SC exercised its suo motu power a record 10 times this year, addressing diverse issues, from a Calcutta HC judge’s contentious order to the rape-murder at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College. Despite numerous interventions, many cases remain unresolved. The SC also took independent action on issues like environmental conservation, judicial recruitment policies, and the...
Read MoreGovernment’s recruitment of 45 mid-level specialists through lateral entry has sparked political debate. Historically, experts like Manmohan Singh and V Krishnamurthy joined through similar routes. While recent hires focus on technology and environment, the initiative aims to address the lack of specialized expertise within the civil service, despite resistance from traditionalists.
Read MorePalmer Luckey, founder of Oculus, was fired by Facebook in 2016, shortly after it acquired Oculus for $2 billion. In a recent interview, Luckey explained his firing was due to his political donations.
Read MoreAce wrestler Vinesh Phogat might contest in the upcoming Haryana Assembly elections, despite previously stating she wouldn’t enter politics. Political parties are attempting to convince her. Her disqualification from the Paris Olympics due to being overweight prevented her from winning a gold medal.
Read MoreThe Justice Hema Committee report revealed disturbing compromises women face in the Malayalam film industry, including the ‘casting couch’ practice and gender pay disparities. Despite internal complaints committees being mandatory, they barely function. The report highlighted sexual harassment, lack of basic amenities, and threats silencing individuals from speaking out on such violations.
Read MoreVinesh Phogat’s husband, Somvir Rathee, publicly refuted claims that she received over Rs 16 crore in cash prizes after her disqualification from the Paris Olympics. He urged people not to spread false news, noting it harms social values. Vinesh recently faced disqualification for being overweight by 100 grams and filed an unsuccessful appeal with...
Read MoreKarun Nair turned back the clock in the most entertaining fashion for the Indian cricket fans on Monday with his unbeaten knock of 124 in just 48 balls for the Mysore Warriors against the Mangalore Dragons in the Maharaj Trophy T20 tournament at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. Warriors won the rain-shortened match...
Read MoreRooted to his grounded nature, Dhoni has always made himself available to his close friends and even the fans whenever he is approached for a selfie or an autograph despite keeping largely quiet in his private life with family after retiring from international cricket in 2020. He continues to play the IPL, but the...
Read MoreAmazon is considering launching a standalone app for Amazon Pay in India to enhance its usage and visibility. If implemented, the app would separate current payment features from Amazon’s main e-commerce app. Plans are still under discussion with the NPCI.
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