Allahabad High Court on 26th of February dismissed Muslim side’s plea. Harishankar Jain, a lawyer representing the Hindu side, welcomed the recent Allahabad High Court's order to allow Hindu prayers in a cellar of the Gyanvapi mosque. This is a big win for Hindu side in Gyanvapi case. The plea challenged the order permitting Hindu parties to offer puja in ‘Vyas Tehkhana’ of Gyanvapi Complex. The High Court’s decision will allow Hindus to continue the puja in ‘Vyas Tehkhana’ of Gyanvapi Complex. Notably, the complex has 4 ‘Tahkhanas’ in the basement, of which one is still in possession of the Vyas family.
26 February,2024 04:34 PM IST
The candidates of the UP Police constable exam danced in joy as the exam was cancelled by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. Hundreds of candidates danced, celebrated in Lucknow. Some even thanked Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for cancelling the exam. Some of the candidates were protesting at Eco Garden after reports of paper leak. On February 24, CM Yogi took to X and informed about the exam cancellation.
24 February,2024 06:27 PM IST
As Israel-Hamas conflict entered Day 20, the Israeli troops on October 26 entered northern Gaza, according to IDF. Israel Defense Forces said in preparation for the next stages of combat, they launched operation in Northern Gaza. Israeli forces struck numerous Hamas’ terrorist cells, infrastructure and anti-tank missile launch posts. However, Israeli forces exited the Gaza Strip and returned to their territory after quick-fire. Israel has carried out intense bombardment in Gaza following the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7 that killed some 1,400 people. In its continued strike against Hamas, IDF has killed several top commanders and has destroyed various infrastructure.
26 October,2023 03:02 PM IST
Israel on attacking spree; after Hamas, watch how IDF destroyed two Hezbollah cells in Lebanon. The Israeli Defense Forces are continuously attacking various terror hideouts of Hezbollah and Hamas. In the early hours of Oct 23, Israeli aircraft pounded two Hezbollah cells in Lebanon. The Israeli military said that they were planning to launch anti-tank missiles and rockets towards Israel. Without providing details, Hezbollah said that one of its “fighters” was also killed, as per Reuters’ report. Since Hamas’ “surprise” attack on Oct 07, Israel and Hezbollah have been trading fire at the frontier. It is the worst escalation along the Israeli-Lebanese border since 2006 war between Hezbollah and Israel. IDF’s Spokesperson Jonathan Conricus has also said that Hezbollah is dragging Lebanon into a war. Thousands of people have lost their lives since the war between Hamas and Israel began on Oct 07.
23 October,2023 04:06 PM IST | Mumbai
Raids at different premises allegedly linked to NewsClick are underway at over 30 locations by Delhi Police. NewsClick journalists were seen with Delhi Police Special Cell officials. However, no arrest has been made as of now. Documents and electronics belonging to the persons associated with NewsClick were seized. Delhi High Court, on Aug 22, issued notice to NewsClick's Editor-in-Chief Prabir Purkayastha on a plea filed by Delhi Police's EOW. According to the FIR, a case was registered under UAPA and other IPC sections and an investigation was launched. During the probe, the sleuths gathered evidence indicating criminal acts. FIR states that accused persons, in conspiracy with their accomplices based abroad, devised a deceitful scheme to obtain, and receive funds. As per the same FIR, these funds were used to undertake activities as per instructions received from their foreign-based benefactors. Earlier, ED also moved the Delhi High Court against NewsClick and its editor-in-chief through a fresh application. ED’s application stated that it was a case of grave criminal conspiracy for paid news. Mumbai Police officials reached activist Teesta Setalvad's residence in the same matter. Union I&B Minister Anurag Thakur reacted to the same and said, “search agencies are free to carry out investigations against wrongdoers”.
03 October,2023 02:02 PM IST | Mumbai
In a massive crackdown by the Police against narco-terrorism in the Baramulla district of North Kashmir, a huge consignment has been busted by the police. The crackdown has happened at various locations in recent days from Uri along the Line of Control (LoC) to other parts of Baramulla district over the last few days. Pakistan-based handlers, as part of a conspiracy, are using smugglers to push narcotics into Jammu and Kashmir to get the younger generation addicted to drugs. Notably, 284 drug peddlers have been arrested and 34 notorious drug peddlers have been booked under Prevention of Illicit Traffic in Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, (PIT-NDPS Act). The dedicated teams deployed by the Baramulla Police consist of experienced officers and undercover agents who will discreetly gather intelligence on the drug mafia's operations, networks, and supply chains.
16 July,2023 04:15 PM IST
Independent Rajya Sabha MP and advocate Kapil Sibal said that the opposition must stand united to contest the 2024 election and bring down this government through electoral process. Earlier, JDU National President Lalan Singh and Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar Tejashwi Yadav had spoken at a press conference regarding the opposition meeting, which had been postponed for June 23. He informed that Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee, Uddhav Thackeray, NCP Chief Sharad Pawar, along with several leaders will be attending the meeting where the blueprint of the opposition for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections 2024 will be discussed.
10 June,2023 03:38 PM IST | Mumbai
In what is claimed to be India’s biggest drug haul in terms of monetary value, NCB seized drugs worth 15,000 crores off the Kochi coast. The seizure was part of ‘Operation Samudragupt’ targeting maritime drug trafficking. 134 sacks of suspected Methamphetamine were recovered from a ship. As per Deputy Director-General of Narcotics Control Bureau, Sanjay Kumar Singh, the source of the drugs is Pakistan. One person, suspected to be a Pakistan national, was arrested by the agencies and an investigation is on.
14 May,2023 01:30 PM IST
Sunday mid-day presents a stunning walkthrough video of Gorai, Mumbai's Mangrove Park, a new haven for nature enthusiasts to explore and discover the city's unique flora and fauna. With breathtaking views and educational programs, the park is sure to become a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. Join us on this virtual tour and discover the wonders of this beautiful park before its opening.
26 March,2023 03:19 PM IST
German CEOs double down on Indian growth story after meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 25. German CEOs eulogize the meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. All CEOs are a part of the delegation visiting India along with the German chancellor Olaf Scholz. Olaf Scholz is on a two-day visit to India from February 25-26.
26 February,2023 07:55 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
