconduct. Furthermore, Sinha encouraged railway staff to focus on executing projects efficiently and increasing freight loading to make the railways self-sustaining.

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https://ift.tt/EDTdmIf will be arrested in next 10 days for child marriage: Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma

Sarma said he was waiting for the culmination of the G20 summit to start the second round of crackdown. "Just six months ago, 5,000 people were arrested for child marriages in Assam. It (crackdown) was kept on hold till the completion of the G20 summit. In the next 10 days, another 2,000 to 3,000 men will be arrested."

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https://ift.tt/y5o2AuY powers failed to 'Ukrainise' G20 agenda: Russian foreign minister

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov attributed the failure of Western powers to "Ukrainize" the G20 agenda to the united efforts of member nations from the Global South. He commended the declaration released by the bloc's leaders, which refrained from condemning Moscow for its conflict with Ukraine. He also described the G20 Summit under India's presidency as a "breakthrough" in many ways.

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https://ift.tt/CdTgwA7 you for doing it in a budget less than that of 'Interstellar': IMF chief to PM Modi on Chandrayaan-3 success

Several world leaders at the G20 Summit here congratulated PM Narendra Modi on the success of Chandrayaan-3, with IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva hailing India for achieving the feat "in a budget less than that of the movie Interstellar", according to sources.During various sessions and meetings of the G20, many world leaders showered praise on India for its lunar mission and also lauded the successful launch of Aditya L1, India's first space-based mission to study the Sun.

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