August 22, 2026
  • August 22, 2026

Supreme Court uses ‘special powers’ to grant 2nd wife pension

by on August 1, 2024 0

The Supreme Court of India invoked Article 142 of the Constitution to grant pension benefits to a second wife, despite her marriage occurring while the first wife was alive. The court acknowledged the woman’s long struggle and unique case specifics, thus deciding she should receive the family pension from January 1, 2010, onward.

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Who is Khaled Meshaal, tipped to be next Hamas chief ?

by on August 1, 2024 0

Khaled Meshaal is expected to lead Hamas after Ismail Haniyeh’s assassination. Meshaal, known for surviving a 1997 Israeli assassination attempt, has lived in exile promoting Hamas internationally. At 68, he faces the challenge of balancing Hamas’ militant goals with a pragmatic approach for Palestinian statehood. His previous stance on Syria complicates relations with Iran.

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Army, police bust terrorist hideout in J&K’s Rajouri

by on August 1, 2024 0

Indian Army and Jammu and Kashmir Police uncovered a terrorist hideout in Rajouri district’s Kalakote region, seizing an AK-47, ammunition, and magazines. The operation, initiated after reports of suspicious activity, was carried out by the Rashtriya Rifles Unit with local law enforcement and CRPF. Sources mentioned over 60 foreign terrorists are active in the...

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U’khand urges pilgrims to delay Chardham Yatra amid heavy rainfall warning

by on August 1, 2024 0

The Uttarakhand government issued a safety advisory for Chardham Yatra pilgrims due to heavy rainfall predictions. Officials recommended delaying trips and staying in safe areas. Recent incidents, including fatalities and injuries from a cloudburst in Tehri Garhwal and roof collapse in Haridwar, highlighted the advisory’s urgency. Authorities are focused on disaster relief and precautionary...

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