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A Mehsana court in Gujarat sentenced a man to a 2 years in jail for torturing his wife in a 17-year-long marriage and then divorcing her by saying triple talaq. The court, invoking the new law of 2019 brought by the Centre against the widely prevelant practice of triple talaq in Muslim community, imposed the […]
As the Ahmedabad CID makes headway into the human trafficking probe surrounding the plane incident in France, it has come to the fore that 66 people from Gujarat, who were on the plane to Nicaragua, had agreed to pay Rs 60-80 lakh to immigration agents to illegally cross into the US. The flight from Dubai […]
Truckers across India called off their strike after the government gave assurances of implementing the hit-and-run law after proper discussions with the stakeholders. The strike was initially triggered by the introduction of a new hit-and-run law under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which proposed harsher penalties for drivers involved in hit-and-run incidents, including up to 10 […]
The Gujarat government has issued a notification on a four-member panel that would be empowered to issue the wine and dine permits inside the GIFT City area, where prohobition has been lifted. The panel will be headed by the Additional Chief Secretary (Home). The committee will have the final authority to interpret the government’s order […]
The India Meteorological Department( IMD) has advised of an approaching cold surge in certain countries of North India, with night and day temperatures anticipated to drop between January 5 and 11. According to IMD Director General Dr. Mrutynjay Mohapatra, this could lead to cold surge conditions in central India, particularly in Madhya Pradesh, Northern corridor […]
Shinkansen bullet trains and highways resumed operations in Japan over 24 hours after the devastating earthquake hit the island country on January 1. Meanwhile, the death toll in the 7.5 magnitude quake reached 62 on Wednesday even as mammoth search operation for the trapped is still on. Authorities have also warned of landslides and heavy […]
Ahmedabad’s cybercrime branch arrested one Ejaz Khan Pathan, accused of duping numerous individuals by selling fake Aadhaar cards, voter ID cards, birth and death certificates, and even electricity bills. The Cybercrime police uncovered a stash of 100 forged documents, including two Aadhaar cards, 16 election cards, and 11 birth-death certificates. DCP Ajit Rajian said that […]
Despite stringent measures to enforce prohibition laws, New Year’s Eve celebrations across Gujarat were far from sober. A significant number of revelers stumbled into 2024, only to be apprehended by the police for offenses ranging from alcohol consumption to drunk driving. According to data collated from across the state, over 2,750 people were booked under […]
The Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court, while granting relief to a man convicted seven years ago, has said that following, abusing and pushing a woman can’t attract the offence of outraging the modesty under Section 354 of IPC. “The act of following and abusing the complainant may be annoying, but definitely would not shock […]
In a boost to the Gujarat tourism sector, at least 17 new luxury hotels and resorts are lined up for different locations in the state. Pegged at an investment of Rs 4,340-crore, the new properties will be set up in a span of five years. These hotels and resorts by national and international hospitality majors […]
The Ahmedabad CID probing the human smuggling angle in the France plane intercepting incident has reportedly made major headway in untangling the trafficking network. The Nicaragua-bound chartered flight was intercepted in France’s Vatry Airport, which had several Indian passengers flying to the south American country, in an alleged bid to sneak into the US through […]
Australia’s triumph in the recent ODI series against India wasn’t just about veteran brilliance; it was also a showcase for the exciting talents of young players like Phoebe Litchfield and Annabel Sutherland. These rising stars, both aged under 23, displayed remarkable composure and skill on the field, proving themselves worthy additions to the formidable Aussie […]
A powerful earthquake struck Japan on New Year’s Day, killing at least 48 people and injuring hundreds more. The magnitude 7.6 earthquake struck off the coast of Ishikawa Prefecture, causing widespread damage to buildings and infrastructure. The earthquake was felt across Japan and in neighboring South Korea. It triggered a tsunami warning for the Japanese […]
Confusion and anxiety gripped Pune’s petrol dealers as rumors of a potential strike by tanker drivers swirled, with no official confirmation forthcoming. The Pune Petrol Dealers Association president, Dhruv Ruparel, stated that despite widespread speculation on social media and video platforms, the association has not received any formal notification about the strike. Pune, with its […]
In a world marked by rapid technological advancements, the intersection of sustainability and emerging technologies has become a focal point for reshaping our daily lives. As we stand at the crossroads of progress, it’s crucial to explore how sustainable living practices can harmonize with the innovations that define our modern era. Embracing Sustainable Living in […]
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was roasted on social media after he said that the majority of foreign university students cannot bring their family members to the UK. According to the new rules, from January 2024, international students in the UK will no longer be able to bring dependents on their student visa, unless they […]
The idol of Lord Ram, sculpted by 40-yr-old Arun Yogiraj, a distinguished sculptor hailing from a lineage of five generations of renowned sculptors in Mysore, has been selected for installation in Ayodhya’s Ram Temple. Union minister Pralhad Joshi in a social media post said, “The selection of the idol for the Prana Pratishtapana of Lord […]
The European Union has agreed to allow another two countries, Bulgaria and Romania for passport-free movement within the bloc. There had been resistance from other member countries, despite both the coutries being EU members since 2007. Bulgaria and Romania did not fare well so far in EU ranking regarding corruption. There had been concernes about […]
After Monday’s 7.5-magnitude earthquake in Japan, which hit Ishikawa prefecture on the main island of Honshu, at least 155 aftershocks of varied intensities rocked the island country in the next 24 hours, causing at least 26 casualties, till latest reports. Monday’s quake triggered tsunami waves more than a metre high, toppled buildings, caused a major […]
A new provision of stringent punishment in hit-and-run cases brought by the government under the Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, has triggered nation-wide protests by truckers, who see the law as too harsh on drivers. A change in the colonial-era criminal laws means increase in jail term to drivers in hit-and-run cases for up to 10 […]
