The Supreme Court made headlines by permitting a late-term abortion for a minor girl, ruling that her consent is non-negotiable in continuing any pregnancy. This came amid a high-stakes petition from a 17-year-old at 30 weeks gestation, who firmly opposed giving birth. Background reveals the girl conceived in a relationship before reaching adulthood, prompting scrutiny over the nature of the liaison. Yet, the court sidestepped assumptions of coercion, honing in on her current stance: she wants the pregnancy ended. ‘Courts cannot mandate a woman to bear a child if she does not wish to,’ the bench observed, weighing fetal rights…
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In a brazen act of intimidation, an anonymous email threatened to obliterate Ranchi’s Civil Court with explosives, prompting an unprecedented security lockdown. The threat, received early this morning, detailed plans to detonate a bomb within the premises, igniting immediate panic among those present. Law enforcement responded with lightning speed. Ranchi Police cordoned off the area, deploying barricades and restricting all access. The Jharkhand Jaguar bomb squad arrived equipped with state-of-the-art gear, launching a thorough sweep of the 10-acre court complex. Security personnel are interrogating witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage for clues. Every suspicious package or unattended object is being neutralized…
Panic spread through Radha Sky Garden Society in Greater Noida when a young woman shot herself using her lover’s official firearm. The 25-year-old victim, Priya, remains in critical condition after the self-inflicted wound late last night. Her partner, Delhi Police head constable Ashish, is under custody as investigators piece together the events. Sources reveal the pair shared a five-year romance, with Ashish separating from his wife and cohabiting with Priya for five months in the upscale society. Eyewitness accounts describe a lively gathering at their apartment turning chaotic. A phone call from Ashish’s ex-wife was picked up by Priya, sparking…
In a bold step to restore public trust, Bangladesh’s interim administration under Mohammad Yunus has decided to urge the United Nations for an impartial probe into the December 2025 murder of Islamist firebrand Sharif Usman Hadi. The announcement, shared via Press Secretary Shafiqul Alam’s social media, promises a formal proposal to the UN Human Rights office, signaling a commitment to transparency amid rising accusations of cover-ups. The decision follows a dramatic protest launched by Inkilab Mancha outside Jamuna House, the Chief Adviser’s residence in Dhaka. Kicking off Thursday evening, the vigil featured key figures like Abdullah Al Jabbar, Fatima Tasnim…
The Indian cricket team’s preparations for the T20 World Cup 2026 have hit a snag with Harshit Rana nursing a knee injury from the warm-up game against South Africa. Spotting him clutch his knee and hobble off after a solitary over at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium sparked immediate concerns. While skipper Suryakumar Yadav insists Rana remains in the squad for now, behind-the-scenes talks are buzzing about contingency plans. Insiders point to Mohammed Siraj as the top choice to fill the void, backed by his proven track record in 16 T20Is and his pivotal contributions to the 2024 World Cup…
West Delhi’s Janakpuri neighborhood is reeling from a fatal accident that claimed the life of 25-year-old Kamal Dhanyani. The young biker, heading home late from his Rohini workplace, fell into a deep excavation pit, his body found alongside his bike the following morning. Speaking to media, Kamal’s brother Karan lashed out at the authorities. ‘We hold the administration squarely responsible,’ he said. ‘No hoardings or warnings marked the dangerous spot. Police have offered condolences and support, but accountability is what we demand.’ Delhi Government Minister Ashish Sood conveyed his condolences during a site visit. Noting the area’s disruption from ongoing…
Indian equities wrapped up the week on a positive note following the RBI’s MPC meeting, with benchmark indices posting gains despite early jitters. The Sensex ended 266.47 points higher at 83,580.40, marking a 0.32 percent increase, as Nifty 50 settled 50.90 points up at 25,693.70, up 0.20 percent. The rally was spearheaded by fast-moving consumer goods and durables, where ITC delivered a stellar 5 percent jump and HUL rose 2.96 percent. Sectoral indices reflected this strength: Nifty FMCG soared 2.27 percent, consumer durables gained 0.96 percent, consumption 0.71 percent, realty 0.63 percent, private banks 0.63 percent, energy 0.61 percent, and…
The sudden vanishing of Odisha’s merchant navy cadet Sarthak Mahapatra has sparked widespread alarm, reaching the corridors of power where former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has demanded swift action from New Delhi. As the Leader of Opposition and BJD president, Patnaik labeled the case grave, pressing the Directorate General of Shipping and Foreign Ministry to ramp up rescue operations. Posting on X, Patnaik shared his anguish: ‘The disappearance of Cadet Sarthak Mahapatra from Odisha is extremely worrying. My sympathies are with the family. I urge DG Shipping and MEA to coordinate and intensify efforts to find him safely.’ Details emerged…
In a significant stride towards universal maternal and child health coverage, Gujarat has onboarded more than 514,000 new individuals into Anganwadi schemes via a three-month special campaign from November 2025 to January 2026. The effort targeted pregnant and breastfeeding mothers alongside young children, markedly boosting service penetration in underserved areas. Breakdown of the registrations highlights the focus on vulnerable groups: over 255,000 from tribal districts, 207,000 from villages, and 51,000 from cities. These enrollees gain access to vital supplementary feeding, health check-ups, and developmental assessments. Led by Women and Child Development Minister Manisha Vakil, the initiative relied on comprehensive micro-planning…
The month of festivals brings more than celebrations—it’s also peak season for ailments in North India. February’s mild cold, coupled with fluctuating temperatures, disrupts the body’s balance, inviting a host of infections. While sunny days lure us into lighter attire and icy refreshments, the evening chills and mountain breezes harbor pathogens. This perfect storm explains the rise in respiratory issues, fevers, and gastrointestinal bugs from February through March. Ancient wisdom from Ayurveda emphasizes fortifying immunity during this critical transition. Brew giloy stems with holy basil (tulsi) into a morning kadha; it’s a powerhouse against microbes, earning the title of divine…