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Uttarakhand Eases Live-in Relationship Rules, Adds Flexibility Under Uniform Civil Code

Uttarakhand Eases Live-in Relationship Rules, Adds Flexibility Under Uniform Civil Code

Dehradun, October 18, 2025: The Uttarakhand government has submitted a 78-page affidavit to the High Court outlining key amendments to the state’s live-in relationship regulations under the Uniform Civil Code (UCC), introducing greater “flexibility” and safeguards for citizens.Filed on October 15 before a division bench comprising Chief Justice G. Narendra and Justice Subhash Upadhyay, the affidavit—presented by Advocate General S.N. Babulkar—details several procedural and privacy-related modifications to the existing framework.According to the document, Rule 380 of the Registrar’s Office has been amended to specify conditions where a live-in relationship cannot be registered. These include cases where partners are related within…
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Delhi Metro Revises Timings for Diwali; Early Services on Sunday, Shorter Hours on Monday

Delhi Metro Revises Timings for Diwali; Early Services on Sunday, Shorter Hours on Monday

New Delhi, October 18, 2025: The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has announced changes in metro train timings for Diwali, with extended morning operations on Sunday and early closure on Diwali night to facilitate smooth travel and ensure safety during celebrations.According to DMRC, metro services on the Pink, Magenta, and Grey Lines will start at 6 a.m. on Sunday, October 19, instead of the regular 7 a.m. Sunday schedule. The decision aims to handle the expected surge in commuters ahead of the festival.On Diwali day, Monday, October 20, the last trains from all terminal stations — including the Airport Express…
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Banke Bihari Temple Treasury Reopened After 54 Years on Dhanteras Amid Tight Security

Banke Bihari Temple Treasury Reopened After 54 Years on Dhanteras Amid Tight Security

Mathura (Uttar Pradesh), October 18, 2025: In a historic event coinciding with Dhanteras, the treasury of the famous Banke Bihari Temple in Mathura was opened on Saturday after 54 years. The reopening took place under strict court supervision and tight security arrangements.Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Pankaj Kumar Verma confirmed that only authorised officials were permitted inside the temple during the process. “All necessary arrangements have been made, and only authorised personnel are allowed within the premises,” he said.The decision follows a Supreme Court directive allowing access exclusively to members of a High-Powered Committee set up to oversee the proceedings. Mathura…
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Change in Beating Retreat timings at Attari: Ceremony will now begin at 5 pm, no customary greetings

Change in Beating Retreat timings at Attari: Ceremony will now begin at 5 pm, no customary greetings

National Times Bureau :- The timings of the Beating Retreat Ceremony, held at the India-Pakistan International Border in Attary has been changed in view of the onset of winter season. The ceremony will begin at 5 pm and will go on till 5:30 pm. The revised timings are effective immediately.  However, due to the security concerns, the India-Pakistan Border gates will remain closed and there will ne no customary greetings or ceremonies between the Border Security Forces (BSF) and Pakistani Rangers.  The BSF had suspended these traditional exchanges on April 24. However, the daily flag-lowering ceremony continues to be held…
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Supreme Court Constitutes Committee to Safeguard Rights of Transgender Persons in India

Supreme Court Constitutes Committee to Safeguard Rights of Transgender Persons in India

New Delhi, October 17, 2025: The Supreme Court on Friday formed a high-level committee and issued guidelines to protect the rights of transgender persons across India. The bench, led by Justice J B Pardiwala, stated that the committee will focus on equal opportunities, inclusive healthcare, and protection for gender non-conforming and gender-diverse individuals.The committee will be headed by former Delhi High Court judge Justice Asha Menon and include transgender activist Grace Banu, Akai Padmashali, CLPR Bengaluru member Gaurav Mandal, and Dr Sanjay Sharma from the Association for Transgender Health in India. Senior Advocate Jayna Kothari has been appointed as amicus…
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Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Launches Bihar Election Campaign, Rallies BJP Supporters Across Key Constituencies

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Launches Bihar Election Campaign, Rallies BJP Supporters Across Key Constituencies

Patna, October 17, 2025: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami kicked off his campaign for the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections on Friday, drawing massive crowds in Siwan, Goriakothi, and Warsaliganj. Dhami urged voters to support BJP candidates and promised accelerated development under the NDA alliance.On his first day, the CM attended nomination and blessing rallies for BJP candidates Aruna Devi (Warsaliganj, Nawada), Deveshkant Singh (Goriakothi), and Bihar Cabinet Minister Mangal Pandey (Siwan). Thousands of supporters lined the streets, showcasing Dhami’s strong appeal and nationwide popularity.In his address, Dhami praised the NDA government’s developmental initiatives and highlighted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s…
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CBSE Announces Practical Exam Schedule for Classes 10 & 12 for 2025–26 Session

CBSE Announces Practical Exam Schedule for Classes 10 & 12 for 2025–26 Session

New Delhi, October 17, 2025: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has released the official schedule for practical examinations for Classes 10 and 12 for the 2025–26 academic session, along with tentative dates for theory exams. Students can access the complete timetable on CBSE’s official portal, cbse.gov.in.For winter-bound schools, practical exams, project work, and internal assessments will be conducted from November 6 to December 6, 2025. Schools in other regions will begin practical exams from January 1, 2026. The board stressed that these timelines are final, and all practicals and internal assessments must be completed within the stipulated period.The…
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From ₹65 a Month to ₹20,000 Crore Empire: The Inspiring Success Story of R.G. Chandramogan

From ₹65 a Month to ₹20,000 Crore Empire: The Inspiring Success Story of R.G. Chandramogan

Chennai (National Times Bureau ): R.G. Chandramogan, a school dropout from Thiruthangal, Tamil Nadu, has emerged as one of India's most inspiring business leaders, transforming humble beginnings into a ₹20,000 crore empire. Commencing his career with a modest salary of ₹65 per month, Chandramogan made the bold decision at the age of 21 to relinquish his job and establish his own ice cream business, initiating operations with an initial investment of ₹13,000. Operating from a compact 250 sq. ft. space with a mere three employees, he pioneered the sale of ice cream through pushcarts, generating an impressive ₹1.5 lakh in…
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False Bomb Threat at Delhi School Sparks Panic, Student Confesses to Sending Email to Avoid Exam

False Bomb Threat at Delhi School Sparks Panic, Student Confesses to Sending Email to Avoid Exam

New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A bomb scare that prompted a full-scale emergency response at a school in Delhi’s Paschim Vihar area has turned out to be a false alarm, with police tracing the threat back to a student who allegedly wanted to skip an exam. The incident took place on when the principal of Vishal Bharti Public School received a disturbing email claiming there was a bomb on the school premises. The school administration immediately contacted the police, triggering a swift response from emergency services. "Following the alert, we deployed bomb detection teams, dog squads, and fire service units to…
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PM Modi Extends Birthday Wishes to Punjab CM Bhagwant Maan

PM Modi Extends Birthday Wishes to Punjab CM Bhagwant Maan

National Times Bureau :- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday took to social media to convey his warm birthday greetings to Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. In a post on X, the Prime Minister wrote, “Best wishes to Punjab CM Shri Bhagwant Mann Ji on his birthday. May he be blessed with a long and healthy life.” Bhagwant Mann, a senior leader of the Aam Aadmi Party, assumed office as Punjab’s Chief Minister in March 2022. His birthday is widely celebrated as a significant occasion, drawing messages of goodwill from across the political spectrum. PM Modi’s gesture highlights the cordial…
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