A man cannot be held guilty for abetment of his wife's suicide within seven years of marriage unless there is cogent evidence of harassment or cruelty, the Supreme Court has said while acquitting a man charged with abetting the suicide of his wife three decades ago.
Section 113A of the Indian Evidence Act establishes the presumption of abetment by a husband and in-laws in cases where a woman's suicide occurs within seven years of marriage and she has been subjected to cruelty.
In this case, the man got married in 1992. The prosecution claimed that...
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
SWAYAM Plus Explained: How India's New Platform Aims To Boost Employability
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan unveiled the SWAYAM Plus platform on Tuesday. It is designed to offer programmes focused on enhancing employability and professional development through partnerships with prominent industry players like L&T, Microsoft, and Cisco.
Operated by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Madras, this platform aims to extend educational opportunities to both traditional students and working professionals, aligning with the provisions of the NEP 2020 for flexible entry and exit points in education.
By...
OnePlus Ace 3V Key Specifications Surface Again, Tipped to Get Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 SoC
OnePlus Ace 3V is expected to launch later this year. A few leaks have suggested some key specifications that the handset is likely to arrive with. An earlier leak claimed that the OnePlus Ace 3V could carry a Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 chipset. However, a new leak now suggests that the phone may get a new upcoming chipset...
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Jacob Rothschild, Key Member Of Family Bank Empire, Dies At 87
British financier Jacob Rothschild, a prominent member of the Rothschild banking empire and philanthropist, has died at the age of 87, his family announced Monday.
"Our father Jacob was a towering presence in many people's lives, a superbly accomplished financier, a champion of the arts and culture," said a family statement.
It noted he was also "a devoted public servant, a passionate supporter of charitable causes in Israel and Jewish culture, a keen environmentalist and much-loved friend, father and grandfather". The statement did not say when...
Nubia Flip 5G With Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC Debuts at MWC 2024: Price, Specifications
Nubia Flip 5G was announced as the first foldable smartphone from the ZTE owned brand at the Mobile World Congress 2024 (MWC) event in Barcelona on Tuesday (February 27). The clamshell foldable smartphone features a 6.9-inch foldable OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and runs on Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC. The Nubia Flip 5G carries a 4,310mAh battery supporting 33W fas.....
Monday, February 26, 2024
"Till I'm Alive": Himanta Sarma's "Child Marriage" Comment Leads To Walkout
The opposition Congress and AIUDF staged walkouts from the Assam Assembly on Monday, protesting the decision by the state Cabinet to repeal the Assam Muslim Marriages and Divorces Registration Act, 1935.
The AIUDF had moved an adjournment motion to discuss the cabinet decision, which was rejected by Speaker Biswajit Daimary.
The Congress maintained that amendments could have been made to the original bill without repealing it altogether.
The Assam Cabinet on Friday had approved the decision to repeal the Act in a bid to end the social menace of...
Sunday, February 25, 2024
Video: Goods Train Runs 70 Km Without Driver In Punjab, Causes Scare
A major accident was averted after a goods train ran on the tracks driverless for about 70 kilometres in Punjab today, triggering a scare.
Officials said the driver forgot to pull the hand break before getting off the train - that was on a halt at the Pathankot station - because of which it started moving on a sloppy track.
The goods train - carrying stones - crossed about five stations at a speed of 100 km per hour before it was stopped in Uchi Bassi. "The train was stopped after a Railway official placed wood blocks on the tracks to stop...
"Next MS Dhoni In Making": Gavaskar's Sensational Praise For Dhruv Jurel
Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar reserved massive praise for wicketkeeper Dhruv Jurel after the youngster scored a gritty 90 in the first innings of the 4th Test against England in Ranchi. Resuming from his overnight score of 30, Jurel added another 60 in the first session on day 3, and was only a couple of big hits away from scoring his maiden Test century. However, Tom Hartley clean bowled Jurel to deny him a century in just his second Test.
Gavaskar hailed Jurel for his "presence of mind", likening the youngster to legendary India captain...
"I Continue To Remain CEO": Byju Raveendran Day After Shareholders' Move
Amidst growing trouble in the edtech firm Byju's, company's CEO Byju Raveendran told employees that he continues to remain the chief executive officer of the company. On Saturday, Mr Raveendran wrote a letter to his employees denying media reports of him being ousted as the company's CEO and called the media reports “greatly exaggerated and highly inaccurate.”
