After the Bishnoi gang claimed responsibility behind the firing at superstar Salman Khan's Mumbai residence, Rakhi Sawant, who shares a close rapport with the actor, came out in his support and pleaded for his life to be spared. In a video shared on social media, Rakhi, who has been a constant on the reality show 'Bigg Boss' was seen breaking down on camera. She said that Salman has helped her on multiple occasions financially. Watch the video for more.
16 April,2024 11:20 AM IST | Mumbai
As India-Maldives diplomatic tensions brewing, President Muizzu has made a ‘desperate’ attempt to boost tourism. Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu requested China to intensify efforts to send more tourists. This appeal comes in the wake of a diplomatic spat with India after Maldivian MPs’ derogatory remarks. During his 5-day visit, President Muizzu described China as the “closest” ally of Maldives. Muizzu also lauded China’s Belt & Road initiative projects which were initiated by President Jinping in 2014. Maldivian media reported that the two countries signed a $50 million project aimed at developing integrated tourism zone. As per Maldives Tourism Ministry, India remained the largest tourist market for the country in 2023. However, after the India-Maldives row, #boycottmaldives started trending on social media. Showing solidarity with India, travel company EaseMyTrip also cancelled flight bookings to Maldives from Jan 08.
10 January,2024 03:59 PM IST
The Court of First Instance of Qatar has passed a verdict of the death penalty for the eight former Indian naval officers who have been Imprisoned in Qatar since October 2022. These ex-officers were accused of allegedly spying on a submarine programme. India’s Ministry of External Affairs said it is "deeply shocked" by the verdict and now awaits the detailed judgement. Meanwhile, AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi called the matter “unfortunate” and urged PM Modi to bring ex-Indian Naval Officers back to India. The prominent also recalled the time when he had raised the issue in the parliament back in December 2022.
27 October,2023 12:21 PM IST | Mumbai
The Supreme Court on October 17, 2023, is pronouncing its judgment in a series of petitions seeking legal recognition of same-sex marriage. The Constitution Bench is headed by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud and the other four judges are Justices Sanjay Kishan Kaul, Justice S Ravindra Bhat, Justice Hima Kohli, and Justice PS Narasimha. Petitioners Harish Iyer, Akkai Padmashali, Amrita hope that they win and things get easier with this judegment.
17 October,2023 12:29 PM IST | Mumbai
Pakistani national, Seema Haider is under the lens of the UP ATS. Seema who is under the lens of security agencies, recently was grilled by UP ATS. I cannot go back to my hometown as death is waiting for me in Pakistan, said Seema Haider. “I have told the truth to the investigation agencies. I will have to say 100 lies to hide one lie, so I told the truth. I am India’s daughter-in-law, and this country’s law will serve justice. Pakistan is now a foreign land for me.I can’t go back to Pakistan, my death is waiting there for me. I request everyone to speak in my support and spread rumours about me,” said Seema. Recently, UP Police recovered 2 video cassettes, 4 mobile phones, 5 Pakistani passports, and 1 unused passport from Seema’s possession. Shocking revelations by UP Police raised eyebrows about Seema whether she is a true lover or Pak Spy.
21 July,2023 05:52 PM IST
Supreme Court on May 18 upheld Tamil Nadu law allowing bull-taming sport 'Jallikattu' in the State. Bull tamers and owners celebrated the Supreme Court verdict upholding the validity of the bull-taming sport. Tamil Nadu Law Minister S Regupathy termed the Supreme Court verdict as "historical". Court said that Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 2017, substantially minimises pain, suffering to animals. Supreme Court says 'Jallikattu' is a part of the cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu. The bench noted that Jallikattu has been going on for the last few centuries. The petitions were filed in the Supreme Court challenging the State laws. SC dismissed all the pleas challenging the validity of states’ laws allowing bull-taming sport Jallikattu. SC 5-judge bench disagrees with view in the 2014 judgment in Nagaraja that Jallikettu is not part of cultural heritage. Jallikattu is conducted during the Pongal festival as thanksgiving for a good harvest. Subsequent festivals are conducted in temples which shows that the event has great spiritual significance.
18 May,2023 05:10 PM IST | Mumbai
The Surat sessions court on Thursday rejected Rahul Gandhi's appeal seeking a stay and suspension of the lower court order which convicted him in the 2019 defamation case and sentenced him to two years in jail. The sessions court heard both sides on April 13 and reserved the verdict for April 20. Rahul Gandhi cannot be reinstated as a Member of Parliament for now. Rahul Gandhi had requested that his conviction be paused pending his appeal against a court order sentencing him to two years in jail.
20 April,2023 03:25 PM IST | Mumbai_d.jpg "‘Please Take Some Rest’, Mamata Banerjee To PM Modi After Mother’s Demise")
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on December 30 condoled the demise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s mother Heeraben. She urged PM Modi to take some rest. She said, “today it’s a sad day and a great loss to you. I pray to God, may God give you strength. I convey my gratitude to you that you were supposed to come to West Bengal but due to the demise of your mother, you couldn't come but joined virtually. Soon after performing the last rites of his mother in Ahmedabad, Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually flagged off the Vande Bharat Express train in West Bengal. Modi was scheduled to visit West Bengal on December 30 to inaugurate a host of development projects but due to the sudden demise of his mother, he attended the events virtually.
30 December,2022 06:51 PM IST | Mumbai
“Why Are You Encroaching On Others' Rights': Bombay High Court. The Bombay High Court questioned the Jain religious bodies, who were seeking a ban on advertising of non-vegetarian food items. Jain organizations and a businessman have filed a public interest lawsuit in the Bombay High Court to ban advertising of meat and meat products.
28 September,2022 07:39 PM IST | Mumbai
Amazon’s free video streaming service, is set to redefine love in the most unique manner with the Season 3 trailer of tentpole Dice Media’s series, Please Find Attached. Directed by Mandar Kurundkar, the heartwarming series brings back Ayush Mehra and Barkha Singh once again as the cute couple Shaurya and Sanya. While Seasons 1 and 2 showed how their relationship blossoms, Season 3 focuses on how they navigate their relationship and strive to strike the perfect work-life balance.
24 August,2022 02:19 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
