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Govt. asks SC to reconsider 20 names recommended for High Court judges
The government has asked the Supreme Court to reconsider 20 names recommended for appointment as High Court judges, including that of advocate Saurabh Kirpal.
‘Unhappiness’ over NJAC behind govt delay on Collegium recommendations: SC
The Supreme Court on November 28 linked the bitter failure of the National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) to the government’s willingness to “cross some Rubicons” and take on the judiciary by delaying Collegium recommendations.
SC reserves order on CBI appeals challenging bail to Nambi Narayanan case accused
The Supreme Court on November 28, 2022 reserved for orders a series of appeals filed by the CBI challenging anticipatory bail granted to former police officers accused of being part of a conspiracy to frame ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan in an espionage case in 1994.
Gujarat Assembly polls | Campaigning at its peak as State plays host to top leaders
AIADMK reveals its first candidate list for Tamil Nadu Assembly election, featuring familiar names and few surprises.
A study reveals antibiotic resistance causes 87% of India's typhoid economic burden, significantly impacting children and families.
How Dikshitar was inspired by Vaduvur Rama to come up with a composition in a raganga raga
Lok Sabha passes Finance Bill 2026 with amendments, completing its budgetary approval before Rajya Sabha's consideration.
Karnataka government to consult legal experts on pursuing action against Adani Group's ACC Ltd. over ₹850 crore in disputed dues.
The FCRA amendment bill aims to create an authority for managing NGO assets after license loss, addressing misuse of foreign funds.
Telangana Minister assures adequate petroleum stocks for three months, warns against illegal fuel carrying amid panic buying rumors.
TMC calls for the removal of Bhabanipur returning officer, citing alleged ties to BJP and concerns over neutrality.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan condemns UDF's misogynistic attacks on CPI(M) legislator U. Prathibha, highlighting political degeneration.
Selected from 9,400 submissions across 37 countries, the 100 photographs on display traverse intimate and political terrains. In MRC Nagar, photographer Swastik Pal captures life in the Sundarbans, where severe climate change has brought humans and wildlife into closer contact. Shane Hynan’s Beneath Beofhod reflects on Ireland’s boglands as sites of memory and restoration, while Mateo Trevisan’s More than the Sun examines the impact of coal-driven industrialisation in the Western Balkans.
Hyderabad officials assure sufficient fuel supply for 60 days, warn against misinformation and illegal sales amid panic buying.
Telangana MP urges Centre to expedite ₹1,270 crore dues transfer from Andhra Pradesh for financial fairness and development.
A Karnataka man was detained with ₹62.5 lakh in cash during election checks on NH 544, claiming it was from a property sale.