The letter read, “I am writing to you as the CEO of our company. Contrary to what you may have read in the media, I continue to remain CEO, the management remains unchanged, and the board...
Video: Man Threatens Bureaucrat In Civil Dress After Overcharging, Detained
A video quickly gaining traction on social media shows a parking worker allegedly threatening an Indian Police Service officer in civil attire. The man insisted to the officer that he should follow the rules after charging Rs 60 for a Rs 53 parking ticket, saying 'Kayde Me Chalo.'
The video was shared on X by user Sachin Gupta with the caption, "IPS Abhishek Verma is the SP of Hapur district. Today, he arrived at Brajghat seated beside the driver in a private car. While the parking receipt showed Rs 53, Rs 60 were collected. The contractor's representative...
Saturday, February 24, 2024
Gavaskar 'Disappointed' With Root, Trolls England With Reverse Scoop Quip
Joe Root played a very uncharacteristic knock to what England cricket team has been used to playing in recent times. He shunned the Bazball approach with wickets falling at the other end, and took England to safety with a solid hundred on the first day of the 4th India vs England Test. On Day 2, Root remained unbeaten on 122 as India bowled out England for 353 in their first innings. Former England skipper Root scored 10 boundaries during his unconquered 274-ball innings.
Resuming at the overnight score of 302 for seven, Root and Ollie Robinson...
Friday, February 23, 2024
Opinion: Why BJP Should Not Ignore SP-Congress Alliance
Finally, the deal is done. Those who were predicting doom for the I.N.D.I.A alliance in Uttar Pradesh must be deeply disappointed. The Congress and the Samajwadi Party (SP), after much suspense, like a good one-day cricket match, have reached a decision on seat distribution. The Congress will contest 17 seats and the rest will be fought by the SP, along with smaller parties. The Congress has decided to give one more seat to the SP in Madhya Pradesh,...
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Why Was Bumrah Rested Despite Wanting To Play All ENG Tests? Report Says...
Indian cricket team fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah wanted to play all five Test matches against England in the ongoing series but was rested for the fourth game in Ranchi as part of workload management, according to a report by Hindustan Times. The report claimed that Bumrah was keen on playing all the games "influenced by the two eight-day breaks at the end of the second and fourth matches". However, with the T20 World Cup taking place in June this year, the team management decided to rest him for the match.
Bumrah was not the only pacer who was rested...
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Tipped to be Company's Thinnest Foldable Smartphone Yet
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 may be unveiled later this year alongside the Galaxy Z Flip 6. The phones have not yet been officially announced but leaked details about the foldables have surfaced online over the past few months. A new report now claims that the Galaxy Z Fold 6 could be the slimmest Samsung foldable handset yet...
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
"Never My Intention...": Vikrant Apologises For Old Lord Ram-Sita Cartoon Tweet
Actor Vikrant Massey has found himself in the centre of a controversy after an old tweet shared by the actor went viral on social media once again. The 2018 tweet, made in connection to the gangrape and murder of an eight-year-old girl in Jammu and Kashmir, also included a cartoon featuring Lord Ram and Goddess Sita. This has led to fresh outrage among social media users. Apologising for the same, Vikrant Massey, on Wednesday, said, “In context to one of my Tweets way back in 2018, I'd like to say a few words: It was never my...
Realme 12+ 5G India Launch Date Set for March 6; Confirmed to Feature 50-Megapixel Camera
Realme 12+ 5G India launch date was announced by the company on Wednesday. The handset will be the first phone with a 50-megapixel Sony LYT-600 sensor with optical image stabilisation in its price segment, according to the company. Here's everything you need to know about the Realme 12+ 5G...
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
With No Money In Account, Boys Find Jugaad At ATM To Buy Chai, Amuse The Internet
Our love for tea knows no bounds. There is something special about the tea you get at a street-side tea stall that is unmatched. But what if you are craving for a cup of chai but don't have money to buy it? India's reputation for finding "jugaad" in almost every task shines once again in a recent viral video. This time, two boys ingeniously solve the problem of enjoying a cup of tea despite having empty bank accounts. A video that's been going viral online shows two boys using their jugaad skills to have a cup of tea without any money. In the X...
