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Chief Justice Gavai Addresses Rs 6.85 Lakh Crore Case Backlog at ITAT: Calls for Comprehensive Judicial Reforms
Oct 09, 2025 03:52 pm CST
Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai has highlighted the critical issue of case backlogs in India's judicial system, revealing that disputes worth Rs 6.85 lakh crore remain pending before the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal. While commending ITAT for reducing pending cases from 85,000 to 24,000 over five years, Justice Gavai called for comprehensive reforms addressing appointments, technology, and case management to strengthen the tribunal's efficiency and credibility.
Operation Sindoor: How Indian Air Force's Symbolic Menu Celebrates Successful Counterterrorism Strikes in Pakistan
Oct 09, 2025 03:37 pm CST
The Indian Air Force's 93rd anniversary celebration featured a remarkable themed menu with dishes named after locations targeted during Operation Sindoor, a precision strike against terrorist camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. This symbolic culinary tribute highlights the IAF's successful counterterrorism operations that neutralized nine terrorist facilities in May following the Pahalgam attack in Jammu and Kashmir.
Police Take Swift Action Against Men Who Shared Instagram Reel Harassing Women in Maharashtra
Oct 09, 2025 03:33 pm CST
Two men from Shrirampur were detained after posting an Instagram video showing them deliberately harassing women in Loni, Maharashtra. Following their arrest, Shahid Hussain Shaikh and Saad Hasham Syed confessed to their misconduct and released a public apology video warning others against similar behavior. The incident highlights how authorities are taking immediate action against public harassment documented on social media.
Porsche Car Crashes into Divider on Mumbai's Western Express Highway, Driver Seriously Injured
Oct 09, 2025 03:31 pm CST
A high-speed Porsche collision on Mumbai's Western Express Highway near Gundawali Metro Station has left the driver seriously injured and the vehicle severely damaged. The late-night incident involved three luxury cars heading to Bandra for a birthday celebration, with police investigating whether alcohol was a factor in the crash.
Vijay's TVK Party Arranges Meeting with Karur Stampede Victims' Families Amid Ongoing Investigation
Oct 09, 2025 03:23 pm CST
South Indian actor Vijay's TVK party has identified venues in Karur to meet with families affected by the tragic stampede that claimed 41 lives at his political rally. As investigations continue with two party officials arrested, TVK has approached the Supreme Court seeking an independent inquiry while promising financial assistance to victims' families.
Family Feud Escalates: Pashupati Paras Vows to 'Crush' Nephew Chirag Paswan in Bihar Assembly Elections
Oct 09, 2025 03:19 pm CST
The political rivalry between uncle Pashupati Paras and nephew Chirag Paswan intensifies ahead of Bihar Assembly elections, with Paras' RLJP pledging to field candidates against all of Paswan's LJP nominees. This family feud, rooted in the power struggle following Ram Vilas Paswan's death, complicates alliance politics as the BJP-JDU coalition faces off against the opposition Mahagathbandhan in the November polls.
Supreme Court Rules Age Limits in Surrogacy Act Not Applicable to Pre-2021 Cases
Oct 09, 2025 03:14 pm CST
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that age restrictions under the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act of 2021 cannot be applied retrospectively to couples who had already begun the surrogacy process before the law came into effect. The landmark judgment protects the reproductive rights of couples who had frozen embryos prior to the legislation, recognizing their parental autonomy established under the previous legal framework.
Election Commission Warns Against AI Deepfakes in Bihar Elections: What Voters and Political Parties Need to Know
Oct 09, 2025 03:05 pm CST
The Election Commission of India has issued an important warning to political parties regarding the use of artificial intelligence in the upcoming Bihar assembly elections. The directive specifically targets the creation of deepfakes and manipulated media, requiring all AI-generated or synthetic campaign content to be clearly labeled. This measure aims to protect electoral integrity and prevent voter manipulation as Bihar prepares for its two-phase elections on November 6 and 11.
Class 10 Student Forced to Sit on Floor During Exam Over Unpaid School Fees: A Case of Educational Discrimination
Oct 09, 2025 02:58 pm CST
A Class 10 student in Maharashtra's Bhiwandi was humiliated by being made to sit on the floor during examinations due to unpaid school fees of Rs 1,300. This case highlights educational discrimination practices, with authorities now investigating the incident after the student's father filed a police complaint against the school administration.
Bihar Teacher Caught Without Train Ticket Accuses TTE of Harassment in Viral Video
Oct 09, 2025 02:45 pm CST
A viral video shows a confrontation between a Bihar government teacher and a train ticket examiner (TTE) after the teacher was caught traveling without a ticket in an AC coach. The footage captures the teacher accusing the TTE of harassment while the examiner maintains that the woman is attempting to avoid proper fare payment and has allegedly traveled without tickets previously. The incident has sparked debate online about accountability and appropriate conduct of government employees.