NEW DELHI: BJP cited ex-PM Manmohan Singh‘s anguished remarks that he would “commit suicide” after then chief election commissioner S Y Quraishi conveyed the poll watchdog’s pain at loose comments of his ministers as proof of Congress‘s habit of attacking the institution, as it alleged that the party’s playbook had remained unchanged even in opposition.“When…
NEW DELHI: Virtually taking over supervision of the ongoing investigations into Ayodhya Ram mandir donation embezzlement controversy, Supreme Court on Monday asked the UP govt-constituted Special Investigation Team to submit its probe status report within a week.A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana entertained four PILs which have…
Sam Neill passes away at 78: Inside his marriage to Noriko Watanabe, relationship with Lisa Harrow, four children and grandchildren Legendary New Zealand actor Sam Neill, best known for playing Dr. Alan Grant in Jurassic Park, has died at the age of 78.His family confirmed the news in a statement, describing his passing as “sudden…
The government told the Supreme Court it is agreeable to introduce “comprehensive sex education” in schools/colleges NEW DELHI: The long-standing taboo around sex education is finally set to end in India, with the subject poised to become a formal part of school curriculum.The government on Monday told the Supreme Court it is agreeable to introduce…
Outlining India’s approach to global governance, Jaishankar introduced the country’s SHANTI vision NEW DELHI: India on Monday officially launched its campaign for election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the 2028-29 term, with external affairs minister S Jaishankar highlighting the country’s peacekeeping record, development partnerships and commitment to a…
When Justin Trudeau said he does not read newspapers or watch the news. Justin Trudeau has lived his entire life under public scrutiny, yet he maintained his sense of detachment, and it is evident now more than ever as after his resignation as the Canadian Prime Minister, Trudeau stepped away from politics. Though he is…
File photo: Supreme Court of India NEW DELHI: Observing that the consequence of a person being declared a foreign national is huge and may lead to detention, deportation, separation from family and even possibly leave them stateless, Supreme Court Monday said determination of citizenship must be carried out through a “fair, lawful and reasonable” process…
Where is Kim Kardashian’s ex-husband Kris Humphries now? From a 72-day marriage to running fried chicken restaurants in Minnesota Kim Kardashian and Kris Humphries’ whirlwind romance and 72-day marriage dominated headlines in 2011. Their lavish wedding was watched by more than 10 million viewers and became one of the year’s biggest pop culture moments. But…
SRINAGAR: The Union Territory of Ladakh will now have a hill development council in all seven districts, govt announced Monday, stressing that the move was aimed at strengthening grassroots governance.Ladakh chief secretary Asish Kundra said at a presser in Leh that section 3(1) of the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC) Act already provides for…
‘The only wealth which you will keep forever is the wealth you have given away’ A wealthy Roman citizen walks through the crowded markets of the Subura. His pockets are heavy with silver coins as he buys expensive silks, rare spices, and the temporary loyalty of political allies. Centuries later, that citizen’s physical wealth has…