Realme 12+ 5G Tipped to Launch in India on March 6, Realme 12 Said to Follow
Realme 12+ 5G is set to be unveiled in Malaysia later this month on February 29. A tipster has now suggested a date when the handset may be unveiled in the country. It is said to launch alongside another model, namely the Realme 12. The company has so far teased the design and some key features of the Realme 12+ 5G...
Monday, February 19, 2024
Prince William Announces Plans To Build Homes For Homeless On His Estate
Britain's Prince Willaim has announced plans to build on his own land to tackle homelessness. According to the BBC, this project will provide 24 homes on the Duchy of Cornwall land - a private estate which, as per the official site, funds the public, charitable and private activities of the Prince of Wales and his family. The construction of the homes will begin in September and the first homes are due to be completed in autumn 2025.
According to the official statement, the homes will be built in partnership with homelessness charity St Petrocs....
iQoo Z9 5G Spotted on Geekbench; May Get MediaTek Dimensity 7200 SoC
iQoo Z9 5G may launch in India soon. The purported phone has previously been spotted on the certification sites that have hinted at some key specifications of the handset. Earlier leaks have shown design renders of two rumoured iQoo Z9 models, tipped to be a base and an iQoo Z9x model...
Sunday, February 18, 2024
Hive Of Bees Turn Up Uninvited At Madhya Pradesh Wedding, 12 Injured
In a shocking incident in Madhya Pradesh, a swarm of bees disrupted a wedding ceremony, leaving several guests injured. The incident took place during a wedding celebration in Guna district, where a hive of bees positioned on the hotel's roof attacked attendees.
Eyewitnesses reported that the swarm descended upon the guests, stinging them relentlessly. Chaos ensued as people ran in panic, trying to escape the aggressive bees, show visuals from the site.
The hive on the roof of the Kasturi Garden Hotel, housing a large number of bees, sent the aggressive...
Japan's 'Naked Men' Festival Succumbs To Population Ageing
A steam of sweat rose as hundreds of naked men tussled over a bag of wooden talismans, performing a dramatic end to a thousand-year-old ritual in Japan that took place for the last time.
Their passionate chants of "jasso, joyasa" (meaning "evil, be gone") echoed through a ceder forest of the northern Japan's Iwate region, where the secluded Kokuseki Temple has decided to end the popular annual rite.
Organising the event, which draws hundreds of participants and thousands of tourists every year, has become a heavy burden for the ageing local faithful,...
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Here's Why Indian Players Are Sporting Black Armbands On Day 3 Of 3rd Test
Indian players wore black armbands in the memory of former captain Dattajirao Gaekwad on the third day of the ongoing third Test against England in Rajkot on Saturday. Dattajirao, who played 11 Tests for India between 1951 and 1962, died on February 13 after remaining hospitalised for 12 days. At 95, he was India's oldest living Test cricketer. Dattajirao was the father of former India batter and coach Aunshuman Gaekwad.
"Team India will be wearing black arm bands in memory of Dattajirao Gaekwad, former India captain and India's oldest Test cricketer...
Friday, February 16, 2024
Man With Rs 43 Lakh Package Seeks "Companies With Free Food". See Post
A man with a Rs 43.5 lakh per annum package shared an unusual inquiry on Grapevine that not only caught the attention of social media users but also the company's founder Saumil Tripathi. Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Mr Tripathi shared a screenshot of the man's post, in which inquired about companies that provide free food. He revealed that he was an active gym-going person with an annual salary of over Rs 43 Lakh and an experience of 4.5 years. He also stated that his monthly food cost was high and he was looking for companies who could sponsor...
UK Man Mixed His Own Sperm With Father's To Get Partner Pregnant
A man in England mixed his sperm with his father's to help get his partner pregnant as they couldn't afford IVF. According to The Guardian, the man has not been named for legal reasons, and is only identified as PQ in court documents. The outlet said that PQ and his partner JK had experienced fertility problems so he agreed to mix his sperm with his father's (RS), which was then injected into the woman. The arrangement, which the judge was informed had been "always intended" to be kept secret, led to the birth of a now five-year-old boy (named...
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Bali's Tourism Tax For Foreigners Comes Into Effect: Here's What To Know
Foreign tourists must now pay a $10 tax to enter Bali, one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. According to the BBC, the tourist tax, which was first announced last year, came into effect from Wednesday. The Indonesian government said that this move aims to preserve the culture and environment of the "Island of Gods". It applies to foreign tourists entering the province from abroad or other parts of the country. But domestic tourists, diplomatic visa holders and ASEAN nationals are exempted from the tax, officials said.
