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China releases American pastor sentenced to life term jail

China has released from jail David Lin, an American pastor, who had been sentenced to a life term in 2006.

Germany imposes new border restrictions to curb migration

BERLIN Germany has introduced new border controls, effective Monday, as part of a move to tighten migration rules.

No place for political violence in US, says Biden after 'assassination' attempt on Trump

Following an alleged assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump, President Joe Biden expressed relief that his predecessor was unharmed and asserted that there is no place for political violence or any violence in the country.

UAE sends 50 tonnes of food for flood victims in Nigeria

As part of the UAE's ongoing humanitarian efforts to support nations in need around the world, the country has dispatched an aircraft carrying 50 tonnes of food supplies to the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Bangladesh: Two journalists allegedly linked to ex-PM Hasina held by police

Bangladesh police have detained two senior journalists from an area near the India-Bangladesh border in northern Mymensingh, a senior police official said on Monday.

Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf goes all-out to block controversial constitutional amendment

The Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) had a hectic day on Sunday following the February 8 elections, working vigorously to prevent the government from passing a controversial constitutional amendment, Dawn reported.

Philippines ship in disputed South China Sea returns home after 5 months

A Philippines coast guard ship anchored in the disputed South China Sea has been withdrawn, officials in Manila said according to local media.

Japan's Uyghur lawmaker calls for action against China's human rights abuses

Arfiya Eri, Japan's first Uyghur heritage lawmaker, is advocating for Tokyo to take a more assertive stance against China's human rights abuses and a stronger defence posture against Beijing's increasing military assertiveness in the IndoPacific region, Nikkei Asia reported.

Shanghai hit by strongest typhoon in decades

China's Shanghai province faced severe disruptions Monday morning as Typhoon Bebinca, the strongest storm to directly hit the city in over seven decades, leading to widespread shutdowns, CNN reported.

CHINA'S SECURITY CHIEF CALLS FOR 'RESOLUTE CRACKDOWN' AGAINST SEPARATISTS IN TIBET

China's top security official visited Tibet last week and instructed the local authorities to step up a crackdown against separatists in the backdrop of the US stepping up its support for the region by passing a new law pressing Beijing to hold talks with the Dalai Lama.

Madras High Court suo motu impleads Ministry of Health and Family Welfare: Rampant use of 'Cool Lip' tobacco products by school kids

The Madras High court in the case Aunestraja v The State of Tamil Nadu and Others observed and has impleaded the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the Secretary to Government, School Education Department and the Commissioner of Food Safety and Drug Administration in Tamil Nadu in a petition filed dealing with rampant use of cool lip tobacco products amongst school kids in the State.

Section 31 Specific Relief Act: Not mandatory for third party, against whom a sale deed is void, to seek its cancellation, observes S

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Madras High Court: Juveniles treated too leniently in this country, Legislature has still not learnt any lessons from horrors of Nirbhaya'

The Madras High Court in the case Rishabh Atle Minor Through Next Friend (Father) Jaikishan Atle Versus The State Of Madhya Pradesh, while upholding the conviction of a juvenile for rape of a fouryear-old girl lamented the 'lenient' laws in the country so far as juvenile offenders are concerned.

Delhi High Court: Income Tax Refund cannot be denied to taxpayer for discrepancy in Form 26AS filed

The Delhi High Court in the case Hari Kishan Sharma vs.

ALLAHABAD HIGH COURT SEEKS UP GOVT'S REPLY OVER DEMOLITION OF A HOUSE 'WITHOUT FOLLOWING PROCEDURE OF LAW

The Allahabad High Court in the case Sunil Kumar vs.

KEJRIWAL TO QUIT, PUTS BJP, CONGRESS BACKFOOT ON

By declaring that he shall quit his position as the Delhi Chief Minister, the Aam Aadmi Party boss, Arvind Kejriwal has precipitated the political churning in the national capital.

One world, one humanity, Bharat's bridge to peace

The 2024 Theme for the International Day of Peace is 'Cultivating a Culture of Peace'.

FROM R.G. KAR TO A NATIONAL MOVEMENT: WHY 'SAFETY IN WORKPLACE' MUST BE OUR NEXT BATTLE

As we all know by now, the recent A rape case at Kolkata's R.G. Kar Medical College has reignited the demand for a special law or new legislation to protect female staff in hospitals.

Man dies after falling into open drain in Bhajanpura

A 32-year-old man drowned after falling into an open drain in northeast Delhi, police said on Monday.

CM STEPS DOWN AFTER RELEASE FROM JAIL, SEEKS PUBLIC MANDATE ON HONESTY'

The Aam Aadmi Party, led by Arvind Kejriwal, is framing the upcoming Delhi Assembly election as a referendum on honesty, with Kejriwal seeking a third consecutive term as Chief Minister.

FM to launch NPS Vatsalya scheme for parents to save for children's future

Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman will introduce the NPS Vatsalya scheme, as announced in the Union Budget 2024-25, the Ministry of Finance confirmed on Monday.

Torrent Power commits investment of Rs 64,000 cr in renewable energy projects

Torrent Power Limited, the integrated power utility of Torrent Group on Monday committed an investment of over Rs 64,000 crore in renewable energy projects at 'RE-Invest 2024' in Gandhinagar.

The Art of Living, Ministry of Defence team up to empower ex-servicemen

In the presence of world renowned humanitarian and spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, between The Art of Living and the Director General Resettlement, Ex-Servicemen Department, Ministry of Defence, Government of India.

'NEW STAR OF INDIA'S MARINE INFRASTRUCTURE'

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasizes India's expanding presence in the global supply chain during the inauguration of the Tuticorin International Terminal

RBI Deputy Governor advocates for sustainable agriculture funding

RBI Deputy Governor Swaminathan J addressed the need for promoting sustainable agriculture and ensuring adequate funding for it at a recent conference in Pune.

Man drowns while fishing in southwest Delhi

A 32-year-old man drowned when he went fishing with his acquaintances in a wetland in southwest Delhi, police said on Monday.

Two juveniles held for killing a man in mobile snatching bid in northeast Delhi

Two juveniles allegedly stabbed to death a 32-year-old man in a bid to snatch his mobile phone in northeast Delhi, police said on Monday.

Gym owner murder: Two more accused arrested, hunt continues

Two more persons were arrested in connection with the murder of a gym co-owner in south Delhi's Greater Kailash area, police said on Monday.

Teenager held for killing landlord's 2 sons over Rs 4 lakh 'security money' dispute

A 17-year-old boy was held for allegedly shooting dead his landlord's two sons for pressuring the family to vacate the property in Shahdara here without returning their Rs 4 lakh given under a deal, officials said on Monday.

Delhi endures heat with rain forecast for coming days

Delhi experienced intense heat throughout Monday, with the sun beating down on the capital from the early morning.