India’s Electoral Roll Is Dynamic, Voter Turnout Shows Trust
India’s electoral roll, which now covers nearly 95 crore voters, is a “living document” that is constantly evolving, Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar said on Friday, while highlighting the safeguards built into the country’s electoral process. Addressing the first-ever media conference organised by the Election Commission of India (ECI), Kumar said the preparation and updating […]
Rohit Sharma’s Future Sparks Social Media Buzz as Harsh Goenka Posts Cryptic Message
Mumbai, July 18: Industrialist Harsh Goenka joined the ongoing debate over Rohit Sharma’s ODI future with a cryptic post on social media on Saturday. His post comes at a time when reports have suggested that the Indian selection committee could be looking beyond the veteran opener after the ongoing ODI series against England. The Chairman […]
VIP Privileges for Ram Mandir Theft Suspect Spark Jail Controversy
Ayodhya Ram Temple Donation Theft Case: Neighbour Alleges VIP Treatment For Main Accused Tinnu Yadav In Jail | Ayodhya: A neighbour of Ramshankar alias Tinnu Yadav, the main accused in the alleged Ram Mandir donation theft case, has claimed that the accused is receiving VIP treatment inside Faizabad district jail, an allegation rejected by the […]
Wildfire Smoke Threatens 2026 World Cup Final Amid US-Canada Tensions
US officials said the FIFA World Cup final could be delayed if wildfire smoke from Canada creates unsafe air quality | File Photo New Jersey, July 18, 2026: The United States ambassador to Canada has warned that US President Donald Trump may seek to postpone the FIFA World Cup final scheduled for Sunday if smoke […]
India’s Gig Workforce to Reach 21 Million by 2030
A Redseer report projects India’s gig internet workforce could expand to as many as 21 million by 2030 | AI Generated Representational Image New Delhi, July 18, 2026: India’s monthly active gig internet workforce is expected to grow from more than six million at present to between 17 million and 21 million by 2030, according […]
India to Address US Visa Changes Affecting Students and Professionals
India said it will engage with the US to minimise difficulties faced by students and other visa holders following new immigration rules | AI Generated Representational Image New Delhi, July 18, 2026: India has said it will engage with the United States whenever necessary to reduce difficulties faced by Indian nationals after Washington introduced changes […]
Kerala Schools Declare Holiday for FIFA Final After Penalty Challenge
As football fever grips Kerala ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, several schools in the state have announced a holiday on Monday, allowing students to stay up and watch the title clash, which kicks off late Sunday night (IST). The announcements, shared through school assemblies and social media, have quickly gone viral, reflecting […]
Protest Rights Protected as Court Quashes Farmer’s Case
The Madras High Court has quashed criminal proceedings against an agriculturist who took part in a hunger strike demanding the withdrawal of criminal cases against the founder of a farmers’ association. The court observed that peaceful protests are a hallmark of democracy and are protected under the Constitution, provided they do not cause public inconvenience […]
Swear Words Not Obscenity, Supreme Court Rules; Maintains Assault Conviction
Mere Swear Words Not Obscenity, Rules Supreme Court; Upholds Grievous Hurt Conviction | The Supreme Court has clarified that using abusive language, swear words or vulgar expletives, however offensive or uncivil, does not by itself amount to the offence of obscenity under Section 294(b) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The Court held that obscenity […]
Inspiring Biopic ‘Srikanth’ Wins Best Hindi Feature at 72nd National Film Awards
The winners of the 72nd National Film Awards were announced by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting at the National Media Centre in New Delhi on Friday, with Srikanth – Aa Raha Hai Sabki Aankhein Kholne emerging as the recipient of the Best Hindi Feature Film award. The honours recognise excellence in films certified during […]