"This...
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Rohit Dismissed Twice In Nets As Local Bowler Uproots Middle Stump: Report
It has been a tough campaign for Rohit Sharma till now as the Indian cricket team skipper has struggled to score runs during the ongoing Test series against England. Rohit scored 24 and 39 in the first Test match where he got starts on both occasions but failed to convert them into big knocks. The numbers were worse in Visakhapatnam where he could manage to score 14 and 13 in the two innings. The India skipper has looked a bit hesitant in deciding how to approach his innings in Test cricket and according to a report by Indian Express, Rohit had...
Xiaomi 14 Ultra Colourways Tipped, Could Come in Glass, Leather, Titanium Options
Xiaomi 14 Ultra was earlier tipped to come in three RAM and storage variants — 12GB + 256GB, 16GB + 512GB, and 16GB + 1TB. Now, a Chinese tipster on Weibo jas claimed that the 16GB RAM + 1TB storage variant will be available in titanium, white and blue colour options. The white variant is said to have a leather back, whereas the blue variant could feature a glass ba.....
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
China's Maglev Train That "Levitates" Above Track Breaks Own Speed Record
The China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC) has claimed that its new magnetically levitated (maglev) train has surpassed its previous record of 623 kilometres per hour (387miles per hour) during tests in a low-vacuum tube just 2 km long. According to the South China Morning Post, while the exact speed reached by the train remains classified, the CASIC said that it had made "a significant breakthrough" with its latest test. It also added that it was the first time the ultra-fast hyperloop train achieved stable levitation while...
Vivo V30 Pro Key Specifications Leak; Tipped to Get 50-Megapixel Triple Rear Camera Unit
Vivo V30 Pro may arrive in the Indian market soon. It is expected to join the Vivo V30 and Vivo V30 Lite. The purported top-of-the-line model is likely to be a rebadged version of the Vivo S18 Pro. A new leak has listed a few key specifications of the rumoured Vivo V30 Pro...
Monday, February 12, 2024
Paytm Director Manju Agarwal Resigns Amid RBI Clampdown On Payments Bank
Financial technology company Paytm on Monday confirmed media reports of an independent director at its banking arm having resigned.
Manju Agarwal resigned from the board of Paytm Payments Bank on February 1 due to personal commitments, the company said in an exchange filing.
The payments firm on Friday said it would form an advisory committee on compliance and regulatory matters, a week after Reserve Bank of India (RBI) ordered Paytm Payments Bank to wind down most of its operations.
(Except for the headline, this story has not been edited...
OnePlus Ace 3 Pro Tipped to Come With Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC, 24GB RAM, and More
OnePlus Ace 3 Pro is reportedly making its way to the market soon as a possible successor. Ahead of any official confirmation from OnePlus, a Chinese tipster has leaked the key specifications of the next Ace series handset. The upcoming OnePlus Ace 3 Pro is said to run on Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 SoC. It could pack 24GB of RAM and 1TB of storage...
Sunday, February 11, 2024
U19 World Cup Final Live: India, Australia And Another Battle For Title
IND vs AUS, Under-19 World Cup Final, Live Updates: The highly anticipated moment is here as India square off against Australia in the final of the ongoing Under-19 World Cup on Sunday in Benoni, South Africa. It will be the ninth appearance for India in the summit clash of the event. Out of the eight matches played so far, the side won five and lost three. Notably, India is the most successful team in the history of the tournament. Australia, with three titles, is the second-best team on the list. (Live Scorecard)
Here are the Live Updates...
This Ayodhya Bank Has No Cash, Has Unique Requirement To Open Account
There is a unique bank here where money does not matter and the only return its 35,000 account-holders get is peace of mind, faith and spirituality! Catching the attention of devotees and tourists visiting the newly constructed Ram temple is "International Shree Sitaram Bank". The deposits here are booklets with "Sitaram" scribbled on all pages.
The spiritual bank, which was set up in November 1970 by Mahant Nritya Gopal Das, the chief of the Shri Ramjanmabhoomi Teertha Kshetra Trust, has over 35,000 account-holders in India and abroad including...
