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Supreme Court acquits death row convict citing trial irregularities

NEW DELHI: In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court on Monday acquitted Ashok, a man convicted of rape and murder, citing serious lapses in his legal representation during the trial. The Bench, comprising Justices AS Oka, Ahsanuddin Amanullah, and Augustine George Masih, highlighted procedural violations, including inadequate cross-examination and non-compliance with Section 313 of the […]

Release of two cheetahs at Kuno on International Cheetah Day; 11 still in enclosures

NEW DELHI: In a significant development for India’s wildlife conservation efforts, Kuno National Park is set to release at least two cheetahs into the wild on International Cheetah Day, falling on Wednesday. The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has approved this momentous event. This release marks a key step in India’s ongoing efforts to reintroduce cheetahs to […]

NDMC launches key water infrastructure projects for Lutyens’ Delhi

NDMC Vice Chairman Kuljeet Singh Chahal announced the launch of several key infrastructure projects on Monday.

Farmers’ Protest: March to Delhi sparks security measures and traffic diversions

NEW DELHI: Farmers from multiple organizations have united to march toward Delhi, demanding fair compensation for acquired land and benefits under new agricultural laws. The protest has caused heightened security and widespread traffic diversions across Delhi-NCR. On December 2, 2024, several farmer groups came together to protest against government policies that they claim are detrimental to […]

Oxford study: Modi’s leadership, PRAGATI drive $201 bn in infrastructure projects across India

An Oxford University study has lauded Prime Minister Modi’s leadership and the innovative PRAGATI platform for accelerating 340 infrastructure projects across India, collectively worth $201 billion.