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18 Feb

Costa Rica agrees to accept Indian migrants deported from US, first batch arrives Wednesday

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaCentral Asia, Costa Rica, India, Indian migrants

San Jose, Feb 18 (PTI): Costa Rica has agreed to serve as a "bridge" to repatriate illegal immigrants in the US, including from India and Central Asia, according to an official release on Tuesday.The first group of 200 migrants will arrive at the Juan Santamaria International Airport on a commercial flight on Wednesday, according to a statement by Costa Rican President Rodrigo Chaves Robles' office."The Government of Costa Rica agreed to collaborate with the United States in the repatriation of 200 illegal immigrants to their country. These are people originating from countries in central Asia and India," said the statement.The…

18 Feb

1984 Anti-Sikh Riots Case: Death Penalty Sought for Sajjan Kumar

nishuthapar10 CommentsIndiaSajjan Kumar

New Delhi (National Times)– The prosecution has urged the court to hand down the death penalty to former Congress MP Sajjan Kumar, convicted for his role in the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. The Rouse Avenue Court had found him guilty of orchestrating the murders of Jaswant Singh and Tarundeep Singh in Delhi’s Saraswati Vihar on November 1, 1984. Prosecution Calls for Maximum Punishment During the sentencing hearing, Additional Public Prosecutor Manish Rawat pressed for capital punishment, stating that this was a "rarest of rare" case, in which innocent civilians were massacred solely due to their religious identity. Rawat argued that the…

18 Feb

Supreme Court Criticizes YouTuber Ranveer Allahabadia’s Remarks, Grants Temporary Relief in Obscenity Case

nishuthapar10 CommentsIndiaRanveer Allahbadia, Samay Raina, Supreme Court

New Delhi (National Times): In a case that has sparked heated debates on freedom of expression versus public decency, the Supreme Court on Tuesday (February 18) granted interim protection to YouTuber Ranveer Allahbadia (Beer Biceps) in multiple FIRs filed over alleged obscene remarks in an episode of "India’s Got Latent." A bench led by Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh stayed Allahbadia’s arrest but imposed conditions, including cooperation with the investigation and a temporary ban on airing further shows. He was also required to submit his passport. The court further ruled that no new FIRs would be registered for…

18 Feb

Communal Clash in Bihar’s Jamui; Internet Suspended, Nine Arrested

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaBihar Communal Clash, Internet suspended, Jamui violence, Jhajha religious procession

Jamui (Bihar), February 18, 2025: A violent clash erupted between two communities during a religious procession in Jhajha, Bihar, leading the state government to suspend internet services in the district. Officials confirmed that three people were injured in the incident on Sunday, and nine individuals have been arrested so far.Jamui District Magistrate Abhilasha Sharma stated that the clash began when members of both communities engaged in stone-pelting, prompting swift police intervention. “The situation was brought under control, and all injured individuals were taken to the nearest government hospital,” she said.In response to the violence, a local police officer was suspended…

17 Feb

Gautam Malhotra Calls for Personalized Learning in Indian Education System

Gurpreet Singh0 CommentsIndiaBrainwave Tech, Gautam Malhotra, Indian Education System

February 17, 2025 (National Times Bureau): Gautam Malhotra is highlighting a crucial issue in the Indian education system. The idea that each child has unique learning needs is often overlooked, leading to unnecessary stress. Traditional methods that prioritize rote learning and cramming can stifle creativity and deep understanding. Using technologies like Brainwave Tech could provide a more personalized approach, allowing students to learn in ways that suit their individual cognitive patterns. This could foster a deeper, more practical understanding of subjects, equipping students with knowledge and skills that would be more beneficial for their careers in the long run.

17 Feb

Jaishankar Warns of Global Shake-Up: ‘Something Big Is Coming’

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaGlobal Politics, Indian Ocean Conference, S. Jaishankar

Muscat, Oman, February 17, 2025 – External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, speaking at the 8th Indian Ocean Conference, addressed growing anxieties about global political shifts, particularly in the United States. He urged nations to assess these changes pragmatically rather than reacting emotionally. Uncertainty in the U.S. and Global Anxiety Jaishankar acknowledged that recent developments in the U.S. had caused concern worldwide. However, he stressed the need for a calm and rational approach to assess the situation. "Change is upon us whether we like it or not," he said, adding that while some aspects may cause anxiety, others present new opportunities.…

17 Feb

Samay Raina, Apoorva Mukhija to Appear Before NCW Amid Podcast Controversy

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaApoorva Makhija, Ranveer Allahbadia, Rebel Kid, Samay Raina

New Delhi, February 17, 2025 – YouTuber Samay Raina and social media influencer Apoorva Mukhija are set to appear before the National Commission for Women (NCW) via video conferencing on Monday. The summons follow the ongoing controversy surrounding an episode of Raina’s show ‘India’s Got Latent’, which featured podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia and sparked massive backlash. NCW Summons Over Controversial Remarks The NCW issued summons on February 11, after the Maharashtra Police filed a case over inappropriate jokes made during the episode. The controversy has led to multiple FIRs in Mumbai and Guwahati, prompting the panel’s investigation.Apart from Raina and Mukhija,…

17 Feb

School Bus Falls into SYL Canal in Kaithal, 10 Injured Including 8 Children

Balwinder Singh0 CommentsIndiaHaryana, Kaithal

Kaithal, Haryana (National Times): A tragic accident occurred on Monday morning when a private school bus carrying students from Guru Nanak Academy, Pehwa, lost control and plunged into the Sutlej Yamuna Link (SYL) canal near Nauch village. The accident left eight children, the driver, and a female conductor seriously injured. Steering Malfunction Causes Crash According to initial reports, the bus's steering system developed a technical fault, making it difficult for the driver to maintain control. As a result, the vehicle veered off the road and fell into the canal. The narrow road alongside the canal may have further contributed to…

17 Feb

Supreme Court: Workplace Admonition Not a Criminal Offense

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaIntentional Insult, IPC Section 504, Supreme Court ruling, Workplace Discipline

New Delhi, February 17, 2025: The Supreme Court has ruled that a senior’s admonition at the workplace does not constitute an “intentional insult” warranting criminal proceedings. In a judgment delivered on February 10, a bench comprising Justice Sanjay Karol and Justice Sandeep Mehta emphasized that allowing such cases to proceed criminally could disrupt workplace discipline.The court clarified that mere abuse, discourtesy, rudeness, or insolence do not fall under the purview of "intentional insult" as defined under Section 504 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). It warned that pressing criminal charges for workplace reprimands could have severe consequences, potentially crippling the…

17 Feb

4.0 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Delhi-NCR, Residents Rush Out in Panic

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndiaDelhi earthquake, National Center for Seismology, NCR tremors

New Delhi, February 17, 2025: A mild earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale struck Delhi-NCR early Monday morning, causing panic among residents. According to the National Center for Seismology (NCS), the tremors were recorded at 5:36 AM at a depth of 5 km.The epicenter was located 9 km east of New Delhi, with strong tremors prompting people to rush out of their homes in fear. The sudden jolts were felt across various parts of the national capital region, with many reporting shaking furniture and rattling windows.NCS confirmed the quake's details in a post on X, stating, "Earthquake of Magnitude:…