R Ashwin Reacts As Jasprit Bumrah Replaces Him As No. 1 Test Bowler
Indian spin veteran Ravichandran Ashwin hailed speedster Jasprit Bumrah for his performance during the second Test against England, saying that the real "show stealer" in the match was "Boomball". England had taken a 1-0 lead by beating India by 28 runs in the first Test at Hyderabad, but Bumrah's 'Boomball', his pin-point yorkers and his ability to put batters under pressure put England's highly-attacking, positive and result-oriented "Bazball" approach in check during the second Test at Visakhapatnam, which India won by 106 runs. Bumrah was given...
Who Is Jack Sweeney, The Jet Tracker Who Angers Taylor Swift, Elon Musk
Pop sensation Taylor Swift's attorneys have threatened legal action against Jack Sweeney, a student who tracks private jets of celebrities, including that of the Blank Space hitmaker.
As per a report by The Guardian, Ms Swift's lawyers have sent a cease-and-desist letter to Mr Sweeney.
Back in December last year, Taylor Swift's attorney accused Mr Sweeney of engaging in "stalking and harassing behaviours" over his tracking of the American singer's jet activity.
The report quoted attorney Katie Wright Morrone's letter as saying, “While...
Saturday, February 10, 2024
'India Don't Miss Bumrah': Dale Steyn's Blockbuster Take On India Star
Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah led India's charge with the ball in the second Test against England, taking a combined nine wickets as the hosts levelled the five-match series. Bumrah sparked an England batting collapse in the first innings, claiming first innings to hand India a healthy lead. In the second innings, he struck three more times on a non-responsive pitch as India wrapped up the proceedings inside four days. Bumrah's brilliance saw him become the first Indian pacer to reach the pinnacle of the Test rankings.
With the third Test set to begin...
Friday, February 9, 2024
Video: Woman Abruptly Opened Cab Door On Busy Road. This Happened Next
A shocking video shared on X (formerly Twitter) serves as a perfect reminder of why it's so important to look before opening the door of your car in the middle of the road. The clip, shared by X user @3rdEyeDude, showed a woman abruptly opening the door of a car on a busy road and an autorickshaw crashing into it. The incident took place in Karnataka on Wednesday afternoon. It was captured on the dashboard camera of another vehicle.
The clip showed a woman abruptly opening the door of a cab in the middle of traffic, causing an incoming autorickshaw...
Vivo V30 Pro Spotted on Bluetooth SIG Site, Expected to Launch Soon
Vivo V30 was unveiled earlier this month, joining the Vivo V30 Lite model which was launched in December 2023. The Vivo V30 Pro has now been spotted on a certification site. The base model of the series launched as a remodelled version of the Vivo S18. Therefore, the Pro model of the series is expected to be a rebadged Vivo 18 Pro...
Thursday, February 8, 2024
EasyJet Flight Came Close To Crashing Into Swiss Lake, Probe Finds
An investigation has been ordered after an EasyJet flight descended well below the glide path while approaching Geneva airport. According to Edinburgh News, the flight was on its way to Switzerland from Edinburgh. An interim report by Swiss investigators said that the plane dropped to a dangerously low altitude, nearly crashing into Lake Geneva, the outlet further said. The plane had 157 passengers on board and was just 750 feet above the surface of the water while still 7.5 miles (12 kilometres) from the runway.
The incident took place in November...
Wednesday, February 7, 2024
''Would Retail In Mumbai For... '': Capitalmind CEO On Amazon Foldable Home
A TikTok user in the United States recently bought a foldable house on Amazon worth $26,000 (Rs 21.3 lakh), following which videos of such homes have been cropping up on social media. Notably, several people in the US have been buying such tiny homes online, as an alternative to rising rents and sky-high house deposits.
The new-age homes have sparked a debate on social media, with some people calling it a ''waste of money'', while others loved the idea of purchasing it. One X user called it a ''glorified shipping container.'' On Tuesday, Capitalmind...
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Hyundai Said To Be Considering One Of India's Biggest Ever IPOs
Hyundai Motor Co. is considering an initial public offering for its India unit that may raise about $2.5 billion, according to people familiar with the matter, potentially making it one of the biggest listings ever in the South Asian country.
Hyundai has held talks with international banks about the possible IPO, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing confidential information. The company may reach out to domestic advisers for pitches soon, one of the people said. A listing may value the Indian unit at $25 billion, the people...
