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POSH case: SC considers mandating states or UTs to create online dashboards giving information of Internal Committees

The Supreme Court in the case Aureliano Fernandes Versus State Of Goa And Others observed in a matter concerning the implementation of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Work Place, Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal Act, 2013, POSH Act, indicated that it would direct all the States and Union Territories to prepare an online dashboard containing all the relevant information pertaining to the constitution and members of the Internal Committees, IC of the departments.

Bengaluru: Woman appeals on social media for help in finding missing husband

A woman in Karnataka's Bengaluru has taken to social media in a desperate attempt to find her husband, who has gone missing under mysterious circumstances.

UTTARAKHAND SIGNS MOU WITH BRITISH HIGH COMMISSION, INFOSYS SPRINGBOARD

The Uttarakhand Higher Education Department signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the British High Commission and the Infosys Springboard at the Uttarakhand CM's Pushkar Singh Dhami's residence on Wednesday to establish new dimensions for higher education in the state.

Nifty delivers over 2,000% return since its inception in 1996

As India celebrates its 78th Independence Day, the country’s stock markets stand as a testament to remarkable growth and resilience.

Next industrial revolution will be bio-economy driven: Jitendra Singh

The next industrial revolution will be bio-economy driven, Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh said on Wednesday emphasising the government’s commitment to the sector.

CAG PARTNERS WITH UZBEK COUNTERPART TO EXCHANGE AUDITING EXPERTISE

The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) in a step to wards fostering international cooperation signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Chamber of Accounts, Republic of Uzbekistan, in Tashkent.

HC orders removal of defamatory content on MP Vijaya Sai Reddy

The Delhi High Court has ordered several news channels and social media platforms, including Google, YouTube, and Meta, to remove content alleging an extramarital affair involving politician Vijaya Sai Reddy.

I-Day security prompts AAP to reschedule Sisodia's Padyatra to Aug 16

The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) has postponed the padyatra of former Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia due to security concerns surrounding Independence Day.

DELHI ALL SET FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY

Security personnel have been deployed in and around the Red Fort, and bomb disposal staff have been carrying out checking of the area.

'Har Ghar Tiranga' initiative spurs growth in women-led industry

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Har Ghar Tiranga ‘initiative, launched in 2022 as part of the ‘Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav,’ has not only fostered national unity and patriotism but also catalysed the emergence of a new women-led industry across India.

SELJA, BHAN CLASH AT AICC MEET IN DELHI

The Congress party’s struggle with internal discord in Haryana has reached a boiling point, exposing the leadership’s deepening crisis.

Former Union Minister files defamation case against Congress leader Shashi Tharoor

Former Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar has filed a criminal defamation complaint against Congress MP Shashi Tharoor from Thiruvananthapuram in a Delhi Court.

WAYANAD LANDSLIDES: BURST OF RAINFALL 10% HEAVIER DUE TO CLIMATE CHANGE, SAYS STUDY

The landslides that killed hundreds of people in Kerala's Wayanad were triggered by a burst of rainfall that was made about 10 per cent heavier by human-caused climate change, a study has found.

Indian Army takes out 'Tiranga Yatra' in Leh

Ahead of the 78th Independence Day, the Indian Army on Wednesday held a ‘Tiranga Yatra’ from Col. Rinchen’s Memorial to the Hall of Fame in Leh, Ladakh.

Rahul Gandhi hits out at Bengal govt over doctor's rape-murder

Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi took aim at West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over the sexual assault and death of a female trainee doctor at Kolkata’s hospital and said that the attempt is made to save the accused instead of providing justice to the victim raises serious questions on the hospital and the local administration.

CBI, FSL TEAMS ARRIVE AT RG KAR MEDICAL COLLEGE TO BEGIN PROBE

Teams from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) arrived at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on Wednesday to investigate the rape and murder of a female trainee doctor.

Captain martyred in J&K

In a fierce encounter in the Assar area of Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district, security forces have killed one terrorist and recovered weaponry, including one AK-47, one M4 carbine rifle, and three bags filled with arms and ammunition.

Bengal women to hit streets to 'reclaim the night'

At the stroke of the midnight hour, Calcutta's women plan to awaken to life and freedom. Their war cry - safety, justice and equality.

No medal for Vinesh Phogat; plea dismissed

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ad hoc division has dismissed the application filed by Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat for a silver medal in the women's 50kg event at the Paris Olympics on Wednesday.

'AFFIRMATIVE ACTION MUST BE STRENGTHENED'

President Droupadi Murmu: Tendencies which stoke discord based on perceived social hierarchies have to be rejected.

Haryana ex-CM Manohar Lal felicitates Manu Bhaker for historic double bronze

Former Haryana Chief Minister and Union Minister Manohar Lal felicitated star shooter Manu Bhaker here in the national capital on Tuesday.

'Want to inspire a new generation with our medal win': PR Sreejesh

Following his return to the country after guiding India to a Paris Olympics bronze medal, legendary Indian hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh said that the team wants to inspire a generation of future players to play the sport and win medals at the highest level for their nation.

INDIAN HOCKEY TEAM RECEIVES WARM WELCOME AT IGI AIRPORT

After winning the bronze medal at the Paris Olympics, the Indian Hockey Team received a warm welcome at the Delhi Airport on Tuesday.

'She will destroy our country if elected': Trump on Kamala

Republican Presidential nominee and former US President Donal Trump on Monday Night (local) had a freewheeling chat on Spaces with Chief of Tesla and X Elon Musk.

TRUMP HOPES TO GET ON WELL WITH PUTIN IF HE WINS PRESIDENTIAL POLLS

US Republican presidential nominee and former President Donald Trump said that he hopes to get on well with Russian President Vladimir Putin again if he wins the upcoming presidential elections, reported local media TASS.

India, Maldives renew MoU to train 1,000 civil service officers

India and Maldives have renewed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide capacity-building training to 1,000 Maldivian civil servants between 2024 and 2029, as announced during External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar’s visit to Male from August 9-11.

MINORITIES IN PAKISTAN ENCOUNTER SAFETY CHALLENGES

Minorities in Pakistan encounter numerous substantial challenges that affect their daily existence, safety, and prospects.

Supreme Court dismisses ED's plea against High Court order allowing NDTV to seek compounding of alleged FEMA violations

The Supreme Court in the case Directorate of Enforcement v. New Delhi Television Limited observed and has dismissed the petition filed by Directorate of Enforcement, ED challenging the order of Bombay High Court wherein the court allowed New Delhi Television, NDTV to pursue compounding proceedings which are initiated for alleged violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act, FEMA before the Reserve Bank of India, RBI.

Haryana CM slams Congress' 'Hisaab Maange Haryana' campaign

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Tuesday lambasted the opposition and said those asking for an account of our government should first explain why farmers, women, and the poor were exploited during their rule.

TMC MP FACES CRIMINAL CHARGES IN MONEY LAUNDERING CASE

The Directorate of Enforcement on Tuesday said that a special PMLA court in Ahmedabad has framed criminal charges against Saket Gokhale, a Rajya Sabha MP from Trinamool Congress (TMC), under the anti-money laundering law.