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Supreme Court Allows Centre to Reconsider Vodafone Idea's Rs 9,450 Crore AGR Dues
Oct 27, 2025 06:54 pm CST
The Supreme Court has granted relief to Vodafone Idea by allowing the Centre to reconsider AGR dues worth Rs 9,450 crore, noting the government's 49% stake in the company and potential impact on 20 crore consumers. The court clarified this falls within the government's policy domain, with Solicitor General Tushar Mehta highlighting the "huge change in circumstances" since the 2019 ruling.
Delhi Acid Attack Investigation Reveals Inconsistencies in Survivor's Account as Police Question Circumstances
Oct 27, 2025 06:29 pm CST
Delhi Police investigators have raised doubts about an alleged acid attack on a 20-year-old college student in northwest Delhi, citing suspicious circumstances and lack of evidence at the crime scene. While the student reported being attacked by a stalker and two associates near Lakshmibai College, suffering burns to her hands, authorities have found inconsistencies in her account. The case is further complicated by counter-allegations from the alleged attacker's wife against the survivor's father.
Delhi Murder Case: UPSC Aspirant Killed Over Private Videos by Live-in Partner and Ex-boyfriend
Oct 27, 2025 05:54 pm CST
A chilling murder conspiracy has been uncovered in Delhi where a 21-year-old woman and her ex-boyfriend plotted and executed the killing of her 32-year-old live-in partner, a UPSC aspirant, after he refused to delete private videos of her. The killers meticulously staged the crime as a fire accident using an LPG cylinder explosion, but were caught through CCTV footage and police investigation, leading to the arrest of all three conspirators.
Justice Surya Kant: First Haryana-Born Judge Set to Become 53rd Chief Justice of India
Oct 27, 2025 05:47 pm CST
Justice Surya Kant will make history as the first Chief Justice from Haryana when he takes oath on November 24, succeeding CJI BR Gavai. With a distinguished legal career spanning four decades, Justice Kant will serve as India's top judge until February 2027, bringing his extensive experience from the Punjab and Haryana High Court and landmark Supreme Court cases.
Kashmir Celebrates Music and Freedom: NDTV Good Times Concert Showcases Valley's Cultural Revival Despite Boycott Attempts
Oct 27, 2025 05:35 pm CST
NDTV Good Times' "Music and Freedom" concert in Kashmir featuring Sonu Nigam and local artists drew thousands despite boycott calls, showcasing the region's cultural revival and youth engagement. The successful event at Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre marks the beginning of a nationwide concert series with top Indian performers, demonstrating Kashmir's transition from conflict to confidence through music.
Supreme Court Declines Contempt Action Against Lawyer in Chief Justice Shoe-Throwing Incident
Oct 27, 2025 05:22 pm CST
The Supreme Court has refused to initiate contempt proceedings against Advocate Rakesh Kishore who attempted to throw a shoe at Chief Justice of India BR Gavai. While acknowledging the gravity of the incident, Justices Surya Kant and Joymala Bagchi respected CJI Gavai's decision to pardon Kishore. The Court will focus instead on developing guidelines for handling and reporting such incidents, expressing concern about the glorification of the attack in media and social platforms.
American YouTuber Faces Backlash After Filming Traditional Karnataka Cow Dung Festival: Cultural Controversy Explained
Oct 27, 2025 05:20 pm CST
An American YouTuber's controversial filming of Karnataka's traditional Gorehabba festival has sparked outrage across social media. Tyler Oliveira's videos showing the sacred cow dung throwing ritual during Diwali celebrations have been criticized for cultural insensitivity and misrepresenting the religious significance of this ancient purification ceremony. While the content creator defends his actions as non-racist documentation, many Indian viewers argue he deliberately portrayed their tradition as bizarre for Western entertainment.
Heroic Tourist Rescues Man From Raging Waters at Karnataka's Historic Vani Vilas Sagar Dam
Oct 27, 2025 05:12 pm CST
In a dramatic incident caught on camera at Karnataka's Vani Vilas Sagar dam, a brave tourist rescued a man being swept away by powerful currents after the reservoir's crest gate was opened. The rescue highlights water safety concerns at Karnataka's dams, where another recent incident at Markonahalli Dam resulted in multiple casualties during a picnic outing.
Justice Surya Kant: A Profile of India's 53rd Chief Justice and His Landmark Verdicts
Oct 27, 2025 05:12 pm CST
Justice Surya Kant, set to become India's 53rd Chief Justice on November 24, 2025, brings over two decades of judicial experience to the position. His distinguished career features landmark verdicts on Article 370 abrogation, electoral reforms, gender equality, and corruption cases. From his humble beginnings in Haryana to the apex court, Justice Kant's 15-month tenure as CJI will focus on addressing the Supreme Court's 90,000-case backlog while continuing his commitment to constitutional values and judicial reform.
Senior IAS Officer Arrested in Arunachal Pradesh Double Suicide Case Following Sexual Assault Allegations
Oct 27, 2025 05:08 pm CST
A senior Arunachal Pradesh government official, Talo Potom, has been arrested following allegations of sexual assault that led to two suicides. The case involves 19-year-old Gomchu Yekar, who accused Potom and another official of sexual abuse and blackmail in his suicide note. The scandal has sparked public protests and revealed claims of corruption among government officials.